Detailed Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction
This module describes the evolution of wireless networks and technology from 1st generation systems to newly emerging 3rd generation systems.
Topics covered:
- impact of technological advancement on systems development and services
- role of the International Telecommunications Union (ITU)
Module 2: Transmission Technologies
This module examines the service environment defined by IMT-2000.
Topics covered:
- the “cellular’ concept
- Signal propagation factors (e.g., multipath, fading and shadowing)
- Multiplexing schemes
- Access methods
Module 3: CMDA Radio Transmission Technologies
This module covers the basic characteristics and capabilities of CDMA radio transmission technology (RTT).
Topics covered:
- system capacity
- smart antennas
- interference cancellation methods
- the software radio
- 3G RTT requirements and performance criteria
Module 4: CDMA 2000
Cdma 2000 is one of the RTT proposals submitted in response to the IMT-2000 initiative.
Topics covered:
- Different versions of the IS-95
- Relationship between Cdma One and Cdma 2000
- Key characteristics of Cdma 2000
Module 5: WCDMA
WCDMA is another of the RTT proposals submitted in response to the IMT-initiative.
Topics covered:
- WCDMA performance characteristics
- Layers
- Channel structure and function
- Synchronous and asynchronous modes
- System compatibility
Module 6: UWC-136
UWC-136 is the only proposal submitted in response to the IMT-2000 initiative that offers backward compatibility with 2nd generation, TDMA-based GSM and IS-136 systems.
Topics covered:
- Various configurations supported by UWC-136
- Supported switching schemes
- Enabling technologies
- Deployment models
- Hierarchical cell structures
Module 7: Network Access Technology
This module details the aims and objectives of the IMT-2000 initiative.
Topics covered:
- the “Family of Systems” concept
- network entities
- role of protocol layers
- global roaming
- importance of intelligent networks
Module 8: Future Trends
This module discusses the influence of 3G on the future of wireless communications and technology.
Topics covered:
- Role of satellite systems
- Fixed Wireless Access (FWA)
- Interaction between 3G and the Internet