Electronic warfare, information and cyber 2018-2019
Symposia Symposia at Shrivenham provides a forum to Government agencies, military and civilian, industry and research establishments for the exploration and exchange of experience, knowledge and ideas. Short courses Diverse suite of Defence and Security professional development courses. A number of our short courses can be used to gain credits to be put towards a Cranfield degree. Master s degrees Most of our staff have industry backgrounds and are leading experts in their fields. Industry experts teach alongside our academic team on many of our programmes providing real-life challenges. Facilities We also have a wealth of specialist facilities and equipment to assist our clients and support our research activities. Many are industrial scale and unique to Cranfield Defence and Security. Research Underpinned by leading experts, our research activities help individuals and businesses address defence and security issues and enable real impact returns for your organisation. Consultancy There are a variety of ways your business can benefit from collaborating with Cranfield, from simple consultancy projects to multiple partner collaborations. We can be your conduit to the academic world, giving you access to the latest thinking and knowledge in defence and security. 2
Electronic warfare, information and cyber Cranfield s electronic warfare, information and cyber capability comprises world leading educational opportunities including short courses and Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma and Master s qualifications and cuttingedge research with access to specialist facilities and equipment. Symposia provide a forum to engage with government agencies, industry and research establishments, and consultancy services give access to the latest thinking and knowledge in defence and security. Short courses and postgraduate programmes embrace a range of related topics and disciplines, from communications and information systems, radar, electro-optics, infrared sensors and sonar systems. They also focus on the serious existing and emerging cyber threats in the information domain and on supporting those personnel working on operations in cyberspace. Electronic warfare disciplines deal with electronic attack, protection and warfare support through communications and networks, sensors, signals and autonomy, including unmanned aerial vehicles and unmanned autonomous systems. Information capability management courses enable participants to understand the strategic importance of information and develop agile and effective ways to exploit its full potential by ensuring that the right information is available to the right people at the right time in an effective, efficient and secure manner. Cyber research and teaching examines the interactions between people, organisations and technology with expertise ranging from psychology to management science, systems science and information systems. We work with organisations such as: 3
Study at Cranfield Our graduate programmes in defence and security offer the highest standards of education and address the changing needs of an evolving sector. The modular structure of many of our courses offers students the flexibility to study at their own pace and exit with a Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Master s (PgCert, PgDip, MSc) qualification, or simply to study an individual module. Communications Electronic Warfare * PgCert This PgCert covers a selection of electronic warfare topics relevant to military communications systems, including the specification, analysis, development, procurement and technical management of military information systems. Cyber Defence and Information Assurance ** MSc, PgDip, PgCert This course aims to develop professionals who can effectively manage and exploit the threats and opportunities of cyberspace at the organisational level. Cyberspace Operations ** MSc, PgDip, PgCert This course aims to develop professionals to support manoeuvres in cyberspace, in contested operations and as part of integrated planning. Security Restrictions and clearance apply to this course. Digital Forensics MSc, PgDip, PgCert Digital forensics is a dynamic area of criminal investigation, with new tools, techniques and methods constantly available to both the investigator and the investigated. This course offers a carefully blended mix of fundamental principles and advanced techniques, focusing on providing the knowledge and skills required to conduct comprehensive forensic examinations of digital devices. Students have access to three dedicated computer laboratories which include the latest versions of popular commercial software as used by professional forensic analysts. Information Capability Management MSc, PgDip, PgCert This course enables participants to understand the strategic importance of information and equips them with the skills to develop agile and effective ways to exploit it to its full potential by ensuring that the right information is available to the right people at the right time in an effective, efficient and secure manner. Military Electronic Systems Engineering MSc, PgDip, PgCert Participants gain a high level of understanding and detailed knowledge of military communications and sensor systems, with particular regard to electronic warfare. MSc students can also supplement their learning with an in-depth investigation into an area of electronic warfare to further enhance their analytical capability. Sensors Electronic Warfare ** PgCert The focus for this PgCert is on the specification, analysis, development, procurement, and technical management of military radar, electro-optics and infrared sensor systems, to inform the defence of these systems from cyber attack or intercept. *Full-time only **Part-time only For full information about each course see www.cranfield.ac.uk/study 4
Accreditation The Information Capability Management MSc is accredited by the British Computer Society and the Chartered Institute of Librarians and Information Professionals. My postgraduate study with Cranfield has led to greater employability by improving the weaker areas of my skills and knowledge; in particular I now have a deeper understanding of practical project management. The most enjoyable aspect of my course is the freedom to explore and research, formulating new ideas and concepts from what I ve found. Edward Oates, current student Defence and Security PhD 5
Short courses Cranfield has a diverse suite of defence and security short courses that meet the challenges and requirements of a changing and complex sector. Our portfolio offers the maximum scope for personal development and, at the same time, balances your time and resource pressures. Communication Principles Covers modern military and commercial communications systems, including the basic techniques employed in such systems and their theoretical background. Communication Systems I and II Examines modern military and commercial communications systems, including the threats that they face and the measures that may be taken to protect them. Data Modelling Storage and Management Explores various approaches to data modelling and best practice for storage and retrieval of information and data, using both traditional and innovative technologies. Decision Analysis Examines ways to structure and analyse decisions, using methods that apply in practical situations. Defence Electro-Optics and Imaging Systems Provides an introduction to the principles and potential defence applications of a range of current and future electro-optic and imaging devices. 6
Electromagnetic Propagation Antennas and Devices Looks at communication and radar systems, including antennas, with an emphasis on defence applications. Electro-optic and Infrared Sensors 1 Gives an understanding of electro-optic and infrared sensor technology and its importance in the context of the wider defence system. Electro-optic and Infrared Sensors 2 Covers advanced electro-optic and infrared sensor technology in the context of the wider defence system. Foundations of Information Systems Explores vocabulary and concepts associated with Information Systems, their modelling and associated technology. Information Networks Gives an understanding of networks in a modern military electronic sensor and communications systems, their vulnerabilities and how they can be protected. Methods and Tools for Information Systems Explores various principles, concepts and process models for developing information systems and methodologies for systems development, as well as why the process can breakdown. 7
Short courses Military Communications Reviews various communications principles such as modulation, coding and cryptography, among others; and the development and use of military communications systems. Military Electronic Warfare Provides a foundation in the techniques used in electronic warfare (EW) and an understanding of various applications to communication, radar and electro-optic systems. Military Laser Safety Offers to Laser Safety Officers (LSO) and their range contractors training in laser physics of operations and laser eye and skin safety considerations, LSO duties and the content of JSP390. Radar Electronic Warfare Gives an understanding of the principles, design and analysis of the electronic threats to radar systems and ways to protect them. Radar Principles Covers the fundamental principles, design and analysis of radar systems. Sensor Data Processing Advanced Explores various processing algorithms and methods that are applicable to modern sensor systems. 8
Signal Processing Statistics and Analysis Examines essential signal analysis and statistical tools used in communications and sensor systems including analogue and digital signal processing and the detection of signals in noise. Software Engineering (IS) Introduces Systems Modelling and methods and tools for information systems development, including the completion of a software engineering syllabus. Statistical Analysis and Trials Looks at various concepts of probability and statistics techniques, including the design and analysis of trials and classical statistical tests based on the normal distribution to non-parametric methods. Strategic Application of Information Systems Provides the knowledge and skills to develop business and information systems strategies. Further details of all our short courses can be found at: www.cranfield.ac.uk/cpd Short course bookings E: courses.shrivenham@cranfield.ac.uk or T: +44 (0)1793 785810 9
Research and consultancy Our expertise combined with excellence in strategic and applied research has enabled us to make significant contributions to the world around us. This is proven in rankings such as the Research Excellence Framework. Research in action: A model approach to missile countermeasures Funded by a collaborative project with Chemring as a part of a long-term strategic partnership with the aerospace, defence and security technology producer. Cranfield working in partnership with Chemring have studied infrared missile-seeker and countermeasure modelling to understand the use of pre-emptive infrared countermeasure launches. The research faithfully replicates what happens in the real world, therefore increasing the accuracy of the model. The enhanced CounterSim model delivers much better support for studying countermeasure applications for customers in the UK and overseas in both the military and civilian markets. Cranfield has studied infrared missile seeker and countermeasure modelling to understand the utility of pre-emptive launching of infrared countermeasures to enhance aircraft survivability and the ability to combat the advancing threat missile systems including countermeasures in the ultraviolet region. Further details on our research activities are available on the website: www.cranfield.ac.uk/defence 10
Facilities Our unique relationship with the UK Ministry of Defence allows access to world class secure capabilities and Cranfield is home to a range of facilities not found in any comparable academic institution. We can provide independent expertise, consultancy, research and prototyping directed by renowned academics and supported by experienced technical staff. Unmanned Autonomous Systems Laboratory This laboratory is conducting research on all aspects of autonomous systems including guidance and navigation, and sense and avoid activities. It allows the use of both ground and small aerial vehicles and the generation of a virtual laboratory via image capture. Radio Frequency Laboratories Including the Antennas and Ground Based Synthetic Aperture RADAR (AGBSAR), Millimetric wave RADAR, MicroDoppler RADAR, RF signature measurement. The AGBSAR laboratory is a centre of expertise for electromagnetic systems engineering, providing analysis, design, and measurement of antennas, arrays, frequency selective surfaces and novel RF materials, for advanced sensor applications. For further details on our facilities visit: www.cranfield.ac.uk/facilities 11
Cranfield University at Shrivenham is located at the Defence Academy, which is a secure Ministry of Defence (MOD) site. It is situated in beautiful countryside, near to Swindon, with quick and convenient links to London and major UK airports. Full directions are available at www.cranfield.ac.uk/visit Important information about security clearance for courses that are held in full or in part at Shrivenham Some Cranfield University courses are delivered at the Defence Academy of the United Kingdom, Shrivenham which is a Ministry of Defence (MOD) site. All applicants to these courses must complete HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard V4 April 2014 (BPSS) prior to registration on the course or must already hold a security clearance to this level or higher. It will take additional time to process your BPSS clearance application and you will not be able to do this course if you fail to obtain this. Please refer to the course page on the website for full details. Cranfield University Shrivenham SN6 8LA, UK www.cranfield.ac.uk Short courses: E: courses.shrivenham@cranfield.ac.uk T: +44 (0)1793 785810 Symposia: E: info@symposiaatshrivenham.com T: +44 (0)1793 785529 Master s: T: +44 (0)1793 785400 E: cdsadmissionsoffice@cranfield.ac.uk @cranfielduni @cranfielduni /cranfielduni Cranfield University cranfielduni Every effort is made to ensure that the information in this brochure is correct at the time it is printed. Please check our website for the latest information. CDS-EWIC-January 2018 Images Crown copyright 2017