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Software-Defined Satellite Communications Systems Essentials
"Software-Defined Satellite Communications Systems Essentials" provides foundational knowledge on SDR-based satellite platforms, including waveform agility, dynamic routing, and remote patching. With flexibility comes cybersecurity risk—participants learn how to secure programmable architectures against firmware tampering, unauthorized code uploads, and dynamic threat vectors. The course is critical for professionals designing or managing reconfigurable space communication systems.
Course Overview
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the principles and architectures of Software-Defined Satellite Communications (SD-SATCOM) systems.
- Learn about the benefits of software-defined approaches for flexibility and adaptability in SATCOM.
- Explore the key components and technologies enabling SD-SATCOM.
- Analyze the security considerations and challenges in software-defined satellite communication systems.
- Securing SD-SATCOM systems requires addressing vulnerabilities inherent in software-defined environments to ensure robust cybersecurity.
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Competency Areas
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