4G / LTE Radio Planning and Optimisation

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1 4G / LTE Radio Planning and Optimisation Format: Distance Learning (Blended) Duration: 3 Month (3 Modules) Course Highlights Highly focused and in-depth training from the experts - including relevant updates from Informa s extensive research team Final assessment for: Informa Certified LTE Radio Planning & Optimisation Professional PACE-enabled training to ensure ideas and techniques are consolidated and applied Tutors and programme directors that are experts, industry experienced, and highly accomplished training professionals Specific training outcomes and competency development designed to maximise value to you and your organisation Telephone: +44 (0) training@telecomsacademy.com

2 Course Summary This in-depth LTE Radio Planning programme significantly improves the participants understanding of the issues and techniques used to effectively plan an efficient and advanced 4G cellular network. This assessed course is split into 3 comprehensive modules, each lasting 4 weeks, and incorporating extensive courseware, live tutor-led webinars, exercises, self-test assessments, and hands-on planning simulations using an industry-leading radio planning tool - Mentum Planet from InfoVista. Module 1 looks at the LTE Air Interface, including an in-depth look at the OFDMA Physical Layer and the techniques that are used to maximise LTE radio performance and planning efficiency when compared to previous cellular technologies. Layer 2 and relevant procedures are also looked at. Module 2 explores LTE radio planning techniques, including the planning process, propagation modelling, link budgets, antenna techniques, radio KPIs, coverage and capacity planning, and hands -on planning simulation using the software tool. Module 3 looks at techniques and technologies that further improve the performance of LTE networks - radio network optimisation, mobility and interworking optimisation, LTE Advanced features, and LTE planning in a small cells / HetNets environment. This module also incorporates hands-on optimisation using the software tool. Learning with PACE Preparation, Application, Consolidation, Experience We use blended learning techniques to ensure participants progress at a good pace through highly informative and comprehensive courseware, that incorporates: Live on Web Tutorials & Webinars Consolidate each Module High Quality Colour Course Manuals Self-test assessments to check progress, learning and understanding A series of exercises designed to apply the concepts to real life examples throughout the modules Hands-on Experience of the Industry-Leading Info- Vista Mentum Planet Planning Tool; Solve a Real-Life Planning Requirement Using Real Data LTE Planning and Small Cells Planning Modules Additional Webinars (Live and Recorded) covering related technologies Access to the Virtual Campus Resources Assessed! EXERCISE: Planning a Practical, Advanced, Cellular Network Integral part of the programme Builds-in all relevant LTE / 4G cellular planning techniques Hands-on Comprehensive Uses the Mentum Planet Planning and Optimisation Tool for real-life planning experience Copyright Informa Telecoms & Media 2

3 Outcomes and Competency Development Participants will develop or be able to: Confidently and effectively plan an efficient 4G / LTE Radio network Contribute much more effectively to radio planning and deployment debate and decisions-making within the organisation Evaluate implementation options for deploying 4G / LTE radio networks - either in green-field scenarios, or as part of an existing multi-rat (Radio Access Technology) system Use to full advantage, the benefits and increased radio performance that 4G / LTE brings to the cellular operator in various scenarios - e.g. different spectrum allocations, terrain characteristics, user densities and profiles, deployment options, operating modes, and indoor/outdoor situations Develop radio network solutions in a more holistic way - using the in-built flexibility of the 4G network to design efficient multi-rat and Het-Net solutions A solid foundation in the advanced (and in the main, optional) radio features of LTE Advanced, and how they can, and should, be used to maximise efficiency and overall Return on Investment (ROI) Improved confidence to use advanced radio-planning tools in order to maximise efficiency in the radio planning process Above all, make decisions on technology implementation and procurement that are commercially viable, minimise risk, and in line with the strategy and goals of the wider organization Assessment - Informa Certified LTE Radio Planning & Optimisation Professional The final Test will comprise: Multiple-Choice Test (On-Line) Comprehensive LTE Radio Planning Exercise Local Invigilation by your Training / HR Manager Our Tutors We only use trainers and programme directors that satisfy the following three criteria: Experts in their field High level of Industry Experience Expert facilitators and training professionals All our trainers have undergone a rigorous selection process and are subject to continuous monitoring and evaluation. Each trainer is accredited for specific courses or topic areas. Whether engineers or business experts, all our trainers are required to continue their own development within their specialist areas, and to broaden their Industry view of trends, best practice and technology. This is achieved by our on-going work with many tier 1 operators and vendors, and by full exposure to Informa Telecoms & Media research and world-wide events. Sample biographies for some of our trainers can be found here: Copyright Informa Telecoms & Media 3

4 Course Content The LTE Air Interface Overview of the 3GPP Architecture LTE Performance Objectives SAE/EPC Overview Network Interfaces and Protocols LTE Interworking with UMTS/GPRS/ WiFi LTE Protocol Stack Overview The Physical Layer Why OFDMA for LTE Sub-Carriers & the Frequency Domain Symbols and the Time Domain Resource Blocks and Resource Allocations Logical, transport & Physical Channels LTE Layer 2 Medium Access Control (MAC) Radio Link Control (RLC) Radio Resource Control (RRC) The Packet Data Protocol (PDCP) RRC Messages and Procedures Basic LTE Message Flows and Procedures Exercises: LTE Radio Concepts & Techniques LTE Radio Network Planning Review of Wireless Principles and Propagation Radio Principles Spectrum and Propagation Modulation and Coding Antenna Systems Antenna Theory SISO, MISO and MIMO MIMO Gains and Performance Link Budgeting Link Budget Definitions Link Budget Variables Defining and Calculating Margins for Planning MAPL Calculations Propagation Models Free Space Loss Model Empirical Models Okumura-Hata, COST 231 Distance Calculations - Pathloss Models Radio Interface KPIs RSRP RSSI RSRQ Capacity Planning for LTE Calculating Cell capacity for LTE Accounting for Overheads in LTE Determining Average BH Capacity Building Subscriber Profiles for Network Dimensioning Using Software for Network Planning Examples of Common Software Tools Data and Models required for Software Based Planning Analysing Outputs from Software Exercises: Including hands-on planning experience using the Mentum Planet planning tool from InfoVista Maximising Performance & Efficiency Network Optimisation Optimising the Radio Network Performance KPIs Optimisation Goals Antenna Orientations and Optimisation Optimising Mobility Idle Mode Procedures and Mobility Connected Mode Procedures & Mobility LTE Advanced IMT Advanced Definition LTE Advanced Features Carrier Aggregation MIMO Relays CoMP Small Cells and HetNets Small Cell Definitions Small Cell Performance Challenges for Small Cells Managing Interference in Small cells Defining HetNets Managing HetNets Exercises: Including hands-on optimisation experience using the Mentum Planet planning tool from InfoVista Copyright Informa Telecoms & Media 4

5 Enhanced Learning The enhanced Learning Experience includes a range of features designed to ensure the overall programme is as effective as possible- keeping you progressing and engaged throughout: Copyright Informa Telecoms & Media 5

6 Customisation and Delivery Options We can customise your company-specific programme to incorporate or focus on a range of topic areas. We also have a number of delivery options available: Classroom (face-to-face) - Take a course off the shelf or work with us to produce a customised programme to meet your exact needs. Live on Web - Get the benefits of high quality, interactive instructor led training online without the associated travel costs Distance Learning - Study at your own pace with our range of fully supported and university accredited distance learning programmes On-Line Learning Modules Produced to a very high standard, the pre-developed modules are accessed on-line and are highly cost-effective.. Blended Training - Allows you to build programmes that are engaging, interactive and keep participants motivated and progressing On-going Competency Development - Maximise the training through a range of competency development and assessment tools PACE Enabled Our programmes are PACE Enabled a training method that optimises both training value and student engagement. It delivers highly efficient competency development that is focused squarely on practical application in the work place. It is simple in concept and comprises four key elements; Preparation Pre-course preparation in order to hit the ground running Application Applied Learning that focuses on practical application in order to maximise both training value and student engagement Consolidation Post-course continuing competency development, access to resources, access to tutors and on-going support Experience An outstanding end-to-end training experience designed to develop competences as effectively as possible Telecoms Academy Structure Our training programmes are delivered worldwide as part of the training and development plans of many of the largest operators, vendors, and service providers. The programmes cover a wide range of competency development requirements. To ensure we meet the training needs of the industry as effectively as possible, we operate three schools: School of Telecoms Management Business training tailored to the telecoms industry, ranging from the intensive 5-day Telecoms Mini MBA to specialist leadership and marketing training. School of Advanced Communication Technologies Covering a multitude of technologies, including the very latest, these courses range from overviews aimed at nontechnical staff to in-depth engineering training. Distance Leaning Our comprehensive suite of Distance Learning programmes provide an excellent opportunity to expand knowledge and build confidence. University Accreditation Some of our programmes have been accredited by, and are offered in partnership with the University of Derby Corporate; a UK-based university highly acclaimed in the area of employer engagement. They are at the forefront of the drive to integrate highly focused industry -led training with the academic rigor and quality control of university-based education. Our comprehensive Advanced Telecoms Management Series (ATMS) have been accredited at Level 7 (Post- Graduate), with most of our extensive suite of Distance Learning at Level 4 (Undergraduate Level). Although accreditation is specific to these programmes, the work we do with the University of Derby enable us to develop and apply best practice across our portfolio. Further Details training@telecomsacademy.com +44 (0) Informa Telecoms Academy Mortimer Street London W1T 3JH United Kingdom Copyright Informa Telecoms & Media 6