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5G Network Architecture and Protocols

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5G Network Architecture and Protocols

This course is part of 5G Mobile Networks Specialization

Instructor: LearnQuest Network

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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Intermediate level

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9 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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Intermediate level

Recommended experience

9 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

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Taught in English

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There are 3 modules in this course

This course is designed for telecommunication engineers proficient in 3G and 4G technologies. It delves into the specifics of 5G network architecture and protocols, offering a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical insights. Participants will delve into the key components, network elements, and protocols that empower the next-generation mobile communication landscape.

Module 1 explores 5G Network Design and Components, including 5G network architecture, 5G RAN, core network architecture and interfaces, and key components that make up 5G networks. Module 2 delves into 5G protocols and how those protocols are applied in network design, starting with a comparison of 4G and 5G protocols, then delving into interfaces and protocols specific to those interfaces. Module 3 offers an overview of the advanced 5G technologies like beamforming and MIMO, and how to apply them in network design.

Module details

This module is designed to provide Telecommunication Engineers with a comprehensive overview of the key components of 5G mobile networks, including 5G network architecture and topology. It is designed to give learners key knowledge they need to understand concept and role of network slicing.

What's included

9 videos6 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt2 plugins

9 videosTotal 55 minutes

Course Introduction2 minutes
5G RAN Technology in 5G7 minutes
Core Network Architecture and Interfaces4 minutes
Control Plane Network Functions9 minutes
Distributed Cloud Network Architecture6 minutes
How 5G Components Contribute to Network Performance8 minutes
Distributed Architecture, Radio Units, and 5GC7 minutes
Principles and Best Practices for Macro and Small Cells6 minutes
Network Slicing Use Cases5 minutes

6 readingsTotal 60 minutes

Course Syllabus10 minutes
Building Tomorrow: Mastering 5G Network Architecture and Protocols10 minutes
The Building Blocks of 5G10 minutes
5G Technology and Networks10 minutes
The Wired Guide to 5G10 minutes
Building Tomorrow: The Foundations of the Future10 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 65 minutes

Quiz: Core Components of 5G Networks15 minutes
Quiz: Designing 5G Networks15 minutes
Exam Prep: 5G Network Design and Components5 minutes
Exam: 5G Network Design and Components30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

5G Networks and Architectures10 minutes

2 pluginsTotal 30 minutes

5G Network Architecture15 minutes
Macro Cells and Small Cells15 minutes

This module is designed to provide learners with an overview of the 5G protocols and how to apply those protocols in network design.

What's included

7 videos3 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt2 plugins

7 videosTotal 46 minutes

Comparing 4G and 5G Protocols7 minutes
5G Network Interfaces and Protocols7 minutes
5G Network Layers7 minutes
Interfaces and Protocols8 minutes
F1, E1, and Xn Interfaces and Protocols6 minutes
SBIs and Mechanisms5 minutes
NRF and the SBI Protocol Stack6 minutes

3 readingsTotal 30 minutes

5G Networks: A Comprehensive Cheat Sheet10 minutes
5G Core Network Architecture10 minutes
Building Tomorrow: The Protocol Puzzle10 minutes

4 assignmentsTotal 65 minutes

Quiz: Overview of 5G Protocols and Standards15 minutes
Quiz: Applying 5G Protocols in Network Design15 minutes
Exam Prep: Protocols and Standards for 5G Networks5 minutes
Exam: Protocols and Standards for 5G Networks30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

5G Protocols and Interfaces10 minutes

2 pluginsTotal 30 minutes

Protocols and Interfaces15 minutes
Request-Response and Subscribe-Notify Mechanisms15 minutes

This module is designed to provide learners with an overview of the advanced 5G protocols such as beamforming and MIMO, and how to apply those protocols in network design.