Thor's Anvil Learning Management System

The Signal Intelligence and Electronic Warfare course equips intelligence professionals with foundational signal search, analysis, characterization, and development skills. This comprehensive training program also imparts the knowledge and expertise to analyze and report familiar and unfamiliar signals in any signal environment. By utilizing cutting-edge collection equipment and software, participants gain proficiency in detecting, recording, analyzing, and identifying signals of interest (SOI). Graduates of this course demonstrate the ability to effectively describe and report their findings in  accordance with collection management principles and the intelligence cycle.

The Antenna Applications course is an advanced, hands-on training designed for professionals looking to expand their knowledge beyond antenna fundamentals. This course deepens participants' understanding of antenna systems, basic electronics, and specialized applications. Learners will apply critical thinking and technical skills to build, test, and troubleshoot a variety of antenna types, including dipole and Yagi configurations. Additionally, participants will refine their ability to measure and optimize signal strength, implement effective cabling solutions, and explore the use of diagnostic equipment like FieldFox analyzers.

ANC is designed for experienced operators aiming to analyze and target emerging telecommunications technologies in low-visibility environments. Participants will gain a deep understanding of these technologies, learn to decode lower-layer information using passive equipment, and identify vulnerabilities. Practical exercises on live networks simulate real-world scenarios, equipping students with the skills to operate discreetly and effectively. By course completion, attendees will be proficient in characterizing and assessing weaknesses in cutting-edge telecommunications systems.

The DRT & ME course is designed to equip operators with a solid foundation in DRT collection operations. The curriculum offers comprehensive instruction on prominent communication protocols such as DMR, NXDN, P-25, TETRA and Motor-TRBO. The course emphasizes the integration of standard issue equipment with non-traditional off-the-shelf tools, enabling participants to perform metadata analysis effectively to support conventional operations.

The Blue Feather - Fused course enhances the capabilities of 361 ISRG professionals by building upon their basic mission qualifications. This comprehensive program provides full-spectrum SIGINT training, allowing operators to expand and refine their core skill sets. Covering signals of interest (SOI) across the entire radio frequency spectrum and global communication protocols. The Blue Feather - Fusion course employs a building block approach, starting with foundational topics in RF theory and basic electronics, and progressively advancing to real-world practical applications in global networks.

The Sceptre Operations Course is a modular 5–10-day course designed to provide foundational knowledge on effectively employing Sceptre and utilizing various features to exploit the radio frequency spectrum. Training will focus on Sceptre capabilities, workspace setup, hardware configuration, and utilization of native and compatible third-party plugins. Students will learn to configure multiple workspaces and create configuration files for various applications. The course combines classroom and real-world instruction, where students will utilize recordings and the live RF environment to conduct a variety of mission sets (ADS-B, AIS, DPTT Exploitation, Wide/Narrowband Recordings, Activity Detection, etc.). Students will learn when and how to use various plugins and conduct spectrum searches, surveys, and recordings. Additionally, they will learn how to identify and isolate signals for Level-1 analysis and reporting. Finally, students will cover post-mission procedures, data extraction, and system sanitization/shutdown procedures.

The WiFi Prosecution course is tailored for professionals with a foundational understanding of the 802.11 protocol who seek to develop mission capabilities or explore RF vulnerabilities in organic 802.11 networks. The training program emphasizes the utilization of 802.11 collections and analysis software, providing comprehensive instruction on on-site optimization, surveying, data collection, and post-mission analysis within a discreet and mobile operational context. Participants will progress through 802.11 surveys and data collection, culminating in practical application exercises and an introduction to network and traffic characterization using Wireshark. Finally, students will engage in operational simulations to effectively replicate current and future mission requirements.

The BLUE FEATHER-TSO course enhances 361 ISRG professionals' capabilities by adding to their basic qualifications (mode certs and MQT). It provides full-spectrum SIGINT training at the intermediate level, allowing 361 ISRG operators to expand on their core skill sets.  The courses encompass signals of interest (SOI) across the entire radio frequency spectrum and communication protocols employed worldwide, focusing on the intermediate operator level.  DST's goal is to provide combat-ready ISR Professionals in support of 361 ISRG worldwide missions.  The course uses a building block approach to instruct the topics. It focuses on RF theory and basic electronics and expands to the real-world practical applications utilized in networks across the globe.  It includes a culmination exercise where the students will be challenged with a real-world scenario that will push them to the limit and test them every step of the way.