Global Certificate in Mobile Network Infrastructure
-- viewing nowThe Global Certificate in Mobile Network Infrastructure is a comprehensive course designed to meet the growing industry demand for experts in mobile network technology. This certificate program emphasizes the importance of understanding and implementing mobile network infrastructure, including 4G, 5G, and beyond.
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• Mobile Network Standards and Specifications – Introduction to 3GPP, 4G (LTE), 5G NR, and other mobile network standards; Physical Layer aspects, Network Architecture, and Interfaces.
• Fundamentals of Radio Access Network (RAN) – Cellular architecture, Base Station Subsystem (BSS), NodeB/eNodeB, and Radio Network Controller (RNC); basics of radio transmission & reception, frequency reuse, and channel allocation.
• Core Network Components – MSC, HLR, VLR, GMSC, SGSN, GGSN, MME, and S-GW; description of their functions and interfaces.
• IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) – Overview, components, and architecture; IMS services, applications, and protocols.
• Packet Core Network and Data Transmission – GPRS Tunneling Protocol (GTP), PDN Gateway (PGW), Serving Gateway (SGW), and Packet Data Network (PDN); data transmission and charging models.
• Security in Mobile Network Infrastructure – Security threats, encryption, authentication, and authorization; overview of 3GPP security mechanisms and protocols.
• Mobile Network Planning and Optimization – Drive testing, network simulation, and optimization techniques; coverage planning, capacity planning, and parameter optimization.
• Virtualization and Software-Defined Networking – Network Functions Virtualization (NFV), Software-Defined Networking (SDN), and Mobile Edge Computing (MEC); principles, architecture, and use cases.
• 5G Network Slicing and Multi-access Edge Computing – Overview, architecture, and deployment scenarios; network slicing, orchestration, and management.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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