This course provides a complete technical foundation in the 4G ecosystem covering both the core network and the air interface. This includes core network components and procedures, air interface basics and security procedures. Also explained is the process of attaching to the PLMN and setting up the necessary session for data and voice access when authentication is complete.
Anyone working in mobile telecommunications
Mobile communications demystified
1 day
The eNodeB
The role of the Mobility Management Entity
System Architecture Evolution (SAE) equipment
The Serving Gateway (SGW)
The Packet Data Network Gateway (PDNGW)
The Policy & Charging Rules Function (PCRF)
The Home Subscriber Server (HSS)
Basic principles of OFDMA
Configuration of the Air Interface
LTE radio frames
Sub frames & slots
Resource blocks
Resource grid configuration
The cyclic prefix
Initial attach requests
Authentication procedures
Temporary identities from MME & eNodeB
Tracking areas
Default EPS bearer setup
Dedicated EPS bearer requirements
QoS support
Voice support
Circuit-Switched FallBack (CSFB)
VoLTE solutions
IMS
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This structured course uses Instructor Led Training to provide the best possible learning experience. Small class sizes ensure students benefit from our engaging and interactive style of teaching with delegates encouraged to ask questions throughout the course. Quizzes follow each major section allowing checking of learning.