ILS Foundation & Practice Classroom Training

The ILS Foundation & Practice training is also available as an instructor-led classroom programme.
This interactive one-day training covers the same core subjects and learning objectives as the ELearning course, while offering additional opportunities for discussion, knowledge sharing and practical application.

What you will learn

Depending on your objectives, topics may include:

  • ILS process design and implementation
  • Integrated Product Support (IPS) principles
  • Logistic Support Analysis (LSA)
  • S-Series specifications (S1000D, S2000M, S3000L and others)
  • Reliability, Maintainability and Availability (RAM)
  • Obsolescence Management
  • Asset Management and Lifecycle Management
  • Maintenance concepts and support strategies
  • Integration of ILS with engineering, project management and operations
  • Design Influence and Design for Support
  • ILS governance, decision-making and organisational embedding

The content is fully aligned with your organisation, projects and business objectives.

Who should attend?

This training is intended for professionals involved in:

  • Design and engineering of technical systems
  • Procurement and tendering within Defence projects
  • Construction, integration and sustainment of systems
  • Project management, maintenance and technical consultancy

The programme is suitable for professionals working within Defence, shipbuilding, maritime suppliers, engineering consultancies and technical service providers.

Practical information

  • Format: Classroom or In-Company Training
  • Duration: 1 Day (09:00 – 16:30)
  • Location: At your organisation or a dedicated training location
  • Certificate: Official ILS Foundation Certificate • Investment: €715 per person (excluding VAT)

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    What others say about our courses

    With no previous ILS experience and very little technical background, I was still able to follow the course well. The clear explanations helped me gain knowledge and confidence. The training also contributed to my securing a role in which ILS knowledge was a significant advantage.

    Joyce

    Technical Administrator

    The e-learning course offers much more than an introduction to ILS. It deepened my knowledge and helped me understand how the different elements fit together

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    ILS Engineer

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    ILS expert in the making

    I completed the Fundament & Praktijk e-learning course together with ten colleagues from my department. It is a comprehensive course that goes beyond the basics. I gained a better understanding of both ILS itself and its importance within projects. I particularly appreciated being able to learn at my own pace.

    Arnold

    Maintenance Engineer

    The e-learning course gave me both a solid foundation and a deeper understanding of ILS. It was a valuable way to develop my knowledge, with the flexibility to fit the training around my work.

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    Project Coordinator / Workplanner

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    The trainer brought extensive subject knowledge and practical experience to the course. This made the explanations convincing and informative. I would certainly recommend this training to colleagues who want to develop their understanding of ILS.

    Henk-Jan

    Technical Documentation Specialist

    The trainer’s expertise made this course particularly valuable to me. His clear explanations, supported by good training materials, gave me a better understanding of ILS and a solid foundation for further learning.

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    Project Manager

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    The trainer certainly had no shortage of knowledge or enthusiasm, I think he could have continued for hours. There was a lot to take in, but his clear explanations made the course highly informative.

    José

    Jr. ILS Engineer

    I attended this course together with five colleagues at our own office. A strong foundation course with a good balance between theory and practical examples. The well-prepared course materials supported the explanations and helped me build on my knowledge of ILS.

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    Project Manager

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    The trainer combined extensive subject knowledge with practical experience. Clear explanations and relatable examples made the theory easy to understand. A valuable course that I would certainly recommend to colleagues.

    Wim

    Engineering Manager

    A highly informative classroom course that significantly increased both my knowledge of and interest in ILS. The knowledgeable trainer and clear course materials helped me understand the topics well.

    Lars

    Project Engineer

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    ILS expert in the making

    It was very pleasant that I could take the e-learning from my own desk.

    Bart

    Technical Consultant

    The training has significantly deepened my knowledge of ILS. This was partly thanks to the enthusiastic and skilled trainer.

    Maarten

    Junior ILS Engineer

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    The ILS e-learning has given me a good initial insight into the meaning of ILS and its use. I am enthusiastic about the e-learning and have already signed up for the ILS Advanced training.

    Paul

    Maintenance Engineer

    Frequently asked questions about ILS Foundation & Practice (Classroom)

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    What is the ILS Foundation & Practice Classroom Training?

    The ILS Foundation & Practice Classroom Training is an interactive one-day course covering the fundamental principles of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS). The training follows the same learning objectives as the e-learning programme while offering additional opportunities for practical examples, discussions, questions and knowledge sharing with an experienced instructor and fellow participants.

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    Who should attend the ILS Foundation & Practice training?

    This training is designed for engineers, project managers, maintenance engineers, systems engineers, procurement professionals, consultants and other technical specialists working in Defence, shipbuilding, offshore, maritime engineering or high-tech industries. No prior knowledge of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) is required.

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    What topics are covered during the training?

    Depending on your organisation's objectives, the training may include topics such as the design and implementation of ILS processes, Integrated Product Support (IPS), Logistic Support Analysis (LSA), the S-Series specifications (including S1000D, S2000M and S3000L), Reliability, Maintainability & Availability (RAM), Obsolescence Management, Asset Management, Lifecycle Management, maintenance concepts, support strategies, and the integration of ILS with engineering, project management and operations.

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    What is the difference between the ILS e-learning and the ILS classroom training?

    The classroom training covers the same fundamental principles as the e-learning course but provides additional depth through interactive discussions and direct guidance from an experienced ILS specialist. This enables participants to immediately apply their knowledge within their own organisation and projects.

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    How long does the ILS Foundation & Practice training take?

    The training is delivered in one full day, from 09:00 to 16:30, combining theory with practical examples.

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    Will I receive a certificate after completing the training?

    Yes. All participants receive the official ILS Foundation Certificate from the Upeople Academy upon completing the training.

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    Can the training also be delivered in-company?

    Yes. The training can be delivered either at your own premises or at a dedicated external training location.

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    Is the ILS Foundation & Practice training suitable for organisations involved in Defence projects?

    Yes. The training has been developed in collaboration with experienced Defence ILS specialists and is aligned with the working methods, standards and processes applied within Defence programmes. It is relevant for all organisations involved in the development, production, supply, support or maintenance of Defence equipment. This includes companies operating in the maritime sector as well as organisations in aerospace, land systems, high-tech manufacturing and other technical industries participating in Defence projects.