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About the Course:
Since the introduction of 5G, the mobile telecommunications landscape has changed significantly. 5G shepherded in new use cases, deployment models and spectrum usage, leaning on technologies such as Non-Terrestrial Networks to improve coverage, as well as AI to improve network efficiency. This course seeks to provide a 1 day overview of the mobile industry as it stands today, factoring in the cellular ecosystem that supports the latest generation of cellular technologies.
Course Topics
- The Cellular Ecosystem
This section seeks to explore the cellular ecosystem as it stands today, covering areas such as the current global deployments for public and private networks, the current status of 5G-Advanced, the device market, the impact of Open RAN and Network API opportunities. Focus will be given to the vendor ecosystem, outlining the key players in each part of the overall ecosystem. Finally, the challenge of accessing and utilizing radio spectrum will be explored, as well as the technologies that compliment cellular such as Wi-Fi and non cellular IoT. - Introduction to 4G and 5G Network Architecture
This section starts by considering the key goals of both 4G and 5G, determining whether these goals were achieved. The section then examines the high-level architecture of 4G and 5G networks, exploring the evolution of the Radio Access Network (RAN) with technologies like carrier aggregation, dual connectivity, and virtualization. It covers core network operations such as registration, mobility, session, and subscriber management, along with key use cases in 5G, including enhanced Mobile Broadband (eMBB), ultra-reliable low-latency communication (URLLC), and massive machine-type communication (mMTC). - Private Mobile Networks and FWA (Fixed Wireless Access)
This section explores the rise of 4G and 5G private mobile networks and their significance for businesses, with focus on their role in industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and smart cities. We will also Investigate how FWA can provide connectivity to fixed premises using 4G/5G and consider the potential impact of 5G network slicing on Private 5G deployments. - Virtualisation and Cloud Technologies
This section looks at how virtualisation and cloud computing have transformed telecom infrastructure, enabling more flexible, scalable, and cost-effective services. This section will also cover the SBA (Service Based Architecture) in 5G and how this is deployed in cloud environments using containers and container orchestration. - Emerging Technologies: Satellites, IoT and AI
This section introduces key technologies deployed in today’s networks, including Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN), the Internet of Things (IoT), and the integration of AI, highlighting their potential for innovation and growth within the telecoms industry. - The Road to 6G
This section provides an outlook on the future of telecommunications with the arrival of 6G, focusing on anticipated advancements and the opportunities it presents for further technological and business development.
Target audience
The course is well-suited to those with a general technical background, looking to develop their understanding of the architecture and technologies used in modern fixed-line and mobile telecommunications networks. The technical level is designed to be foundational.
Course structure and study time
The course will be delivered as a single day session.
Course Leader
Kevin Moore
