- Samantha O'Riordan
- Aamir Riaz
- Nisa Fachry
- Nancy Johanne Sundberg
Intermediate
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Description
Organized by ITU and the World Bank, with the support of the United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and the Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs of Indonesia, the Satellite Regulation Training aims to increase participants' knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of satellite regulation, in particular low-Earth orbit (LEO), broadband and IoT satellite communications. The course will cover the international legal and regulatory framework governing the use and management of the radio frequency spectrum and associated orbits, ITU's own regulatory processes, national and regional licensing and frequency allocation frameworks, the roles and responsibilities of different agencies, and the importance of emission control, enforcement, market access and service offerings. Participants will learn about technological and economic aspects, security, risk mitigation and resilience requirements, as well as the World Bank's approaches to purchasing broadband connectivity, with a focus on the role of satellite in the overall range of technologies used to achieve universal and efficient connectivity. Practical scenarios and case studies will be used to illustrate the application of these regulations in real-world situations.
- National telecoms/ICT regulators
- Policy makers and government officials in the field of telecommunications, spectrum and satellites
Qualifications or experience needed to participate in this training course:
- Basic knowledge of telecommunications and satellite technologies: Participants should have a basic knowledge of the principles of telecommunications and satellite technology. This includes understanding how satellites work and the basic principles of satellite communication.
- General knowledge of space operations and management: A general understanding of space operations, including aspects such as orbital mechanics, frequency bands, and space debris management, can be useful, especially for engineers and academic participants.
- Legal and policy frameworks (for regulators): Participants representing decision-makers and national regulatory bodies should ideally have some knowledge of legal and policy frameworks related to telecommunications and space activities.
- Knowledge of international regulations (desirable but not mandatory): Knowledge of international regulations and standards in the field of telecommunications and space technology would be an asset. This will help to understand the context and importance of the regulations under review.
- Problem-solving and analytical skills: The ability to analyze complex information and apply it to practical scenarios will be an advantage in understanding regulatory processes and their impact on satellite projects.
- Enthusiasm for learning about space regulation: A keen interest in the field of space regulation, international cooperation in space activities and the role of entities such as ITU is essential for all participants.
Selection criteria:
- Relevance of the applicant's current role to the training's objectives
- Participants will be asked to have completed the ITU Academy self-paced course on Global satellite regulation essentials: key principles, institutional landscape and the role of ITU and answer questions on the registration form on a description of the regulatory environment for satellites in their country, the challenges they face, the prospects of satellite regulation and next steps
Number of available places for the cohort: 40
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Interpret the fundamental principles of the International Orbit-Spectrum Regulatory Framework
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of ITU in the regulation of satellite projects
- Apply a working knowledge of international regulations relating to the use and management of the radio frequency spectrum and associated orbits
- Describe the regulatory frameworks and policy considerations governing LEO satellite communications
- Link the principles of satellite regulation to real-world scenarios through case studies
- Review of the provisions of the model contract and SLA protecting the contractor's rights
This training will use an experiential and interactive learning approach. The methodology combines lectures, group exercises, case studies and peer-to-peer learning, as well as real-world applications.
- Daily Quizzes (3) - 55%
- Participation (3.5) Group Presentation (1) - 45%
- Total - 100%
A total score of 70% or higher is required to obtain the ITU certificate. Participants are required to be present for the entire duration of the training.
Monday, 18 May
09:00-09:30 - Welcome
09:30-10:30 - Session 1: Qualifying the Opportunities
This session will enable participants to familiarize themselves with the main satellite technologies (GEO, MEO, LEO) and applications in Southeast Asia such as satellite connection for mobile base stations; Direct-to-Device (D2D) distribution services; and Services and applications
10:30-11:00 - Coffee Break
11:00-12:30 - Session 2: Tenders, Service Level Agreements and Contracts
An in-depth look at how to structure and prepare tender documents, including Requests for Proposals (RFPs); identify the key elements of the tender and the deadlines for procurement as well as the key considerations and requirements to be included in service level agreements (SLAs) and final contracts.
12:30-13:30 - Lunch
13:30-15:00 - Session 3: Affordability of Satellite Services for Low-Income Populations
How governments and their development partners can improve the affordability of satellite services for low-income populations in collaboration with development partners and the Donor community
15:00-15:30 - Coffee Break
15:30-17:00 - Session 4: Presentations of National Experiences
Participants will present their national experiences followed by discussions on topics covered this first day.
Tuesday, 19 May
09:30-11:00 - Session 5: Introduction to Satellite Communications Regulation
Overview of spectrum/orbit resources and ITU's international regulatory framework.
11:00-11:30 - Coffee Break
11:30-12:30 - Session 6: Regulatory Process
Participants will examine the role of ITU Radio regulations, frequency allocation, coordination, and interference mitigation for LEOs networks such as regulatory process for LEO networks subject to coordination; regulatory procedure for LEO networks not subject to coordination; space sustainability and harmful interferences; NGSO monitoring.
12:30-13:30 - Pause
13:30-15:00 - Session 7: Group Exercises
Capture the complete information to be submitted to ITU for an earth station communicating with a LEO satellite for its recording in the MIFR (Master International Frequency Register).
Applications of key principles of orbit/spectrum regulation. This exercise will help participants understand the mandatory information to be submitted to the BR in order to record their satellites in the MIFR. It will also allow them to become familiar with the BR software used notification requests under Articles 9 and 11 of the Radio Regulations
15:00-15:30 - Coffee Break
15:30-17:15 - Session 8: Country Presentations
The session will present national experiences with satellites, highlighting experiences and lessons learned in regulation of international satellites and management of spectrum orbits allocation.
Wednesday, 20 May (Indicative)
09:00-10:30 - Session 9: LEO - National Licensing Regulation Approaches
Participants will examine the different regulatory approaches such as regulatory review, mandates and responsibilities of regulators, the consultation mechanisms, public-private consultation, agile regulatory approaches (sandboxes); compare the types of licenses and market access requirements, landing rights, earth stations, service licenses, gateways, spectrum license and orbital resources, service licenses, customer terminals; licensee fees, ownership requirements, social obligations (contribution to universal service funding).
10:30-11:00 - Coffee Break
11:00-12:30 - Session 10: Ensuring Security, Privacy and Sovereignty
Participants will examine lawful interception, cyber threats and risk mitigation, security of gateways and satellite transmission links.
12:30-13:30 - Lunch
13:30-15:30 - Session 11: Group Exercise on LEO Satellite Licensing
Participants will apply the principles examined in previous sessions.
15:30-16:00 - Coffee Break
16:00-17:30 - Session 12: Emergency Communications and Environmental Issues (Early Warning Systems)
Participants will consider the role of satellite in disaster risk management: mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery, identifying the regulatory measures that need to be in place to ensure real time response.
Thursday, 21 May (Indicative)
09:00-10:30 - Session 13: Real-life Case Presentations and Discussions
Country cases developed by ITU/FCDO project (and others) will be presented to start a discussion based on real cases focusing on national spectrum regulations, licensing, coordination, and interference mitigation.
11:00-11:30 - Coffee Break
11:30-12:30 - Wrap-up and Closing
Participants reflections highlighting their takeaways and next steps.
12:30-13:30 - Lunch
13:30 onwards - Site Visit (TBC)
Financial support available
The training is free of cost, however, participant are expected to cover their own travel and accommodation
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Registration information
Unless specified otherwise, all ITU Academy training courses are open to all interested professionals, irrespective of their race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, economic status and other diverse backgrounds. We strongly encourage registrations from female participants, and participants from developing countries. This includes least developed countries, small island developing states and landlocked developing countries.
