Field Communications
Submitted by a.lamb on 16 March, 2008 - 15:30
Run by Aptivate, leaders in IT services for international development,
Field Communications will take an in-depth look at communications
methods suitable for remote locations with little infrastucture.
Radio, GSM, satellite and power will be examined through a combination
of theory and hands-on practical excercises. PSTN, PABX, VHF, VSAT,
GPRS, EDGE, DVB, morse code, encryption, roaming, Globalstar, Iriduim,
solar power, and much, much more will be covered. It's not a day to
miss!
There are still places left - application deadline midnight Tuesday 4th March - book now!
Time and Date:
10.00-18.00, Saturday 8th March
Location:
Cambridge University Engineering Department, Trumpington Street, Cambridge
Cost and Application:
The cost of the course is £6.00 and includes lunch and refreshments. Please make cheques payable to ‘Engineers Without Borders UK’, and post or deliver to:
Miranda Segar,
Queens’ College,
Cambridge
CB3 9ET
Your place will be confirmed once we have received both the online form and the cheque. If you have any queries about this course please contact Miranda Segar.
Description/Notes:
This
course is aimed at anyone with an interest in the technical side of
communications for development. Some existing communications knowledge
is preferable but not a requirement.
