CTS II - Attachment J-2A Certification Requirements_Draft 070325.pdf

Controller Training Solutions II (CTS II)

Section J-2A

Certification Requirements

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Table of Contents

1 Certification

1.1 Key Personnel

1.1.1 Program Manager

1.1.2 Deputy Field Program Manager

1.1.3 Deputy Academy Program Manager

1.1.4 Deputy Curriculum Development Manager

1.2 Management/Supervisory Positions

1.2.1 Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) Supervisor (CLIN XxK)

1.2.2 Training Instructional Supervisor (CLIN XxO)

1.2.3 Contractor Site Supervisor (CSS) (CLIN XxC)

1.2.4 Task Order Program Management Lead (CLIN XxM)

1.3 Academy Instructor Positions

1.3.1 Instructor I (Academy) (CLIN XxR)

1.3.1.1 Academy Classroom Instruction Certification

1.3.1.1.1 AT Basic Aviation (Instructor I Academy)

1.3.1.1.2 Human Performance for Air Traffic Control (HPATC) (Instructor I Academy)

1.3.2 Instructor II (Academy) (CLIN XxS)

1.3.2.1 Academy Classroom Instruction Certification

1.3.2.1.1 Tower (Instructor II Academy)

1.3.2.1.2 RTF Terminal ATC Radar (Instructor II Academy

1.3.2.2 Academy Laboratory Instruction Certification

1.3.2.2.1 Tower (Instructor II Academy)

1.3.2.2.2 RTF Terminal Radar (Instructor II Academy)

1.3.3 Instructor III (Academy) (CLIN XxT)

1.3.3.1 Academy Classroom Instruction Certification

1.3.3.1.1 Specialized Courses (Instructor III Academy)

1.3.3.1.2 En Route ATC (Instructor III Academy)

1.3.3.1.3 Ten Eleven, Twelve Radar Assessment (TETRA) & TSEW ATC (Instructor III Academy) 11

1.3.3.2 Academy Laboratory Instruction Certification

1.3.3.2.1 Specialized Courses (Instructor III Academy)

1.3.3.2.2 En Route ATC (Instructor III Academy)

1.3.3.2.3 Ten Eleven, Twelve Radar Assessment (TETRA) & TSEW ATC (Instructor III Academy) 15

1.3.4 En Route Radar Simulator Operator (RSO) (CLIN XxV)

1.3.4.1 Academy Classroom Instruction Certification

1.3.4.2 Academy Laboratory Instruction certification

1.4 Field Instructor Positions

1.4.1 Instructor I (Field) (CLIN XxE)

1.4.1.1 Classroom Instruction Certification

1.4.1.2 Field Laboratory Instruction Certification

1.4.2 Instructor II (Field) (CLIN XxF)

1.4.2.1 Field Classroom Instruction Certification

1.4.2.2 Field Laboratory Instruction Certification

1.4.2.3 Flight Service Station Courses Classroom/Laboratory Certification (Field)

1.5 Other Positions

1.5.1 Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) (Field) (CLIN XxJ)

1.5.2 Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) (Academy) (CLIN XxU)

1.5.2.1.1 Tower 3D

1.5.2.1.2 Tower Simulation System (TSS)

1.5.2.2 RPO On-The-Job-Training Instructor (OJTI)

1.5.2.2.1 Tower Student Evaluations

1.5.2.3 Terminal

1.5.2.3.1 RPO Certification

1.5.2.3.2 RPO On-the-Job-Training Instructor (OJTI)

1.5.2.4 EnRoute

1.5.2.4.1 Radar

1.5.2.4.2 Non-Radar

1.5.2.4.3 RPO On-the-Job-Instructor (OJTI)

1.5.2.4.4 Performance Assessment (ERAM)

1.5.3 Lab Manager (CLIN XxG)

1.5.4 Subject Matter Expert (SME) (Government site) (CLIN XxL)

1.5.5 Training Materials Administrator I (CLIN XxP)

1.5.6 Training Materials Administrator II (CLIN XxQ)

1.5.7 Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) (CLIN XxD)

1.5.8 Technical Writer (CLIN XxN)

1.5.9 Multimedia Developer I (CLIN XxH)

1.5.10 Multimedia Developer II (CLIN XxI)

1.5.11 Computer Programmer I (CLIN XxA)

1.5.12 Computer Programmer II (CLIN XxB)

1.5.13 Professional Narrator (CLIN XxW)

1.5.14 Teaching Assistant (CLIN XxX)

1.5.14.1 AT Basic Aviation (Teaching Assistant Academy)

1.5.15 Adult Educator (CLIN XxY)

1.5.15.1 Academy Classroom Instruction Certification

1.5.15.1.1 AT Basic Aviation (Adult Educator Academy)

1.5.15.1.2 Human Performance for Air Traffic Control (HPATC) (Adult Educator Academy) 27

1.5.15.1.3 Tower ATC (Adult Educator Academy)

1.5.15.1.4 RTF Terminal ATC Radar (Adult Educator Academy)

1.5.15.1.5 Specialized Courses (Adult Educator Academy)

1.5.15.1.6 En Route ATC (Adult Educator Academy)

1.5.15.1.7 Ten Eleven, Twelve Radar Assessment (TETRA) & TSEW ATC (Adult Educator Academy) 32

1.5.15.1.8 Classroom Instruction Certification (Adult Educator Field)

1.5.15.1.9 Classroom Instruction Certification (Adult Educator) Field

2 Decertification

3 Recertification

4 Documentation

1 Certification

1.1 Key Personnel

1.1.1 Program Manager

This position does not require FAA certification.

1.1.2 Deputy Field Program Manager

1.1.3 Deputy Academy Program Manager

1.1.4 Deputy Curriculum Development Manager

1.2 Management/Supervisory Positions

1.2.1 Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) Supervisor (CLIN XxK)

Unless certified as an RPO Supervisor at time of contract award, the RPO Supervisor must obtain certification. Any or all certification requirements may be waived by the COR or FAA designee.

This waiver must be documented on the applicable CTS II Certification Form.

The RPO Supervisor requires certification equivalent to that required of a RPO in the domain in which they intend to operate. The Contractor must document that the RPO Supervisor has met the standards for certification on the applicable CTS II Certification Form, which must be signed by the FAA designee.

1.2.2 Training Instructional Supervisor (CLIN XxO)

Unless certified as Training Instructional Supervisor at time of contract award, the Training Instructional Supervisor must obtain certification. Any or all certification requirements may be waived by the COR or FAA designee. This waiver must be documented on the applicable CTS II Certification Form.

Supervisors are not required to be certified in all courses. Certification is only required for the courses in which a Training Instructional Supervisor may perform instructional duties, in which case, the position requires FAA certification equivalent to the certification required for Instructors in the area of expertise they supervise. The Contractor must document that the Training Instructional Supervisor has met the standards for certification on the applicable CTS II Certification Form, which must be signed by the FAA designee.

1.2.3 Contractor Site Supervisor (CSS) (CLIN XxC)

The CSS is required, per FAA Order JO 3120.4, to attend course 50310003 Air Traffic Facility Training Administration (FTA). The Contracting Officer (CO), with concurrence from the Director of Technical Training or designated representative, may waive the requirement for Courses 50310003 in writing if the CSS has previously completed the course. The FAA will furnish this course at no cost to the Contractor.

1.2.4 Task Order Program Management Lead (CLIN XxM)

1.3 Academy Instructor Positions

1.3.1 Instructor I (Academy) (CLIN XxR)

Unless certified as an Instructor I at time of contract award, the Instructor I must obtain a classroom certification if instructing in a classroom. Any or all certification requirements may be waived by the COR or FAA designee. This waiver must be documented on the applicable CTS II Certification Form.

1.3.1.1 Academy Classroom Instruction Certification

1.3.1.1.1 AT Basic Aviation (Instructor I Academy)

1. Contractor will provide on-the-job training to the Instructor Trainee in classroom instruction to ensure the instructor trainee can demonstrate proficiency in the use of Blackboard™, SchoolVue™, SMART™ board, and PowerPoint™ presentations effectively.

2. When the Instructor Trainee is ready to certify in the classroom, the Contractor will submit a request to the Air Traffic Basics Section Manager for a classroom certification check-ride.

a) The Trainee will be evaluated for a minimum of one hour on a lesson of the Certifier’s choosing.

b) The Trainee may be evaluated again on the same or a different lesson at the Certifier’s discretion.

c) In the event of a failure to certify, the Certifier may make certain stipulations before additional classroom evaluations for the trainee are conducted, e.g., review content of a certain lesson or receive additional training in classroom management techniques.

3. The Contractor must document that the Instructor I met the standards for certification on the applicable CTS II Certification Form, which must be signed by the FAA designee.

1.3.1.1.2 Human Performance for Air Traffic Control (HPATC) (Instructor I Academy)

1. Contractor will provide on-the-job training to the Instructor Trainee in classroom instruction to ensure the instructor trainee can demonstrate proficiency in the use SchoolVue™, SMART™ board, and PowerPoint™ presentations effectively.

2. When the Instructor Trainee is ready to certify in the classroom, the Contractor will submit a request to the Human Performance for Air Traffic Control Section Manager for a classroom certification check-ride.

a) The Trainee will be evaluated for a minimum of one hour on a lesson of the Certifier’s choosing.

b) The Trainee may be evaluated again on the same or a different lesson at the Certifier’s discretion.

c) In the event of a failure to certify, the Certifier may make certain stipulations before additional classroom evaluations for the trainee are conducted, e.g., review content of a certain lesson or receive additional training in classroom management techniques.

3. The Contractor must document that the Instructor I has met standards for certification on the

1.3.2 Instructor II (Academy) (CLIN XxS)

Unless certified as an Instructor II (Academy) at time of contract award, the Instructor II (Academy) must obtain classroom certification if instructing in a classroom. Any or all certification requirements may be waived by the COR or FAA designee. This waiver must be documented on the applicable CTS II Certification Form.

1.3.2.1 Academy Classroom Instruction Certification

1.3.2.1.1 Tower (Instructor II Academy)

1. After receiving Lab Certification as outlined in Section 1.3.2.2.1, the Instructor Trainee may begin training on Classroom Instruction.

2. Contractor will provide on-the-job training to the Instructor Trainee in classroom instruction to ensure the instructor trainee can demonstrate proficiency in the use of Blackboard™, SchoolVue™, SMART™ board, and PowerPoint™ presentations effectively.

3. When the Instructor Trainee is ready to certify in the classroom, the Contractor will submit a request to the Tower Section Manager(s) for a classroom certification check-ride.

a) A Certified Instructor must remain in the classroom during the classroom certification check-ride.

b) The Trainee will be evaluated for a minimum of one (1) hour on a lesson of the Certifier’s choosing and may be for the entire duration of the lesson.

c) The Trainee may be evaluated again on the same or a different lesson at the Certifier’s discretion.

d) Certification is completed when the Instructor Trainee:

(1) Have no elements on form AMAFM-50023 rated as “N” (Needs improvement), “D” (Does not meet requirements), or “A” (Requires immediate action).

(2) Use more than one questioning technique during the duration of the certification check-ride.

e) In the event of a failure to certify, the Certifier may make certain stipulations before additional classroom evaluations for the trainee are conducted, e.g., review content of a certain lesson or receive additional training in classroom management techniques.

4. The Contractor must document that the Instructor II has met the standards for certification on the

1.3.2.1.2 RTF Terminal ATC Radar (Instructor II Academy

1. After receiving Lab OJTI Certification as outlined in Section 1.3.2.2.2, the Instructor Trainee may begin training on Classroom Instruction. * Note Each course Terminal Radar course (RTF, TSEW, TETRA, IQTR) requires a separate classroom certification.

2. The Contractor will provide on-the-job training to the Instructor Trainee in classroom instruction to ensure the instructor trainee can demonstrate proficiency in the use of Blackboard™, SchoolVue™, SMART™ board, and PowerPoint™ presentations effectively.

3. When the Instructor Trainee ready to certify in the classroom, the Contractor will submit a request to the Terminal Radar Section Manager(s) for a classroom certification check-ride.

a) A Certified Instructor must remain in the classroom during the classroom certification check-ride.

b) The Trainee will be evaluated for a minimum of one (1) hour on a lesson of the Certifier’s choosing and may be for the entire duration of the lesson.

c) The Instructor Trainee may be evaluated again on the same or a different lesson at the

Certifier’s discretion.

d) Certification is completed when the Instructor Trainee meets the following:

(1) Has no elements on form AMAFM-50023 rated as “N” (Needs improvement), “D” (Does not meet requirements), or “A” (Requires immediate action).

(2) Uses more than one questioning technique during the duration of the certification check-ride.

e) In the event of a failure to certify, the Certifier may require certain stipulations before conducting additional classroom evaluations for the Instructor Trainee, e.g., review content of a certain lesson or receive additional training in classroom management techniques.

4. The Contractor must document that the Instructor Trainee met the standards for certification on the applicable CTS Certification Form, which must be signed by the FAA designee.

1.3.2.2 Academy Laboratory Instruction Certification

Unless certified as an Instructor II (Academy) at time of contract award, the Instructor II (Academy) must obtain a laboratory certification if instructing in a laboratory. Any or all certification requirements may be waived by the COR or FAA designee. This waiver must be documented on the

1.3.2.2.1 Tower (Instructor II Academy)

1. The Contractor submits a request to the Tower Section Manager(s) for the written exam to be administered

a) Successful completion requires a score of 90 percent or higher.

b) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

2. After successful completion of the written exam, training is administered for the Ground Control and Local Control positions in the TSS Labs.

3. When the Contractor considers the Instructor Trainee ready to certify on Ground Control, the Contractor submits a request to the Tower Section Manager(s) for a Ground Control Certification check-ride.

a) Instructor Trainee must work TSS scenario Cert-1, Cert-2, or Cert-3.

b) To be successful, the Instructor Trainee must meet the standards described in AMAWI-

50034.

4. When the Instructor Trainee is ready to certify on Local Control, the Contractor submits a request to the Tower Section Manager(s) for a Local Control Certification check-ride.

a) Instructor Trainee must work TSS scenario Cert-1, Cert-2, or Cert-3.

b) To be successful, the Instructor Trainee must meet the standards described in AMAWI-

50034.

5. After certification on Ground Control and Local Control, the Instructor Trainee may begin training on providing instruction to an Academy Trainee.

a) Instructor Trainee must be accompanied by a Certified Instructor when working with an FAA

Academy Trainee.

6. Contractor submits a request to Tower Instructional Section Manager(s) for a Lab OJT Instructor

Certification check-ride.

a) Instructor Trainee must provide instruction to an Academy Trainee in the TSS Lab.

b) The check-ride must be on TSS scenario 10, 11, 12 or 13.

c) The check-ride cannot occur during a scheduled Skill Check on TSS scenario 12.

d) To be successful, he Instructor Trainee must have no elements of form AMAFM-50024 rated as “N” (Needs improvement), “D” (Does not meet requirements), or “A” (Requires immediate action).

7. The Contractor must document that the Instructor II has met the standards for certification on the

1.3.2.2.2 RTF Terminal Radar (Instructor II Academy)

1. The Contractor will submit a request to the Terminal Radar Section Manager(s) to administer a written exam.

a) Minimum passing score is 90 percent.

b) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

2. After successful completion of the written exam, the Contractor will request a certification check-ride working the Radar position. *Note - Each Terminal Radar course (RTF, TSEW, TETRA, IQTR) requires a separate Radar position certification.

a) The check-ride may be performed on the North, South, or Combined Sector. If the Combined

Sector is used, the instructor trainee must demonstrate the knowledge of sector boundaries and intra-facility coordination requirements.

b) To be successful all observed Job Subtasks rated on FAA Form 3120-25, ATCT/ARTCC OJT Instruction Report must be rated Satisfactory.

(1) The Instructor Trainee will be rated based upon the Job Subtasks and Indicators Checklist located in JO 3120.4, Air Traffic Technical Training, Appendix B.

(2) Some Job Subtasks may be rated Not Observed (N/O) or Not Applicable (N/A).

c) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

3. After successful completion of a certification check-ride working the Radar position, the

Contractor will begin training the Instructor Trainee working with FAA Academy Trainees.

a) Instructor Trainee must be accompanied by a Certified Instructor while working with FAA

Academy Trainees.

4. When the Instructor Trainee is ready to certify, the Contractor will submit a request for a certification check-ride to the Terminal Radar Section Manager. *Note – Each Terminal Radar course (RTF, TSEW,TETRA,IQTR) requires a separate Lab OJTI certification.

a) The Instructor Trainee must meet the standards described in AMAWI-50034.

b) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

5. The Contractor must document that the Instructor II has met the standards for certification on the

1.3.3 Instructor III (Academy) (CLIN XxT)

Unless certified as an Instructor III (Academy) at time of contract award, the Instructor III (Academy) must obtain a classroom certification if instructing in a classroom. Any or all certification requirements may be waived by the COR or FAA designee. This waiver must be documented on the applicable CTS II Certification Form.

1.3.3.1 Academy Classroom Instruction Certification

1.3.3.1.1 Specialized Courses (Instructor III Academy)

1. When the Instructor Trainee is ready to certify the Contractor must submit a request to the

AMA512C Section Manager for a Classroom Certification check-ride.

2. The Instructor Trainee must be accompanied by a Certified Instructor when working with

Academy students.

3. The Instructor Trainee will be observed delivering a minimum of three lessons from the course.

The Instructor Trainee must teach at least two of the following lessons for the appropriate course to obtain certification:

a) 12051 Basic Obstruction Evaluation (OE)/ Airport Airspace Analysis (AAA)

(1) LP06, Plotting and Chart Interpretation

(2) LP11, Notice Requirements

(3) LP21, Evaluating Aeronautical Effect

b) 50019 AIRSPACE AND PROCEDURES

(1) LP06, Secondary Airport Airspace

(2) LP08, Designing Departures and Arrivals

(3) LP09, MVA/MIA

c) 50053 TARGETS

(1) LP03, Features, Functions and Basic Tools

(2) LP05, Import and Display Project Data

(3) LP07, Creating a RNAV STAR

d) 50085001 Tower Data Link Services (TDLS) Application Specialist (TAS)TDLS

(1) LP06, D-ATIS Screen Formats

(2) LP08, DCL Defaults and Adaptation Settings

(3) LP09, SIDS and Transitions

e) 50310003 FTA (Virtual)

(1) LP015, 3120.4 Debrief

(2) LP04, Qualification Debrief

(3) LP05, OJT Debrief

f) 50134001 QA/QC

(1) LP04, Ensuring Compliance-Tools

(2) LP05, Ensuring Compliance-Process

(3) LP07, Handling of Occurrences and Accidents

g) 53034 ATCoach

(1) LP01, Navigating in ATCoach

(2) LP02, Site File

(3) LP04, Scenario File

h) 53154001 SGET

(1) LP05, Departures, Arrivals, and Conflicts

(2) LP06, Military Flight, Display Information, and Importing

(3) LP09, Advanced Scenario Development

i) 5333001 TBFM

(1) LP03, Introduction to Metering Concepts

(2) LP06, TMC Arrival Metering Tasks

(3) LP09, PGUI Functions

j) 5314001 AOV Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) Workshop

An Instructor certified in FTA or QA/QC does not need to re-certify to teach the respective FTA or QA/QC sections of the AOV workshop. If the Instructor Trainee does not hold prior certification, the trainee is required to teach the following lessons:

(1) QA/QC Lessons 1-6

(2) FTA Section 8 AOV Credentialing

(3) FTA update ATO training requirements JO 3120.4

4. A certified instructor must remain with the class during the certification check ride.

5. The classroom certification check-ride will be no less than one (1) hour per lesson.

6. Certification is completed when the Instructor Trainee:

a) Has no elements of form AMA-50023 rated as “N” (Needs Improvement), “D” (Does not meet requirements), or “A” (Requires immediate action).

b) Demonstrate the ability to use SchoolVue™, SMART™ board, and PowerPoint™ presentations effectively.

c) Avoid reading word-for-word from the book.

d) Explain by using examples or expanding on what was read if a student was asked to read.

e) Use more than one questioning technique to ensure understanding by the Academy students.

7. In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

8. The Contractor must document that the Instructor III has met the standards for certification on the applicable CTS II Certification Form, which must be signed by the FAA designee.

9. After successful certification as a classroom instructor, the Instructor may begin providing classroom instruction to Academy students.

1.3.3.1.2 En Route ATC (Instructor III Academy)

1. After successful certification on Radar, Radar Associate Lab and Non-Radar Lab as outlined in

Section 1.3.3.2.2, the Instructor Trainee may begin training to provide classroom instruction to Academy students. The Instructor Trainee must be accompanied by a certified instructor when working with an Academy student.

2. When the Instructor Trainee is ready to certify, the Contractor must submit a request to the EnRoute Section Manager(s) for a classroom certification check-ride.

3. A certified instructor must remain with the class during the certification check ride.

4. The Instructor Trainee will be evaluated for a minimum of one hour on a lesson of the certifier’s choosing and may be for the entire duration of the lesson.

6. The Instructor Trainee may be evaluated again at the certifier’s discretion.

7. To be successful the Instructor Trainee must:

a) Have no elements of form AMAFM-50023 rated as “N” (Needs Improvement), “D” (Does not meet requirements), or “A” (Requires immediate action).

b) Demonstrate the ability to use SchoolVue™, SMART™ board, Apple TV™, Blackboard™, and PowerPoint™ presentations effectively, as applicable.

c) Avoid reading word-for-word from the book.

d) Explain by using examples or expanding on what was read if a student was asked to read.

e) Use more than one questioning technique to ensure understanding by the Academy students.

f) In the event of a failure, the Certifier may make certain stipulations before additional classroom evaluations for the trainee are conducted, e.g., review content of a certain lesson, show knowledge of a specific delivery tool or receive additional training in classroom management techniques.

8. The Contractor must document that the Instructor III has met the standards for certification on the applicable CTS II Certification Form, which must be signed by the FAA designee.

9. After successful certification as a classroom instructor, the Instructor III Trainee may begin providing classroom instruction to Academy students.

1.3.3.1.3 Ten Eleven, Twelve Radar Assessment (TETRA) & TSEW ATC (Instructor III Academy)

1. After successful Lab OJTI Certification, as outlined in Section 1.3.3.2.3, the Instructor Trainee may begin training to provide classroom instruction to Academy students. Each course (TSEW & TETRA) requires a separate classroom certification.

2. When the Instructor Trainee is ready to certify the Contractor must submit a request to the Terminal Radar Section Manager(s) for a Classroom Certification Check-ride.

3. A Certified Instructor must remain in the classroom during the Classroom Certification check-ride.

4. The Trainee will be evaluated for a minimum of one (1) hour on a lesson of the Certifier’s choice.

5. The Trainee may be evaluated again at the Certifier’s discretion.

a) In the event of a failure, the Certifier may make certain stipulations before additional classroom evaluations for the trainee are conducted, e.g., review content of a certain lesson, show knowledge of a specific delivery tool or receive additional training in classroom management techniques.

b) To be successful the Instructor Trainee must:

(1) Demonstrate the ability to use SchoolVue™, SMART™ board, Apple TV™, Blackboard™, and PowerPoint™ presentations effectively, as applicable.

(2) Have no elements on form AMAFM-50023 rated as “N” (Needs improvement), “D” (Does not meet requirements), or “A” (Requires immediate action).

(3) Use more than one questioning technique during the duration of the certification check-ride.

6. The Contractor must document that the Instructor III has met the standards for certification on the

1.3.3.2 Academy Laboratory Instruction Certification

Unless certified as an Instructor III (Academy) at time of contract award, the Instructor III (Academy) must obtain a laboratory certification if instructing in a laboratory. Any or all certification requirements may be waived by the COR or FAA designee. This waiver must be documented on the applicable CTS II Certification Form.

1.3.3.2.1 Specialized Courses (Instructor III Academy)

Laboratory Instructor Certification Not Applicable

1.3.3.2.2 En Route ATC (Instructor III Academy)

1.3.3.2.2.1 Radar

1. The Contractor submits a request to the EnRoute Section Manager(s) for the written exam to be administered.

a) Minimum passing score is 85%.

b) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

2. Successful completion of the written exam is required before training is administered on the radar position in the ERAM labs.

3. No training may be conducted with Academy students on any version of Scenario 12 (Days 55- 57).

4. When the Instructor Trainee is ready to certify, the Contractor must submit a request to the EnRoute Section Manager(s) for a Radar/RSO certification check-ride.

a) Instructor Trainee must be certified on ERAM scenario 10A or higher.

b) To be successful the Radar/RSO Trainee must work the scenario and show mastery of the computer inputs and phraseology and:

(1) Have no separation errors, unless caused by a student.

(2) Not prevent the student from making an error by not doing what the student requested.

(3) Not make the scenario harder for the student by falling behind or inaction (ex. failure to descend an arrival aircraft).

(4) Demonstrate open communication with the student.

(5) Do what the student requests, even if it will cause a problem.

(6) Demonstrate correct strip marking.

(7) Avoid coaching the student.

c) No elements of form FAA Form 3120-25 must be rated as “N” (Needs improvement), “D” (Does not meet requirements), or “A” (Requires immediate action).

d) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

e) After successful certification on the Radar position, the Instructor Trainee may begin working the radar position under general supervision during Academy student training.

5. Criteria for Radar/RSO Evaluation Certification

a) Radar Instructor must have at least 960 hours of radar experience before they can work radar during evaluations. (Example: One workday = 8 hours)

b) When the Instructor Trainee is ready to certify, the Contractor must submit a request to the

EnRoute Section Manager(s) for a Radar/RSO Evaluation check-ride.

(1) To be successful the Radar Trainee must work during an evaluation scenario and show mastery of the computer inputs and phraseology and:

(i) Have no separation errors, unless caused by a student.

(ii) Not prevent the student from making an error by not doing what the student requested.

(iii) Not make the scenario harder for the student by falling behind or inaction (ex. failure to descend an arrival aircraft).

(iv) Demonstrate open communication with the student.

(v) Do what the student requests, even if it will cause a problem.

(vi) Demonstrate correct strip marking.

(vii) Avoid coaching the student.

(2) No elements of form FAA Form 3120-25 must be rated as “N” (Needs improvement), “D” (Does not meet requirements), or “A” (Requires immediate action).

(3) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

6. The Contractor must document that the Instructor III has met the standards for certification on the applicable CTS II Certification Form, which must be signed by the FAA designee.

7. After successful certification on the Radar position for evaluations, the Instructor may begin working the radar position during Academy student evaluations.

1.3.3.2.2.2 Radar Associate

1. The Contractor submits a request to the EnRoute Section Manager(s) for the written exam to be administered.

a) Minimum passing score is 90%.

b) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

2. Successful completion of the written exam is required before training is administered on the Radar Associate position in the ERAM labs.

3. No training may be conducted with Academy students on any version of Scenario 12 (Days 55- 57).

4. When the Contractor considers the Instructor Trainee ready to certify, the Contractor must submit a request to the EnRoute Section Manager(s) for a Radar Associate certification check-ride.

a) The check-ride must be performed on ERAM lab scenarios 9A or higher, not to include any version of Scenario 12.

b) The evaluation must last from the beginning of the scenario through the debriefing of the

Academy student.

c) The Trainee may be evaluated again on a second scenario at the Certifier’s discretion.

5. To be successful the RA Instructor Trainee:

a) Coach the student when necessary to prevent the student from falling behind in the problem.

b) Allow the student to make errors but discuss them during the debrief (or earlier if necessary or time permits).

c) Document errors on FAA Form 3120-25.

d) Note all errors on FAA Form 3120-25. Failure to document any of the following errors will result in failure to certify:

(1) Aircraft to aircraft separation error.

(2) Aircraft to airspace separation error.

(3) Coordination error.

(4) Five or more of all other errors.

e) No elements on form FAA Form 3120-25 may be rated as “N” (Needs improvement), “D” (Does not meet requirements), or “A” (Requires immediate action).

f) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

6. The Contractor must document that the Instructor III has met the standards for certification on the applicable CTS II Certification Form, which must be signed by the FAA designee.

7. After successful certification on the RA position, the Instructor III may begin providing instruction to Academy students.

1.3.3.2.2.3 Non Radar

1. The Contractor submits a request to the EnRoute Section Manager(s) for the written exam to be administered.

a) Minimum passing score is 90%

b) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

2. Successful completion of the written exam is required before training is administered on the non-radar position in the non-radar labs.

3. When the Instructor Trainee is ready to certify, the Contractor must submit a request to the EnRoute Section Manager(s) for a Non-Radar certification check-ride.

a) Instructor Trainee must provide instruction to an Academy student in the non-radar lab on scenario 20 or higher.

b) The evaluation must last from the beginning of the scenario through the debriefing of the student.

c) The Trainee may be evaluated again on a second scenario at the Certifier’s discretion.

d) To be successful, the Non-Radar Instructor Trainee must:

(1) Coach the student when necessary to prevent the student from falling behind in the problem.

(2) Allow the student to make errors but discuss them during the debriefing (or earlier if necessary or time permits).

(3) Note all errors on the Non-Radar grading form. Failure to document any of the following errors will result in failure to certify:

(i) Aircraft to aircraft separation error.

(ii) Aircraft to airspace separation error.

(iii) Five or more of all other errors.

e) No elements on form FAA Form 3120-25 must be rated as “N” (Needs improvement), “D” (Does not meet requirements), or “A” (Requires immediate action).

f) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

4. The Contractor must document that the Instructor III has met the standards for certification on the applicable CTS II Certification Form, which must be signed by the FAA designee.

5. After successful certification on the Non-Radar position, the Instructor may begin to provide instruction to Academy students.

1.3.3.2.3 Ten Eleven, Twelve Radar Assessment (TETRA) & TSEW ATC (Instructor III Academy)

1. When the Instructor Trainee is ready to certify, the Contractor must submit a request to the

Terminal Radar Section Manager to administer a written exam.

a) Minimum passing score is 90 percent.

b) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

2. When the Instructor Trainee is ready to certify, the, the Contractor will request a certification check-ride working the Radar position.

a) Each course (TSEW & TETRA) requires a separate Radar position certification.

b) The Instructor Trainee must meet the standards described in AMAWI-50034.

3. To be successful, the Instructor Trainee must meet the following criteria:

a) TSEW

(1) The Pretest scenario must be run with no errors

(2) A minimum of 21 aircrafts must land in a 40 minute period.

(3) The Instructor Trainee must run a Satellite session of medium to high complexity and volume at 75% demand.

b) TETRA

(1) The Instructor Trainee must run a Satellite session of moderate complexity at 80% demand.

(2) No operational errors may occur.

(3) Minor phraseology errors are allowed.

(4) The Instructor Trainee must demonstrate complete and correct landline coordination.

(5) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

4. After successful completion of a certification check-ride working the Radar position, the Contractor will begin training while working with FAA Academy Trainees.

5. The Instructor Trainee must be accompanied by a Certified Instructor while working with FAA Academy Trainees.

6. When the Instructor Trainee is ready to certify, the Contractor must submit a request for a certification check-ride to the Terminal Radar Section Manager(s).

a) Each course (RTF, TSEW & TETRA) requires a separate Lab OJTI certification.

b) The Instructor Trainee must meet the standards described in AMAWI-50034.

c) All observed Job Subtasks must be Rated Satisfactory; however, some Job Subtasks may be rated Not Observed (N/O) or Not Applicable (N/A).

d) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

7. The Contractor must document that the Instructor III has met the standards for certification on the

1.3.4 En Route Radar Simulator Operator (RSO) (CLIN XxV)

Unless certified as an RSO at time of contract award, the RSO must obtain certification. Any or all certification requirements may be waived by the COR or FAA designee. This waiver must be documented on the applicable CTS II Certification Form.

1.3.4.1 Academy Classroom Instruction Certification

Classroom Instruction certification is not applicable for the Labor Category

1.3.4.2 Academy Laboratory Instruction certification

1. When the Instructor Trainee is ready to certify, the Contractor must submit a request to the EnRoute Section Manager(s) for the written exam to be administered.

a) Minimum passing score is 85%.

b) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

2. Successful completion of the written exam is required before training is administered on the radar position in the ERAM labs.

3. No training may be conducted with Academy students on any version of Scenario 12 (Days 55- 57).

4. When the Instructor Trainee is ready to certify, the Contractor submits a request to the EnRoute Section Manager(s) for a RSO certification check-ride.

a) RSO Trainee must be evaluated on ERAM scenario 10A or higher, excluding any version of

Scenario 12.

b) No training may be conducted with Academy students on any version of Scenario 12 (Days

55-57).

c) To be successful the RSO Trainee must work the scenario and show mastery of the computer inputs and phraseology and:

(1) Have no separation errors, unless caused by a student.

(2) Not prevent the student from making an error by not doing what the student requested.

(3) Not make the scenario harder for the student by falling behind or inaction (ex. failure to descend an arrival aircraft).

(4) Demonstrate open communication with the student.

(5) Do what the student requests, even if it will cause a problem.

(6) Demonstrate correct strip marking.

(7) Avoid coaching the student.

d) No elements of form FAA Form 3120-25 must be rated as “N” (Needs improvement), “D” (Does not meet requirements), or “A” (Requires immediate action).

e) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

f) After successful certification on the Radar position, the RSO Trainee may begin working the radar position under general supervision during Academy student training.

g) RSO Evaluation Criteria

(1) RSO must have at least 960 hours of radar experience before they can work radar during evaluations. (Example: One workday = 8 hours)

(2) Contractor submits a request to the EnRoute Section Manager(s) for a radar check-ride.

(3) To be successful the RSO Trainee must work during an evaluation scenario and show mastery of the computer inputs and phraseology and:

(i) Have no separation errors, unless caused by a student.

(ii) Not prevent the student from making an error by not doing what the student requested.

(iii) Not make the scenario harder for the student by falling behind or inaction (ex. failure to descend an arrival aircraft).

(iv) Demonstrate open communication with the student.

(v) Do what the student requests, even if it will cause a problem.

(vi) Demonstrate correct strip marking.

(vii) Avoid coaching the student.

h) No elements of form FAA Form 3120-25 must be rated as “N” (Needs improvement), “D” (Does not meet requirements), or “A” (Requires immediate action).

i) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

5. The Contractor must document that the RSO has met the standards for certification on the

6. After successful certification on the Radar position for evaluations, the Instructor may begin working the radar during Academy student evaluations.

1.4 Field Instructor Positions

1.4.1 Instructor I (Field) (CLIN XxE)

Unless certified as an Instructor I at time of contract award, the Instructor I must obtain a classroom certification if instructing in a classroom. Any or all certification requirements may be waived by the COR or FAA designee if the new Instructor was actively teaching in the classroom, as an FAA employee, within the preceding 24 months. This waiver must be documented on the applicable CTS II Certification Form.

1.4.1.1 Classroom Instruction Certification

1. For certification in:

a) En Route (Classroom, Stage II)

b) Terminal (Classroom, Stage II, III, IV, and V)

c) The Instructor I must:

(1) Observe certified Instructors teach one full class in the section and stage in which they will be certified

(2) Teach a minimum of three (3) lesson plans under the observation of a certified Instructor

(3) Teach at least one (1) hour under observation by the FAA designee

2. The FAA designee will document the Instructor I performance on the applicable CTS II Certification Form and determine whether the Instructor Candidate has met the standards for certification.

3. Upon certification, the Instructor I may teach in the demonstrated position/sector

1.4.1.2 Field Laboratory Instruction Certification

Laboratory Instruction Certification is not applicable for this Labor Category.

1.4.2 Instructor II (Field) (CLIN XxF)

Unless certified as an Instructor II at time of contract award, the Instructor II must obtain a classroom certification if instructing in a classroom. Any or all certification requirements may be waived by the COR or FAA designee if the new Instructor was actively teaching in the classroom, as an FAA employee, within the preceding 24 months. This waiver must be documented on the

1.4.2.1 Field Classroom Instruction Certification

a) En Route (Classroom, Stage III, IV)

b) Terminal (Classroom, Stage II, III, IV, V, VI and VII)

c) The Instructor II must:

(1) Observe certified Instructors teach one full class in the section and stage in which they will be certified

(2) Teach a minimum of three (3) lesson plans under the observation of a certified Instructor

(3) Teach at least one (1) hour under observation by the FAA designee

2. The FAA designee will document the Instructor II performance on the applicable CTS II Certification Form and determine whether the Instructor Candidate has met the standards for certification.

3. Upon certification, the Instructor II may teach in the demonstrated position/sector

4. For certification in:

a) ATCSCC Classroom Courses (50113 – National Traffic Management, 50114 – Altitude Reservation (ALTRV) and Space Operations, 50115 – Enhanced Traffic Management Coordinator (ETMC), 55116 – Facility Traffic Management Qualification and Certification Program)

b) The Instructor II must:

(1) Observe one full iteration of the course in which they will be certified.

(2) Instructor trainee must be accompanied by a certified instructor when working with students.

(3) Instructor trainee or certified instructor submits a request to the Contract Site Supervisor

(CSS) for a classroom certification check-ride.

(4) A certified instructor must remain with the class during the certification check-ride.

(5) The classroom certification check-ride is conducted by the FAA designee and will be no less than one (1) hour per lesson.

(6) To achieve certification, the instructor must:

(i) Teach at least two lessons,

(ii) Demonstrate the ability to use PowerPoint™ presentations effectively,

(iii) Avoid reading word-for-word from the book,

(iv) Explain by using examples or expanding on what was discussed,

(v) Use more than one questioning technique to ensure the student’s understanding.

(7) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

(8) The Contractor Site Supervisor must document that the instructor trainee has met the standards for certification on the applicable CTS II Certification Form, which must be signed by the FAA designee.

(9) After successful certification, the instructor may begin providing classroom instruction to students.

1.4.2.2 Field Laboratory Instruction Certification

Unless certified as an Instructor II at time of contract award, the Instructor II must obtain a laboratory certification if instructing in a laboratory. Any or all certification requirements may be waived by the COR or FAA designee if the new Instructor was actively teaching in the laboratory, as an FAA employee, within the preceding 24 months. This waiver must be documented on the applicable CTS II Certification Form.

1. For lab certification in:

a) En Route: Stage III and IV

b) Terminal: Stage II through VII

c) Instructor II must;

(1) Pass a written knowledge test developed by the FAA for each position/sector to be taught with a score of at least seventy percent (70%)

(2) Complete five (5) to twenty (20) simulation scenarios for each position/sector to be taught

(3) Observe at least ten (10) hours of developmental air traffic laboratory instruction conducted by certified instructors.

(4) Conduct a minimum of three (3) hours of radar/radar associate laboratory instruction, under the observation of a certified Instructor.

(5) Under observation by the FAA designee, demonstrate proficiency one (1) hour of a non-graded simulation of 80% complexity.

2. The FAA designee will document the Instructor II performance on the applicable CTS II

Certification Form and determine whether the Instructor Candidate has met the standards for certification.

3. Upon certification, the Instructor II may teach in the demonstrated position/sector.

1.4.2.3 Flight Service Station Courses Classroom/Laboratory Certification (Field)

Note: Flight Services Courses have a single integrated certification process for Classroom and Laboratory certification due to the interconnected nature of the Fight Service course.

Unless certified as an Instructor II for Flight Service Station Courses at time of contract award, the Instructor II must obtain a Flight Service Station Courses certification if instruction Flight Service Station courses. Any or all certification requirements may be waived by the COR or FAA designee.

This waiver must be documented on the applicable CTS II Certification Form.

1. For certification in Flight Service Station Courses the Instructor II must:

a) Sit in and monitor the course instruction by a certified instructor, during which, the Instructor II will observe, take End of Lesson tests, and instruct under observation by the certified instructor

b) Complete a written knowledge and skills test developed by the FAA for each area of Flight Service instruction, along with all End of Lesson tests contained within the course. Each test will be graded by the FAA designee and must be passed with a score of at least eighty percent (80%)

c) Observe a certified Instructor teaching one lesson of at least eight (8) hours in length to be eligible for classroom certification, unless a written waiver is granted by the FAA designee

d) Observe at least five (5) hours of developmental laboratory instructed by a certified Instructor and must complete a minimum of two (2), but no more than five (5) simulation scenarios: the number accomplished will be determined by the certified instructor

e) Teach five (5) lessons under the observation of a certified instructor

f) Conduct three (3) hours of developmental lab instructor under the observation of a certified instructor. During the observations, the certified instructor will evaluate the Instructor II (Field) performance on both a practice-graded and graded simulation scenario

2. The FAA designee will document the Instructor II performance on the applicable CTS II Certification Form and determine whether the Instructor Candidate has met the standards for certification.

3. Upon certification, the Instructor II may teach any flight services lesson plans.

1.5 Other Positions

1.5.1 Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) (Field) (CLIN XxJ)

1. Unless certified as an RPO (Field) at time of contract award, the RPO must obtain certification.

Any or all certification requirements may be waived by the COR or FAA designee. This waiver must be documented on the applicable CTS II Certification Form.

2. For certification RPOs (Field) must:

a) Pass a knowledge and skills test developed by the FAA for each position/sector to be taught with a score of at least seventy percent (70%).

b) Observe a previously certified RPO, an FAA employee, or Contractor instructor performing

RPO duties on simulation scenarios.

c) Receive on the job training simulation scenarios on each control position to be supported

d) Under observation by the FAA designee, demonstrate proficiency on one (1) hour of a non-graded simulation scenario of eighty percent (80%) complexity.

3. The FAA designee will document the RPO performance on the applicable CTS II Certification

Form and determine whether the RPO has met the standards for certification.

4. Upon certification, the RPO may support any laboratory stage, in the positions demonstrated.

1.5.2 Remote Pilot Operator (RPO) (Academy) (CLIN XxU)

Unless certified as an RPO (Academy) at time of contract award, the RPO must obtain certification.

Any or all certification requirements may be waived by the COR or FAA designee. This waiver must be documented on the applicable CTS II Certification Form.

1.5.2.1 Tower

1.5.2.1.1 Tower 3D

1. The RPO Trainee is administered the Tower 3D Standard Operating Procedures Knowledge Test

a) Successful completion requires a score of 90 percent or higher.

b) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

2. When the RPO Trainee is ready to certify, the Contractor submits a request to the Tower Section Manager(s) for a Tower 3D Certification check-ride.

a) Include results of the Tower 3D Standard Operating Procedures Knowledge Test.

b) Include the requested date and shift for the check-ride

c) The RPO Trainee must work the Local Control position on scenario 4, 5, or 6.

d) A certified RPO must be available in the lab to replace the RPO Trainee if necessary to ensure RPO performance is not degraded.

e) To be successful, the RPO Trainee must have no elements on form AMAFM-50025 rated as

“N” (Needs improvement), “D” (Does not meet requirements), or “A” (Requires immediate action).

f) In the event of a failure to certify, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

3. The Contractor must document that the RPO has met the standards for certification on the

1.5.2.1.2 Tower Simulation System (TSS)

1. The RPO Trainee is administered the TSS Standard Operating Procedures Knowledge Test

a) Successful completion requires a score of 90 percent or higher.

b) In the event of a failure, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

2. When the RPO Trainee is ready to certify, the Contractor must submit a request to Tower Instructional Section Manager(s) for a TSS Certification check-ride.

a) Include results of the TSS Standard Operating Procedures Knowledge Test.

b) Include the requested date and shift for the check-ride.

c) The RPO Trainee must work scenario 7 or 8.

d) A certified RPO must be available in the lab to replace the RPO Trainee if necessary to ensure

RPO performance is not degraded.

e) To be successful, the RPO Trainee must have no elements on form AMAFM-50025 rated as

“N” (Needs improvement), “D” (Does not meet requirements), or “A” (Requires immediate action).

f) In the event of a failure to certify, one retake is permitted after remedial training.

3. The Contractor must document that the RPO has met the standards for certification on the

1.5.2.2 RPO On-The-Job-Training Instructor (OJTI)

(Note: This is the certification process for the RPO to provide On-the-job training to an RPO Tower Trainee in the labs with FAA Academy students working.)

1. A Certified RPO must accumulate a minimum of 320 hours working the position they are certified on before they may train RPO Trainees.