
Discover the fundamentals of wireless communication systems, trace the evolution of mobile networks, and examine GSM and LTE architectures in this modern course introduction.
Explore the fundamentals of wireless communication systems, including transmitter, channel, and receiver blocks, modulation and demodulation, and additive white Gaussian noise and signal-to-noise ratio in performance.
Learn how cellular systems solve spectral congestion by using small, low-power base stations and frequency reuse across hexagonal cells to boost capacity while minimizing interference.
Analyze channel assignment strategies in cellular systems using frequency reuse to boost capacity and reduce interference. Compare fixed and dynamic channel assignment and their effects on blocking and control.
Explain handoff in cellular networks, including when to switch base stations, threshold levels, dwell time, and the distinction between hard and soft handoff and intra-cell and inter-cell handovers.
Explore the basic OSI model, its seven layers, and how repeaters, bridges, routers, and gateways interconnect networks with protocol conversion.
Explore switching in network models, comparing circuit, packet, and message switching, and analyze connection establishment, data transfer, delays, and efficiency with store-and-forward concepts.
Explore size-based network categories—local area network (LAN), metropolitan area network (MAN), and wide area network (WAN)—covering ownership, speed, delay, and fault tolerance from buildings to continents.
Trace the evolution of wireless communication from 1g analog cellular to 5g, highlighting digital 2g gsm, 3g broadband, and all-ip 4g with lte and wifi.
Explore global system for mobile communications architecture in 2g networks, including base station subsystem, network and switching subsystem, and features like sms and emergency calling.
Explore the long term evolution 4G architecture and its evolved packet core. Learn how eNodeB, MME, HSS, and gateways connect via S1, S11, and X2 to enable mobility and data.
This course is intended for graduate students who wants to quickly gain an overview about wireless communication systems and standards. You can learn the basics of wireless communication and the basic network concepts. Switching and categories of networks are also discussed. It is necessary to understand the evolution of wireless communication and its specifications, key technologies, data rate to proceed further learning.
This course will be a quick learning option for other branch students as well. With the fundamental knowledge of signals, message, modulation, error and noise you can easily understand the concepts.
This course is ideal for beginners. This course provides a foundational understanding of wireless technologies, preparing students for more advanced studies or careers in telecommunications and networking with basic knowledge. This course also gives the understanding on GSM and LTE architectures. The quick quizzes will help to recollect the lectures easily.
Additionally, the course addresses emerging trends and challenges in wireless communication , such as the impact of new technologies and evolving standards. By the end of the course, students develop a fundamental understanding of wireless systems and standards. Students can further get well-prepared for more advanced study or careers in fields related to telecommunications, networking, and wireless technology.