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5G NR Evolution (Rel.16-18) Training Course
Only for those familiar with 5G NR in Rel.15
Trusted by tech professionals at thousands of orgs
Created by
Dr. Kamran Etemad
A Course Outline
01
Overview of 5GPP Standards Roadmap and Timeline
02
Capacity and Operational Efficiency Enhancements in Rel.16-18
- MIMO Enhancements
- Power Saving Enhancements
- Mobility Enhancements
- Carrier Aggregation and Dual Connectivity Enhancement
- Two-Step RACH
- Enhanced URLLC
- Remote and Cross Link Interference Management (CDI & RIM)
03
NR Positioning
- DL Reference Signals Measurements and Positioning
- UL Reference Signal Measurements and Positioning
- Enhancements in R17 and 18
04
Integrated Access and Backhaul (IAB)
- Objectives and IAB Topologies
- Impacts on Air Interface
- IAB enhancements in R17 and 18.
05
NR in Unlicensed Band (NRU)
- Target Spectrum/Regulation and Deployment Models
- PHY Layer Impacts
- MAC and Higher Layer Aspects
06
NR for V2X
- PHY Layer Design
- MAC and Higher Layer Aspects
- Sidelink In Unlicensed Spectrum (R18)
07
Industrial IoT
- Multi-Connectivity
- TSC Mechanism, Timing and QoS Enhancements
- Non Public Networks
08
Small Data Transmission (SDT)
- Small Data Transmissions in LTE Advanced
- RA and CG based SDT
- Mobile Terminated SDT (R18)
09
5G MBS
- MBS Requirements and Use Cases
- Multicast Service Configuration and Operations
- Broadcast Service Configuration and Operations
- MBS Release 18 Enhancements
10
Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN)
- NTN Architecture and Use cases
- Design Challenges and Opportunities
- Physical layer and upper layer impacts Areas
- Improvements in R18
11
Overview of Other New Features in Release 18
- Smart Repeaters
- UAV Support with 5G NR
- Flexible Duplexing
- Study on AI/ML use air interface
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Frequently asked questions
Why Should I enrol?
The global 5G market is currently worth 5.53 billion U.S. dollars in 2020. By 2030, the market is forecast to have a value of 620.72 billion U.S. dollars. Despite the downturn in the overall economy, businesses continue to invest in 5G and beyond because the majority of the workforce is critically dependent on telecom to function. This program was designed to help you take advantage of this growing need for skilled 5G NR professionals.
What jobs will this program prepare for me?
Graduates of this program will have the 5G NR skills needed to be extremely valuable across many functions, and in many roles at mobile network operators, vendors, chipsets design, standardization and patent examination institutes, as well as Telco startups. Specific roles include:
- Radio Optimization Engineer
- Radio Network Planning Engineer
- Network Architect
- RAN Design Architect
- 5G Physical Layer Software Designer
- Radio Engineer
- System Test Engineer
- Wireless System EngineerRF Engineer
- Cellular Field Design Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Product Manager – RAN 5G
- Systems Engineer – Protocol and Network Architecture
How do I know if this program is right for me?
If you’re an engineer or someone with a strong telecom background, this program offers you the ideal path to pursue a 5G career and prepares you to seek out 5G NR jobs across the telecom ecosystem.
Do I need to apply? What are the admission criteria?
No. This 5G NR Training program accepts all applicants regardless of experience and specific background.
What are the prerequisites for enrollment?
The 5G NR Training Program is designed for students with intermediate experience of telecom wireless systems. You should be familiar with LTE Systems at the architecture and Air Interface level.6. If I do not meet the requirements to enroll, what should I do?7. How is this training program structured?8. How long is this training program?9. What software and versions will I need in this program?10. What is the refund policy?
Do I need to apply? What are the admission criteria?
We have a number of short free courses that can help you prepare. Reach out to us at [email protected] to discuss the options.
What software and versions will I need in this program?
To successfully complete this training program, you’ll need to have a good internet connection, at least 1MB/s.
What is the refund policy?
There is no possibility to refund the payment for this training program.
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