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Principles and Technologies of 5G Mobile Networks

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Principles and Technologies of 5G Mobile Networks

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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7 hours to complete

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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7 hours to complete

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There are 3 modules in this course

This 3 week course is designed for telecommunications engineers. Learners will first gain an overview of 5G mobile networks, including the fundamental principles, key technologies, and advancements over previous generations. Then, learners will explore the basic architecture of 5G networks, network slicing, and the different types of 5G network deployments. Lastly, learners will discover the fundamental technologies that drive the extraordinary capabilities of 5G networks.

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In this module, we'll have a comprehensive overview of 5G mobile networks. We will cover fundamental principles, key technologies, and advancements over previous generations. This module will give you the basic technical knowledge needed to understand the more advanced concepts in subsequent courses.

What's included

5 videos5 readings3 assignments4 plugins

5 videosTotal 27 minutes

Course Introduction2 minutes
The Evolution of Mobile Networks from 1G to 4G5 minutes
The Fundamental Principles of 5G7 minutes
5G's Advanced Capabilities5 minutes
5G and IoT: Connecting and Impacting Sectors8 minutes

5 readingsTotal 35 minutes

Course Syllabus10 minutes
5G Unleashed: The Technologies, Architectures, and Strategies Transforming Connectivity10 minutes
From Brick Phones to Smart Networks: How 5G Changed Mobile Connectivity5 minutes
What is 5G?5 minutes
5G Unleashed: The Rise of the Fifth Generation5 minutes

3 assignmentsTotal 45 minutes

Exam: The Landscape of 5G Mobile Networks25 minutes
The Evolution of Mobile Networks10 minutes
Quiz: Fundamentals of 5G Technology10 minutes

4 pluginsTotal 50 minutes

1st Generation to 4th Generation Networks5 minutes
5G - The 3 Fundamental Pillars (recap)15 minutes
4G vs 5G15 minutes
The Advanced Capabilities of 5G15 minutes

This module covers 5G network architecture, including core and RAN components, optimizing latency, spectrum, and network slicing. Learners will explore the different types of 5G network deployments, small cells in 5G, and the role of SDN in 5G.

What's included

7 videos2 readings3 assignments2 plugins

7 videosTotal 36 minutes

Core and RAN Components in 5G Network Architecture4 minutes
5G Network Architecture: Optimize Latency, Spectrum, and Network Slicing6 minutes
Types of 5G Deployments: Standalone vs Non-standalone6 minutes
Network Slicing7 minutes
5G Network Architecture5 minutes
The Role of Small Cells in 5G3 minutes
The Role of SDN in 5G Networks5 minutes

2 readingsTotal 15 minutes

5G Network Architecture5 minutes
Building the Fabric of 5G10 minutes

3 assignmentsTotal 50 minutes

Exam: The Architecture of 5G Networks30 minutes
Quiz: An Overview of 5G Network Architecture10 minutes
Quiz: Designing a 5G Network10 minutes

2 pluginsTotal 30 minutes

Network Architecture of 5G Networks15 minutes
5G's Layered Structure15 minutes

In this module, you'll gain an in-depth understanding of the fundamental technologies that drive the extraordinary capabilities of 5G networks. We will explore MIMO and beamforming in 5G, including Massive MIMO. We will also delve into Millimeter waves, AI and Machine Learning, and Edge Computing.