Course Overview

What makes 5G tick? This course dives into the exciting world of 5G technology, exploring its cutting-edge capabilities and real-world applications through current field trials. You'll get a comprehensive look at 5G from the viewpoints of cellular operators, regulators, and researchers. We’ll break down what’s driving the push for 5G, including its timeline and essential requirements, as well as the groundwork laid before 5G’s rollout. Key highlights of the course include future plans for major telecom operators, insights into spectrum management and regulatory policies, and the latest academic research on advanced topics like millimeter waves, massive MIMO (multiple-input, multiple-output), and the Internet of Things (IoT). Plus, we’ll clear up common misconceptions about 5G and its deployment.

Intended Audiences

  • All job types.
  • Those interested in learning about the develop-ment of 5G standards, requirements, expected timelines, current cases, and field trials.

Prerequisites

None

Key Takeaways

  • List the 5G wireless features and their benefits (5G wireless communication networks).
  • Describe key 5G technology drivers and enablers of 5G. Understand ITU 5G standards (IMT2020) along with 3GPP.
  • Gain understanding of 5G requirements and use cases.
  • Discuss the rationale for 5G wireless and key deployment topologies.
  • Outline changes required to implement 5G
  • Learn about features of Massive MIMO.

Course Includes

  • Course outline
  • Online access to self-guided PowerPoint deck
  • Certificate of completion

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