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coursera 5g

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A technical course on 5G via Coursera could encompass the following topics:

  1. Introduction to Wireless Communication Systems: This section may cover the evolution of wireless technologies, starting from 1G to the latest 5G networks. It may explain the fundamental concepts, such as modulation techniques, multiple access schemes, and the OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) model.
  2. Fundamentals of 5G Technology: This section delves deeper into the foundational principles of 5G networks. Topics might include massive MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output), beamforming, millimeter-wave communications, and the use of small cells.
  3. 5G Architecture and Protocols: This section would likely cover the overall architecture of a 5G network, including the core network (5GC) and radio access network (RAN). It might explain the functionalities of various network elements, such as gNBs (5G base stations), AMF (Access and Mobility Management Function), SMF (Session Management Function), etc. Moreover, protocols like HTTP/2, QUIC, and protocols used in 5G core networks like HTTP/2-based User Plane Function (UPF) might also be discussed.
  4. Spectrum and Radio Resource Management: Detailed insights into spectrum bands used in 5G, including low-band, mid-band, and high-band frequencies (mmWave). Additionally, discussions about how radio resources are allocated efficiently using techniques like Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS) and Carrier Aggregation (CA).
  5. Advanced 5G Technologies: This section could cover advanced topics like network slicing, IoT (Internet of Things) support in 5G, vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication, and ultra-reliable low-latency communication (URLLC).
  6. Security and Privacy in 5G Networks: Understanding the security challenges in 5G networks, encryption techniques, authentication mechanisms, and privacy concerns related to the vast amount of data transferred.
  7. Use Cases and Applications: Exploration of various use cases where 5G technology can be applied, such as enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB), massive machine-type communications (mMTC), and mission-critical communications.