ARCIA Industry Training — Communications antenna theory and transmission line testing

The course provides detailed information on the various types of antennas used in the radio communications industry and many of the typical applications. There is also information on transmission lines (antenna cables) and how cable choices can be more important than antenna type in system design. After the detailed theory outline the course progresses to practical exercises testing antennas and interpreting results from both system testing and fault diagnosis perspectives. The course will utilise popular test set brands.

The course is designed to give a comprehensive outline of the various types of antennas and feeder cables, so any person in either a technical or business development role should take this opportunity to learn about this critical aspect of communications. Those who haven’t had a full trades education or have come from other industries will benefit greatly from attendance.