Introduction to 3rd Generation (3G) Cellular
304

This course is part of the MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATIONS NETWORK ENGINEERING training programme (two weeks) consisting of the following courses, it is recommended that all four courses are attended to complete training on the topic:
301, Understanding GSM
302, Advanced GSM
303, Understanding GPRS
304, Introduction to 3rd Generation (3G) Cellular
Description

The course provides an introduction to 3G - UMTS technology and describes it’s development and evolution through to Release 5 – UMTS network. It describes the functional elements of the network in addition to explaining W-CDMA theory, the air interface and management tasks.

Aims The objective of this instructor-led course is to present the student with a general understanding of UMTS and the impact it will have on mobile communications. Topics covered will include W-CDMA theory, the air interface and management tasks.
Who Would Benefit? Telecommunications professionals who require a good understanding of the impact, components and functionality of UMTS. 
Prerequisites It is essential that delegates have an understanding of GSM and the technologies employed within the network.
Topics
UMTS Organisations
UMTS Frequency Allocations
Network Architecture
UMTS Network Services
Core Network (CN)
Access Network (ULTRAN)
W-CDMA Theory
The Air Interface
Management Functions
User Equipment (UE)
Content
  • Introduction
    Subscriber requirements & Services
    The Network Evolution
    UMTS Organisations
    UMTS Objectives
    What is 3G
    IMode and UMTS Services
    3G Standards Bodies
    World Wide Spectrum Allocation
    European Frequency Allocation
    UK License Allocation

  • Network Architecture
    Integrated Network & Functions
    UMTS Domains, CN, UTRAN & UE
    Network Development
    UMTS Satellite Network
    The Network Evolution - R3, 4 & 5
    IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) Architecture

  • UMTS Network Services
    Architectural Structure
    Service Networks
    Load Balancing
    Messaging
    Payment and Billing
    Interface Definition Language
    Multi Protocol Label Switching (MPLS)
    UMTS Data Rates
    Quality of Services
    Security Architecture
    Security and Privacy

  • W-CDMA Theory
    Multiple Access Schemes
    W-CDMA Characteristics
    FDD & TDD
    Channelisation Codes
    Scrambling Codes
    QPSK
    DS-CDMA Implementation
    FDD / TDD Frame Structures
    Frequency and code re-use
    Spectral Efficiencies
    The Rake Receiver
    Capacity Enhancement

  • The Air Interface
    Physical Layer Procedures
    Channel Locations
    Channels on the Air-Interface
    Channel Mapping
    The Data Flow Process
    Structure of Transmission
    Convolutional Coding
    Frame Structures
    Synchronization Procedures
    Space Time Transmit Diversity
    Slotted Downlink Transmission

  • Management Functions
    Radio Resource Management
    Monitoring Cells
    Macro Diversity
    Handovers
    RNS Relocation
    Power Control
    Admission Control
    Load Control
    Packet Scheduling Functions

  • User Equipment
    UE Architecture - USIM, ME and TE
    UE requirements and examples
    Power classes
    3G service concepts
    Service capability
    QoS categorisation
    QoS implementation in 3G networks
    Qos classes
    Streaming class examples

  • Annex
    A comprehensive glossary of UMTS terms and abbreviations

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Provider & Location   SCN Ltd: Blandford Forum, Dorset
Charges Tuition Fee:  None
Administration and Processing Fee:  £15.00
Daily Charge:  £100.00 + VAT @ 17.5%
Duration 2 days