With a syllabus spanning IP networking fundamentals through to advanced ST 2110 workflows, SMPTE’s summer 2026 education lineup kicks off on 11^th June with the Introduction to IP Networks course and the ST 2110 Intensive Boot Camp.

Introduction to IP Networks runs until 9^th July and provides a foundation in IP networking suited to both newcomers and experienced professionals seeking a refresher. Participants will work through every layer of the network stack, cover multicast and protocols such as DNS and RTP, and gain hands-on experience with Wireshark.

The ST 2110 Intensive Boot Camp for IP Networking Professionals builds on the Introduction to IP Networks course and is a much more comprehensive offering. Over 13 weeks, 20 modules and three courses, the boot camp adds modules on Understanding ST 2110 and IP Network Design to enable participants to progress from the networking fundamentals covered in the Introduction to IP Networks course.

Running until 1st September, it covers PTP timing, synchronization and redundancy, network design, and operational change management, and features live coaching sessions led by technologists from organizations including the EBU, Lawo, Arista, Cisco, and Meinberg. The course runs on Tuesdays and Thursdays and all sessions are recorded for on-demand access. Participants who complete the program and pass the final exam earn the industry-recognized SMPTE Certificate of Achievement.

Starting later in the summer, Understanding ST 2110 (21^st July through 1^st September) offers an in-depth, practical exploration of the ST 2110 standard, covering uncompressed and compressed video, audio and data encapsulation, timing and synchronization, redundancy, and network traffic shaping.

"The move to IP is one of the most significant shifts our industry has seen, and our goal is to make the expertise behind it accessible to everyone who needs it," said Maja Davidovic, Director of Education at SMPTE. "Our instructors are real-world practitioners who design and run these systems every day. Our live sessions bring in special guest participants, and the learning stays hands-on and interactive throughout. Whether you're taking your first steps in IP networking or preparing to lead a full ST 2110 migration, you'll be working through real challenges alongside the people shaping the field."

Meanwhile, the SMPTE Practical Lab is available to those who complete the Introduction to IP Networks or Understanding ST 2110 courses, or the full Boot Camp. It provides a sandbox environment in which to design, sync, and troubleshoot live-production workflows. SMPTE says the Practical Lab is made possible by the support of partners including Lawo Academy, Arista, Blackmagic Design, Meinberg, Bridge Technologies, Matrox, and AJA Video Systems.

Every course is instructor-led, with live coaching sessions recorded and available on demand within 24 hours so participants can take part from any time zone.

Student and hardship discounts are always available for all SMPTE Education courses, and as a recognized SMPTE partner, The Broadcast Bridge readers receive a further 20% off using code SMPTESummer26.

Registration is open now at https://bit.ly/smptereg

A full list of SMPTE Education's programs is available at https://www.smpte.org/virtual-courses

For questions, pricing, course details, or discount information, contact [email protected]