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Basic Training is the assumed entry gate for ATSEP trainees. The basic training curriculum can be tailored to the specific needs of the organisation requiring ATSEP training.
ATSEP basic training is designed to provide the ATSEP with a general knowledge of the systems and services required to provide ATM services up to a taxonomy level of 2.
ICAO doc-10057 (ATSEP training manual) recommends that all basic training subjects are completed before progressing to qualification training. EASA regulation (EU) 2017/373 allows the service provider to select only the subjects relevant to the ATSEP duties.
The following delivery methods are offered:
In case the customer chooses to train their ATSEPs in all subjects, the duration of the course is 2 weeks. The course has been designed in modules that can be delivered using a variety of techniques, to meet the customer’s specific needs and to enable following a learner specific pathway.
Participants that completed the Basic Training course and need to initially follow a particular domain to attain their first competency rating. ATSEPs that are required to expand their responsibilities either by the addition of a new rating within their domain or by gaining a new rating in another domain.
Qualification training follows on from basic training, together these two training elements comprise the initial phase of ATSEP training. There are five specified domains (Communication, Navigation, Surveillance, Data Processing and System Monitoring & Control). Qualification training is much more specific than the basic training, raising the taxonomy level from 2 to 4.
Successful completion of ATSEP Basic Training.
Both the European regulation (EASA (EU) 2017/373) and the ICAO ATSEP training manual (Doc 10057) require the ATSEP to follow a training and assessment plan that is tailored to their specific duties. E.g., Surveillance, Navigation or SMC prior to progressing to the specific system equipment rating training in the unit training phase. These training plans typically result in the learner undertaking only one or two of the qualification modules, each being in the order of 5 – 10 days duration preceded by the qualification shared module that is mandated to all.
At present, GATE has developed training content for the qualification shared module and is developing the content for the other qualification modules.
Certified ATSEPs requesting the change in their job profiles.
GATE Aviation Training has designed a new ATSEP OJTI course that places the learners at the centre of the training concept. We use modern learning principles and proven pedagogical techniques to navigate learners in their new role as instructor. The crucial aspect of the training is the understanding of learning theories used in a modern pedagogical and appreciative learning environment.
Hence, the course addresses topics such as modern coaching techniques and how they can be used in an operational environment, the planning of lessons, sources of errors, question techniques, handling of events that impact the effectiveness of training and more.
The course is designed as a 4-day training course (3-days course in case of integration with the TSA course) according to Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/373, ATSEP.OR.400 (b). Its objectives are:
Certified ATSEPs requesting the change in their job profiles.
The Technical Skills Assessor (TSA) is a new role identified in Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/373. The training course design addresses the AMC and draws upon GATE experience of ATC training to train personnel to fulfil the role of a TSA to conduct effective and repeatable assessments.
The role of the TSA is critical not only to conduct assessments but also to identify weaknesses and to address shortcomings to ensure continuation of competence. GATE’s training course also covers these elements and adopts a blended methodology of theory and practice, meaning that practical exercises are included for participants to put theory into practice.
The course is designed as a 3-day training course (2-day in case of combination with the OJTI course) according to Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/373, ATSEP.OR.405. Its objectives are:
GATE recognises the function of the Technical Skills Assessors being particularly important, for both NSA and the ANSP/ CNS providers. GATE addresses the psychological influence for both the TSA and for colleagues once such a function is achieved.
