Fundamentals of cellular communication evolution from 1G to 5G.
Key features, advantages, and goals of 5G technology.
Comparison with previous generations (2G, 3G, 4G) and their limitations.
5G Network Architecture:
Detailed understanding of the 5G network architecture, including core network, radio access network (RAN), and user equipment.
The role and functions of various components like gNB (5G New Radio Base Station), NG-RAN (Next-Generation RAN), and core network elements like AMF (Access and Mobility Management Function), SMF (Session Management Function), etc.
5G Radio Access Technologies:
Overview of new radio access technologies and features introduced in 5G, such as massive MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output), beamforming, and millimeter-wave spectrum utilization.
Understanding spectrum bands used in 5G, including sub-6 GHz and mmWave.
Network Slicing and Virtualization:
Explanation of network slicing as a key concept in 5G, allowing multiple logical networks to be created on a shared physical infrastructure.
Virtualization technologies like NFV (Network Function Virtualization) and SDN (Software-Defined Networking) in the context of 5G networks.
5G Use Cases and Applications:
Exploration of various potential use cases of 5G technology across different industries (e.g., healthcare, automotive, manufacturing, entertainment) including IoT (Internet of Things), AR/VR, ultra-reliable low-latency communications (URLLC), and enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB).
Security and Privacy in 5G Networks:
Understanding the security challenges and solutions specific to 5G networks, including encryption, authentication mechanisms, and privacy concerns associated with massive connectivity.
Lab Sessions and Hands-on Practice:
Some courses might offer practical sessions or lab exercises involving simulation tools or access to test environments to understand and experience the configuration and deployment of 5G networks.
Standards and Regulatory Aspects:
Overview of the standardization bodies (like 3GPP) and the regulatory aspects associated with 5G technology deployment globally.
