GSM/EDGE

CH5002 GSM Fundamentals

Duration: 2 days Prerequisite Courses: Wireless Fundamentals Course Description A strong understanding of GSM technology and networks is helpful for anyone working in GSM or related (i.e., GPRS, EDGE and UMTS(WCDMA)) areas. GSM Fundamentals provides this foundation by introducing GSM and explaining the history and unique qualities that established GSM as the leading global standard for wireless communications. This course is presented at a level suitable for individuals comfortable with basic wireless concepts who want to gain familiarity with all aspects of a GSM network. Radio physical layer concepts can be presented at either a high level or in detail for individuals with a more technical background. This course addresses the major interfaces for messaging in the GSM network, and shows how network nodes coordinate mobility and call setup. The student will gain a good understanding of services commonly deployed in a GSM network. This course is completed with a view of GPRS and UMTS(WCDMA) with an understanding of the GSM components in a UMTS(WCDMA) network. Intended Audience This overview course is primarily intended for anyone who needs familiarity with GSM-based networks such as those in planning, design, deployment, network engineering, product support and operations. Objectives On successful completion the student will be able to: - List the basic concepts related to GSM networks - Sketch the GSM network architecture and its components, including the Mobile, BTS, BSC, MSC, VLR, HLR, EIR, SM-SC, and CSE - Describe the channel structure of GSM and list the logical channels of GSM - Describe how user mobility is supported in GSM networks - Identify and describe various signaling protocols used in GSM networks - Step through various scenarios such as call delivery, security, and handover - Walk through an end-to-end call in GSM networks - Describe the evolution strategy for GSM operators Key Topics The topics for this course are as follows: - GSM Network Architecture - GSM Radio/Physical Layer

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GSM Signaling GSM Network Mobility and Call Processing GSM Services Evolution of GSM EGPRS & UMTS(WCDMA)

Prerequisite Skills Basic knowledge of Wireless communication system.

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CH5003 GPRS and EDGE Fundamentals

Duration: 2 days Prerequisite Courses: GSM Fundamentals Course Description This course provides an overview of two important technologies: General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) and Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution (EDGE). These technologies are essential for providing a cost effective network solution to enable the wireless web. This course covers the network architecture, components and basic operations of GPRS/EDGE networks. It also provides an understanding of the various types of handsets and their capabilities. The radio network is explored, including the features designed to efficiently use the limited radio spectrum. In addition, this course explores the way limited radio resources are shared among numerous users. The core network is discussed in detail, including an investigation of the IP mobility solution, plus a quick look at the various interface protocols. By the conclusion of the course, the student will have a good understanding how existing networks will evolve to support packet data services. Intended Audience This course is intended for individuals seeking an overview of the GPRS and EDGE technologies and capabilities. The discussion of GPRS and EDGE is at a high level which makes it suitable for personnel in management, network planning, deployment and operations. Objectives On successful completion the student will be able to: - Identify the needs for GSM evolution to GPRS/EDGE - List the capabilities and limitations of GPRS and EDGE - Step through the process of upgrading the GSM network to support GPRS/EDGE - Sketch the network architecture of GPRS/EDGE - Identify the enhancements required in air interface to achieve higher data rates of GPRS/EDGE - Describe mechanisms of sharing resources (slots) among GPRS/EDGE users - Step through the mobility scenarios of GPRS/EDGE Intended Audience Key Topics The topics for this course are as follows: - Network Architecture - GPRS and EDGE Radio Network - Managing Radio Resources - Gb Interface - GPRS Packet Network

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GPRS Services GPRS Mobility & Roaming Evolution to UMTS(WCDMA)

Prerequisite Skills Basic knowledge of GSM network.

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CH5004 Advanced GPRS and EDGE

Duration: 3 days Prerequisite Courses: GPRS and EDGE Fundamentals Course Description General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) and Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution (EDGE) provide a cost effective packet data solution for GSM wireless operators and users. This course presents a technical overview of these two important technologies. The network architecture, components, and basic operations of GPRS/EDGE networks are discussed in detail. The radio network features designed to make efficient use of the limited radio spectrum are explored. The core network and how it evolves from a GSM network is discussed in detail. This includes an investigation of the IP mobility solution within GPRS. Interface protocols such as Session Management (SM), GPRS Mobility Management (GMM), Medium Access Control (MAC) and Radio Link Control (RLC) are examined. An end-to-end scenario demonstrates how these protocols interact. The course concludes with a look at the future of GPRS/EDGE and how it will evolve toward UMTS(WCDMA). Intended Audience This course is designed for individuals seeking an in-depth understanding of the GPRS and EDGE technologies and capabilities. Objectives On successful completion the student will be able to: - List the capabilities and limitations of GPRS and EDGE - Sketch the network architecture and identify the air interface protocol enhancements of GPRS/EDGE - Elaborate the adaptive coding and modulation and incremental redundancy of GPRS/EDGE - Describe mechanisms of sharing resources (slots) among GPRS/EDGE users using MAC/RLC protocols - Step through the mobility scenarios of GPRS/EDGE - Specify the needs of interface protocols such as GMM/SM, SNDCP and LLC - Step through a packet data session from a mobile Key Topics The topics for this course are as follows: - Network Architecture - GPRS and EDGE Radio Network - Managing Radio Resources - Packet Data Review - Gb(BSS-SGSN) Interface - GPRS Packet Network

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GPRS Services Services in GPRS/EDGE Networks GPRS Mobility & Roaming GPRS Billing End-to-End Scenarios Evolution to UMTS(WCDMA)

Prerequisite Skills Basic knowledge of GSM network.

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CH5005 GPRS and EDGE Planning and Tuning

Duration: 3 days Prerequisite Courses: Advanced GPRS and EDGE Course Description This unique course prepares participants to use available tools to manage the performance of their GPRS networks. GPRS and EDGE network equipment offers a wide array of performance features such as on-demand allocation of GPRS/EDGE channels. When properly used, these features provide a very high quality data services network. However, to achieve optimal performance, network operators must know how to collect the right set of performance measurements, interpret those measurements, and adjust network parameters when improvements are needed. Students learn to use the performance counters provided by their network equipment coupled with statistics and tracing capabilities of their drive test tools to measure network performance. This course begins with a discussion of the Internet and GPRS fundamentals. It then explains the network statistics, configurable network parameters as well as optional features, and shows how these affect each aspect of data performance. The concepts are reinforced with hands-on exercises that show the impact of these parameter changes. Where possible, the course is conducted on-site in a workshop format, using network statistics and drive test results from the students own live network. Intended Audience This course is intended for a technical audience, primarily those in RF design, engineering and performance organizations. Objectives On successful completion the student will be able to: - Discuss the key differences associated with supporting IP based services in comparison to voice services - Describe the configuration parameters available and their impact on GPRS and EDGE network operations - Interpret key GPRS and EDGE network performance measurements - Explain the impact GPRS and EDGE have on GSM control channels and voice traffic channels - Describe how to dimension the dedicated and on-demand GPRS and EDGE channels (PDCH) - Explain how to engineer and dimension the Abis link between the BSC and the BTS to support E-GPRS channels - Measure the latency and average throughput in your network and learn the impact on the subscribers application - Discuss the intricacies of setting up a Packet Data Session - Describe how to isolate failures and successfully troubleshoot problems

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Realize the impact EDGE (E-GPRS) has on the performance of a GSM/GPRS network
Describe the advanced E-GPRS features including Incremental Redundancy (IR) and Link Adaptation

Key Topics The topics for this course are as follows: - Optimizing Wireless Data Networks - Review of GPRS Principles - Internet Essentials - Cell Selection, Mobility and Establishing Sessions - TBF Setup and Retransmission - Radio Link Performance - Application Performance on GPRS and EDGE - Dimensioning GPRS and EDGE Channels - Future GPRS and EDGE Improvements Prerequisite Skills Basic knowledge of GSM, GPRS and EDGE network.

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