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Terrestrial Microwave Systems Installation Training

Andrew customers worldwide can improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their terrestrial microwave (TMW) systems with free specialized training on all aspects of installing and testing Andrew products.  At the Andrew Institute® communications technology training workshops, we use hands-on instruction to teach the most current assembly and installation techniques.  Covering topics that range from microwave as a communication medium to de-rigging and site cleanup, our new TMW communications technology training is certain to raise the expertise and effectiveness of those who attend.

Whether you're new to training from the Andrew Institute or one of the thousands of our past participants, you'll learn valuable information in our training sessions.  Institute training gives you up-to-date instruction on the latest techniques and newest products.

Who Should Attend?
  • Installers
  • Project managers
  • Field engineers
  • Anyone who works directly or indirectly with a communications system
Benefits of Technical Training
  • Obtain the highest possible performance with every Andrew product installed
  • Gain an understanding of TMW systems fundamentals
  • Practice proper assembly and installation of Andrew TMW antennas
  • Learn the essential elements of path alignment
  • See the proper techniques of installing elliptical waveguides
  • Understand the theory of Dryline® dehydrator operation and how to apply it to a TMW system
 Course Outline
    • Overview of TMW Concepts
      • Basic RF theory - TMW fundamentals
    • Basic Installation Practices
      • Basic rigging techniques - communication on a TMW site
      • Basic knot tying - Andrew catalog and installation bulletins
    • Site Survey
      • Review of documentation (scope of work, bill of materials, path data sheets, etc.)
      • Importance of planning ahead / what you should look for
    • Antenna Assembly
      • Uncrating antennas / material inventory
      • Hands-on antenna assembly
    • Antenna Installation
      • Overview of techniques with Hands-on installation
    • MTL Component Assembly and Installation
      • Physical characteristics of waveguide
      • Microwave transmission line component assembly
      • Video on attaching elliptical waveguide connectors
      • Forming elliptical waveguide
      • Hoisting and installing elliptical waveguide
    • Path Alignment
      • Mechanical / electrical - calculation of path loss
      • Practical exercises
    • Pressurization
      • Theory of DryLine® dehydrator operation
      • Installation of pressurization equipment - finding air leaks
    • Completing the Installation
      • Fundamentals of VSWR - use of checklists
      • Ensuring an aesthetically pleasing, quality installation

Become a Registered Installer
More and more, customers are mandating that technicians installing their systems complete technical training such as that offered by the Andrew Institute. Upon completion of Andrew Institute training, attendees are registered with Andrew as having completed coursework and having been trained and instructed in the proper manner of handling Andrew products.

Available Locations
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Need On-Site Training? Request On-Site Training
The Andrew Institute offers on-site training around the world. Our training is customized to meet any level of technical training required by terrestrial microwave, broadcast, broadband and wireless operators. Andrew will also supply all tools, materials, and instruction documentation necessary for your course.