WCDMA RAN W11 Training Programs. Catalog of Course Descriptions

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1 WCDMA RAN W11 Training Programs Catalog of Course Descriptions

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3 Catalog of Course Descriptions INTRODUCTION...5 CPP NODE FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS...7 ERICSSON WCDMA SYSTEM OVERVIEW...11 ERICSSON WCDMA W11 HSPA SYSTEM TECHNIQUES...15 RBS 6000 IN A NUTSHELL...19 RBS 6000 OVERVIEW...21 WCDMA EVO CONTROLLER OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION...25 WCDMA RAN W11 ACCESS TRANSPORT NETWORK DESIGN...29 WCDMA RAN W11 DESIGN...33 WCDMA RAN W11 FIELD MAINTENANCE...37 WCDMA RAN W11 FUNCTIONALITY...41 WCDMA RAN W11 NODE B COMMISSIONING...45 WCDMA RAN W11 OPERATION...49 WCDMA RAN W11 PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT AND OPTIMIZATION...53 WCDMA RAN W11 PROTOCOLS AND PROCEDURES...57 WCDMA RAN W11 QUALITY OF SERVICE /03819-FAP Uae Rev: C Commercial in Confidence 3

4 WCDMA RAN W11 RBS 3018 MAINTENANCE...65 WCDMA RAN W11 RBS 3418/3518 AND RRU MAINTENANCE...69 WCDMA RAN W11 RBS 3X16 MAINTENANCE...73 WCDMA RAN W11 RNC 3820 CONFIGURATION...77 WCDMA RAN W11 RXI 821/861 OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION...81 WCDMA RAN W11 TRANSPORT NETWORK SYSTEM TECHNIQUES...85 WCDMA RAN W11 TROUBLESHOOTING...89 WCDMA RAN W11, DELTA...93 WCDMA RBS 6102 FIELD MAINTENANCE...97 WCDMA RBS 6201 FIELD MAINTENANCE WCDMA RBS 6202 FIELD MAINTENANCE WCDMA RBS 6601 FIELD MAINTENANCE WCDMA W11 AIR INTERFACE /03819-FAP Uae Rev: C Commercial in Confidence 4

5 Introduction Ericsson has developed a comprehensive Training Programs service to satisfy the competence needs of our customers, from exploring new business opportunities to expertise required for operating a network. The Training Programs service is delineated into packages that have been developed to offer clearly defined, yet flexible training to target system and technology areas. Each package is divided into flows, to target specific functional areas within your organization for optimal benefits. Service delivery is supported using various delivery methods including: Icon Delivery Method Instructor Led Training (ILT) LIV Virtual Classroom Training (VCT) elearning (WBL) Workshop (WS) Short Article (SA) Structured Knowledge Transfer (SKT) mlearning Job duty analysis (JDA) Competence GAP Analysis (CGA) 225/03819-FAP Uae Rev: C Commercial in Confidence 5

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7 CPP Node Features and Functions LZU R10A Description Ericsson s WCDMA Radio Access Network (RAN) nodes, namely the RNC, RBS and RXIand the Mobile Media Gateway (M-MGw) are based on Connectivity Packet Platform (CPP). This course is designed to get an overview of the CPP, the functions of CPP-based nodes, as well as relating the functionality of each CPP node to the boards in that node. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 List the Connectivity Packet Platform nodes in the GSM and WCDMA network 1.1 List the data rates supported by the main mobile access technologies 1.2 Explain on an overview level the function of the following WCDMA CPP nodes: M- MGw, RNC, RBS and RXI 1.3 Explain the difference between IP/Ethernet and ATM as transport options in the WCDMA RAN 1.4 List the main interfaces in the WCDMA RAN where IP/Ethernet can be used as an alternative to ATM 2 Understand the major concepts related to the Connectivity Packet Platform 2.1 Explain on an overview level the Connectivity Packet Platform (CPP) hardware 2.2 Explain the processor hierarchy in a CPP node 2.3 List the function, features and capacity of the General purpose Processor Board (GPB) 2.4 List the function, features and capacity of the Switch Core Board (SCB) and Switch Extension Board (SXB) and the CMX Board 2.5 List the function, features and capacity of the ET-MC1, ET-M3, ET-M4, ET-MF4, ET- MC41, ET-MF41, ET-MFG, ET-MFX and ET-IPG Boards 2.6 List the function, features and capacity of the Timing Unit Board 3 Explain on overview level the features and functions of the M-MGw 3.1 List the M-MGw roles 3.2 List the M-MGw specific boards 3.3 List and explain at an overview level the Media Stream Functions in the M-MGw 3.4 Explain on an overview level the M-MGw Modules and hardware configurations 4 Explain on overview level the features and functions of a WCDMA-RNC 4.1 Explain the role of the RNC in the Core Network connectivity 4.2 Explain the role of the RNC in mobility scenarios

8 4.3 List the RNC Specific boards 4.4 Explain the concept of the RNC Module 4.5 Explain the RNC hardware configuration for both RNC3810 and RNC Explain on overview level the features and functions of a WCDMA-RBS 5.1 Explain the power control features in the RBS 5.2 Explain on overview level the High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) features 5.3 List the RBS 3000 WCDMA Product family 5.4 List the RBS 3000 Specific hardware 5.5 List the RBS 6000 Product family 5.6 List the RBS 6000 Specific hardware for WCDMA 6 Explain on overview level the features and functions of the RXI 6.1 List the RXI Product Family 6.2 List the transport network topologies where the RXI can be used 6.3 List and explain the ATM-services provided by RXI 6.4 Explain the hardware architecture of the RXI 820 and RXI Explain the hardware architecture of the RXI 821 and 861 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Field Technician, Service Engineer and System Engineer Since this course is an overview of all the CPP based nodes, it is also suitable for anyone wishing to get an overview of these products. Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons and theoretical exercises given in a classroom environment. 225/03819-FAP Uae Rev: C Commercial in Confidence 8

9 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 3G Network Introduction 1 hour Connectivity Packet Platform M-MGw Features and Functions RNC Features and Functions RBS 3000 and RBS 6000 Features and Functions RXI Features and Functions 1.5 hours 1 hour 1 hour 1 hour 0.5 hour 225/03819-FAP Uae Rev: C Commercial in Confidence 9

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11 Ericsson WCDMA System Overview LZU R10A Description Do you need to understand what 3rd generation systems are all about? Do you get lost when people talk about Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA) system? This course explains the purpose of the WCDMA Core, Radio, and Service Network Elements together with the standardization of the WCDMA access network. In addition, the participants will learn how Ericsson s mobile core network solution connects to external networks such as WCDMA Radio Access Networks, PSTN Networks, PABXs, IMS/VoIP networks or other Mobile Networks. The focus is on general principles rather than specific technical details. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Detail the nodes and interface in WCDMA Network 1.1 Explain the idea of the converged industries and the layered core network 1.2 Present the 3GPP network model, and Ericsson network 1.3 Explain on overview level the functionality of each node and its architecture 1.4 Show some statistics about WCDMA today and the market trend related to technology 2 Understand the standardization bodies involved in 3rd generation 2.1 Distinguish the Standardization bodies involved in the WCDMA Systems 2.2 Give in own words why standards are important in Telecommunications 2.3 Acknowledge what standardization bodies are, and what are their functions 2.4 Express the concept of full duplex communication, and FDD. 2.5 State the frequency bands and systems chosen for the different areas 3 Explain on an overview level the Ericsson Mobile Core Network Solution 3.1 Explain on an overview level the architecture of the mobile core network 3.2 Describe the Mobile Softswitch Solution Detail the architecture and functions of the MSC-Server 14 and M-MGW Describe the two nodes involved in the P.S, domain of the core network 3.5 Recall the transport domain, and the various transport technologies used 3.6 Describe interconnections and protocols in the C.S. and P.S. Domains 3.7 Identify the function of the main database nodes 3.8 Explain basic traffic cases in the Mobile Softswitch Solution 4 Explain the 3rd Generation Radio Access Network

12 4.1 Explain various access techniques 4.2 State the coding types used in WCDMA, and how they prevent interference in the uplink and downlink 4.3 Recognize the Importance of power control 4.4 List the different handover scenarios in terms of soft, softer and hard handover 4.5 Acknowledge the architecture of the Ericsson RAN Nodes RNC and RBS 4.6 Identify the basic principles of HSDPA and EUL 5 Detail the Network Services involved in WCDMA 5.1 Acknowledge the functions of the service layer 5.2 Detail various terminal technologies and platforms used 5.3 Identify the difference between Applications and enablers, and detail some of the more common enablers 5.4 Explain Mobile Positioning, MMS and Messaging Over IP 5.5 Acknowledge the architecture and operation of the IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineers, Service Design Engineers, Network Design Engineers, Network Deployment Engineers, Service Deployment Engineers, System Technicians, Service Technicians, System Engineers, Service Engineers, Field Technicians, System Administrators, Application Developers, Business Developers Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: The participants should be familiar with general telecom technologies. Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment. 225/03819-FAP Uae Rev: C Commercial in Confidence 12

13 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 Network Introduction 1 hours Standardization Mobile Core Network Solution 1 hours 4 hours 2 Circuit Switched and Packet Switched traffic cases 1 hours WCDMA Radio Access Network Technology Service Network and IP Multimedia 4 hours 1 hours 225/03819-FAP Uae Rev: C Commercial in Confidence 13

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15 Ericsson WCDMA W11 HSPA System Techniques LZU R2A Description Have you ever wondered about Ericsson's High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) techniques or the modulation methods such as 16QAM and 64QAM, channel structure and functionality of HSDPA and EUL? Well, wonder no more; this course demystifies Ericsson s HSPA solution for WCDMA network. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the main principle of HSPA 1.1 Explain the background and history of HSPA 1.2 Describe Short 2 ms TTI for HSDPA 1.3 Explain Shared Channel Transmission for HSDPA 1.4 Explain HSDPA Higher Order Modulation from QPSK to 16/64 QAM 1.5 Explain HSDPA Fast Link Adaptation 1.6 Explain Fast Channel-dependent Scheduling for HSDPA 1.7 Explain HSDPA Fast Hybrid ARQ with Soft Combining 1.8 Describe HSDPA Dynamic Power allocation 1.9 Explain 2X2 MIMO 1.10 Explain Multi Carrier 1.11 Explain Multi carrier vs MIMO vs 64QAM 1.12 List the UE capabilities for HSDPA 1.13 Describe the basic principles for EUL in Ericsson 1.14 Explain the EUL transmitter architecture and bitrates 1.15 Describe EUL Cell Edge Coverage and power scaling 1.16 List the EUL UE categories 2 List and describe the HSPA transport channels & physical channels 2.1 List the New Transport Channels & Physical Channels for HSDPA 2.2 Explain the new Transport Channels & Physical Channels for HSDPA 2.3 Explain the function of HS-DSCH - High-Speed Downlink Shared Channel 2.4 Explain how the SRB can be carried by HSDPA 2.5 Explain the function of HS-PDSCH, High Speed - Physical Downlink Shared Channel 2.6 Explain the function of HS-SCCH, High Speed - Shared Control Channel 2.7 Explain the function of HS-DPCCH, High Speed Dedicated Physical Control Main 2.8 Explain the function of A-DCH, Associated Dedicated Channel 2.9 Explain the function of F-DPCH, Fractional Dedicated Physical Channel

16 2.10 Detail the EUL Physical and transport Channel Structure 2.11 Explain the EUL Hybrid ARQ 2.12 Explain the use of EUL soft combining 2.13 Explain EUL multiple HARQ processes 2.14 Explain EUL redundancy versions 2.15 Enhanced uplink transmission, CPC 2.16 Explain the essence of Power Control for EUL 2.17 Describe the near far problem and non-orthogonality 2.18 Detail the EUL modified outer loop 2.19 Explain the Beta factors 3 Explain Protocol architecture details (MAC-hs, MAC-ehs, MAC-es, MAC-e, HS- DSCH FP and E-DCH FP) 3.1 Detail the data flow when HS-DSCH is employed 3.2 Explain in detail the MAC-hs PDU 3.3 Explain the Transport Block Sizes for HS-DSCH 3.4 Explain Transport Format selection 3.5 Explain Transport Format indication 3.6 List the MAC-hs function at network - and at UE side 3.7 Describe the HSDPA Flow Control 3.8 Describe the L1/L2 protocols and functions of EUL 3.9 Explain what does Enhanced L2 functionality include 3.10 Detail the EUL uplink data flow 3.11 Explain the use of Transport Formats 3.12 Describe the EUL Flow Control 4 Explain capacity management for HSPA 4.1 Explain in detail the Code Control for HSDPA 4.2 Detail power measurements for HSDPA 4.3 Explain the Allocation and Retention Priority (ARP) 4.4 Explain Admission and Congestion Control for HSDPA 4.5 Explain the operation of HSDPA Inter Frequency Load Sharing. 4.6 Details HSDPA Load Sharing 4.7 Describe the basics of EUL capacity management 4.8 Describe admission control 4.9 List the dedicated monitored resources 4.10 Describe the EUL congestion control 4.11 Explain Soft Congestion of 2 ms EUL users 4.12 Explain power control to improve the EUL performance by lowering the UL interference 4.13 Explain EUL Cell Edge Coverage 4.14 Explain UL efficiency - DCH/EUL load balancing 5 Understand the scheduler for HSDPA and EUL 5.1 Explain the use of QoS and Scheduling Priority Indicator (SPI) 5.2 Explain the resource sharing in HSDPA 5.3 Explain the different scheduling algorithms and priority factors

17 5.4 Explain HSDPA minimum bit rate scheduling 5.5 Describe the mapping of external ARP to HSDPA Scheduling Priority Indicator (SPI) 5.6 Describe how a minimum bit rate can be achieved on HSDPA 5.7 Explain the EUL scheduling basics 5.8 List the EUL shared resources 5.9 Describe the control signaling for EUL scheduler 5.10 Compare EUL scheduled and serving grants 5.11 Explain the EUL scheduling request 5.12 EUL Single HARQ process scheduling 5.13 Explain relative grant 5.14 EUL Scheduler enhancements 6 Explain Mobility Management for HSPA 6.1 Detail the Measurement Handling for HSDPA 6.2 Explain the HS-DSCH Cell selection 6.3 Explain A-DCH Soft and Softer Handover for HSDPA 6.4 Explain Serving Hs-DSCH Cell Change 6.5 Explain coverage triggered downswitch to DCH 6.6 Explain HS-DSCH Cell Selection (throughput-triggered upswitch and downswitch) 6.7 Explain HS-DSCH Radio Connection Supervision 6.8 Explain the EUL mobility 6.9 Describe the EUL serving cell concept 6.10 Describe E-DCH cell selection and cell change 6.11 Describe EUL soft and softer handover 6.12 Describe when leaving EUL coverage 6.13 Explain IF/IRAT mobility for HSPA 6.14 Explain CPM on HSPA 6.15 Explain Fast Dormancy Handling 6.16 Explain High speed downlink for FACH 7 Explain HSPA+ 7.1 Explain HSPA MIMO 7.2 Explain Pre-coder for power balancing 7.3 Explain HSPA Multi Carrier 7.4 Enhanced downlink reception, CPC 7.5 Describe 64QAM and MIMO Combination 7.6 Describe HSDPA Multi-Carrier with MIMO 7.7 Describe Dual Band HSDPA Multi Carrier 7.8 Describe additional HSPA RABS for smartphones 7.9 Details HSPA+ deployment strategies 7.10 Case study 8 Explain HSPA implementation 8.1 Explain HS-TX & RAX Board 8.2 Details Channel Element Usage for EUL 8.3 Describe DUW in RBS3000 and RBS6000

18 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Design Engineers, Network Design Engineers, System Engineers, and Service Engineers. Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: WCDMA W11 Air Interface LZU WCDMA RAN W11 Protocols and Procedures LZU WCDMA RAN W11 Functionality LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 5 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) Basic Principles of HSPA 1 Transport Channels & Physical Channels for HSPA 2 Transport Channels & Physical Channels for HSPA, continue Protocol Architecture Details 3 Capacity Management Schedulers 4 Schedulers, continue Mobility 5 HSPA + HSPA Implementation 5 hours 1 hours 3 hours 3 hours 4 hours 2 hours 2 hours 4 hours 5 hours 1 hours

19 RBS 6000 in a Nutshell LZU R1A Description This WBL course is intended to give the participant an overview of the RBS 6000 series. Are you interested in the latest RBS technology from Ericsson. The RBS 6000 Overview course will guide you thought the concept and explain you the main benefits of the new architectures. You will learn how the multi-standard concept is implemented, more room for expansion is generated and how you can lower the power consumption of your network for greater sustainability. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe on an overview level the RBS 6000 Platform 2 Describe the generic building and form structure used in RBS Describe on an overview level the building practice 4 Explain the advantages of multi-standard RBS 5 Describe how more room for expansions is generated 6 Compare the power consumption of a RBS 6000 to today s technologies 7 Understand how WCDMA is implemented in the RBS Describe on block level which boards and units gives the WCDMA Functionality 8 Understand how LTE is implemented in the RBS Describe on block level which boards and units gives the LTE Functionality 9 Understand how GSM is implemented in the RBS Describe on block level which boards and units gives the GSM Functionality Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Technician Service Technician System Engineers

20 Service Engineers Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with the WCDMA, GSM and LTE on overview level. Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 hour. Learning situation This is a web-based interactive training course with multimedia content.

21 RBS 6000 Overview LZU R2A Description The new RBS 6000 product family is the compact multi standard base stations used in GSM, WCDMA and LTE networks. The focus of this course is to cover all RBS models used by Ericsson in the current market. We will explain the RBS 6000 units, block diagram, technical specifications and optional units. Installation, operation and maintenance procedures will be briefly described. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Recognize and identify the main components of Radio Access Network, RBS Site Solutions and RBS 6000 basic functions. 1.1 Give a high level overview on the GSM, WCDMA and LTE Network nodes 1.2 Outline the RBS main functions 1.3 Give an outline of the sustainable solutions for RBS 6000 site 1.4 Describe how more room for expansion is generated 1.5 Compare the power consumption of a RBS 6000 to today s technologies 1.6 Describe Antenna, TMA, Site Transmission and Power Backup System for different RBSs 1.7 Understand the Power Supply, external cables and antenna connections for the RBS Describe on an overview level the RBS 6000 Platform and understand how Radio Access for various radio technologies is implemented in the RBS Describe the generic building and form structure used in RBS Describe on an overview level the building practice 2.3 Describe on block level which boards and units gives the WCDMA Functionality 2.4 Describe on block level which boards and units gives the LTE Functionality 2.5 Describe on block level which boards and units gives the GSM Functionality 2.6 Explain the advantages of multi-standard RBS 3 Detail the RBS 6000 portfolio for compact macro, full-size macro, main-remote and micro RBS 3.1 Describe the compact outdoor macro base station RBS Describe the full size macro base station RBS Describe the full size macro base station RBS Describe the full size macro base station RBS 6202

22 3.5 Describe the compact main-remote base station RBS Describe the main remote/micro RBS Outline the main Operation and Maintenance tools for RBS 6000 Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Engineer and Field Technician Technician and Engineers that would like to get an introduction to the RBS 6000 family and corresponding Site Products. Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview LZU GSM System Survey LZU LTE/SAE - System Overview LZU Or WCDMA RAN Overview (WBL) LZU GSM Radio Network Overview (WBL) LZU LTE/SAE in Nutshell (WBL) LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment.

23 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 Introduction 0.5 hour Radio Access Network, RBS Site Solutions and RBS 6000 basic functions RBS 6000 Platform RBS 6101 RBS 6102 RBS 6201 RBS hour 1 hour 0.5 hour 0.5 hour 0.5 hour 0.5 hour

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25 WCDMA EVO Controller Operation and Configuration LZU R1A Description The WCDMA RNC EVO Controller is introduced to meet the future demand on RAN networks and some key characteristics will be capacity and flexibility demands. This course introduces the participants to the new Node controller and covers operational procedures as well as configuration procedures of WCDMA RNC EVO Controller. This course also introduces the participants in the handling of hardware and software and the administration of routine Operation and Maintenance tasks, including network status and performance data collection monitoring with the help of OSS-RC. The course also covers the procedures and tools for Fault Management and Fault Handling within the WCDMA RNC EVO Controller. The course covers basic Ethernet and IP concepts along with the Managed Objects that are used for configuring the functionality in the RAN nodes. Interfaces for IP transport option covered are Iub, Iu-PS, Iu-CS and Iur. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the WCDMA RAN System 1.1 Describe the applications and services provided by 3G networks 1.2 Explain the role and position of the WCDMA RAN in 3G networks 1.3 Describe the architecture of the WCDMA RAN 1.4 Describe the WCDMA RAN Operation and Maintenance System 1.5 List the main features of OSS-RC for WCDMA RAN W11B. 1.6 Explain in detail the management model layers, in terms of functions and roles. 1.7 Explain the O&M intranet and O&M Infrastructure, supporting OSS-RC. 1.8 Explain the four O&M categories: Configuration, Fault, Performance and Security Management 1.9 List the applications used in WCDMA RAN Operation and Maintenance 1.10 Identify the impact of security features implemented in the WCDMA RAN 2 Explain the WCDMA RAN system in terms of architecture and subsystems, EVO Controller 2.1 Describe the WCDMA RAN System Architecture and its partition in Radio Network Subsystems 2.2 Explain the role and functions of a Radio Network Subsystem 2.3 Explain the role of the Iu, Iur and Iub interfaces 2.4 Describe the role and architecture of the RNC-RBS subsystem

26 2.5 Describe the WCDMA RNC EVO Controller products 2.6 Explain about EVO CONTROLLER hardware and software such as EPB (EVO Processing Board), CAX(Cabinet Switch) and Ethernet Switch (SCXB and CMXB) 3 Explore the Customer Product Information (CPI) 3.1 Explain the CPI Library structure 3.2 Browse and search a CPI library with ALEX 3.3 Explain operational instructions (OPI) and maintain the node according to the OPI. 3.4 Describe additional information on an alarm and solve the problem with the help of the CPI and Element Manager 4 Perform basic WCDMA EVO Fault Management, EVO hardware and software Management, Configuration Management procedures using OSS-RC and Element Manager 4.1 Explain the Fault Management Model and fault categories 4.2 Describe the Fault Management process in the WCDMA RAN 4.3 Follow Fault Handling procedures 4.4 Use Fault handling applications in OSS-RC and Element Manager 4.5 Explain the hardware and software architecture in WCDMA RAN nodes 4.6 Describe the file system implementation of EVO Controller based nodes 4.7 Describe and manage the Configuration Versions for a WCDMA RAN node 4.8 Explain the main Hardware and Software Management procedures for a WCDMA RAN: Equipment Handling, Software Management and Upgrade Processes. 4.9 Describe the main steps in the Design and Integration of a WCDMA RAN 4.10 Explain the WCDMA RAN Configuration Service Framework 4.11 Describe the Transport Network (TN) Configuration process 4.12 Explain Common Explorer (CEX) in OSS-RC 4.13 Explain the Fallback Area principle 4.14 Explain the concept of Transport Redundancy 4.15 List the main applications used in Transport and Radio network configuration in OSS-RC 5 Configure Iu and Iur interface 5.1 Describe the protocol stacks for Iu-CS, Iu-PS and Iur over IP/Ethernet. 5.2 Explain how IP connectivity is implemented on the WCDMA RNC EVO Controller 5.3 Explain the function of protocols and concepts such as IPAcessHosts, SCTP and Multi-Homing and M3UA. 5.4 Configure the Iu Control Plane over IP/Ethernet 5.5 Configure Iu-CS User Plane over IP/Ethernet 5.6 Configure Iu-PS User Plane over IP/Ethernet 5.7 Describe the Iur Control and User Plane over IP/Ethernet 6 Configure Iub 6.1 Explain the protocol stack for Iub transmission over IP/Ethernet 6.2 Understand concepts such as RNC Modules, Iub links, Radio Network and Transport Network 6.3 Configure the common and RBS Site Specific definitions for Iub over IP in the RNC EVO Controller.

27 6.4 Explain what the Iub feature is and how it is configured. 7 Configure the Cell Network 7.1 Explain how WCDMA radio parameters are mapped onto the cell network 7.2 Configure Location, Routing and Service Areas, UTRAN Registration Areas, MBMS Service and Cell Broadcast Areas 7.3 Configure UTRAN Cells 7.4 Configure UTRAN Channels 7.5 Configure UTRAN/GSM Neighbor Relations Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineers, Service Design Engineers, Network Design Engineers, Network Deployment Engineers, Service Deployment Engineers, System Technicians, Service Technicians, System Engineers, Service Engineers and Field Technicians. Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview LZU OSS-RC Overview LZU IP in WCDMA Radio Access Network LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 5 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools, which are accessed remotely. All practical configuration exercises will be carried out using Element Manager.

28 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 WCDMA RAN System Overview 2.0 WCDMA RAN System Description 1.5 EVO Controller Overview 2.0 CPI Overview WCDMA EVO Fault Management (Theory) 1.5 WCDMA EVO Fault Management ( Practical) 1.5 WCDMA EVO Hardware and Software Management (Theory) 1.5 WCDMA EVO Hardware and Software Management (Practical) WCDMA EVO Configuration Management (Theory) 1.5 WCDMA EVO Configuration Management (Practical) 1.5 Iu and Iur over IP Configuration (Theory) Iu and Iur over IP Configuration (Theory - Continue) 1.0 Iu and Iur over IP Configuration (Practical) 3.0 Configuring Iub (Theory) Configuring Iub (Practical) 2.0 Configuring Cell Network (Theory & Practical) 3.0 Course review and conclusion 1.0

29 WCDMA RAN W11 Access Transport Network Design LZU R2A Description How can the WCDMA Access Network be dimensioned when very different types of services must be accommodated? With the introduction of High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA), Enhanced Uplink (EUL) and Multimedia Broadcast Multicast Service (MBMS) how can these demands be balanced with those of Circuit Switched and Release 99 (R99) Packet Services? How is link dimensioning performed using ATM and/or IP? What Node transmission capacity is required to meet the Network traffic demands? With the help of the WCDMA RAN W11A Access Network Design course the attendees will learn how Access Network design tasks are performed according to the latest Ericsson W11B guidelines. This new competence will be tested on sample dimensioning exercises using a PC, that cover R99, HSDPA, EUL and MBMS using ATM and IP. With the guidance of the instructor the mysteries of Access Transport Network design will be uncovered reducing wasted time back at work. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe the nodes and interfaces that make up the WCDMA Radio Access Network (RAN) 1.1 Define the WCDMA Access Transport Network design process 1.2 Describe the type of traffic carried by the WCDMA RAN interfaces 2 Explain the Radio Access Bearer (RAB) concept 2.1 Explain the difference between conversational, streaming, interactive and background traffic classes 2.2 List the RABs supported by the Ericsson W11A WCDMA RAN 2.3 Convert Circuit Switched (CS) traffic requirements from BHCA/MHT to me 2.4 Convert R99 Packet Switched (PS) traffic requirements from kbps to kbyte/h 2.5 Convert High Speed Packet Switched (HSxPA) traffic requirements from GByte/month to kbyte/bh 2.6 Calculate the Average Subscriber Traffic Profile for a given traffic requirement and subscriber numbers 3 Explain the ATM Functionality of the W11A RAN Transport Network 3.1 Explain the difference between Plesiochronous Digital Hierarchy (PDH) and

30 Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH) 3.2 Explain the basic ATM Cell structure and the ATM Service Categories used in the WCDMA RAN 3.3 Explain the operation of ATM Adaptation Layer 2 (AAL2) and how its Call Admission Control (CAC) handles class A, B, C and D traffic 3.4 Explain basic ATM topologies used in the W11A WCDMA RAN. 3.5 List the ETBs that support ATM in the WCDMA RAN 4 Perform ATM Transport Network dimensioning 4.1 Explain how strict QoS dimensioned is performed using the Kaufman-Roberts (K-R) principle 4.2 Explain how Best Effort (BE) dimensioning is performed using the Elastic dimensioning principle 4.3 Explain how HSDPA, EUL and MBMS are dimensioned. 4.4 Perform ATM link dimensioning 5 Explain the IP Functionality of the W11A RAN Transport Network 5.1 Explain how IP and Ethernet fit into the protocol layers in the WCDMA RAN 5.2 Explain the basic structure of an IP Packet and Ethernet frame 5.3 Explain how Quality of Service (QoS) is achieved using IP and Ethernet 5.4 Explain the operation of the optional feature Unified ATM/IP Admission Control for Iub 5.5 Explain the Soft congestion based on Iub algorithm and associated parameters 5.6 Explain some of the basic IP topologies used in the W11A WCDMA RAN 5.7 List the ETBs that support IP/Ethernet in the WCDMA RAN 5.8 Explain the Ethernet Jumbo Frame on the Iu PS 6 Perform IP link dimensioning for networks supporting only one priority queue 6.1 Explain how IP link dimensioning is performed for networks supporting only one priority queue 6.2 Explain how the peak cell throughput is calculated based on the RBS configuration 6.3 Explain how Over Dimensioning (OD) is used to calculate the NBAP and O&M capacity requirements 6.4 Perform link dimensioning when only one priority queue is supported by the IP/Ethernet link 7 Perform IP link dimensioning for networks supporting more than one priority queue 7.1 Explain how IP link dimensioning is performed for networks supporting more than one priority queue 7.2 Explain the differences between Best Effort (BE) and strict Quality of Service (QoS) traffic requirements 7.3 Explain the Elastic Dimensioning principal used to calculate the capacity requirement of BE traffic 7.4 Explain how the Kaufman-Roberts (K-R) principle is used to calculate the capacity requirement of strict QoS traffic 7.5 Explain the Joint Elastic Dimensioning principal used to calculate the combined capacity requirement of BE and strict QoS traffic sharing the same IP/Ethernet link 7.6 Perform link dimensioning when more than one priority queue is supported by the

31 IP/Ethernet link 8 Explain the various cases for using ATM and/or IP in the WCDMA RAN 8.1 Explain transport redundancy MSP 1+1 bidirectional feature 8.2 Explain how Synchronization is performed in the W11A WCDMA RAN for ATM and IP Networks 8.3 Explain the operation of the optional feature Unified ATM/IP Admission Control for Iub 8.4 Explain the Soft congestion based on Iub algorithm and associated parameters 8.5 Explain how the Iub flow control mechanisms operate for R99 DCH, HSDPA and EUL traffic 9 Explain WCDMA RAN Node dimensioning for ATM and IP Transport Networks 9.1 Explain the WCDMA RAN node transmission dimensioning principles 9.2 Explain the RBS 3000 and 6000 transmission capabilities and configurations 9.3 Explain the RXI transmission capabilities and configurations. 9.4 Explain the RNC 3810 and 3820 transmission capabilities and configurations 9.5 Dimension the WCDMA Access Transport nodes (RBS, RXI and RNC) Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineer, Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer This audience is responsible for the dimensioning and design of the Access Transport Network Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System Overview LZU OSS-RC Overview LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 4 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons with practical exercises using a PC running Excel.

32 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 Introduction 3G Services and Traffic ATM Transport Network Functionality 2 hours 2 hours 2 hours 2 ATM Link Dimensioning (including exercises) 6 hours 3 IP Transport Network Functionality IP Link Dimensioning for 1 Priority Queue (including exercise) IP Link Dimensioning for more than 1 Priority Queue (including exercise) 4 ATM and IP in the WCDMA RAN WCDMA RAN Node Dimensioning (including exercises) 2 hours 1 hours 3 hours 2 hours 4 hours

33 WCDMA RAN W11 Design LZU R2A Description How can a Radio Access Network (RAN) be dimensioned when coverage and capacity have such a strong impact in WCDMA? How should High Speed Uplink and Downlink Packet access (HSDPA/HSUPA) be dimensioned? Given the range of Radio Access Bearers (RABs) available in the Ericsson W11 RAN, what is the best way to dimension them? What is the best way to design neighboring cell lists for inter-frequency and intrafrequency handover? What is second carrier deployment strategy? How to handle smartphone blooming issue in Radio Network? With the help of the WCDMA Radio Network Design course the attendees will learn how Radio Network design tasks are performed according to the latest Ericsson guidelines. This new competence will be tested on PC based exercises using the Ericsson Radio Network Proposal Tool that cover R99 and HSPA dimensioning. The principles of multi carrier dimensioning are also described in detail as are the principles of neighboring cell list design, UTRAN Registration Area design, channel element dimensioning and scrambling code design. Besides, RBS and transmitter interference issues are also explained in details. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the various WCDMA cell planning steps 1.1 Explain the various WCMDA Radio Network Design stages and the tools involved 1.2 Explain Ericsson s Radio Network Proposal Tool RNPT for use by Ericsson staff 1.3 Explain how OSS-RC fits into the Radio Network Design Process 1.4 Describe briefly the function of TEMS CellPlanner and TEMS Investigation 2 Explain what is meant by traffic requirements 2.1 Explain the difference between conversational, streaming, interactive and background traffic classes 2.2 List the RABs supported by the Ericsson W11 WCDMA RAN 2.3 Convert Circuit Switched (CS) traffic requirements from BHCH/MHT to me 2.4 Convert R99 Packet Switched (PS) traffic requirements from kbps to kbyte/h 2.5 Convert High Speed Packet Switched (HSxPA) traffic requirements from GByte/month to kbyte/bh. Show the typical numbers of HSPA users that can be supported in a cell 2.6 Calculate the Average Subscriber Traffic Profile for a given traffic requirement and subscriber numbers

34 3 Calculate uplink and downlink Mpole values for a cell and estimate the load 3.1 Explain the 3GPP channel models used for Radio Network Design 3.2 Use the Ericsson formulae to calculate the uplink and downlink Mpole values for cells serving these channel models 3.3 Explain how single (ErlangB) and multi-service (K-R) blocking probabilities are calculated 3.4 Calculate the load on a cell serving a given number of CS and PS users 4 Perform link budget calculations 4.1 Explain link budget margins, losses and gains 4.2 Perform uplink and downlink link budget calculations 5 Perform Radio Network Dimensioning for R99 services 5.1 Use the Ericsson RNPT to perform R99 dimensioning tasks 6 Dimension High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) 6.1 List the HSDPA and EUL Common Resources 6.2 List the HSDPA and EUL Channel Structure 6.3 List the HSDPA and EUL terminal categories 6.4 Explain HSPA dimensioning methodology 6.5 Explain HSPA channels power calculation 6.6 Use the Ericsson RNPT to perform HSPA dimensioning tasks 7 Explain the WCDMA RAN deployment aspects 7.1 Explain the Ericsson Common Channel planning process 7.2 Explain the dimensioning of Downlink Code 7.3 Explain the Ericsson second carrier deployment Strategy 7.4 Explain the use of hierarchical cell structures 7.5 Explain the use of service offsets in the WCDMA RAN 7.6 Describe neighbor cell list planning for intra-frequency, inter-frequency and IRAThandover 7.7 Describe UTRAN Registration Area planning 7.8 Explain RAN Power Save 8 List the RBSs in Ericsson s RBS 3000 and RBS 6000 Family 8.1 Explain RBS 3000 and RBS 6000 variants 8.2 Explain the use of the Antenna System Controller (ASC) 8.3 Explain the Ericsson Channel Element dimensioning principle 8.4 Perform simple Channel Element dimensioning calculations 8.5 Explain the various antenna down tilt methods 8.6 List some antennas offered by Ericsson 9 Explain on overview level the transmitter interference characteristics 9.1 Explain Adjacent Channel Leakage Ratio (ACLR) and spurious emissions 9.2 Describe the receiver interference characteristics 9.3 Explain Adjacent Channel Selectivity (ACS) and receiver blocking 9.4 Explain Adjacent Channel Interference Ratio (ACIR) 9.5 Explain the co-existence problems that can appear, in particular for WCDMA and GSM as well as WCDMA and LTE

35 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Design Engineer and Network Design Engineer. This audience is responsible for the dimensioning and design of the Radio Access Network. Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: WCDMA W11 Air Interface LZU WCDMA RAN W11 Protocols and Procedures LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 4 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using tools, which are accessed remotely

36 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 Introduction to Radio Network Design WCDMA services and Traffic WCDMA Capacity 1.5 hours 1.5 hours 3.0 hours 2 WCDMA Coverage R99 Dimensioning Case 3 WCDMA HSPA Dimensioning WCDMA Network Deployment (To be continue) WCDMA Network Deployment (Continue) 3.0 hours 3.0 hours 4.0 hours 2.0 hours 2.0 hours 4 WCDMA Hardware WCDMA Interference Issues 2.0 hours 2.0 hours

37 WCDMA RAN W11 Field Maintenance LZU R1A Description This is a task-based course covering hardware fault localization and hardware replacement for the RNC, RXI and RBS 3106/3206/3107 family. The participants will perform hardware fault localization and replacement on RNC, RXI and RBS 3000 family, all on W11 level of software release, and be familiar with operation and maintenance tools used to manage CPP nodes such as Element Manager and COLI (COmmand line Interface). Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain on overview level the WCDMA RAN Site Concept for RNC and RBS 1.1 Explain the basic WCDMA Radio Access Network. 1.2 Identify the Power and Battery Cabinets on Site. 1.3 Identify Distribution Frame, DF, for Transmission on Site. 1.4 Identify, locate and handle the connection Unit for External Alarms. 1.5 Identify and locate Remote Electrical Tilt (RET). 1.6 Identify the Antenna System Controller (ASC). 1.7 Identify the Dual Tower Mounted Antenna (TMA) Support. 2 Use the Customer Product Information (CPI) 2.1 Explain the CPI Library structure. 2.2 Find information in the Library with use of regular expression. 2.3 Find operational instructions (OPI) and maintain the node according to the OPI. 2.4 Find additional information on an alarm and solve the problem with the help of the CPI and Element Manager. 2.5 Know that different tool kits exists and how to order the tool kits. 3 Use NCLI (Node Command Line Interface) 3.1 Have a basic understanding of the functionality and technology used in COLI and NCLI. 3.2 Be able to connect to and use basic commands within COLI and NCLI. 3.3 Understand the basic concepts of the Managed Object Model. 4 Use the Element manager and understand the concepts behind Object Explorer 4.1 Download and start the Element Manager. 4.2 Access and use the different Views ; Containment, ATM, Equipment, IP, Licensing, Radio Network and the Software. 4.3 Find the alarm list and comment on the Alarms and Events on the Alarm and Event

38 Log. 4.4 Access the property help feature from each window. 4.5 Handling License Key Files, LKF. 5 Perform maintenance on the RNC 3810/ Detail the hardware in RNC 3810/ Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on RNC 3810/ Perform maintenance on the RXI 820/821 and 860/ Describe how the RXI is implemented in the WCDMA RAN 6.2 Detail the hardware in the RXI 820/821 and RXI 860/ List the interfaces connected into an RXI configuration. 6.4 Describe IMA, Inverse Multiplexing of ATM and the difference between channelized and non-channelized STM-1 ports. 6.5 Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on RXI 820 and RXI 860 series. 7 Perform maintenance and configuration tasks on the RBS 3106/3206 types 7.1 Trace the uplink and downlink traffic paths through the RBS 3106/3206 hardware. 7.2 Trace the control and supervision communication throughout the node and the antenna system of an RBS 3106/3206 site. 7.3 Power up/down the RBS 3106/3206 and connect up a thin client to the node. 7.4 Perform preventative maintenance on the RBS 3106/3206 nodes. 7.5 Find Faulty Hardware units and replace them. 7.6 Perform Configuration tasks on the RBS 3106/3206 types. 7.7 Perform configuration version backup and restore on RBS 3106/3206 types. 8 Perform maintenance and configuration tasks on the RBS Trace the uplink and downlink traffic paths through the RBS 3107 hardware. 8.2 Trace the control and supervision communication throughout the node and the antenna system of an RBS 3107 site. 8.3 Power up/down the RBS 3107 and connect up a thin client to the node. 8.4 Perform preventative maintenance on the RBS 3107 node. 8.5 Find Faulty Hardware units and replace them. 8.6 Perform Configuration tasks on the RBS 3107 type. 8.7 Perform configuration version backup and restore on RBS 3107 type. Target audience The target audience for this course is: Field Technicians

39 Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses : Ericsson WCDMA System Overview LZU OSS-RC Overview LZU WCDMA W11 Air Interface (optional) LZU CPP Node Features and Functions LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools.

40 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated Time (hours) 1 WCDMA RAN Site Concept for RNC and RBS Use the Customer Product Information (CPI) Use the Element Manager and Object Explorer of the RNC, RXI and RBS including practical exercises Use the NCLI tool of the RBS including practical exercises 2 Maintain the RNC 3810/3820 Maintain the RXI 820/821 & the RXI 860/861 Maintain the RBS types 3206 & 3106 Maintain the RBS hours 0.5 hour 2.5 hours 2.0 hours 1.0 hour 1.0 hour 3.0 hours 1.0 hour

41 WCDMA RAN W11 Functionality LZU R2A Description Do you want to have full and detailed understanding of WCDMA RAN features and functionalities? If so, the WCDMA RAN W11 Functionality course is designed and developed to give you just that. This course describes the Idle Mode Behavior, how Radio Connection Supervision is carried out, Power Control settings, calculations and functions. The Capacity Management functions and Mobility (Handover & Load Sharing) as well as Channel Switching algorithms will definitely boost your competence and understanding of the WCDMA RAN. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the logical architecture of WCDMA RAN and introduce Radio Functionality 1.1 Detail the logical architecture of the Ericsson WCDMA RAN 1.2 Detail the Radio Functionality supported in the WCDMA RAN 2 Describe the purpose and function of Idle Mode and Common Channel Behavior 2.1 Explain PLMN and Cell selection and reselection 2.2 Explain registration updating procedures 2.3 Explain paging procedures 2.4 Describe the organization of system information 2.5 Explain the Cell Broadcast Service 2.6 Explain the LTE Cell Reselection 3 Explain the purpose and function of Radio Connection Supervision 3.1 Explain how the radio connection supervision is carried out when the UE is using a common channel 3.2 Explain how in-synch and out-of-synch is determined by the radio link set supervision algorithm in the RBS when the UE is using a dedicated channel 3.3 Explain how the RNC supervises radio links (sets) when the UE is using a dedicated channel 4 Describe the purpose and use of the function Power Control 4.1 Explain why inner, outer, and open loop power control is needed 4.2 Configure the power of common control channels 4.3 Explain uplink and downlink open loop power control 4.4 Explain the operation of inner loop power control in normal and compressed mode 4.5 Explain the operation of outer loop power control

42 4.6 Explain the function of RAN Power Save feature 5 Describe the purpose and function of the Capacity Management 5.1 Describe the interaction between the dedicated monitors and the different algorithms 5.2 Explain the Dedicated Resources 5.3 Explain Admission Control 5.4 Explain Congestion Control 6 Explain the purpose and function of Handover and Load sharing 6.1 Distinguish between soft, softer and hard handover 6.2 Explain why soft handover is necessary in a WCDMA system 6.3 Explain Inter-Frequency handover, Inter-RAT handover and Inter-RAT Cell Change 6.4 Detail the handover events trigger 6.5 Describe the purpose of the handover evaluation algorithm 6.6 Explain Core Network Hard Handover and Service Based Handover 6.7 Explain Generic Access Network mobility 6.8 List and detail different types of Load Sharing 6.9 Explain Direct Retry to GSM and Load Based Handover to GSM 6.10 Explain Inter-Frequency Load Sharing, Non-HSPA Inter-Frequency Load Sharing and Load Based Inter-Frequency handover 7 Explain the purpose and function of Channel Switching, RAB and Connection Handling 7.1 List the different types of Radio Access Bearers 7.2 Explain connection handling 7.3 Describe UE states supported in the Channel Switching 7.4 Describe Single-RAB state transition 7.5 Describe Multi-RAB state transitions 7.6 Explain Speech 12.2 kbps and HSPA PS interactive RAB Combination 7.7 Explain Speech 12.2 kbps and multiple HSPA PS interactive RAB Combination 7.8 Explain Channel Switching Evaluation algorithms Target audience The target audience for this course is: The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineers, Service Design Engineers, Network Design Engineers, Network Deployment Engineers, Service Deployment Engineers and System Engineers. Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: WCDMA W11 Air Interface LZU WCDMA RAN W11 Protocols and Procedures LZU