1. Course Training Overview

VSAT and CAISI (Very Small Aperture Terminal/ Combat Service Support Automated Information System Interface)

SECTION I. ADMINISTRATIVE DATA
Academic Hours/Methods
3hrs/0 mins Large Group Instruction
0 hrs/00 mins Practical Exercise (Performance)
3 hrs/0 mins Total Hours

SECTION II. INTRODUCTION: Today we are going to discuss VSAT and CAISI (Very Small Aperture Terminal/ Combat Service Support Automated Information System Interface)
Method of Instruction. Conference/discussion
Instructor to Student Ration: 1:16
Time of Instruction: 5 mins
Media: Small Group Instruction

MOTIVATOR. As S-1s, you must establish and ensure satellite communications link, acquired by the NIPRNET, between the tactical battlefield and the sustainment domain, enabling access EDAS, TOPMIS, COPS, EMILPO, with a Voice Over the Internet Phone (VOIP). The majority of S-1 functions and transactions are done through some type of HR information system and platform and needs connectivity in order to do so.

2. Terminal Learning Objective (TLO)

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS. In a training environment, leaders must perform a risk assessment in accordance with FM 5-19, Composite Risk Management. Leaders will complete a DA Form 7566 COMPOSITE RISK MANAGEMENT WORKSHEET during the planning and completion of each task and sub-task by assessing mission, enemy, terrain and weather, troops and support available-time available and civil considerations, (METT-TC). Note: During MOPP training, leaders must ensure personnel are monitored for potential heat injury. Local policies and procedures must be followed during times of increased heat category in order to avoid heat related injury. Consider the MOPP work/rest cycles and water replacement guidelines IAW FM 3-11.4, NBC Protection, FM 3-11.5, CBRN Decontamination.

 

RISK ASSESSMENT LEVEL. Low. No food or drink is allowed near or around electrical equipment (CPU, file servers, printers, projectors, etc.) due to possible electrical shock or damage to equipment.  Exercise care in personal movement in and through such areas.  Avoid all electrical cords and associated wiring.  In event of electrical storm, you will be instructed to power down equipment. Everyone is responsible for safety.

 

ENVIRONMENTAL STATEMENT. Environmental protection is not just the law but the right thing to do. It is a continual process and starts with deliberate planning. Always be alert to ways to protect our environment during training and missions. In doing so, you will contribute to the sustainment of our training resources while protecting people and the environment from harmful effects. Refer to FM 3-34.5 Environmental Considerations and GTA 05-08-002 ENVIRONMENTAL-RELATED RISK ASSESSMENT.

EVALUATION: You will be evaluated at the end of the VSAT and CAISI Module.

INSTRUCTIONAL LEAD-IN. The majority of S-1 functions and transactions are done through some type of HR information system and platform and needs connectivity in order to do so.

3. Agenda

Learning Step/Activity 1. Identify the purpose and principles of CUSR.
Method of Instruction: Conference/Discussion
Instructor to Student Ratio: 1:16
Time of Instruction: 10 mins

The agenda includes the Mission, PSDR S-1 Equipment, Architecture, Capabilities, Planning Considerations and a few slides for the field. Personnel Services Delivery Redesign (PSDR) is the Army HR community's functional realignment to synchronize with Army transformation.  It eliminates support layers and minimizes support unit footprint in the COE.  PSDR embeds critical military personnel services functions in the BDE S-1 section and empowers commanders, in Garrison and in Theater, to provide HR support directly to their Soldiers.

4. Safety

Learning Step/Activity 2. Safety
Method of Instruction: Conference / Discussion
Instructor to Student Ratio: 1:16
Time of Instruction: 0 hr 5 mins
Media: Small Group Instruction

The first thing that we will discuss is Safety

5. VSAT / CAISI Mission

Learning Step / Activity 3. Remote CSS SATCOM Terminal
Method of Instruction: Conference / Discussion
Instructor to Student Ratio: 1:16
Time of Instruction: 0 hr 10 mins
Media: Small Group Instruction

“To provide the backbone for “anytime, anywhere” communication connectivity capability. This communications backbone provides a seamless, wireless link between the tactical battlefield and the sustainment domain, enabling current logistics, using Standard Army Management Information Systems (STAMIS) to link with the remaining higher-level SALE components to implement the Warfighter Information Network - Tactical (WIN-T) architecture

6. PSD S-1 Equipment

Learning Step / Activity 4. PSDR S-1 Equipment
Method of Instruction: Conference / Discussion
Instructor to Student Ratio: 1:16
Time of Instruction: 0 hr 10 mins
Media: Small Group Instruction

PSDR provided the equipment (listed above) to the S-1s, giving them stand alone capability during deployment anywhere in the world. The equipping of units by type is based on their location in the COE and the population they support.

7. Network Architecture

Learning Step / Activity 1. Communicate the Capabilities of the FMSWeb
Method of Instruction: Conference / Discussion
Instructor to Student Ratio: 1:16
Time of Instruction: 0 hr 10 mins
Media: Small Group Instruction

8. Why We Point South

A satellite in geosynchronous equatorial orbit (GEO) is located directly above the equator, exactly 22,300 miles out in space. At that distance, it takes the satellite a full 24 hours to circle the planet.

Since it takes Earth 24 hours to spin on in its axis, the satellite and Earth move together. So, a satellite in GEO always stays directly over the same spot on Earth. (A geosynchronous orbit can also be called a GeoSTATIONARY Orbit.)

9. How will HR Applications Operate via VSAT/CAISI

10. VSAT Satellite NIPRNET Service

11. Planning Considerations

12. CSS VSAT: Family of Systems

Since 2004, four versions of the VSAT has been issued to the Army with the most recent being the 1.2M-Enhanced RTU.

13. Field Engineer Coverage

14. Summary

CSS SATCOM = A VSAT based Wide Area Network (Beyond Line of Sight long-haul)

CAISI = A wireless LAN (last mile - via Bridge & Client)

CAISI + CSS SATCOM: A global network solution that extends the NIPRNET into the tactical battle space - connecting human resource (HR) professionals and their sensitive but unclassified (SBU) automated information systems.

15. Summary (continued)

Capabilities and Features:

Scope:

16. Conclusion

17. VSAT Demonstration

Let’s go do our VSAT Demonstration

18. VSAT Check on Learning

Show Slide: Check on Learning

Section IV. Summary

Note: Conduct a check on learning and summarize the learning activity.

18. Terminal Learning Objective

ACTION: Place VSAT into operation.

CONDITION: In a classroom environment, given operational VSAT and assembly instructions.

STANDARD: Assemble an established satellite communications link, acquired by the NIPRNET, and establish communications with a Voice Over the Internet Phone (VOIP).