Application Technology Strategy, Inc., (ATSI), is the satellite consulting firm founded by Bruce Elbert, leading satellite expert and consultant, technologist, educator and author of standard industry books. We emphasize the how of developing satellite systems.

Education & Training

ATSI provides satellite communications and VSAT training courses that address the technologies, applications and services available world wide. Listed below are courses currently on offer, either directly by ATSI or through universities. Any of these can be tailored to the particular needs of an organization and provided on a customized and confidential basis, if desired. Requests, comments and suggestions should be provided through the contact form at the bottom of this page.

We have been involved with technical training in satellite communications, telecommunications and wireless for over 30 years. The specific related fields covered in our education and training programs include:

  • Satellite communications networks - broadband and mobile
  • Spacecraft communications payload and systems
  • Ground segments, earth stations and user terminals
  • Telecommunications systems (wired and wireless)
  • IT and Data Communications (local area and wide area networks)
  • E-business and the Internet
  • Network Management (centralized and distributed)
  • Engineering collaboration and virtual project management using new software and network tools and technology

Through an appropriate blending of technical concepts with vital issues in management, operations and business, our training has helped professionals contribute to their own career development and the advancement of their respective enterprises and departments.  Organizations that have benefited include:

  • US Army Signal Corps
  • US Air Force
  • US Navy
  • NASA
  • NOAA
  • Northrop Grumman
  • Boeing
  • SES
  • Intelsat
  • Measat