5G Technology

Introduction

This book will introduce 5G technology and the key components that make up today’s 5G networks. Participants will learn about the basics of wireless network communications, how radio frequency impacts network performance, and how 4G and 5G differ from each other. This book is designed for individuals who do not have a background in engineering or networking. By the end of the book, users should be able to identify the various components of a 5G network, understand why they are important, and begin to use 5G technology in their daily lives.

In this training course we will cover:

1. The Basics of Wireless Network Communications – How networks communicate using radio frequency signals
2. RF Fundamentals – Key concepts related to radio frequency (RF) propagation
3. 4G vs. 5G – Comparing and contrasting 4G and 5G technologies
4. Use Cases for 5G Networks – Identifying examples of applications where 5G can be used effectively
5. Security Considerations for Deploying a 5G Network – An overview on security considerations when deploying a 5G network

By completing this training course, you will gain an understanding of how wireless communication works, what makes up a modern-day 5g network, how it is different from previous-gen technologies (like 4g), as well as some key considerations necessary when deploying one.

Objectives:

Overview: This book will provide a comprehensive overview of 5G technology, its applications and its potential impact on consumers, businesses, and industry.

At the end of this book, participants should be able to:

• Understand what 5G technology is and how it works
• Identify the key components of a 5G network, including radio access technologies (RATs) and services infrastructure
• Explain the advantages of 5G over existing wireless technologies
• Describe the methods used to deploy 5G networks in an efficient manner
• Evaluate innovative use cases that can be enabled by 5G networks

Course outlines

Module 1: Introduction to 5G Technology Concepts 

• Overview of 5th Generation wireless communications systems (5GC) and their components
• Explanation of key features such as ultra-low latency and massive data throughput
• 4G vs. 5G – Comparing and contrasting 4G and 5G technologies
• Types of Radio Access Technologies (RATs) for implementing a mobile network (4G vs. LTE vs. WiMax vs. mmWave)
• Interference management techniques like beamforming and carrier aggregation
• The Basics of Wireless Network Communications – How networks communicate using radio frequency signals
• Use Cases for 5G Networks – Identifying examples of applications where 5G can be used effectively

 Module 2: Architectural Design Considerations for Deploying 5G Networks.

• Deployment scenarios including coverage area, capacity planning & mobility/handover support
• Capacity & QoS issues related to multiplexing & other scheduling algorithms
• Design considerations for delivering improved user experience with better connectivity & improved bandwidth usage

 Module 3: Network Infrastructure for Implementing 5GC Platforms.

• Network slicing & virtualization capabilities for operators to enable effective service delivery
• Network management concepts such as SDN & NFV in the context of deploying a robust network architecture
• NFV architectures employed in cloud computing platforms such as Open Stack or Cloud Foundry

Module 4: Advanced Topics in Wireless Communications Network Management

• Integration & control between multiple radio access technologies during handovers •Security considerations related to IMSI catcher attacks & encryption protocols •Information theory-based optimization techniques such as coding theory, entropy coding

Module 5: Innovative Applications Enabled by Fifth Generation Networks     

• Healthcare applications leveraging wearable devices via edge computing
• Smart transportation using vehicle-to-vehicle communication
• Industry automation using Industrial Internet of Things

Module 6: Practical Application Oriented Workshop

• An overview on security considerations when deploying a 5G network
• Firsthand workshop on design considerations for deploying various components needed for successful rollout of a fifth-generation network.
• Security Considerations for Deploying a 5G Network

Module 7: RF Fundamentals

Key concepts related to radio frequency (RF) propagation.

Module 8: Exams and Certification