The Louisiana Tech Research Institute offers research opportunities to students, faculty, communities, and partners. We collaborate with individuals who are passionate about advancing thier academics or working with the community.
The Louisiana Tech Research Institute offers research opportunities to students, faculty, communities, and partners. We collaborate with individuals who are passionate about advancing thier academics or working with the community.
This 2-day instructor-led Professional Continuing Education (PCE) course is designed to orient the newly appointed NC3 and/or nuclear enterprise workforce. Topics of discussion tie NC3 to national defense and its designation as a weapon system.
Specific topics may include nuclear deterrence and history, a threat brief, NC3 overview, introduction to the NC2/NC3 mission essential functions, a primer on the NC3 weapons system and associated architecture, cyber security, test reporting, systems and NC3 enterprise modernization. At the conclusion of the course, students will achieve initial insight into the NC3 enterprise at a “basic” level of competency.
This three-day, instructor-led Professional Continuing Education (PCE) NC3 course is designed for the fundamental development of the mid-level experienced Nuclear/NC3 professionals. Topics of discussion tie the importance of NC3 to defense and NC3 designation as an AF weapon system. Specific topics may include deterrence, NC3 policy and governance, radio-waves and electromagnetic pulse effects, mission essential functions; and systems and NC3 enterprise modernization.
At the end of the course, students will have greater insight into the NC3 enterprise at an “intermediate” level of competency; tactical to operational level of nuclear/NC3 operations/sustainment/modernization.
This 3-day, instructor-led Professional Continuing Education (PCE) NC3 is course designed for the advanced development of experienced NC3 professionals. Course curriculum seeks to articulate, integrate, and apply NC3 and National Leadership Command Capability (NLCC) strategy, policy, governance, procedure, architecture, capabilities, physics, modernization effort, at the operational level in order to plan, direct, and execute NC3/NLCC operations in support of the AF core missions and Joint operations. NC3 300 is an advanced course designed to progress those individuals to the “proficient” level of competency and working at the operational/staff level of NC3 operations, sustainment, and modernization.
The Louisiana Tech Research Institute (LTRI) in Bossier City welcomed nearly 140 phenomenal scientific and defense specialists to Bossier City in October for a 10-day wargame exploring future concepts which could potentially be fielded within the next decade to provide the United States and its allies the capabilities to deter and defeat adversaries in an increasingly unstable geo-political environment.
The Air Force Material Command’s Science and Technology Wargame 2024 (AFMC S&T24) teamed weapons systems operators, planners and logisticians with scientists and engineers from multiple Air Force Research Laboratory divisions. The teams explored a range of concepts and provided feedback for those technologies which should be matured and fielded to provide credible, overwhelming capability across the full spectrum of conflict.
The AFMC S&T24 was LTRI’s first opportunity to host a major multi-day event and welcomed participants from around the world. Team LTRI, with support from Louisiana Tech President Dr. Jim Henderson and the Cyber Innovation Center, were lauded for their “can do” approach to meeting customer needs, their fantastic southern hospitality, and their exceptional facility located in Bossier City’s National Cyber Research Park.
LTRI looks forward to showcasing to other organizations the tremendous capabilities in Northwest Louisiana. The team extends our appreciation to the hotels, restaurants, the rental car companies, the Shreveport Region Airport, and other area businesses which made the overall experience memorable for our guests.
Warren G. Ward, Col, USAF (ret)
Chief of Staff, LTRI
A Commitment to Strengthening Digital Fluency
We were proud to collaborate with Bossier Parish Community College (BPCC) as we led the Digital Education and Training for Enhanced Readiness (DETER) project for Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC). While the DETER project is currently on hold, the groundwork laid with BPCC has prepared us well for potential resumption.Our partnership with BPCC was a cornerstone of our efforts to enhance digital fluency among action officers at Headquarters AFGSC. BPCC’s expertise and innovative approach to education were instrumental in the initial stages of developing the modular digital courses intended to be central to our training initiative.
Collaborative Efforts: BPCC’s expertise in digital education and curriculum development proved invaluable as we began shaping the curriculum. Although the project was put on hold before we could launch our first official course, the foundational work completed has set a framework for potential future courses. These preparatory steps were designed to accommodate varying levels of difficulty, ensuring that all officers, regardless of their prior digital knowledge, would receive the training necessary to excel in their roles.
Reflections on Future Horizons: We remain hopeful that we can continue our collaboration in the future, possibly expanding our efforts to include more comprehensive programs that integrate cutting-edge digital tools and analytics techniques. This partnership underscored our commitment to fostering an environment of continuous learning and adaptation, crucial for meeting the challenges of tomorrow’s digital landscape.
Supporting Veterans and Their Families: Hosting Hiring for Heroes Events at LTRI
At LTRI, we are proud to support initiatives that help our local community thrive. One of the ways we contribute is by hosting events for Hiring for Heroes, a Louisiana state program commissioned by the governor and run through the Bossier Chamber of Commerce. This important initiative focuses on connecting veterans and their spouses with meaningful job opportunities in Louisiana, helping reduce out-migration and ensuring that military families remain an integral part of our state’s workforce.
Creating Opportunities through Events
By providing a welcoming space for Hiring for Heroes events, LTRI helps foster connections
between veterans, their spouses, and local employers. These events offer veterans
a chance to meet with potential employers, participate in workshops, and explore career
pathways that align with their skills and experiences. Our facility provides the ideal
setting for these events, with large classrooms and state-of-the-art technology to
support both in-person and virtual interactions.
Why It Matters
Louisiana has a rich military history, and many veterans choose to settle here after
their service. However, some face challenges in finding the right career opportunities,
leading to out-migration. Hosting Hiring for Heroes events at LTRI is one way we can
help combat this trend by providing veterans and their families with the resources
and networks they need to thrive in Louisiana. These events also give local businesses
a chance to connect with a highly skilled, motivated talent pool.