WCDMA RAN W13 Training Programs. Catalog of Course Descriptions

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1 WCDMA RAN W13 Training Programs Catalog of Course Descriptions

2 Catalog of Course Descriptions INTRODUCTION... 4 WCDMA RAN W13 DELTA... 5 CPP NODE FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS... 7 ERICSSON WCDMA SYSTEM OVERVIEW SMARTPHONE IMPACT ON WCDMA RAN WCDMA RAN W13 ACCESS TRANSPORT NETWORK DESIGN WCDMA RAN W13 DESIGN WCDMA RAN W13 FUNCTIONALITY WCDMA RAN W13 NODE B COMMISSIONING WCDMA RAN W13 OPERATION WCDMA RAN W13 QUALITY OF SERVICE WCDMA RAN W13 RNC 3820 CONFIGURATION WCDMA RAN W13 RXI 821/861 OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION WCDMA RAN W13 TRANSPORT NETWORK SYSTEM TECHNIQUES WCDMA RAN W13 TROUBLESHOOTING WCDMA W13 AIR INTERFACE /03819-FAP Uae Rev: B Commercial in Confidence 2

3 WCDMA RAN W13 PROTOCOLS AND PROCEDURES ERICSSON WCDMA W13 HSPA SYSTEM TECHNIQUES WCDMA RAN W13 INITIAL TUNING WCDMA RAN W13 PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND OPTIMIZATION WCDMA RAN EVO-C 8200 CONFIGURATION WCDMA RAN RNC 3820 TO EVO-C 8200 CONFIGURATION, DELTA WCDMA RAN EVO-C 8200 TROUBLESHOOTING LTE RBS 6202 FIELD MAINTENANCE RBS 6000 OVERVIEW WCDMA RAN W12 IP TRANSPORT NETWORK DESIGN WCDMA RAN HSPA OPTIMIZATION WCDMA RBS 6101 FIELD MAINTENANCE WCDMA RBS 6102 FIELD MAINTENANCE WCDMA RBS 6201 FIELD MAINTENANCE WCDMA RBS 6601 FIELD MAINTENANCE /03819-FAP Uae Rev: B Commercial in Confidence 3

4 Introduction Ericsson has developed a comprehensive Training Programs service to satisfy the competence needs of our customers, from exploring new business opportunities to expertise required for operating a network. The Training Programs service is delineated into packages that have been developed to offer clearly defined, yet flexible training to target system and technology areas. Each package is divided into flows, to target specific functional areas within your organization for optimal benefits. Service delivery is supported using various delivery methods including: Icon Delivery Method Instructor Led Training (ILT) LIV Virtual Classroom Training (VCT) elearning (WBL) Workshop (WS) Short Article (SA) Structured Knowledge Transfer (SKT) mlearning Job duty analysis (JDA) Competence GAP Analysis (CGA) 298/03819-FAP Uae Rev: B Commercial in Confidence 4

5 WCDMA RAN W13 Delta LZU R2A Description How has the Ericsson WCDMA RAN been improved with the W13A and W13B releases? What new features have been introduced and what are the enhancements to the existing features? What new parameters and counters have been introduced to support these new features and how have the existing parameters and counters been modified? What new hardware is available in the W13A and W13B RAN? This WCDMA RAN W13 Delta course explains the new features, parameters, counters and hardware in the W13A and W13B WCDMA RAN. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Give an overview of the W13A and W13B Software Releases 1.1 Describe the challenges facing Mobile Operators in List the highlights of the W13A and W13B Software Releases 1.3 Describe the Basic Features included in the W13A and W13B Software Releases 2 Explain the impact of W13A and W13B on the RNC 2.1 Describe the new W13A and W13B RNC optional features 2.2 Explain the enhancements to existing RNC optional features in W13A and W13B 3 Explain the impact of W13A and W13B on the RBS 3.1 Describe the new W13A and W13B RBS optional features 3.2 Explain the enhancements to existing RBS optional features in W13A and W13B 4 Explain how LTE interoperability is supported in the W13B WCDMA RAN 4.1 Explain how WCDMA to LTE Cell Reselection is performed 4.2 Describe the operation of CS Fallback from LTE to WCDMA 4.3 Explain Single Radio Voice Call Continuity from LTE to WCDMA 4.4 Explain the operation of Release with Redirect to LTE in W13B Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineer, Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, Field Technician

6 Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: The participants should be familiar with the operation of both Ericsson WCDMA Radio and Transport Networks. They should also have an understanding of the W12 HSPA, transport and radio functionality from the following courses or other sources: WCDMA RAN W12 Air Interface, LZU WCDMA RAN W12 Functionality, LZU Ericsson WCDMA W12 HSPA System Techniques, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation The course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 W13 Introduction and Basic Features 3 hours W13 RNC Optional Features 3 hours 2 W13 RBS Optional Features 4 hours W13 WCDMA/LTE Interworking Features 2 hours 298/03819-FAP Uae Rev: B Commercial in Confidence 6

7 CPP Node Features and Functions LZU R14A Description Ericsson s WCDMA Radio Access Network (RAN) nodes, namely the RNC, RBS and RXIand the Mobile Media Gateway (M-MGw) are based on Connectivity Packet Platform (CPP). This course is designed to get an overview of the CPP, the functions of CPP-based nodes, as well as relating the functionality of each CPP node to the boards in that node. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 List the Connectivity Packet Platform nodes in the GSM and WCDMA network 1.1 List the data rates supported by the main mobile access technologies 1.2 Explain on an overview level the function of the following WCDMA CPP nodes: M- MGw, RNC, RBS and RXI 1.3 Explain the difference between IP/Ethernet and ATM as transport options in the WCDMA RAN 1.4 List the main interfaces in the WCDMA RAN where IP/Ethernet can be used as an alternative to ATM 2 Understand the major concepts related to the Connectivity Packet Platform 2.1 Explain on an overview level the Connectivity Packet Platform (CPP) hardware 2.2 Explain the processor hierarchy in a CPP node 2.3 List the function, features and capacity of the General purpose Processor Board (GPB) 2.4 List the function, features and capacity of the Switch Core Board (SCB) and Switch Extension Board (SXB) and the Common Main Switch (CMX) Board 2.5 List the function, features and capacity of the ET-MC1, ET-M3, ET-M4, ET-MF4, ET- MC41, ET-MF41, ET-MFG, ET-MFX and ET-IPG Boards 2.6 List the function, features and capacity of the Timing Unit Board 3 Explain on overview level the features and functions of the M-MGw 3.1 List the M-MGw roles 3.2 List the M-MGw specific boards 3.3 List and explain at an overview level the Media Stream Functions in the M-MGw 3.4 Explain on an overview level the M-MGw Modules and hardware configurations 4 Explain on overview level the features and functions of a WCDMA-RNC 4.1 Explain the role of the RNC in the Core Network connectivity

8 4.2 Explain the role of the RNC in mobility scenarios 4.3 List the RNC Specific boards 4.4 Explain the concept of the RNC Module 4.5 Explain the RNC hardware configuration for RNC Explain on overview level the features and functions of a WCDMA-RBS 5.1 Explain the power control features in the RBS 5.2 Explain on overview level the High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) features 5.3 List the RBS 6000 Product family 5.4 List the RBS 6000 Specific hardware for WCDMA 6 Explain on overview level the features and functions of the RXI 6.1 List the RXI Product Family 6.2 List the transport network topologies where the RXI can be used 6.3 List and explain the ATM-services provided by RXI 6.4 Explain the hardware architecture of the RXI 820 and RXI Explain the hardware architecture of the RXI 821 and 861 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Field Technician, Service Engineer, System Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons and theoretical exercises given in a classroom environment. 298/03819-FAP Uae Rev: B Commercial in Confidence 8

9 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day 1 Topics in the course 3G Network Introduction Connectivity Packet Platform M-MGw Features and Functions RNC Features and Functions RBS 6000 Features and Functions RXI Features and Functions Estimated Time (hours) 1 hour 1.5 hours 1 hour 1 hour 1 hour 0.5 hour 298/03819-FAP Uae Rev: B Commercial in Confidence 9

10 Ericsson WCDMA System Overview LZU R14A Description Do you need to understand what 3rd generation systems are all about? Do you get lost when people talk about Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA) system? This course explains the purpose of the WCDMA Core, Radio, and Service Network Elements together with the standardization of the WCDMA access network. In addition, the participants will learn how Ericsson s mobile core network solution connects to external networks such as WCDMA Radio Access Networks, PSTN Networks, PABXs, IMS/VoIP networks or other Mobile Networks. The focus is on general principles rather than specific technical details. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Detail the nodes and interface in WCDMA Network 1.1 Explain the idea of the converged industries and the layered core network 1.2 Present the 3GPP network model, and Ericsson network 1.3 Explain on overview level the functionality of each node and its architecture 1.4 Show some statistics about WCDMA today and the market trend related to technology 2 Understand the standardization bodies involved in 3rd generation 2.1 Distinguish the Standardization bodies involved in the WCDMA Systems 2.2 Give in own words why standards are important in Telecommunications 2.3 Acknowledge what standardization bodies are, and what are their functions 2.4 Express the concept of full duplex communication and FDD. 2.5 State the frequency bands and systems chosen for the different areas 3 Explain on an overview level the Ericsson Mobile Core Network Solution 3.1 Explain on an overview level the architecture of the mobile core network 3.2 Describe the Mobile Softswitch Solution 3.3 Detail the architecture and functions of the MSC-Server and M-MGW 3.4 Describe the two nodes involved in the P.S, domain of the core network 3.5 Recall the transport domain, and the various transport technologies used 3.6 Describe interconnections and protocols in the C.S. and P.S. Domains 3.7 Identify the function of the main database nodes 3.8 Explain basic traffic cases in the Mobile Softswitch Solution

11 4 Explain the 3rd Generation Radio Access Network 4.1 Explain various access techniques 4.2 State the coding types used in WCDMA, and how they prevent interference in the uplink and downlink 4.3 Recognize the Importance of power control 4.4 List the different handover scenarios in terms of soft, softer and hard handover 4.5 Acknowledge the architecture of the Ericsson RAN Nodes RNC and RBS 4.6 Identify the basic principles of HSDPA and EUL 5 Detail the Network Services involved in WCDMA 5.1 Acknowledge the functions of the service layer 5.2 Detail various terminal technologies and platforms used 5.3 Identify the difference between Applications and enablers, and detail some of the more common enablers 5.4 Explain Mobile Positioning, MMS and Messaging Over IP 5.5 Acknowledge the architecture and operation of the IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineer, Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, Service Engineer, Field Technician, System Administrator, Application Developer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: The participants should be familiar with general telecom technologies. Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment. 298/03819-FAP Uae Rev: B Commercial in Confidence 11

12 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 Network Introduction 1 Standardization 1 Mobile Core Network Solution 4 2 Circuit Switched and Packet Switched traffic cases 1 WCDMA Radio Access Network Technology 4 Service Network and IP Multimedia 1 298/03819-FAP Uae Rev: B Commercial in Confidence 12

13 Smartphone Impact on WCDMA RAN LZU R4A Description The introduction of Smartphones represents a huge opportunity for increased revenue from subscribers but what is the impact of these phones on the WCDMA RAN? How does the traffic requirement of Smartphones differ from standard mobiles and USB dongles? How is WCDMA Radio Network dimensioning impacted by the introduction of Smartphones? How can the network be optimized to meet the requirements of Smartphones? In this Smartphone Impact on WCDM RAN course students will learn about the impact of Smartphones through various test cases from live Ericsson networks throughout the world. They will learn how the fast dormancy and bursty nature of Smartphones affects the performance and dimensioning of the WCDMA RAN. They will also learn how their own Network can be optimized to meet the requirements of Smartphones. Overall this course will teach Network Operators how to cope with all the challenges around the introduction of Smartphones into the WCDMA RAN. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the features that define a Smartphone 1.1 List the most common Smartphones and their operating systems 1.2 Describe the traffic demands of the various Smartphone applications 1.3 Explain Smartphone Burstyness and Fast Dormancy 2 Describe the impact of Smartphones on the WCDMA RAN 2.1 Explain how RNC MP load and paging intensity is impacted by Smartphones 2.2 Explain how RBS power and code consumption is impacted by Smartphones 2.3 Describe how Smartphone use of Multi-RABs affects Network performance 3 Describe the impact of Smartphones on Network Planning 3.1 Contrast RNC dimensioning for Smartphones with that for Data Cards 3.2 Perform RNC 3820 dimensioning for a Smartphone Network 3.3 Explain an alternative HSDPA capacity dimensioning method for Smartphones 4 Optimize the Network for best performance of Smartphones 4.1 Explain how uplink interference can be reduced in the WCDMA RAN 4.2 Optimize downlink power and code parameters for Smartphones. 5 Describe the Network Optional Features for Smartphones 5.1 Explain AQM based Congestion Control for HSDPA, and other features that improve EUL capacity and performance in W12

14 5.2 Describe the new W13A and W13B RNC optional features Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineer, Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer, System Engineer, Service Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: WCDMA W13 Air Interface, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Protocols and Procedures, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Functionality, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Performance Management and Optimization, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons and theoretical exercises given in a classroom environment. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day 1 Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) Introduction to Smartphones 1 Network Impact of Smartphones 1 Network Dimensioning for Smartphones 2 Network Optimization for Smartphones 1 Network Features for Smartphones 1 298/03819-FAP Uae Rev: B Commercial in Confidence 14

15 WCDMA RAN W13 Access Transport Network Design LZU R1A Description How can the WCDMA Access Network be dimensioned when very different types of services must be accommodated? With the introduction of High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA), Enhanced Uplink (EUL) and Multimedia Broadcast Multicast Service (MBMS) how can these demands be balanced with those of Circuit Switched and Release 99 (R99) Packet Services? How is link dimensioning performed using ATM and/or IP? What Node transmission capacity is required to meet the Network traffic demands? With the help of the WCDMA RAN W13 Access Network Design course the attendees will learn how Access Network design tasks are performed according to the latest Ericsson W13 guidelines. This new competence will be tested on sample dimensioning exercises using a PC, that cover R99, HSDPA, EUL and MBMS using ATM and IP. With the guidance of the instructor the mysteries of Access Transport Network design will be uncovered reducing wasted time back at work. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe the nodes and interfaces that make up the WCDMA Radio Access Network (RAN) 1.1 Define the WCDMA Access Transport Network design process 1.2 Describe the type of traffic carried by the WCDMA RAN interfaces 2 Explain the Radio Access Bearer (RAB) concept 2.1 Explain the difference between conversational, streaming, interactive and background traffic classes 2.2 List the RABs supported by Ericsson WCDMA RAN 2.3 Convert Circuit Switched (CS) traffic requirements from BHCA/MHT to me 2.4 Convert R99 Packet Switched (PS) traffic requirements from kbps to kbyte/h 2.5 Convert High Speed Packet Switched (HSxPA) traffic requirements from GByte/month to kbyte/bh 2.6 Calculate the Average Subscriber Traffic Profile for a given traffic requirement and subscriber numbers 3 Explain the ATM Functionality of WRAN Transport Network 3.1 Explain the difference between Plesiochronous Digital Hierarchy (PDH) and Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH)

16 3.2 Explain the basic ATM Cell structure and the ATM Service Categories used in the WCDMA RAN 3.3 Explain the operation of ATM Adaptation Layer 2 (AAL2) and how its Call Admission Control (CAC) handles class A, B, C and D traffic 3.4 Explain basic ATM topologies used in WCDMA RAN 3.5 List the ETBs that support ATM in the WCDMA RAN 4 Perform ATM Transport Network dimensioning 4.1 Explain how strict QoS dimensioning is performed using the Kaufman-Roberts (K-R) principle 4.2 Explain how Best Effort (BE) dimensioning is performed using the Elastic dimensioning principle 4.3 Explain how HSDPA, EUL and MBMS are dimensioned 4.4 Perform ATM link dimensioning 5 Explain the IP Functionality of the WRAN Transport Network 5.1 Explain how IP and Ethernet fit into the protocol layers in the WCDMA RAN 5.2 Explain the basic structure of an IP Packet and Ethernet frame 5.3 Explain how Quality of Service (QoS) is achieved using IP and Ethernet 5.4 Explain the operation of Admission Control and Congestion Control 5.5 Explain some of the basic IP topologies used in WCDMA RAN 5.6 List the ETBs that support IP/Ethernet in the WCDMA RAN 5.7 Explain the Ethernet Jumbo Frame on the Iu PS 6 Perform IP link dimensioning for networks supporting only one priority queue 6.1 Explain how IP link dimensioning is performed for networks supporting only one priority queue 6.2 Explain how the peak cell throughput is calculated based on the RBS configuration 6.3 Explain how Over Dimensioning (OD) is used to calculate the NBAP and O&M capacity requirements 6.4 Perform link dimensioning when only one priority queue is supported by the IP/Ethernet link 7 Perform IP link dimensioning for networks supporting more than one priority queue 7.1 Explain how IP link dimensioning is performed for networks supporting more than one priority queue 7.2 Explain the differences between Best Effort (BE) and strict Quality of Service (QoS) traffic requirements 7.3 Explain the Elastic Dimensioning principal used to calculate the capacity requirement of BE traffic 7.4 Explain how the Kaufman-Roberts (K-R) principle is used to calculate the capacity requirement of strict QoS traffic 7.5 Explain the Joint Elastic Dimensioning principal used to calculate the combined capacity requirement of BE and strict QoS traffic sharing the same IP/Ethernet link 7.6 Perform link dimensioning when more than one priority queue is supported by the IP/Ethernet link 8 Explain the various cases for using ATM and/or IP in the WCDMA RAN 8.1 Explain transport redundancy MSP 1+1 bidirectional feature

17 8.2 Explain how Synchronization is performed in WCDMA RAN for ATM and IP Networks 8.3 Explain the operation of Admission Control and Congestion Control 8.4 Explain the QoS settings 8.5 Explain how the Iub flow control mechanisms operate for R99 DCH, HSDPA and EUL traffic 9 Explain WCDMA RAN Node dimensioning for ATM and IP Transport Networks 9.1 Explain the WCDMA RAN node transmission dimensioning principles 9.2 Explain the RBS 6000 transmission capabilities and configurations 9.3 Explain the RXI transmission capabilities and configurations. 9.4 Explain the RNC 3820 transmission capabilities and configurations 9.5 Explain the Evo C 8200 transmission capabilities and configurations 9.6 Dimension the WCDMA Access Transport nodes (RBS, RXI and RNC) Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineer, Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU OSS-RC Overview, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 4 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment.

18 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 Introduction 3G Services and Traffic ATM Transport Network Functionality ATM Link Dimensioning (including exercises) 6 3 IP Transport Network Functionality IP Link Dimensioning for 1 Priority Queue (including exercise) IP Link Dimensioning for more than 1 Priority Queue (including exercise) 4 ATM and IP in the WCDMA RAN WCDMA RAN Node Dimensioning (including exercises)

19 WCDMA RAN W13 Design LZU R2A Description How can a Radio Access Network (RAN) be dimensioned when coverage and capacity have such a strong impact in WCDMA? How should High Speed Uplink and Downlink Packet access (HSDPA/HSUPA) be dimensioned? Given the range of Radio Access Bearers (RABs) available in the Ericsson, what is the best way to dimension them? What is the best way to design neighboring cell lists for inter-frequency and intra-frequency handover? What is second carrier deployment strategy? How to handle smart-phone blooming issue in Radio Network? With the help of the WCDMA Radio Network Design course the attendees will learn how Radio Network design tasks are performed according to the latest Ericsson guidelines. This new competence will be tested on PC based exercises using the Ericsson Radio Network Proposal Tool that cover R99 and HSPA dimensioning. The principles of multi carrier dimensioning are also described in detail as are the principles of neighboring cell list design, UTRAN Registration Area design, channel element dimensioning and scrambling code design. Besides, RBS and transmitter interference issues are also explained in details. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the various WCDMA cell planning steps 1.1 Explain the various WCMDA Radio Network Design stages and the tools involved 1.2 Explain Ericsson s Radio Network Proposal Tool RNPT for use by Ericsson staff 1.3 Explain how OSS-RC fits into the Radio Network Design Process 1.4 List the WRAN cell planning and initial tuning tools 1.5 Explain overall dimensioning workflow 2 Explain what is meant by traffic requirements 2.1 Explain the difference traffic classes 2.2 List the RABs supported by Ericsson 2.3 Convert Circuit Switched (CS) traffic requirements from BHCH/MHT to me 2.4 Convert R99 Packet Switched (PS) traffic requirements from kbps to kbyte/h 2.5 Convert High Speed Packet Switched (HSxPA) traffic requirements from GByte/month to kbyte/bh 2.6 Calculate the Average Subscriber Traffic Profile

20 3 Calculate uplink and downlink Mpole values for a cell and estimate the load 3.1 Explain the 3GPP channel models used for Radio Network Design 3.2 Use the Ericsson formulae to calculate the uplink and downlink Mpole values for cells serving these channel models 3.3 Explain how single (ErlangB) and multi-service (K-R) blocking probabilities are calculated 3.4 Calculate the load on a cell serving a given number of CS and PS users 4 Perform link budget calculations 4.1 Explain link budget margins, losses and gains 4.2 Perform uplink and downlink link budget calculations 5 Perform Radio Network Dimensioning for R99 services 5.1 Use the Ericsson RNPT to perform R99 dimensioning tasks 6 Dimension High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) 6.1 Explain Ericsson Common Channel planning 6.2 Explain HSDPA dimensioning 6.3 Explain EUL dimensioning 7 Explain the WCDMA RAN deployment aspects 7.1 Describe LA/RA/URA planning 7.2 Explain the dimensioning of Downlink Code 7.3 Explain downlink Scrambling Code planning 7.4 Describe Indoor Planning 7.5 Explain the Ericsson second carrier deployment Strategy 7.6 Explain the use of hierarchical cell structures 7.7 Explain the use of service offsets in the WCDMA RAN 7.8 Describe neighbor cell list planning for intra-frequency, inter-frequency and IRAThandover 7.9 Describe Multiband operation aspects 8 List the RBSs in Ericsson s RBS 6000 Family 8.1 Explain RBS 6000 variants 8.2 Explain Mixed Mode in Multi Standard RBS 8.3 Explain the use of the Antenna System Controller (ASC) 8.4 Explain the Ericsson Channel Element dimensioning principle 8.5 Perform simple Channel Element dimensioning calculations 8.6 Explain the various antenna down tilt methods 8.7 List some antennas offered by Ericsson 8.8 PSI(Ψ)-Coverage Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer

21 Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: WCDMA W13 Air Interface, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Protocols and Procedures, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is Error! Unknown document property name. days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day 1 Topics in the course Introduction to Radio Network Design WCDMA services and Traffic WCDMA Capacity Estimated Time (hours) WCDMA Coverage R99 Dimensioning Case WCDMA HSPA Dimensioning (To be continue) 3 WCDMA HSPA Dimensioning WCDMA Network Deployment WCDMA Hardware

22 WCDMA RAN W13 Functionality LZU R2A Description Do you want to have full and detailed understanding of WCDMA RAN features and functionalities? If so, the WCDMA RAN W13 Functionality course is designed and developed to give you just that. This course describes the Idle Mode Behavior, how Radio Connection Supervision is carried out, Power Control settings, calculations and functions. The Capacity Management functions and Mobility (Handover & Load Sharing) as well as Channel Switching algorithms will definitely boost your competence and understanding of the WCDMA RAN. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the logical architecture of WCDMA RAN and introduce Radio Functionality 1.1 Introduce the logical architecture of the Ericsson WCDMA RAN 1.2 List the main Radio Functionality supported in the WCDMA RAN 1.3 Explain about battery test features 1.4 Explain about antenna system voltage 1.5 Explain RBS power blossoming 2 Describe the purpose and function of Idle Mode and Common Channel Behavior 2.1 Explain PLMN and Cell selection and reselection 2.2 Explain registration updating procedures 2.3 Describe the organization of system information 2.4 Explain paging procedures 2.5 Explain the Cell Broadcast Service 2.6 Explain the Frequency Priority at Connection Release 2.7 Explain the features that support WCDMA-LTE interoperability 3 Explain the purpose and function of Radio Connection Supervision 3.1 Explain how the radio connection supervision is carried out when the UE is using a common channel 3.2 Explain how in-synch and out-of-synch is determined by the radio link set supervision algorithm in the RBS when the UE is using a dedicated channel 3.3 Explain how the RNC supervises radio links (sets) when the UE is using a dedicated channel 4 Describe the purpose and use of the function Power Control

23 4.1 Configure the power of common control channels 4.2 Explain uplink and downlink open loop power control 4.3 Explain the operation of inner loop power control in normal and compressed mode 4.4 Explain how Improved Compressed Handling function 4.5 Explain the operation of outer loop power control 5 Describe the purpose and function of the Capacity Management 5.1 Describe the interaction between the dedicated monitors and the different algorithms 5.2 Explain the Dedicated Resources 5.3 Explain Admission Control 5.4 Explain Congestion Control 6 Explain the purpose and function of Handover 6.1 List different types of handover 6.2 Explain Soft/softer handover, 6.3 Explain Soft Handover Parameter on Cell Level 6.4 Explain Inter-frequency handover, IRAT handover and IRAT Cell Change 6.5 Explain Core Network Hard Handover 6.6 Explain Generic Access Network mobility 6.7 Explain Single Radio Voice Call Continuity 6.8 Explain RIM Support for System Information Transfer to LTE 7 Explain the purpose and function of Load sharing 7.1 List the different types of Load Sharing 7.2 Explain Inter-frequency Load Sharing 7.3 Explain Directed Retry to GSM 7.4 Explain Service based Handover 7.5 Explain Load based HO to GSM 7.6 Explain Inter-frequency load based HO 7.7 Explain Non-HSPA Inter-frequency load sharing 7.8 Explain Admission block redirection 8 Explain the purpose and function of Connection Handling and Channel Switching 8.1 Explain Flexible Initial Rate Selection for PS Interactive 8.2 Explain UE states supported in the Channel Switching 8.3 Describe Single-RAB state transition 8.4 Describe Multi-RAB state transitions 8.5 Explain Channel Switching Evaluation algorithms 8.6 Explain Inactivity timer on cell level 8.7 Explain Fast Dormancy Handling 8.8 Faster Establishment, Direct Upswitch from URA

24 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer, Service Planning Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Engineer, Service Design Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA Systems Overview, LZU WCDMA W13 Air Interface, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Protocols and Procedures, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons and theoretical exercises given in a classroom environment. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day 1 2 Topics in the course Introduction of Radio Network Architecture and Functionalities Idle Mode and Common Channel Behavior Radio Connection Supervision Power Control Capacity Management Estimated Time (hours)

25 3 Handover Load Sharing Connection Handling and Channel Switching 2 2 2

26 WCDMA RAN W13 Node B Commissioning LZU R2A Description This course provide the participants hands-on experience of the procedures that need to be performed for the commissioning and integration of the RBS 6000 series. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Detail the principle of Integration in WCDMA RAN Network 1.1 List the steps involved in integrating the nodes in the RAN. 1.2 Explain which management tools are needed for each step. 2 Detail Pre-Configuration Activities can be performed 2.1 Explain the steps that need to be performed in the RAN 2.2 Explain the steps need to be performed in CN before RBS Integration 3 Perform the commissioning and integration of the RBS 3.1 Perform Initial Configuration of the RBS 3.2 Configure the Thin Client to connect to the RBS 3.3 Configure the Node IP address 3.4 Load Software 3.5 Perform basic hardware configuration using the Cabinet Equipment Wizard 3.6 Perform Site Basic Configuration of the RBS 3.7 Configure the O&M access for the RBS using the O&M access configuration wizard 3.8 Verify Synchronization status to ensure stability of the node before continuing integration 3.9 Perform Site External Configuration on the node 3.10 Integrate the external hardware for site, sectors and cells using the Site External Configuration wizard 3.11 List the steps needed and perform site-external configuration on the node 3.12 Explain briefly Site Specific configuration 3.13 Detail what is configured during Site Specific configuration 3.14 Load Site Specific Transport and Radio Network scripts 3.15 Perform Configuration Validation 3.16 Validate IP/ATM connectivity Verify RBS Local Cell 3.18 Verify LED status

27 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Deployment Engineer, Field Technician, System Technician Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: CPP Node Features and Functions, LZU RBS 6000 Overview, LZU WCDMA RAN Field Maintenance, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) Course Introduction RBS Management Applications 0.5 RBS Integration 5.0

28 WCDMA RAN W13 Operation LZU R2A Description This course covers aspects of hardware and software handling in a WCDMA RAN and the administration of routine Operation and Maintenance tasks, including network status and performance data collection monitoring with the help of OSS-RC. The course also covers the procedures and tools for Fault Management and Fault Handling within the WCDMA RAN as well as a brief overview of Transport and Radio Network Configuration used in the WCDMA RAN including the main tools and procedures used in OSS-RC and Element Manager. The objective of the course is to be able to understand and perform operational tasks according to instructions and parameters received in exercises. The participants use OSS- RC as the network operation and maintenance support system. For some exercises on individual network elements, Element Manager, Advanced MO Scripting, Node Command Line Interface and Command Line Interface are used to complete the tasks. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the WCDMA RAN System 1.1 Describe the applications and services provided by 3G networks 1.2 Explain the role and position of the WCDMA RAN in 3G networks 1.3 Describe the architecture of the WCDMA RAN 1.4 Describe the WCDMA RAN Operation and Maintenance System 1.5 List the main features of OSS-RC for WCDMA RAN 1.6 Explain in detail the management model layers, in terms of functions and roles. 1.7 Explain the O&M intranet and O&M Infrastructure, supporting OSS-RC. 1.8 Explain the four O&M categories: Configuration, Fault, Performance and Security Management 1.9 List the applications used in WCDMA RAN Operation and Maintenance 1.10 Identify the impact of security features implemented in the WCDMA RAN 2 Explain the WCDMA RAN system in terms of architecture and subsystems 2.1 Describe the WCDMA RAN System Architecture and its partition in Radio Network Subsystems 2.2 Explain the role and functions of a Radio Network Subsystem 2.3 Explain the role of the Iu, Iur and Iub interfaces 2.4 Describe the role and architecture of the RNC-RBS subsystem

29 2.5 Describe the hardware and software architecture, and function of the WCDMA RAN Nodes: RNC, RBS, RXI 3 Explore the Customer Product Information (CPI) 3.1 Explain the CPI Library structure 3.2 Browse and search a CPI library with ALEX 3.3 Explain operational instructions (OPI) and maintain the node according to the OPI. 3.4 Describe additional information on an alarm and solve the problem with the help of the CPI and Element Manager 4 Perform Fault Management on a WCDMA RAN 4.1 Explain the Fault Management Model and fault categories 4.2 Describe the Fault Management process in the WCDMA RAN 4.3 Follow Fault Handling procedures 4.4 Use Fault handling applications in OSS-RC and Element Manager 5 Perform Hardware and Software Management on a WCDMA RAN 5.1 Explain the hardware and software architecture in WCDMA RAN nodes 5.2 Describe the file system implementation of CPP based nodes 5.3 Describe and manage the Configuration Versions for a WCDMA RAN node 5.4 Explain the main Hardware and Software Management procedures for a WCDMA RAN: Equipment Handling, Software Management and Upgrade Processes. 5.5 Perform Hardware and Software Management procedures using the appropriate tools: OSS-RC based applications, Element Manager, CLI and AMOS 6 Perform Performance Management on the WCDMA RAN 6.1 Describe the Performance Management Architecture and Model 6.2 Describe the performance statistics generated in the WCDMA RAN (UETR, CTR and GPEH) 6.3 Explain the Subscription Profile principle 6.4 Describe the Data Collection Process and Administration for the WCDMA RAN 6.5 Perform WCDMA RAN Performance Management procedures using the Performance toolset of OSS-RC 7 Perform basic WCDMA RAN Configuration procedures using OSS-RC and Element Manager 7.1 Describe the main steps in the Design and Integration of a WCDMA RAN 7.2 Explain the WCDMA RAN Configuration Service Framework 7.3 Describe the Transport (TN) Configuration process 7.4 Explain Common Explorer (CEX) in OSS-RC 7.5 Explain the Fallback Area principle 7.6 Explain the concept of Transport redundancy 7.7 List the main applications used in Transport and Radio network configuration in OSS-RC

30 Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Engineer, Service Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview, LZU OSS-RC Overview, LZU CPP Node Features and Functions, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools, which are accessed remotely. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 WCDMA RAN System Overview WCDMA RAN System Description CPI Overview 2 WCDMA RAN Fault Management WCDMA RAN Hardware and Software Management 3 WCDMA RAN Performance Management WCDMA RAN Configuration Management

31 WCDMA RAN W13 Quality of Service LZU R1A Description What is Quality of Service (QoS) in mobile networks? Which are the QoS parameters? How is it implemented in the Radio Access Network, both in the Radio NW layer and in the Transport NW layer? How QoS is configured? What is QoS mapping? The answers to these questions and to many more are answered in the WCDMA Radio Access Network Quality of Service course. This course gives an overview of the UMTS end to end QoS architecture and provides in-depth understanding of the RAN QoS concept and principles. It explains the QoS attributes and emphasises in the QoS configuration in RAN, in the Radio Network layer, as well as in the Transport Network layer. It covers the QoS related RAN features and it explains the ARP QoS profile, the RNL QoS profile and the TNL QoS profile. Also the course contains several examples of QoS configuration. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the concept of Quality of Service 1.1 Explain the concept of Quality of Service, its attributes and how they are related to different traffic classes. 1.2 Explain the purpose of UMTS Bearer Services and Radio Access Bearers (RABs). 2 Explain the Quality of Service features 2.1 Explain the QoS related optional features in the Radio Network layer (RNL). 2.2 Explain how the mapping is done between the QoS parameters that are received from the CN to the QoS parameters that are used by the RAN. 2.3 Explain how the ARP, THP, MBR are used. 2.4 Explain how the configuration of the QoS parameters can be done in the RNL. 2.5 Give examples of QoS configuration. 3 Explain the QoS related functionality 3.1 Explain the interaction between QoS and Capacity management. 3.2 Explain the interaction between QoS and Flow Control. 3.3 Explain the interaction between QoS and Scheduling. 4 Explain the QoS in the Transport Network Layer 4.1 Explain the concept of QoS in the Transport Network layer of an ATM based network. 4.2 Explain the concept of QoS in the Transport Network layer of an IP based network.

32 4.3 Explain the TNL related optional features. 4.4 Explain the TNLQoSProfile Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer, System Engineer, Service Engineer, Service Planning Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: WCDMA W13 RNC 3820 Configuration, LZU or WCDMA RAN W13 Functionality, LZU WCDMA RAN W13 Protocols and Procedures, LZU WCDMA W13 HSPA System Techniques, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Introduction to QoS 1 Quality of service features & exercises QoS Related Functionality & exercises 2 QoS Related Functionality & exercises QoS in the Transport Network Layer Estimated Time (hours)

33 WCDMA RAN W13 RNC 3820 Configuration LZU R2A Description The course will cover the hardware and software with the RNC 3820, along with changes in the Managed Object Model for node configuration. The course will also highlight the main features of the new RAN hardware and how RNC performance has been greatly increased with reference to the internal Ethernet switching, higher node capacity, increased processing and reduced hardware. The course covers basic Ethernet and IP concepts along with the Managed Objects that are used for configuring the functionality in the RAN nodes. Interfaces for IP transport option covered are Iub, Iu-PS, Iu-CS and Iur. You will learn both how to configure interfaces over IP transport option and how to migrate already existing ATM nodes to IP/Ethernet. This course also covers the Iub Dual Stack feature, which gives the option to configure both ATM and IP/Ethernet transport in the same RBS. The WCDMA RAN is configured remotely from the O&M centre using Element Manager (EM). Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 The new Hardware available in the RNC 3820 and WCDMA RBS Describe the RNC 3820 products available in the WCDMA RAN 1.2 Describe the CPP hardwares available in the RNC Describe the range of Exchange Termination Boards (ETBs) for the RNC Explain the features of the Active Patch Panel (APP) in the RNC Explain how Ethernet switching is used to increase internal switching in the node 1.6 Describe how the node performance has been improved 1.7 Explain how RNC 3820 can be expanded with C/T/O-Packs 1.8 Describe the RBS 6000 products available in the WCDMA RAN 1.9 Describe the new hardware used in the WCDMA RBS Describe Equipment protection using layer 2 Gateway Port 2 Explain Ethernet and IP Suite used in WCDMA RAN 2.1 Explain the IP Functionality and products used in the WCDMA RAN Transport Network 2.2 Explain how IP and Ethernet fit into the protocol layers in the WCDMA RAN 2.3 Explain the basic structure of an IP packet and Ethernet frame and how switching is done on Layer 2 and Explain how Quality of Service (QoS) is supported by IP and Ethernet and how it is

34 implemented in Ericsson WCDMA RAN 2.5 Explain in details Ethernet Link Aggregation 3 Configure the Iu and Iur interfaces over ATM 3.1 Describe the Iu-CS, Iu-PS and Iur interface protocols over ATM 3.2 Configure the complete Iu-CS over ATM (control-plane and user-plane) on RNC Examine the impacts on configuration when Multi-Operator Core Network and Iu- Flex are implemented in the RNC 4 Configure the Iu and Iur interfaces with IP 4.1 Describe the protocol stacks for Iu-CS, Iu-PS and Iur over IP/Ethernet 4.2 Explain how IP connectivity is implemented on the RNC Explain the function of protocols and concepts such as IPAcessHosts, SCTP and Multi-Homing and M3UA 4.4 Configure the Iu Control Plane over IP/Ethernet 4.5 Configure Iu-CS User Plane over IP/Ethernet 4.6 Configure Iu-PS User Plane over IP/Ethernet 4.7 Describe the Iur Control and User Plane over IP/Ethernet 5 Configure Iub over ATM 5.1 Describe the Iub interface protocols over ATM 5.2 Describe the RNC 3820 for Iub when the bearer is ATM 5.3 Configure an RBS 6000 for Iub when the bearer is ATM 6 Configure Iub over IP 6.1 Explain the protocol stack for Iub transmission over IP/Ethernet 6.2 Understand concepts such as RNC Modules, Iub links, Radio Network and Transport Network 6.3 Configure the common and RBS Site Specific definitions for Iub over IP in the RNC 6.4 Explain what the Iub Dual Stack feature is and how it is configured 6.5 Show the transport split for the dual stack RBS, with both ATM and IP in use 7 Configure the Cell Network 7.1 Explain how WCDMA radio parameters are mapped onto the cell network 7.2 Configure Location, Routing and Service Areas, UTRAN Registration Areas, MBMS Service and Cell Broadcast Areas 7.3 Configure UTRAN Cells 7.4 Configure UTRAN Channels 7.5 Configure UTRAN/GSM Neighbor Relations Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Deployment Engineer, System Engineer, Service Engineer

35 Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: WCDMA RAN RNC 3820 to EVO-C 8200 Configuration Delta, LZU IP in WCDMA Radio Access Network, LZU (optional) IP Networking, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 5 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools, which are accessed remotely. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day 1 Topics in the course RNC 3820 Introduction RBS 6000 Introduction Ethernet and IP in WCDMA RAN Layer 2 & 3 Switching in WCDMA RAN IP QOS Implementation in Ericsson WCDMA RAN Ethernet and IP MOs Estimated Time (hours) Iu over ATM Theory Iu-CS over ATM Practical Iu and Iur over IP Configuration (Theory & Practical) Iub over ATM (Theory & Practical) Iub over IP Configuration (Theory & Practical) Migration from ATM to IP (Theory & Practical) 5 Configuring Cell Network (Theory & Practical) Course review and Conclusion

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37 WCDMA RAN W13 RXI 821/861 Operation and Configuration LZU R1A Description This course covers the configuration and operation of RXI 821/861. The course covers the various RXI hardware components and describes their functionality. The course participants will learn how to use the Element Manager (EM), the Command Line Interface (COLI), the Node Command Line Interface (NCLI) and the OSS-RC for operating and configuring the RXI and examination of the operational states of the interface boards. The course participants will also become familiar with areas of software management, network synchronization, performance management, fault management and IP management. There are a number of practical exercises which aids the course participants understanding of the course material. After completing these exercices, the participants are able to configure ATM cross connections, AAL2 switching and IMA (Inverse Multiplexing for ATM). We also cover configuration of IP and Ethernet if the RXI is used as a layer 2 switch. This means configuring the ET-MFX boards to carry IP based payload, signaling, O&M and synchronization traffic towards RBS and RNC. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the function and architecture of the RXI 821 and RXI Describe the role of the RXI as a RANAG 1.2 List and describe the requirements of the RXI 821 and the RXI 861 in a wireless network 1.3 Describe Traffic Aggregator and Circuit Emulation functionality 1.4 List the advantages of using the Connectivity Packet Platform (CPP) 1.5 Describe the hardware architecture for RXI 821 and RXI Explain the principle ATM concepts 2.1 Describe the ATM cell and layers 2.2 Describe Virtual Path (VP) and Virtual Channel (VC) Switching 2.3 Describe Quality of Service (QoS) 2.4 List and describe the ATM Adaptation Layers (AALs) 2.5 Describe AAL2 Switching 3 Explain principle Ethernet and IP Suite 3.1 Explain the IP Functionality of the W12 RAN Transport Network.