Principles and Technologies of 5G Mobile Networks

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Principles and Technologies of 5G Mobile Networks

This course is part of 5G Mobile Networks Specialization

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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There are 3 modules in this course

This 3 week course is designed for telecommunications engineers. Learners will first gain an overview of 5G mobile networks, including the fundamental principles, key technologies, and advancements over previous generations. Then, learners will explore the basic architecture of 5G networks, network slicing, and the different types of 5G network deployments. Lastly, learners will discover the fundamental technologies that drive the extraordinary capabilities of 5G networks.

In this module, we'll have a comprehensive overview of 5G mobile networks. We will cover fundamental principles, key technologies, and advancements over previous generations. This module will give you the basic technical knowledge needed to understand the more advanced concepts in subsequent courses.

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5 videos5 readings3 assignments4 plugins

5 videos Total 27 minutes

Course Introduction 2 minutes
The Evolution of Mobile Networks from 1G to 4G 5 minutes
The Fundamental Principles of 5G 7 minutes
5G's Advanced Capabilities 5 minutes
5G and IoT: Connecting and Impacting Sectors 8 minutes

5 readings Total 35 minutes

Course Syllabus 10 minutes
5G Unleashed: The Technologies, Architectures, and Strategies Transforming Connectivity 10 minutes
From Brick Phones to Smart Networks: How 5G Changed Mobile Connectivity 5 minutes
What is 5G? 5 minutes
5G Unleashed: The Rise of the Fifth Generation 5 minutes

3 assignments Total 45 minutes

Exam: The Landscape of 5G Mobile Networks 25 minutes
The Evolution of Mobile Networks 10 minutes
Quiz: Fundamentals of 5G Technology 10 minutes

4 plugins Total 50 minutes

1st Generation to 4th Generation Networks 5 minutes
5G - The 3 Fundamental Pillars (recap) 15 minutes
4G vs 5G 15 minutes
The Advanced Capabilities of 5G 15 minutes

This module covers 5G network architecture, including core and RAN components, optimizing latency, spectrum, and network slicing. Learners will explore the different types of 5G network deployments, small cells in 5G, and the role of SDN in 5G.

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7 videos2 readings3 assignments2 plugins

7 videos Total 36 minutes

Core and RAN Components in 5G Network Architecture 4 minutes
5G Network Architecture: Optimize Latency, Spectrum, and Network Slicing 6 minutes
Types of 5G Deployments: Standalone vs Non-standalone 6 minutes
Network Slicing 7 minutes
5G Network Architecture 5 minutes
The Role of Small Cells in 5G 3 minutes
The Role of SDN in 5G Networks 5 minutes

2 readings Total 15 minutes

5G Network Architecture 5 minutes
Building the Fabric of 5G 10 minutes

3 assignments Total 50 minutes

Exam: The Architecture of 5G Networks 30 minutes
Quiz: An Overview of 5G Network Architecture 10 minutes
Quiz: Designing a 5G Network 10 minutes

2 plugins Total 30 minutes

Network Architecture of 5G Networks 15 minutes
5G's Layered Structure 15 minutes

In this module, you'll gain an in-depth understanding of the fundamental technologies that drive the extraordinary capabilities of 5G networks. We will explore MIMO and beamforming in 5G, including Massive MIMO. We will also delve into Millimeter waves, AI and Machine Learning, and Edge Computing.

What's included

7 videos3 readings3 assignments2 plugins

7 videos Total 34 minutes

MIMO in 5G Networks 7 minutes
Introduction to Massive MIMO 5 minutes
Millimeter Waves in 5G 8 minutes
AI and Machine Learning in 5G Networks 5 minutes
Edge Computing in 5G Networks 4 minutes
The Future of 5G: Emerging Trends and Technologies 4 minutes
Course Completion 1 minute

3 readings Total 15 minutes

How Massive MIMO Supercharges 5G 5 minutes
The Future of 5G 5 minutes
5G Unleashed: The Engines of Innovation 5 minutes

3 assignments Total 55 minutes

Exam: Key Technologies Powering 5G 30 minutes
Quiz: MIMO and Beamforming in 5G 10 minutes
Quiz: Millimeter Waves, AI, and Edge Computing in 5G 15 minutes

2 plugins Total 30 minutes

MIMO vs Massive MIMO 15 minutes
mmWaves, AI, ML, and Edge Computing 15 minutes

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