Course Code ALT 4 & 4a
AGL Design
A comprehensive 10 day course (ALT 4) offering a detailed introduction to AGL design, product & systems characteristics and specifications to meet international standards.
A five day introductory or familiarization course on AGL Design (ALT 4a) is also available upon request. This course provides a foundational understanding of AGL design principles and can be tailored to meet specific learning requirements.
We are conveniently located near to London Stanstead Airport (45 mins), Heathrow (1.30 hours), London Liverpool Street train Station (1 hour).

What you will Learn
This course offers an in-depth introduction to the detailed design, components, system characteristics, and specifications of AGL systems in accordance with international standards such as ICAO. It also covers national regulations set by organizations including the FAA, EUROCONTROL, EASA, NATO, UK CAA, and STAC.
In the second week, participants will apply their knowledge by designing a complete AGL layout for a fictional airport, gaining hands-on experience in system planning and implementation.
What is Covered
- Regulations and Standardization
- Fundamentals of Airfield Operations
- Navigation Aids and Their Applications
- Operational and Environmental Considerations
- Approach Lighting System Design
- Runway Perimeter Lighting Principles
- PAPI System Design and Calculations
- Taxiway Lighting Design and Implementation
- A-VDGS Installation Standards and Guidelines
- Power Supply Requirements for AGL Systems
- AGL Installation Standards and Best Practices
- Introduction to Advanced Surface Movement Guidance and Control Systems (A-SMGCS)
- Overview of Airfield Runway Incursion Warning Systems
- AGL Control Systems
- ILCMS Configuration
Course Dates
Course Code | Description | Days | Dates |
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ALT4a
| AGL Design Course | 5 Days | July 21st to 25th |
ALT4
| AGL Design Course | 10 Days | Dec 1st to Dec 12th |
If you don’t see a suitable course date above or would like to know future planned dates please email us to see if we can help.
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