Starlink Deployment Course

Lesson 1 • Starlink Service Tiers and Use Cases

Differentiates residential, business, maritime, and mobility service plans. Helps learners match service tiers to real-world deployment scenarios.

Lesson 2 • How Low-Earth Orbit Systems Work

Explains orbital mechanics, coverage patterns, and handoff logic for LEO constellations. Connects physics principles to real Starlink performance characteristics.

Lesson 3 • History of Satellite Communications

Traces satellite internet from geostationary origins to low-Earth orbit systems. Provides context for understanding why Starlink represents a generational shift.

Lesson 1 • Starlink Router Models and Features

Covers built-in router capabilities, Wi-Fi standards, and bypass mode options. Prepares learners to configure or replace the router in diverse network environments.

Lesson 2 • Cables, Connectors, and Power Units

Details proprietary cable types, connector standards, and power brick specifications. Prevents common wiring errors encountered during field installation.

Lesson 3 • User Terminal Dish Models

Compares current and legacy dish form factors, dimensions, and performance specs. Grounds learners in hardware differences before covering installation methods.

Lesson 1 • Selecting Optimal Dish Placement

Synthesizes survey data into a ranked list of candidate mounting locations. Bridges site analysis to the hardware installation chapter that follows.

Lesson 2 • Sky View Requirements for Starlink

Defines the minimum clear sky angle needed for reliable Starlink connectivity. Sets the standard against which all site survey findings are measured.

Lesson 3 • Manual Obstruction Assessment Techniques

Teaches compass bearings, elevation angles, and physical measurement methods. Provides backup skills when the app is unavailable or inconclusive.

Lesson 1 • Running and Protecting Cables

Details cable routing, conduit use, entry point sealing, and bend radius limits. Prevents signal degradation and physical damage over the cable's lifespan.

Lesson 2 • Safety and Pre-Installation Preparation

Covers fall protection, electrical safety, and tool preparation before climbing. Ensures every installation begins with a risk-assessed, properly equipped team.

Lesson 3 • Mounting the Dish

Step-by-step guidance for attaching mounts to roofs, walls, and poles. Covers torque specs, waterproofing, and structural anchoring for each mount type.

Lesson 4 • Grounding and Electrical Protection

Explains grounding electrode requirements, bonding, and surge protection placement. Protects equipment and occupants from lightning and electrical faults.

Lesson 1 • Static IP, DNS, and QoS Settings

Configures static addressing, custom DNS resolvers, and traffic prioritisation rules. Optimises network performance for latency-sensitive and bandwidth-heavy applications.

Lesson 2 • VLAN and Network Segmentation

Implements VLANs to separate IoT, guest, and corporate traffic behind Starlink. Applies enterprise networking principles to Starlink-connected environments.

Lesson 3 • Bypass Mode and Third-Party Routers

Enables bypass mode to hand off routing to enterprise or prosumer hardware. Critical for deployments requiring advanced firewall, VPN, or VLAN capabilities.

Lesson 4 • Default Network Setup and App Controls

Explores the out-of-box network configuration and Starlink app management features. Establishes the baseline before introducing advanced configuration changes.

Lesson 1 • Documenting and Reporting Performance

Creates professional performance reports for clients, management, or support teams. Closes the monitoring loop by translating data into clear, actionable documentation.

Lesson 2 • Starlink App Statistics and Alerts

Navigates the app's real-time stats, outage history, and alert configuration. Provides the first-line diagnostic tool available to any Starlink user or technician.

Lesson 3 • Diagnosing Common Performance Issues

Applies a structured troubleshooting methodology to the most frequent Starlink problems. Builds systematic diagnostic skills transferable to any network environment.

Lesson 4 • Key Performance Metrics Explained

Defines throughput, latency, jitter, and packet loss in the Starlink context. Gives learners the measurement vocabulary needed for all diagnostic work.

Lesson 1 • Hardware Fault Diagnosis and Replacement

Identifies symptoms of dish, cable, router, and power unit failures. Guides safe component replacement and post-swap verification procedures.

Lesson 2 • Environmental and Obstruction Issues

Addresses snow accumulation, ice, wind vibration, and new obstruction growth. Teaches both immediate remediation and long-term mitigation strategies.

Lesson 3 • Preventive Maintenance Schedules

Defines monthly, quarterly, and annual maintenance tasks for long-term reliability. Reduces emergency service calls through proactive inspection and documentation.

Lesson 4 • Firmware Updates and Software Maintenance

Explains Starlink's automatic update mechanism and how to manage update timing. Prevents service disruptions caused by unexpected reboots during critical operations.

Lesson 1 • Multi-Site and Enterprise Deployments

Covers centralised management, SD-WAN integration, and policy consistency across sites. Scales individual installation skills to organisation-wide network architecture.

Lesson 2 • Regulatory and Compliance Considerations

Identifies spectrum licensing, import rules, and installation code requirements by region. Ensures deployments meet applicable regulatory obligations without naming specific codes.

Lesson 3 • Mobile and Maritime Installations

Addresses vehicle, vessel, and aircraft-specific mounting, vibration, and regulatory needs. Extends installation skills to high-motion environments with unique constraints.

Lesson 4 • Deployment Planning and Project Management

Builds a full deployment plan covering scope, timeline, budget, and risk. Integrates all course skills into a professional project deliverable.