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MANDATORY MODULES The mandatory modules ensure that you develop a deep knowledge of the key technology topics surrounding Long Term Evolution. Introduction to LTE and Services and Applications 4G Wireless for LTE The LTE Air Interface The LTE Core Network (Evolved Packet Core) SPECIALIST MODULES Students studying for the Standard Diploma select two specialist modules whilst those studying for the University Certied Integrated Diploma select ve. Trafc Engineering, QoS LTE Radio Network Planning and MPLS in IP Networks IP-Based Core Network WiMAX and other Non3GPP Access Technologies Dimensioning Service Delivery and Project Management in Telecoms the IMS Operating Effectively Digital Television and IPTV Marketing Next Generation Finance for Telecoms Professionals Services COURSE DIRECTORS Tony Wakeeld, Dave Bowler, Dave McNally & Paul Kilby
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Programme description
Why study by Distance Learning?
Finding the time to attend courses of any kind can be very difcult and plans are often put aside indenitely as we try to build the competencies needed to carry out our jobs in an ad-hoc and often inefcient way. Assessing training and choosing the right course to attend in order to maximise training effectiveness can be difcult often leading to wasted effort and a missed opportunity. The suite of comprehensive Distance Learning programmes offered by the Informa Telecoms Academy provides the opportunity to rapidly build your competencies over a range of different competency areas, ensuring you gain maximum value whether you are looking for a comprehensive overview, or one of the optional specialist modules. The exible study options ensure you progress rapidly with a range of interactive resources and study support available to keep you engaged. And you can t your studies around your current job role, deciding where and when you want to study, and if you travel, you can take the materials with you to continue studying, making good use of travelling time. If you change company, inform us of your change of address and the advantages of distance learning continue.
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Key benets
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The courses are examined and qualications awarded by the biggest global provider of research, intelligence, events and training to the telecoms industry, with the option to upgrade to a University Certicate Flexible modular course structure allows you to study subjects most relevant to you and your business allowing you to create an individual programme You decide where and when to study and then set your own pace Through our mix of learning delivery methods and on-line support, we keep you fully engaged and progressing to ensure you meet the required standard Regular webinars are provided, covering the latest technologies, business processes and industry developments with real subject matter experts who thoroughly understand the topics and their relevance to the industry
This course has been developed specically by the Telecoms Academy with input from the Informa research teams to ensure the courseware is relevant to you and your organisation, and is stimulating and engaging You will have full tutor support throughout your studies tutors are all industry experienced training professionals who are there to help and advise when needed You are assigned a dedicated course tutor to help and advise throughout your studies all tutors have a wealth of real-life industry experience and are now dedicated training professionals
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Course materials
We will mail the modules at regular intervals allowing you to set your own pace. Material will be made available in hard copy at appropriate intervals. You will be expected to complete one module per month, over a total period of six months. Course material will also be made available online via our Managed Learning System and Virtual Campus.
Course tutors
The course tutors are available during your studies to help with any problems or technical questions that you may have. Three formal tutorial sessions are provided on the long courses (two on the foundation, but additional tutorials can be requested). In addition webinars are held every 2-3 weeks, open to all distance learning students, covering all the relevant aspects of modern communications both business and technology. Tutorials and webinars are both held in the virtual classroom. Further details will be supplied in the course handbook which you will receive once you are enrolled on the course.
Pre-requisites
Three years relevant experience within the telecommunications industry, a relevant degree in a telecommunications related topic or have completed the Foundation in Telecoms Business.
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Course tutors
TONY WAKEFIELD started his career in telecoms in 1981 with British Telecom, and now heads up the Informa Telecoms Academy. He trains across a wide range of subjects, including in-depth engineering training, and as Programme Director on the Telecoms Mini MBA and more advanced programmes. Tony has a degree in Electronics and Physics from Loughborough University, and is a full Member of the Institute of Leadership and Management. PAUL KILBY offers over 25 years experience in Telecoms & IT. He has extensive management, regulatory and project experience, also holding a BEng degree and an MBA from Craneld University. Paul effectively conveys technical and business concepts to his delegates, whatever their background. Specialising in Modern Business & Telecoms Networks, he has special technical interests within UMTS Air Interface, UTRAN infrastructure, SS7 over IP & IMS. DAVE MCNALLY begun his career as a fully qualied Communications Ofcer and Senior Engineer with Cable and Wireless, Dave now oversees the Telecoms Academys suite of advanced technology programmes which includes LTE and WiMAX. His huge experience and knowledge, as well as his exible and dynamic presentation skills means he is also a very capable Programme Director on a range of telecoms management programmes. DAVE BOWLER. Having an extremely strong telecommunications training background, Dave gained a great deal of experience managing training for Cable and Wireless and Mercury Communications. He focuses primarily on advanced technology and business programmes. Dave delivers a very wide range of training programmes to both technical and nontechnical audiences. SUE UGLOW is a strategy and marketing specialist who oversees the Telecoms Academy portfolio of marketing programmes. She has an MBA from Henley Management College and is an experienced visiting lecturer on strategy, marketing and telecoms with UK business schools and universities. Sue has also been a full time telecoms analyst with Ovum and Gartner Group, and continues to follow the market closely.
Virtual Classroom
The Virtual Classroom is our tool for delivering online training to our Distance Learning students, providing you with a dynamic environment in which trainers and students can discuss and explore ideas, course work and exercises. Enter the virtual classroom to experience a wide range of enhanced interactive learning tools:
> Have your questions answered instantly > Network with other students interacting and
sharing experiences and ideas overseen and managed by the Distance Learning Faculty
Live webinars
Enhance your learning with live webinars. All our Distance Learning students are invited to join in with our regular webinars that allow you to consolidate your learning. Each session will cover a specic topic; examples include WiMAX, LTE, Marketing and Branding, Telecoms Finance, Managing Projects, Evolving Core Networks, 3G and HSPA and Fixed Access. These live online webinars allow students and tutors alike to discuss the latest industry trends.
I enjoyed the distance learning experience and found the course very benecial as most of the concepts were new to me.
VA, COLT TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
Additional Resources
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We keep you up-to-date with your studies and major events in the industry through regular newsletters available throughout the duration of your course.
The program was well structured and the instructional method was excellent
DS, CABLE & WIRELESS BARBADOS
This course gave me day after day condence and knowledge with immediate impact on my work in a positive and professional way.
WB, ZAIN GROUP
This programme is fully endorsed by GSA The Global mobile Suppliers Association. GSA is the representative organisation for GSM/3G suppliers, representing over 80% of GSM/3G market share globally. GSA delivers authoritative, market intelligence and technology updates for the mobile industry and the media. GSA advises regulators/ policymakers on optimum conditions for mobile market developments. Assistance to operators including enhanced dialogue/information exchange is achieved via seminars, VIP events, and the web-based Operators Zone. DISCOUNTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR GSA MEMBERS please call us on +44 (0)20 7017 4144 for more details. For more information about GSA visit www.gsacom.com
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Programme
Who will benet?
The next major development in mobile networks, will for many, be represented by the 3GPP Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology. LTE will present new commercial and technological challenges for vendors, operators, regulators and service providers. This programme would suit anyone in the telecommunications industry who requires a detailed understanding of the LTE concept, the challenges in its deployment and an insight into the current market position.
The programme is designed to give you a detailed understanding of Long Term Evolution, and through its modular structure allows for a good degree of specialisation. The mandatory modules cover key topics such as the LTE Core Network, LTE Air Interface and Services and Applications for LTE. The two elective modules allow you to tailor your programme to suit you and your organisations needs. Module options include a variety of topics including LTE Radio Planning, Marketing LTE Services, and Alternative non-3GPP Access Technologies.
CORE MODULES
The following four modules are mandatory.
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SPECIALIST MODULES
Students must choose two of the following.
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The Wireless Evolution Roadmap Global Market Analysis Market Trends 3G and 3.5G Wireless Systems The 3GPP Family The 3GPP2 Family IEEE Technologies 3GPP Evolution The LTE/SAE Concept and Requirements 3GPP2 Evolution and Future Options The IEEE 802.16 Family Technologies for Evolving Wireless OFDM/OFDMA Modulation and Coding Advanced Antenna Systems The ITU 4G Framework and Timelines Candidate 4G Technologies Services, Applications and Timelines
Review of Service Landscape The Impact of 3G & 3.5 G on Services The Global Mobile Broadband Market LTE Capabilities Network Bearers Bearer Performance Security Service Enhancement with LTE Content Services Entertainment Services Video-based Applications Voice and LTE IMS-based Voice Support The VoLGA Proposal Messaging Applications and Services Service Control and Delivery Billing and Charging Requirements Devices and Device Availability QoS Requirements
Open Service Access and Parlay Parlay X and Web Services The IP Multimedia Subsystem IMS Architecture IMS Service Control SIP-based Application Services IN Services Interworking with OSA
IMS Protocols and Procedures 3GPP/3GPP2 IMS Implementation IMS in Fixed Networks Enabling FMC QoS Requirements and Control
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Introduction to SAE/EPC Evolving a Network towards SAE SAE/ECP Architecture Interfaces and Protocols Interfacing to LTE Functionality Service Control and Delivery The Evolved Packet Core Functionality Mobility Service Control Charging Requirements and Architecture Quality of Service (QoS) Interworking with Earlier Architectures EPC Protocols Transport Session Control Security Trafc (real-time and non-real time)
Principles of QoS QoS Options for IP Networks Class-based QoS The LTE QoS Framework Principles of Trafc Engineering Introduction to MPLS MPLS Architecture Label Distribution in an MPLS Network The Label Distribution Protocol Distribution Procedures Label Switch Router Operation MPLS Management Trafc Engineering Generalised MPLS (GMPLS) MPLS Security MPLS with Frame Relay and ATM
EPC Procedures
Mobility Registration Session Control QoS Control
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Operating Effectively
Internal Organisation
Major Divisions and Responsibilities
Email training@telecomsacademy.com
Key Functions Interrelationships Processes and Procedure Flows Marketing and Sales Provisioning Engineering Processes Fault Reporting and Rectication Billing and Charging Customer Care Facilities Operational Support Business Support
Service Types Voice Based Data Services Messaging Content and Media Adding Value for the User Accessing the Services Increasing Revenue Evaluating Customer Needs Loyalty/Churn Issues Establishing a Brand Marketing Campaigns Examples
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Project Management
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Financial resourcing and planning Project management planning cycle Risk analysis and treatment in Project
management
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NGOSS Explained
The IEEE 802.16 Standards The Role of the WiMAX Forum WiMAX Services and Applications Example WiMAX Deployments Adding Mobility WiMAX Evolution and 802.16m The IEEE 802.11 Standards Generic Access to 3GPP Networks The Multi-Access Network Integration Generic Wireless Access Procedures Fixed Access Architectures for Converged Networks Wireless Technology Comparison
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I have no hesitation in recommending their products as excellent and good value for money! The material is of the highest quality, well packaged and most relevant to the topic. Instructors are all very competent and suitably informed of telco dynamics within their respective elds.
EJ, MTN
BRIDGING
Foundation in Telecoms (3 Modules)
INTEGRATED
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Course Length Price (+VAT) 6 Modules 9 Modules 9 Modules 2,345 2,745 2,745
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The course provided meaningful insights about industry, technology and future development. RS, ERNST & YOUNG An excellent course. A must-have course for any executive of a telecoms organisation. SE, NIGERIAN COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION It has really broadened my knowledge of current technologies used in the mobile telecoms industry. IAS, M-TEL I would unreservedly recommend the Telecoms Academy.
TL, MICROSOFT
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Diploma in LTE & Advanced Communications (I5ZQL)
Standard Diploma Programme 6 Modules Bridging Foundation Diploma Programme 9 Modules Integrated Diploma Programme 9 Modules
5. FINANCE
Note: Fees are due by the start of the course or on receipt of your invoice whichever is soonest. Tick box(es) as appropriate. Standard Diploma Programme: 2345 + VAT Bridging Foundation-Diploma Programme: 2745 + VAT Integrated Diploma Programme: 2745 + VAT Im booking before 26 September 2012, please apply early bird discount Please tick box indicating your method of payment: Credit Card Bank Transfer
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S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 S9 LTE Radio Network Planning IP-based Core Network Dimensioning Service Delivery and the IMS Trafc Engineering, QoS and MPLS in IP Networks Operating Effectively Marketing Next Generation Services WiMAX and other non-3GPP Access Technologies Project Management in Telecoms Digital Television and IPTV
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