Career Details

Spectrum Management (SM) Engineer

Description

SM Engineers should have good knowledge of electromagnetic theory and associated mathematics and physics of transmission, propagation, and interaction. They are required to be able to carry out analysis of link and channel budgets, collocation analysis and interactions and have some basic understanding of analysis and simulation tools. SM engineers should also have fundamental knowledge of spectrum testing and monitoring, spectrum risk assessment, and of spectrum management regulatory issues. SM engineers should also be knowledgeable in the applicable EMC spectrum engineering standards, their rational and implications on design and the corresponding spectrum site surveys, monitoring and testing and test set ups to the extent necessary for adequate design and preparation of test and evaluation procedures. SM Engineers require "soft skills" and particularly good writing and presentation skills to an extent that enables them to prepare engineering reports and participate in design reviews.

Certifying Organization

Exemplar Global

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 1 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Yes

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown

Certificates

Certificate name

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Building Industry Consulting Service International

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

Master Telecommunications Engineer

Certifying Organization

Exemplar Global

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

Telecommunications Certifiction

Certifying Organization

Exemplar Global

Type

B - Advanced

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