Packet Core 2013 Training Programs. Catalog of Course Descriptions

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1 Packet Core 2013 Training Programs Catalog of Course Descriptions

2 Catalog of Course Descriptions INTRODUCTION... 4 SGSN-MME 13B OVERVIEW... 5 SGSN-MME 13B DELTA... 7 SGSN-MME 13B MAINTENANCE SGSN-MME 13B ADMINISTRATION SGSN-MME 13B CONFIGURATION SGSN-MME 13B TROUBLESHOOTING GB OVER IP INTRODUCTION 13B EPG 13A DELTA EPG-S OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION 13A EPG-S CONFIGURATION FOR SACC 13A EPG-M OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION 13A CPG 13A DELTA SASN 13A OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION SASN 13A ADMINISTRATION AND TROUBLESHOOTING SAPC 13B OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION Commercial in Confidence 2

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4 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) Commercial in Confidence 4

5 SGSN-MME 13B Overview LZU R1A Description The mobile network has evolved over the years as user behavior influenced higher data requirements, multi services and QoS granularity. Ericsson has taken a step forward to equip the modern mobile networks with the latest in technology and equipments with the SGSN-MME 13B, providing features such as mobility and session management across the EPC and GPRS networks. This course will provide an overview of the features, functions and architecture of the SGSN-MME. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explore the concepts and terminologies used in mobile networks 1.1 Define the EPS and GPRS network architecture, various interfaces as well as concepts such as mobility and session management, authentication and security, among others. 1.2 Recognize some general call flows involved in both the EPS and GPRS environments. 1.3 Explain the different protocols used within mobile networks for data transport. 2 Identify the main highlights of the SGSN-MME 13B 2.1 Analyze the SGSN-MME and how it is built on the Ericsson Wireless Packet Platform (WPP) architecture. 2.2 Identify the software architecture of the SGSN-MME and how it relates to the features and functions of the node. 2.3 List the different hardware components of the SGSN-MME in the MkVI, MkVI+ and MKVIII hardware family. 3 Discuss the O&M aspects for the SGSN-MME 3.1 Identify some of the various tools available for Operation & Maintenance. 3.2 Discuss basic management topics such as fault and performance management. 3.3 List some of the supporting nodes for the SGSN-MME within the O&M network.

6 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineer, Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, Field Technician, System Administrator, Application Developer, Business Developer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following course: EPC System Survey, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is Error! Unknown document property name.. 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) Packet Core Network Overview 3 1 The Ericsson SGSN-MME 2 Operation & Maintenance 1 Commercial in Confidence 6

7 SGSN-MME 13B Delta LZU R1A Description The SGSN-MME 13B is the latest Ericsson SGSN-MME build on the previous SGSN-MME 13A by adding the new and advanced features. The objective is to provide an SGSN-MME for real commercial LTE/EPC networks as well as minimizing SGSN-MME Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and improving the signaling capacity and handling for Mobile Broadband. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Underline the main features in release 13A and in 13B 1.1 Recognize the main highlights in SGSN-MME 13A release. 1.2 Recognize highlights in SGSN-MME 13B release. 1.3 Identify SGSN-MME 13B compliance to 3GPP standards 2 Indicate the main features in SGSN-MME 2013B release (Part 1) 2.1 Determine the router functionality in MkVIII: Signaling capacity. 2.2 Explain the MkVIII IP Connectivity Test. 2.3 Explain the multiple Virtual Instances of S1-MME. 2.4 Explain the feature:mkvi+: ITC moved to DP. 2.5 Detect the SCTP/SS7 enhancements. 2.6 Interpret the NTP related faults. 2.7 Interpret the DNS related faults. 2.8 Recognize the raw KPI. 2.9 Review the Health Check enhancements Clarify the Emergency Recovery Procedure Describe the configurable Cause Code for Undefined IMSI number series Determine the CS Fallback. 3 Indicate the main features in SGSN-MME 2013B release (Part 2). 3.1 Describe the Pool concept enhancement: Traffic continuity at move of LTE users. 3.2 Explain the 3GDT based on Service Requests. 3.3 Recognize the Static Gateway selection. 3.4 Describe the HSS initiated QoS modification (LTE). 3.5 Determine the MOCN (GSM).

8 3.6 Explain the Barring of Packet Oriented Services based on ODB. 3.7 Recognize the Packet handover over Gn interface. 3.8 Explain the Network-requested secondary PDP context: S4-SGSN. 3.9 Determine the Identification procedures in MME Describe the feature: HSS TAU Timer Explain the feature: LPPA Connection Less signaling support in MME. Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Design Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Technician, System Engineer, Field Technician Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: SGSN-MME Configuration ( LZU R1A) SGSN-MME Administration (LZU R1A) SGSN-MME MkVIII Delta (LZU R1A) EPC Signaling (LZU R4A) SGSN-MME 2013A Delta (LZU ) Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 days and the maximum number of participants is Error! Unknown document property name.. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment. 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) Introduction 1 1 SGSN-MME 13B Features (Part 1) 4 SGSN-MME 13B Features (Part 2) 2 Commercial in Confidence 9

10 SGSN-MME 13B Maintenance LZU R1A Description SGSN-MME 13B Maintenance is the course where the participants localize the hardware units inside the SGSN-MME, understand the functions of these components and perform the field maintenance activities on them. This course will provide the students with skills to act on hardware faults, perform hardware replacement and follow maintenance routines using the system documentation and local Operation and Maintenance (O&M) tools updated to the SGSN-MME 2013B revision. The course is built up of case consisting of related events. A sufficient pool of cases and events is provided so that skills in the maintenance of SGSN-MME hardware configurations may be developed.alex doucments ( or Customer Product Information) are followed to successfully replace the hardware. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain over all concepts & architecture of Packet core Network. 1.1 Give an overview of the GPRS & EPC network and its components. 1.2 Describe the role of various nodes involved in the GPRS/EPC network. 1.3 Explain the different protocols and interfaces in the EPC network. 1.4 Describe various procedures and traffic cases involved in GPRS/EPC Network. 2 Describe the functions & Hardware of WPP based SGSN-MME. 2.1 Analyze the SGSN-MME and how it is built on the Ericsson Wireless Packet Platform (WPP) architecture. 2.2 Identify the software architecture of the SGSN-MME and how it relates to the features and functions of the node. 2.3 List the main hardware components of the SGSN-MME in the MKVI, MKVI+ and MKVIII hardware family. 3 Provide Operation and Maintenance (O&M) network basics & review the Preventive Maintenance procedures in SGSN-MME 13B. 3.1 Identify the O&M network supporting the Packet Core network. 3.2 Explore the configuration management domain using tools such as ALEX, PXM and CLI 3.3 Identify daily, weekly, quarterly and yearly maintenance procedures 4 Review the Corrective Maintenance aspects of the SGSN-MME.

11 4.1 Understand the Field Maintenance workflow. 4.2 Analyze procedures for hardware maintenance for MKVI, MKVI+ and MKVIII hardware 4.3 Explain the upgrade & migration path to SGSN-MME 13B Target audience The target audience for this course is: Field Technician, System Technician, Service Technician Prerequisites Successful completion of the following course: GPRS System Survey, LZU EPC System Survey, LZU SGSN-MME 13B overview, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 days and the maximum number of participants is Error! Unknown document property name.. 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. 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) Packet Core Network Overview 1 1 SGSN-MME Architecture 1.5 O& M Basics & Preventive Maintenance 2 Corrective Maintenance 1.5 Commercial in Confidence 11

12 SGSN-MME 13B Administration LZU R1A Description The SGSN-MME provides packet switching functionality in the GSM, WCDMA and LTE radio networks allowing end users the ability to connect to external packet data networks such as the Internet and corporate networks. The SGSN-MME 13B System Administration course provides participants information from introduction to intermediate levels of knowledge including basic SGSN-MME architecture, SGSN-MME operation and administration as well as fault management, security management and performance management skills. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Provide an overview of the main procedures in SGSN-MME 13B. 1.1 Explain the SGSN-MME 13B node architecture, functions and interfaces. 1.2 State the functionality and purpose of SGSN-MME in GSM, WCDMA and EPC networks. 1.3 Understand the basic procedures handled by SGSN-MME such as GPRS Attach, PDP Context Activation in GSM and WCDMA and inter-sgsn Routing Area Update. 1.4 List the basic procedures handled by SGSN-MME such as Attach and Create Bearer Request in LTE. 2 Demonstrate the SGSN-MME 13B System and Architecture. 2.1 Explain SGSN-MME software architecture using MkVI, MkVI+ and MKVIII. 2.2 Identify the SGSN-MME hardware architecture using MkVI, MkVI+ and MKVIII. 2.3 Explain IP address usage and the IP connectivity in SGSN-MME. 3 Explain the Resilience in 13B. 3.1 Identify SGSN-MME resilience functionalities. 3.2 Define the concepts of resilience, AP takeover and DP takeover. 4 Distinguish the various Management domains in SGSN-MME and how to handle Fault Management procedures in SGSN-MME 13B. 4.1 Identify the Operation and Maintenance (O&M) architecture and management domains in SGSN-MME such as Configuration Management, Fault Management, Security Management, Software Management, Performance Management and Accounting Management 4.2 Perform Fault Management on SGSN-MME using PXM and CLI. 4.3 Identify the severity of a fault in the SGSN-MME and act according to the escalation Commercial in Confidence 12

13 procedure. 4.4 Define the concept of Log management in SGSN-MME 5 Describe the Configuration Management in SGSN-MME 13B. 5.1 Explain how to perform basic node management using Command Line Interface and Packet Exchange Manager. 5.2 Explore configuration management domain using ALEX, PXM and CLI. 6 Identify the Security Management tasks in SGSN-MME 13B. 6.1 Understand the concepts of security management, perform basic security management, perform user management and assign tailored roles for different users 7 Classify the Performance Management tasks in SGSN-MME 13B. 7.1 Explain the concepts of Performance Management types and Performance Management jobs and their practical use. 8 Demonstrate the Software Management tasks in SGSN-MME 13B. 8.1 Perform systems administration tasks on the SGSN-MME 13B. 8.2 Identify different ways of handling software configurations and create software configurations. 8.3 Explain and perform Checkpoint operation. 8.4 Prepare an SGSN-MME for software patch installation. 8.5 Describe SGSN-MME License management. 9 List the Support Systems in SGSN-MME 13B. 9.1 Classify the support systems available to the SGSN-MME 13B. 9.2 Administer system software management with the GSS/GSA functionality performing processes such as Backup and Restore. 9.3 List the key functions of the OSS RC in managing the GPRS network. 9.4 Describe OSS tools such as the GPRS Configuration Management, Test and Monitoring as well as FM, PM and Pool Management features. Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, Field Technician, System Administrator Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: GPRS System Survey, LZU EPC System Survey, LZU Commercial in Confidence 13

14 Duration and class size The length of the course is 4 days and the maximum number of participants is Error! Unknown document property name.. 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. 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 3 System and architecture 3 Resilience 1 2 Fault Management & Log Management 2 Configuration Management. 3 3 Security Management. 3 Performance Management. 3 4 Software Management. 3 Support Functions 3 Commercial in Confidence 14

15 SGSN-MME 13B Configuration LZU R1A Description If you need to build competence in configuring, operating and maintaining Ericsson SGSN- MME node, this is the right course for you. Several configuration areas are covered for a comprehensive insight into SGSN-MME for GSM, WCDMA and LTE access. The SGSN-MME 13B is the latest Ericsson SGSN-MME product release, adding new and advanced features. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain GSM/WCDMA Network and EPC Network basic concepts and the role of SGSN-MME. 1.1 Explain the role of SGSN-MME in the EPC and in the GSM/WCDMA GPRS network. 1.2 Describe SGSN-MME interfaces and protocols used. 1.3 Describe basic Mobility Management and Session Management procedures 2 Explain and configure the common configuration related to SGSN-MME. 2.1 Describe the exchange properties related enhancements. 3 Configure and maintain Services and Service IP addresses. 3.1 Explain Plug-in units in SGSN-MME. 3.2 Describe the hardware and software configuration of SGSN-MME using MkVI, MkVI+ and MkVIII hardware. 3.3 Explain the PIU roles and the concept of Session Resilience. 3.4 Explain the concept of DSCP marking. 4 Configure and maintain IP over Ethernet and IP over ATM 4.1 Explain and configure the external interfaces based on IP/ETH. 4.2 Explain the 13B Routing and Packet Filtering improvements. 5 Configure then non-sctp based interfaces. 5.1 Explain the functionality of S11, Gom, S10 and Gn interfaces. 5.2 Explain the usage of IP addresses in S11, Gom, S10 and Gn networks. 5.3 Configure and verify S11, Gom, S10 and Gn interfaces. 6 Configure and maintain S1-MME Interface towards enodeb.

16 6.1 Explain the concept of the Control Plane (S1-MME) and User plane (S1-U) in S1 interface. 6.2 Explain the S1-AP and NAS procedures. 6.3 Describe the SCTP usage in S1-MME interface. 6.4 Configure and verify S1-MME interface. 6.5 Describe how enodebs are connected to SGSN-MME 7 Configure and maintain S6a interface towards HSS. 7.1 Describe the functionality of S6a interface and the protocol used. 7.2 Explain the signaling procedures performed in the S6a interface. 7.3 Describe the usage of SCTP in the S6a interface. 7.4 Configure and verify S6a Interface. 7.5 Explain DIAMETER protocol and DIAMETER configurations. 7.6 Configure IMSI Series Analysis tables in SGSN-MME. 8 Configure and maintain SBc, SGs and S13 interfaces. 8.1 Explain the functionality of SBc, SGs and S13 interfaces. 8.2 Explain the usage of IP address in the concerned networks. 8.3 Configure and verify the SBc, SGs and S13 interfaces. 9 Configure Domain Name Service in SGSN-MME. 9.1 Explain the concept of using DNS and configure DNS. 9.2 Configure Network Time Protocol connectivity in SGSN-MME. 9.3 Explain the concept of using NTP and configure it. 10 Configure and maintain the Gb over IP interface Explain the concept, advantages and network impact of Gb over IP Explain the concepts of dynamic configuration for Gb over IP and related procedures Explain the use of SGSN Pool Proxy (SPP) in the Gb interface. Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Engineer, Network Design Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, Service Planning Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: GPRS System Survey LZU SGSN-MME 2012A Overview, LZU SGSN-MME 2012A Administration, LZU SGSN-MME 2012A Maintenance, LZU SGSN-MME 2012A Troubleshooting, LZU Commercial in Confidence 16

17 SGSN-MME 2012A Delta, LZU SGSN-MME 2013A Delta LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 4 days and the maximum number of participants is Error! Unknown document property name.. 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. The SGSN-MME 13B Configuration book does not include information related to Gb over Frame Relay and SS7 except the practical examples included in the Appendix to the solutions of practical exercises. Detailed information related to ATM, Frame Relay and SS7 can be found in the SGSN-MME 2012 Configuration student textbook (LZU / LZT R1A) Commercial in Confidence 17

18 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) Introduction 2 1 Common configuration related to SGSN-MME 1 IP services 3 2 IP/ETH 3 Gb over IP 1 Configuration of non-sctp based interfaces 2 3 S1-MME configuration 5 S6a interface Configuration 1 4 S6a interface Configuration 3 SBc, SGs and S13 interface configuration 2 DNS and NTP configuration 1 Commercial in Confidence 18

19 SGSN-MME 13B Troubleshooting LZU R1A Description The Ericsson SGSN-MME is a resilient, robust and high performance packet core network signaling and payload carrying node for LTE/WCDMA/GSM access networks. Particpants looking to improve their knowledge on troubleshooting the SGSN-MME would benefit from this course through the knowledge of using built-in functionalities such as CLI commands, logs and toolboxes available on the node as well as external support systems. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explore the detailed architecture of the SGSN-MME and the system resiliency features. 1.1 Analyze the hardware supported (MkVI, MkVI+, MkVIII) and its integration with application through the middleware. 1.2 Explore subsystems which build up the WPP platform and GPRS/EPS application. 1.3 Review the system resilience and identify automatic recovery functions. 2 Perform a general system health check and identify system faults using built-in logs. 2.1 Perform a routine health check. 2.2 Identify system operation irregularities and identify steps to perform troubleshooting. 3 Identify and troubleshoot interface faults using CLI commands, logs and toolboxes. 3.1 Identify issues relating to logical interfaces and isolate faults according to transport type (Frame Relay, ATM or IP). 3.2 Troubleshoot faults according to system, configuration or network failure using CLI commands, logs and toolboxes. 4 Identify and troubleshoot session and mobility issues for each access network. 4.1 Review session and mobility procedures such as attach and routing/tracking area update (for GPRS & EPS). 4.2 Identify logging mechanisms available for session and mobility faults. 4.3 Explore cause codes for session and mobility failures and troubleshoot according to access network type. 5 Trace subscriber related issues with CLI commands and toolboxes. 5.1 Identify common CLI commands available to retrieve subscriber session information. 5.2 Troubleshoot specific subscriber session issues with optional tools such as Cell and UE Trace.

20 6 Analyze steps required to submit a CSR. 6.1 Explain the purpose and methods of preparing a CSR. 6.2 Identify fault and CSR types and collect relevant information for CSR submission using the Data Collection Guideline (DCG). Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Design Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, System Technician, System Engineer, System Administrator Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: - GPRS System Survey; or - EPC System Survey - SGSN-MME 2012 System Administration - SGSN-MME 2012 Configuration Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 days and 0 hours and the maximum number of participants is Error! Unknown document property name.. Learning situation This is an Instructor Led Training (ILT) course based on theoretical and practical instructorled lessons given both in a classroom and technical environment, using equipment and tools which can be accessed remotely. Commercial in Confidence 20

21 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 Architecture and Resilience 2 System Health Check 2 Interface Fault Troubleshooting 2 2 Session & Mobility Fault Troubleshooting 2 Subscriber Specific Fault Troubleshooting 2 Submitting a CSR 2 Commercial in Confidence 21

22 Gb over IP Introduction 13B LZU R1A Description With the growing demand and developments in the realm of IP networks, the Gb interface has also been updated to support this mode of transport, leaving the Frame Relay transport to be a legacy technology. In this course, the Gb interface is described with IP being its transport medium. The main components discussed in this course include the overview of the Gb interface, hardware and software requirements as well as configuration and operation and maintenance procedures. This revision of the learning material includes updates to the Gb interface following the SGSN-MME 13B release. Features discussed are mobility management, handover features and operation and maintenance procedures, among others. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe the Gb interface 1.1 Define the concept of Gb over IP 1.2 Indicate the advantages of Gb over IP 1.3 Understand the network impact of Gb over IP. 2 Identify the Gb protocol layers 2.1 List the Gb interface protocol stack 2.2 Distinguish the changes introduced by Gb over IP 2.3 Illustrate the SGSN Pool Proxy functionality. 3 Describe the VPN concept and IP handling 3.1 Explain the concept of network separation 3.2 Understand the concept of Virtual Private Networks 3.3 Determine the procedures for IP address handling in the SGSN 4 Illustrate the dynamic configuration of Gb over IP 4.1 Explain the concepts of dynamic configuration for Gb over IP 4.2 State the main procedures to achieve Gb over IP dynamic configuration 5 Demonstrate the steps to configure Gb over IP 5.1 Describe how the Gb over IP interface is configured on the SGSN-MME

23 5.2 Determine how the Gb over IP interface is configured on the BSC. 6 List the hardware used in SGSN-MME 13B for Gb over IP 6.1 List the hardware used in SGSN-MME 13B for Gb over IP 6.2 Identify the hardware configurations for SGSN-MME 13B 7 Summarize the Operation & Maintenance process 7.1 Idicate the node properties for Gb over IP 7.2 List the new alarms and events for Gb over IP 8 Describe how the migration from Gb over Frame Relay to Gb over IP can be performed 8.1 Describe the steps to configure Gb over IP from FR 8.2 Show the steps to perform fallback in the event of an unsuccessful migration 9 Classify the functions of OSS RC from the perspective of the Gb over IP interface 9.1 Explain the explore tools available from OSS RC 9.2 Represent the functions of OSS RC from the perspective of the Gb over IP interface Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, Network Design Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: GPRS System Survey, LZU SGSN-MME 13B Administration, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is Error! Unknown document property name.. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment. Commercial in Confidence 23

24 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) Introduction 0.5 Gb over IP protocols 1.0 VPN Concepts and IP Address Handling Gb Over IP Dynamic Configuration 0.5 Gb over IP Configuration 0.5 SGSN-MME 13B Hardware 0.5 Operation & Maintenance 1.0 Migration from Gb over FR to Gb over IP 1.0 Commercial in Confidence 24

25 EPG 13A Delta LZU R1A Description The Ericsson EPG is a node capable of GSM/WCDMA/LTE triple access and a telecom proven platform deployed in many major networks globally. With the release of the 13A iteration, the EPG includes further support on both of its hardware platform, namely the next generation high capacity SSR 8020 and the existing Juniper M120/320. Some highlight features are L2TP support on the EPG on SSR 8020, HUDO, and an enhanced EPG Toolbox which supports the operators in operation & maintenance activities. This course will provide a highlight of the delta between EPG 2012A and the new EPG 13A. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explore the updates performed in EPG 13A in the realm of Mobility and Session Management, especially the support of new interfaces such as S2a towards non- 3GPP access networks. 1.1 Identify new interfaces supported on the EPG 1.2 Analyze dedicated bearer mobility 1.3 Describe IPv6 support 1.4 Explain address allocation improvements 2 Analyze new node characteristics, in particular the redesign of the PPB's architecture to improve payload throughput and the L2TP support. 2.1 Identify the increased user plane capacity due to an update to the PPB architecture (EPG on SSR 8020) 2.2 Discover the redesigned L2TP support on the EPG 2.3 Detail Gx improvements 2.4 Explain PISC improvements on DPI and Heuristics (HUDO) 2.5 Analyze Voice Services support such as SRVCC and IMS 3 Describe operation & maintenance improvements with EPG 13A, such as the EPG Toolbox and EBM. 3.1 Identify the updates for EPG 13A on areas such as configuration, performance and fault management 3.2 Describe improvements to the EPG toolbox (PDC, Support Package, 3.3 EPG version, EPG KPI, system storage cleanup) 3.3 Explain the Event Based Monitoring tool for both PGW and SGW functions

26 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Design Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, System Technician, Service Engineer, System Administrator Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: EPG 2012A Operation & Configuration Participants having working knowledge of the LTE/EPC network is an added advantage. Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is Error! Unknown document property name.. Learning situation This is an Instructor Led Training (ILT) course 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) Mobility & Session 2 1 Characteristics 2 Operation & Maintenance 2 Commercial in Confidence 26

27 EPG-S Operation and Configuration 13A LZU R1A Description The EPG-S 13A is a node that is capable of running Gateway functionalities in the EPC network. This node realizes the different procedures such as default and dedicated bearer creation, RADIUS authentication and IP address allocation among others. Upon the completion of the EPG-S Operation & Configuration 13A course, the participants will be looking into the areas of operation and configuration of the EPG through the execution of sample configurations and exercises in monitoring for the node. Insturctor will use CPI document as refference document for this course. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe on an overview level the Evolved Packet Core network and how EPG-S 13A functions within this network. 1.1 Understand the functions and services provided by the EPG, with concepts such as Bearer Activation and Session Management procedures. 1.2 Understand EPG-S 13A architecture both in terms of software and hardware. 1.3 Explain the latest enhancement/features available in EPG-S 13A. 2 Explain and perform basic configurations for the EPG-S 13A. 2.1 Understand the basic IPOS software components. 2.2 Navigate through EPG CLI and configure basic system properties. 2.3 Understand the overview of EPG configuration flows. 3 Perform basic configurations on the EPG such as interface, routing and security. 3.1 Describe steps to configure the physical interfaces such as port, VLAN tagging, etc. 3.2 Perform configurations related to routing such as protocols, metrics and links. 3.3 Understand different security configurations available on the EPG such as packet filtering and firewalls. 4 Explore the configurations for setting up the EPG to function in an EPS network environment. 4.1 Understand the functionalities of the Serving Gateway and steps to configure the interfaces towards the enodeb (S1-U) and the MME (S11). 4.2 Describe the configurations involved to configure the PDN Gateway functionality and the interfaces involved such as the SGi, S5/S8, Gx and Gy. 5 Identify Operation & Maintenance procedures on the EPG.

28 5.1 Perform commands to view new alarms related to the EPG running in the Serving & PDN Gateway role. 5.2 Perform commands related to displaying status information on the EPG running EPS services. Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Design Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, System Technician, System Engineer, System Administrator Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: EPG-S 2012A Overview LZU EPC System Survey LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is Error! Unknown document property name.. Learning situation This is an Instructor Led Training (ILT) course based on theoretical and practical instructorled lessons given both in a classroom and technical environment, using equipment and tools which can be accessed remotely. Commercial in Confidence 28

29 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 EPG-S Introduction 4.0 CLI Basics Platform Level Configurations EPG Services Configurations 4.0 Operation & Maintenance 2.0 Commercial in Confidence 29

30 EPG-S Configuration for SACC 13A LZU R1A Description Service Aware Charging and Control or more commonly known as SACC extends the EPG- S 13A functionalities to perform charging and control of traffic based on the type and class of services and other extra functionalities. This enables the EPG-S 13A to function more powerfully in terms of charging and providing better services towards the end customer. This course trains engineers on the aspects of configuration of features such as packet inspection, service classification, charging groups and others. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Introduce the SACC Solution 1.1 Describe the SACC solution based on EPG node 1.2 List the interfaces available in this new SACC release 1.3 Understand the main SACC configuration inside the EPG-S 13A 2 Understand the PISC functionality 2.1 Describe how the rules are implemented 2.2 List the protocols available in the EPG-S 13A based solution 2.3 Define Header Inspection, Deep Packet Inspection and Heuristic Inspection 2.4 Configure PISC Rules 3 Detail the rating group concept and the Charging Methods 3.1 Understand volume, time and event-based charging 3.2 Describe the mapping between the services and the rating group and also apply it 3.3 Configure the Charging Method 4 Explain Authorization and Policy Control 4.1 Understand Authorization and Policy Control 4.2 Perform the EPG-S 13A configuration 5 List Credit Control settings 5.1 Set Quota Handling parameters 5.2 Outline Credit Control configurations 6 Understand Redirection Concept & APR 6.1 Define Redirection Reasons 6.2 Configure Redirection Services 6.3 Define the APR

31 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Design Engineer, Network Design Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Engineer, Service Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: SSR 8000 Family R12 System Operation and Maintenance LZU R1B SACC Overview or SACC E2E Control (or Equivalent Knowledge) Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 days and the maximum number of participants is Error! Unknown document property name.. Learning situation This is an Instructor Led Training (ILT) course based on theoretical and practical instructorled lessons given both in a classroom and technical environment, using equipment and tools which can be accessed remotely. 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) Introduction PISC functionality 3.0 Rating Group and Charging Methods 2.0 Authorization and Policy Control Credit Control 2.0 Redirection 1.0 Commercial in Confidence 31

32 EPG-M Operation and Configuration 13A LZU R1A Description The EPG-M 13A is a node that is capable of running Gateway functionalities in the EPC network. This node realizes the different procedures such as default and dedicated bearer creation, RADIUS authentication and IP address allocation among others. Upon the completion of the EPG-M Operation and Configuration 13A course, the participants will be looking into the areas of operation and configuration of the EPG through the execution of sample configurations and exercises in monitoring for the node. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe on an overview level the Evolved Packet Core network and how EPG-M 13A functions within this network. 1.1 Understand the functions and services provided by the EPG, with concepts such as Bearer Activation and Session Management procedures. 1.2 Understand EPG-M 13A architecture both in terms of software and hardware. 2 Explain and perform basic configurations for the EPG-M 13A. 2.1 Understand basic JUNOS software components. 2.2 Navigate through EPG CLI and configure basic system properties 2.3 Understand the overview of EPG configuration flows. 3 Perform basic configurations on the EPG such as interface, routing and security. 3.1 Describe steps to configure the physical interfaces such as port, VLAN tagging, etc. 3.2 Perform configurations related to routing such as protocols, metrics and links. 3.3 Understand different security configurations available on the EPG such as packet filtering and firewalls. 4 Explore the configurations for setting up the EPG to function in an EPS network environment. 4.1 Understand the functionalities of the Serving Gateway and steps to configure the interfaces towards the enodeb (S1-U) and the MME (S11). 4.2 Describe the configurations involved to configure the PDN Gateway functionality and the interfaces involved such as the SGi, S5/S8, Gx and Gy. 5 Identify Operation & Maintenance procedures on the EPG. 5.1 Perform commands to view new alarms related to the EPG running in the Serving & PDN Gateway role.

33 5.2 Perform commands related to displaying status information on the EPG running EPS services. Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Design Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, System Technician, System Engineer, System Administrator Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: EPG Overview LZU EPC System Survey LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is Error! Unknown document property name.. Learning situation This is an Instructor Led Training (ILT) course based on theoretical and practical instructorled lessons given both in a classroom and technical environment, using equipment and tools which can be accessed remotely. 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 EPC Network Introduction 3 EPG Software Configuration 3 2 Basic System Configurations 6 3 Interface & Services Setup 4 EPG Operation & Maintenance 2 Commercial in Confidence 33

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35 CPG 13A Delta LZU R1A Description CPG is a packet gateway in packet core network that is able to provide functionality such as Serving Gateway, PDN Gateway or a Combined Gateway. In CPG 13A release, it introduces new functionality for future proof operations such as the dual stack IPv4v6 function, piggybacking of GTP messages, s5/s8 separation and others. This course is aimed at highlighting the changes from the previous release to the CPG 13A revision, providing information from feature details to O&M and CLI command updates. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe on an overview level the updates on new and enhanced features for the CPG 13A release 1.1 Describe on an overview level the highlights of CPG 13A 1.2 Discuss some of the new features introduced such as the support for PDP type IPv4v6 dual stack, piggybacking of GTP messages, s5/s8 separation and other new features. 1.3 Identify other feature enhancements such as CDMA access over s2a, static IP Address, AR and CPG simultaneous support and other enhanced features. 2 Analyze on a detailed level highlighted new and enhanced features 2.1 Discuss the CPG support for PDP type IPv4v6 2.2 Describe the functionality of piggybacking of GTP messages 2.3 Explain the s5/s8 separation features and functions 2.4 Describe predefined static rules in Gx interface 2.5 Explore the new CLI command for DHCP client support feature 3 Identify important updates to the O&M architecture for the CPG 13A 3.1 Interpret the updates to the Alarm List for CPG supporting the new EPS alarms 3.2 Identify changes to the CPG Toolbox features including updates to the UE Trace functionality 3.3 Review changes done to the O&M CLI commands Target audience The target audience for this course is:

36 Network Design Engineer, Network Deployment Engineer, System Technician, Service Engineer, System Administrator Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: CPG 2012A Operation & Configuration, LZU R1A The participants having knowledge of the new LTE/EPC network is an added advantage. Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 days and 0 hours and the maximum number of participants is Error! Unknown document property name.. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment. Commercial in Confidence 36

37 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 Feature Highlights 2 New & Enhanced Features 3 O&M Improvements 1 Commercial in Confidence 37

38 SASN 13A Operation and Configuration LZU R1A Description The SASN 13A Operation and Configuration course is recommended for who is working with operation, maintenance and configuration tasks applied to the SACC (Service Aware Charging and Control) with SASN based solution. It defines how the Service Aware Support Node (SASN) provides network elements with the intelligence to identify the services in use. Also, it covers others potentials services such as advanced charging models, service access control, etc. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Introduce the main components related with SASN 13A 1.1 Illustrate the SACC solution 1.2 Identify the implementation of SASN 13A in SACC solution 1.3 Define the SASN 13A in ENIW solution 1.4 Present the SASN 13A architecture 1.5 Illustrate the SASN 13A High Availability 1.6 List the SASN13A hardware & Software components 2 Define the SASN 13A functionalities 2.1 Introduce IPv6 Support in SASN 2013A 2.2 Present the PISC functionality 2.3 OS Detection (Tethering Support) 2.4 Illustrate the new Conversational Traffic Detection feature 2.5 Define the Credit Control 2.6 Illustrate the QoS Control and Local Time of Day QoS policies 2.7 Present the Content Filtering 2.8 Present the Policy Control & Profile Management 2.9 Define Content Enrichment 2.10 Illustrate Automatic, AoC and Top Up Redirection 2.11 Present a briefly overview about SARA 2.12 Present Rx Throttling Mechanism for QoS Control 2.13 Illustrate the SPC (Smart Pipe Controller) 3 Present the Operation and Configuration for SASN 13A 3.1 Explain the access to the SASN Node

39 3.2 Describe the different users and permissions 3.3 Introduce CLI (Command Line Interface) commands 3.4 Define the Configuration Wizard tool 3.5 Describe the High Level configuration file 3.6 Present several examples of configuration 4 Describe the Charging Concept and Usage Records for SASN 13A 4.1 Present the Charging Concepts 4.2 Define G-CDR, CDR and EDR 4.3 Identify the G-CDR, CDR and EDR configuration 5 Present the SASN 13A available Interfaces: 5.1 Identify and briefly explain the Diameter, DCCA Gy, Gx+, ICAP, Rx interfaces and other interfaces 5.2 Describe the Control Session Re-establishment for Gx/Gy 6 Recognize the basics Maintenance procedures 6.1 Define System Monitoring 6.2 Recognize Alarms 6.3 Explain Statistics 6.4 Backup and Rollback Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, System Administrator Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: SACC E2E Control Generation 8 and 9 (or SACC 8 and 9 Overview or Equivalent Knowledge) UNIX Basics (2 days ILT, or equivalent) LZU IP Networking (4 days ILT, or equivalent) LZU GPRS System Survey (2 days ILT) LZU The participants should be familiar with (have knowledge and working experience with) 2.5 G and 3G networks and service offerings. The participants should have general knowledge about LINUX and GPRS networks. Commercial in Confidence 39

40 Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is Error! Unknown document property name.. 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. 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 Overview 1.5 SASN Functionalities 2 Exercise 1 SASN Operation and Configuration 1 Laboratory Exercise SASN Operation and Configuration (cont) 2 Laboratory Exercises 2 SASN Charging Concepts 1 Laboratory Exercises 1 3 SASN Interfaces 1.5 Exercise 0.5 SASN Maintenance 1.5 Laboratory Exercises: Alarms, Statistics and Rollback 2 Questions, Course Summary 0.5 Commercial in Confidence 40

41 SASN 13A Administration and Troubleshooting LZU R1A Description The SASN 13A Administration and Troubleshooting course is recommended for who is working with administration tasks applied to the SASN inside the SACC (Service Aware Charging and Control) Solution and would like also to know about some troubleshooting tasks. The Service Aware Support Node (SASN) provides packet inspection, QoS control and service classification inside the SACC solution. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Introduce the main components related with SASN 13A 1.1 Illustrate the SACC solution 1.2 Identify the implementation of SASN 13A in SACC solution 1.3 Define the SASN 13A in ENIW solution 1.4 Present the SASN 13A architecture 1.5 Illustrate the SASN 13A High Availability 1.6 List the SASN 13A hardware & Software components 2 Define the SASN 13A Administration Tasks 2.1 Present the main SASN administration tasks 2.2 Define SASN User Accounts and Create Users 2.3 Explain how to save the Last Loaded Configuration 2.4 Define how to Load Configuration file 2.5 Configure and Execute SASN Backup 2.6 Execute Rollback and Verify History 2.7 Identify the folders for CDRs and Performance Data 3 Verify Troubleshooting Functions for SASN 13A 3.1 Define Monitor Process 3.2 Explain Session Management 3.3 Verify Connectivity 3.4 Explain the tool for Traffic Forwarding problems 3.5 Define how to purge Inactive sessions 3.6 Verify how to check the URL order in the High Level Configuration file 3.7 Explain Multiple Failures 3.8 Define how to handle unexpected SASN Restart 3.9 Verify Event Status and History

42 3.10 Verify the Network Traffic Capture 3.11 Explain the process to create Diagnostic Files for SASN and SASN Switches Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Deployment Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer, System Technician, Service Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, System Administrator Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: SACC E2E Control Generation 8 and 9 (or SACC 8 and 9 Overview or SACC 10 or Equivalent Knowledge) SASN 13A Operation and Configuration (Mandatory) LZU UNIX Basics (2 days ILT, or equivalent) LZU IP Networking (4 days ILT, or equivalent) LZU GPRS System Survey (2 days ILT) LZU The participants should be familiar with (have knowledge and working experience with) 2.5 G and 3G networks and service offerings. The participants should have general knowledge about LINUX and GPRS networks. Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 days and the maximum number of participants is Error! Unknown document property name.. 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. Commercial in Confidence 42

43 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 2 Exercise 0,5 SASN Administration Tasks 1,5 Laboratory Exercise 2 2 SASN Troubleshooting Tasks 3 Laboratory Exercises 3 Commercial in Confidence 43

44 SAPC 13B Operation and Configuration LZU R1A Description Mobile broadband is taking off and moving forward to LTE era. It is very important to understand the Fair Usage Policy Control, QoS and Access Policy Control. You may need to operate and configure the main equipment in order to manage all these new characteristics. The SAPC 13B Operation and Configuration course is recommended for those who are working with operation and configuration tasks related to the SACC solution. It defines how SAPC provides centralized policy management for access control and QoS control per subscriber, service and bearer basis according to the 3GPP Policy Charging and Control (PCC) architecture. This course includes up to the SAPC 13B features. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Define the main concepts of the SAPC 13B 1.1 Explain the role of SAPC13B in SACC Solution 1.2 Understand the SAPC applied in different Ericsson solutions, e.g. LTE/EPC, GPRS, IMS etc 1.3 Present SAPC in a fixed network and converged network 1.4 Explain the SAPC and ESy connection; 1.5 Illustrate SAPC and Standards applied, including the 3GPP R9 PCRF Enhancements 2 Describe the SAPC 13B Functionalities 2.1 List the Main SAPC Functions 2.2 Explain the Access Control in the SAPC 2.3 Describe the QoS Control in the SAPC 2.4 Present the Support for Cisco SCE 2.5 Describe Other Supported Functions in the SAPC 2.6 Present the Enhancements for Policy Control in SAPC 13B 2.7 Explain the Emergency Services 2.8 Illustrate the Multimedia Priority Services 2.9 Describe the SAPC Support for SRVCC 2.10 Explain the Shared Plans