WCDMA P6 including P6 Feature Pack Training Programs. Catalog of Course Descriptions

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1 WCDMA P6 including P6 Feature Pack Training Programs Catalog of Course Descriptions

2 Page 2 Catalog of Course Descriptions INTRODUCTION...4 IP ADVANCED...5 ERICSSON WCDMA SYSTEM OVERVIEW...9 WCDMA NETWORK SURVEILLANCE...11 WCDMA TEMS CELLPLANNER UNIVERSAL USER...13 CPP NODE FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS...16 RF EXPOSURE FROM RBS ANTENNAS...19 OSS-RC 5.3 DELTA...22 OSS-RC 5 ON-SITE INTRODUCTION WORKSHOP...26 WCDMA RAN P6 DESIGN...32 WCDMA RAN P6 ACCESS TRANSPORT NETWORK DESIGN...36 WCDMA P6 AIR INTERFACE...39 WCDMA RAN P6 FIELD MAINTENANCE...41 WCDMA RAN P6 DELTA...44 WCDMA RAN P6 PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT...47 WCDMA RAN P6 FUNCTIONALITY...51 WCDMA RAN P6 PROTOCOLS AND PROCEDURES...54 WCDMA RAN P6 OPERATION...58 Commercial in Confidence 2

3 Page 3 WCDMA RAN P6 NODE B COMMISSIONING...61 WCDMA RAN P6 RXI 820/860 OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION...63 WCDMA RAN P6 CONFIGURATION...67 WCDMA RAN P6 TUNING...70 ERICSSON WCDMA P6 HSPA SYSTEM TECHNIQUES...73 WCDMA RAN P6 IP TRANSPORT NETWORK DESIGN...79 WCDMA P6 / GSM BSS 07 INTERSYSTEM HANDOVER...81 WCDMA RAN P6 OPTIMIZATION...84 ERICSSON MBMS SYSTEM TECHNIQUES...87 WCDMA RAN P6 RBS 3418/3518 AND RRU MAINTENANCE...89 WCDMA RAN P6 TROUBLESHOOTING...91 WCDMA RAN P6 RBS 3308 INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE...94 WCDMA RAN P6 RBS 3X16 MAINTENANCE...96 WCDMA RAN P6 RBS 3018 MAINTENANCE...98 WCDMA RAN P6 ADVANCED MANAGED OBJECT SCRIPTING (AMOS) INTRODUCTION WCDMA RAN P6 ADVANCED TROUBLESHOOTING OSS-RC OVERVIEW Commercial in Confidence 3

4 Page 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) Seminar (SEM) Workshop (WS) Virtual Classroom Training (VCT) Web Based Learning (WBL) Short Article (SA) Streaming Video (SV) CD-ROM (CD) Structured Knowledge Transfer (SKT) Delivery Enablers Remote Training Lab (RTL) Web Portal (WP) Ericsson Education E-Learning Commercial in Confidence 4

5 Page 5 IP Advanced LZU R1A Description This course will give the students an insight and understanding of QoS, security issues and management of IP networks. The students will learn the operation of QoS supporting IP Protocols, VoIP protocols, Security topics such as authentication, confidentiality, and integrity and Simple Network Management Protocol. The hands-on exercises are used to facilitate the understanding of theory sessions. Learning objectives On completion of each module the participants will be able to: 1 Quality of Service (QoS) 1.1 Explain QoS Fundamentals and QoS related Protocols 1.2 Analyze the enhancement of the IP networks to support transmission of Real Time data 1.3 Describe QoS Basic Concepts 1.4 Describe QoS Architectures 1.5 Describe QoS Mechanisms 1.6 Explain Resource Reservation Protocol (RSVP) RFC Explain Multi Protocol Label Switching (MPLS) RFC Perform practical exercises covering Class Based Marking (CBM) using IP Precedence, DSCP and MPLS 2 Voice over IP (VoIP) 2.1 Comment some VoIP Protocols: H.323, Media Gateway Control Protocol (MGCP) RFC 2705 and H.248 (MEGACO) 2.2 Explain Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) RFC Explain Real-Time Transport Protocol (RTP) and RTP Control Protocol (RTCP) RFC 3550 and RFC Perform practical exercises covering SIP messages 3 IP Security (IP Sec) 3.1 Analyze the existing security threats types 3.2 Explain Access control lists (ACL) 3.3 Explain the purpose and use of Firewalls 3.4 Explain Encryption techniques 3.5 Identify different Security Services 3.6 Explain how Virtual Private Networks (VPN) operate 3.7 Explain IP Security (IPSec) RFC Explain Authentication Header (AH) RFC Explain Encapsulating Security Payload (ESP) RFC 4303 Commercial in Confidence 5

6 Page Explain Internet Key Exchange (IKE) RFC 2409 v1/rfc 4306 v Show some Transport Layer Security Protocols (SSL and TLS) RFC 2246v1/RFC 4346 v Perform practical exercises covering the configuration of an IPSec VPN tunnel (Phase I and Phase II negotiation) 4 IP Network Management 4.1 Explain the five management areas defined by ISO 4.2 Describe the architecture of the SNMP management 4.3 Describe the current status of different SNMP versions 4.4 Explain Manager-Agent communication and configuration 4.5 Describe the relation between ASN.1 and SMI 4.6 Explain the relationship between SMI and MIBs 4.7 Describe the standard MIB-II groups 4.8 Explain the development of additional MIBs 4.9 Describe the functionality provided by the RMON I and II MIBs 4.10 Explain the operations supported by SNMP 4.11 Identify SNMP messages and understand message content 4.12 Describe the functionality provided by SNMP v Perform practical exercises covering analysis of SNMP messages Target audience The target audience for this course is the staff involved in IP networking and require more knowledge on IP networks to guarantee quality of service, security, and management of realtime traffic. Prerequisites IP Networking or equivalent knowledge. 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 or simulation tools. Commercial in Confidence 6

7 Page 7 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 Short description of the topics in the course Estimated time 1 Explain QoS Fundamentals and QoS related Protocols 0.3 Analyze the enhancement of the IP networks to support transmission of Real Time data 0.2 Describe QoS Basic Concepts 0.5 Describe QoS Architectures 0.5 Describe QoS Mechanisms 0.5 Explain Resource Reservation Protocol (RSVP) 1.5 Explain Multi Protocol Label Switching (MPLS) 1.0 Explain Label Distribution Systems (LDP, RSVP-TE, BGP) 0.5 Perform practical exercises covering Class Based Marking (CBM) using IP Precedence, DSCP and MPLS 2 Comment some VoIP Protocols: H.323, Media Gateway Control Protocol (MGCP) and H.248 (MEGACO) Explain Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) 1.5 Explain Real-Time Transport Protocol (RTP) and RTP Control Protocol (RTCP) 1.5 Perform practical exercises covering SIP messages Analyze the existing security threats types 1.0 Explain Access control lists (ACL) 1.0 Explain the purpose and use of Firewalls 1.0 Explain Encryption techniques 1.0 Identify different Security Services 1.0 Explain how virtual Private Networks (VPN) operate Explain IP Security (IPSec) 1.0 Explain Authentication Header (AH) 1.0 Explain Encapsulating Security Payload (ESP) 1.0 Commercial in Confidence 7

8 Page 8 Explain Internet Key Exchange (IKE) 1.0 Show some Transport Layer Security Protocols (SSL and TLS) 1.0 Perform practical exercises covering the configuration of an IPSec VPN tunnel (Phase I and Phase II negotiation) Explain the five management areas defined by ISO 0.2 Describe the architecture of the SNMP management 0.3 Describe the current status of different SNMP versions 0.5 Explain Manager-Agent communication and configuration 0.5 Describe the relation between ASN.1 and SMI 0.5 Explain the relationship between SMI and MIBs 0.5 Describe the standard MIB-II groups 0.5 Explain the development of additional MIBs 0.5 Describe the functionality provided by the RMON I and II MIBs 0.5 Explain the operations supported by SNMP 0.5 Identify SNMP messages and understand message content 0.5 Describe the functionality provided by SNMP v3 0.5 Perform practical exercises covering analysis of SNMP messages 0.5 Commercial in Confidence 8

9 Page 9 Ericsson WCDMA System Overview LZU R6A Description Do you need to get a grip on the 3rd generation systems based on Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA)? In this course we will explain the purpose of the WCDMA core-, radio- and service network elements as well as the standardization of the WCDMA, the Mobile Softswitch Solution and IP Multimedia included in the Service Network. We will also cover third generation radio access technology in WCDMA. 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 an overview level the functionality of each node and its architecture. 2 Understand the standardization bodies involved in 3 rd generation. 2.1 Distinguish the Standardization bodies involved in the WCDMA Systems. 2.2 Explain the relation between ARIB, ETSI, ITU, TTA, TTC, CWTS and 3GP.P 2.3 Explain the geographical influence of the different Standardization bodies. 2.4 Understand the concept of full duplex communication, and FDD. 2.5 State the frequency bands and systems chosen for the different areas. 3 Explain on overview level the Ericsson Mobile Softswitch Solution. 3.1 Explain on an overview level the architecture of the mobile core network. 3.2 Understand the Mobile Softswitch Solution Detail the architecture and functions of the MSC-Server Detail the architecture and functions of the Mobile-MGW Understand the two nodes involved in the P.S, domain of the core network. 3.6 Understand the transport domain, and the various transport technologies used. 3.7 Detail interconnections and protocols in the C.S. and P.S. domains 3.8 Understand the function of the database nodes, and Lawful Intercept. 3.9 Understand basic traffic cases in the Mobile Softswitch Solution 4 Explain the 3 rd Generation Radio Access Network. 4.1 Explain various access techniques. 4.2 Understand the coding types used in WCDMA, and how they prevent interference in the uplink and downlink. 4.3 Explain the Importance of power control. Commercial in Confidence 9

10 Page List the different handover scenarios in terms of soft, softer and hard handover. 4.5 Understand the architecture of the Ericsson RAN Nodes RNC and RBS. 4.6 Understand the basic principles of HSDPA and EUL. 5 Detail the Network Services involved in WCDMA. 5.1 Understand the functions of the service layer. 5.2 Detail various terminal technologies and platforms used. 5.3 Understand the difference between Applications and enablers, and detail some off the more common enablers. 5.4 Explain Mobile Positioning, MMS and Messaging over IP. 5.5 Explain the architecture and operation of the IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS). 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 and Application Developer. Prerequisites 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. 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 1 Network Overview 1 hour The Standardization The Mobile Core Network 1 hour 4 hours 2 The Radio Access Network 4.5 hours The Service Layer 1.5 hours Commercial in Confidence 10

11 Page 11 WCDMA Network Surveillance LZU /1 R3A Description When you finish this course, your network surveillance skills will include basic alarm supervision, handling and escalating core and radio network specific alarms, trigger node backups, and supervise statistics recordings. When you receive a work-order, you will be able to execute a script on a node using Job Manager. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Utilize the system documentation to perform network surveillance tasks as defined in Ericsson s Customer Product Information (CPI). 2 Perform basic alarm supervision in order to maintain the network as defined in CPI. 3 Handle the most common alarm situations in Core Network and WCDMA RAN to maintain the network. 4 Explain how to launch and use OSS-RC applications in order to perform network surveillance activities. 5 Explain the different applications in the sub-network management system, OSS- RC that are used for Network Surveillance. 6 Handle core network specific alarms with OSS-RC for MSC, M-MGw, SGSN and GGSN according to the CPI documents. 7 Handle the Radio Network specific alarms with OSS-RC. 8 Initiate a system back-up on node level for WCDMA Core Network Elements and RAN Network Elements. 9 On receipt of a work-order, retrieve statistics, by using the correct applications in OSS-RC for Core Network Elements and WCDMA Radio Network Elements. 10 On receiving a work-order, execute a script on a node using Job Manager. Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Technicians. Commercial in Confidence 11

12 Page 12 Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Either WCDMA Fundamentals consisting of the following courses: WCDMA Network Fundamentals, Blended Training FAB Or the alternative blended training path: WCDMA Network Fundamentals, Web Based Learning FAB Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This is a task-oriented learning course based on tasks in the work process given 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 1 Documentation and Sub-network Manager 2 hours Management in Core network 4 hours 2 Fault Management in WCDMA Network 4 hours System Protection in WCDMA Network 2 hours 3 System Protection in WCDMA network (Continue) 2 hours Performance Management in WCDMA Network 4 hours Commercial in Confidence 12

13 Page 13 WCDMA TEMS CellPlanner Universal User LZU R4A Description Network performance is straight related with Network Design. Bad Design means less profit and spends more money in optimization. TEMS CellPlanner Universal (TCPU) assists the user in performing complex tasks, including network dimensioning, traffic planning, site configuration, frequency, and code planning. Features such as accurate network modeling and advanced algorithms make TCPU key to competing successfully in the mobile communications marketplace. This course is designed to give practical knowledge about how use of the TCPU for WCDMA technology. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Set up the WCDMA TEMS CellPlanner 1.1 Start TEMS CellPlanner 1.2 Create a new project 2 Create a Nominal Cellplan 2.1 Operate the 2D Mapview 2.2 Create a site template 2.3 Define a 9999 prediction model 2.4 Make coverage predictions 2.5 Define filters 3 Operate the 3G user interface 3.1 Create terminal density arrays 3.2 Dimension a network 3.3 Define the 3G site template 4 Configure a 3G network 4.1 Define 3G carriers 4.2 Define services 4.3 Define terminal types 4.4 Create and Simulate HSDPA/EUL Users 4.5 Set handover gains 5 Describe the difference between the 3G analysis methods 6 Simulate 3G performance 6.1 Select the correct 3G analysis method 6.2 Simulate 3G performance 6.3 Planning for HSDPA 6.4 View different output arrays Commercial in Confidence 13

14 Page 14 7 Plan parameters 7.1 Plan scrambling codes 7.2 Plan Pilot Power 8 Generate reports 8.1 Generate Composite report 8.2 Generate Cell handover report 8.3 Generate HSDPA Report 8.4 Generate Coverage Report 9 Use Advanced Automatic Cell Planning tool 9.1 Use ACP Wizard 9.2 View, Optimize and apply ACP results 9.3 Use Automatic Sector based Model Tuning Target audience The target audience for this course is: Radio Network engineers Normally the radio network engineer is working with WCDMA radio network design using the WCDMA TEMS CellPlanner tool Prerequisites Successful completion of the following course: WCDMA RAN P6 Design LZU Duration and class size The duration of the course is 4 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. Commercial in Confidence 14

15 Page 15 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 1 Project Creation 1 hours Equipments Set Up Configuring a 3G Network 3 hours 2 hours 2 Simulating 3G Performance 6 hours 3 Automatic Cell Planning 3 hours Parameter Planning 3 hours 4 Exercises 3 hours Report Generation 3 hours Commercial in Confidence 15

16 Page 16 CPP Node Features and Functions Description LZU R6A This course is designed to explain the Connectivity Packet Platform, and the functions of CPP-based nodes, as well as relating the functionality of each CPP node to the boards in that node. Learning objectives After completing the course the student 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 Explain the concept of Device Board Module 2.5 List the function, features and capacity of the Switch Core Board (SCB) 2.6 List the function, features and capacity of the ET-MC1 Board 2.7 List the function, features and capacity of the ET-M3 Board 2.8 List the function, features and capacity of the ET-M4/1 and ET-M4/22 Boards 2.9 List the function, features and capacity of the ET-MF4 Board 2.10 List the function, features and capacity of the ET-MC41 and ET-MC41s Boards 2.11 List the function, features and capacity of the ET-MF List the function, features and capacity of the ET-MFG Board 2.13 List the function, features and capacity of the ET-PSW Board 2.14 List the function, features and capacity of the ET-MFX Boards 2.15 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 Commercial in Confidence 16

17 Page 17 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 4.3 List the RNC Specific boards 4.4 Explain the concept of the RNC Module 4.5 Explain the RNC hardware configuration 5 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 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 860 Target audience The target audiences for this course are: Field Technician Service Engineer System Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following flow: WCDMA Fundamentals FAB or 1317 Duration and class size The duration 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. Commercial in Confidence 17

18 Page 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 1 3G Network Introduction Connectivity Packet Platform MGw Features and Functions RNC Features and Functions RBS 3000 Features and Functions RXI Features and Functions 1 hours 1.5 hours 1 hours 1 hours 1 hours 0.5 hours Commercial in Confidence 18

19 Page 19 RF Exposure from RBS Antennas Description LZU R1B This course provides an overview of the health and safety issues related to radio frequency exposure from radio base station antennas. The course describes the major RF exposure guidelines and limits and how to estimate the exposure from the antennas. Furthermore, the course gives recommendations on how to install antennas and how to inform authorities, the public and other stakeholders about electromagnetic field exposure and health. The course mainly covers general public exposure aspects. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe the fundamentals of radio waves and electromagnetic field exposure 1.1 Describe the frequency spectrum 1.2 Outline the fundamental characteristics of a radio wave 1.3 Describe the exposure quantities (field strength and power density) 1.4 Understand dosimetric quantity Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) 1.5 Describe the difference between health and biological effect 1.6 Outline the established health effects from RF exposure 1.7 Describe antenna properties important for RF exposure issues 2 Describe the guidelines relating to electromagnetic field exposure 2.1 Outline the major organizations setting RF exposure limits (ICNIRP, IEEE) 2.2 Describe basic restrictions and reference levels 2.3 Understand the rational behind the RF exposure limits 3 Describe RF exposure assessment methods and standards 3.1 Estimate the RF exposure from an antenna 3.2 Describe the compliance boundary concept 3.3 Estimate the compliance of antenna installations with exposure guidelines 3.4 Outline measurement methods and instruments 3.5 Outline ongoing standardization activities (IEC, CENELEC) 4 Describe how to achieve a safe installation 4.1 Understand how to ensure that an antenna site is compliant with appropriate RF exposure limits 4.2 Describe when to limit access to antenna sites 4.3 Describe methods how to limit access to antenna sites Commercial in Confidence 19

20 Page 20 5 Describe consultation procedures on issues relating to electromagnetic field exposure 5.1 Understand people s concern and risk perception 5.2 Know when and whom to inform about RF exposure and what the information should contain 5.3 Be able to answer questions and respond to public concern 5.4 Be able to find information relating to RF exposure and health Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Design Engineers Field Technicians Anyone who needs knowledge on health and safety issues relating to electromagnetic fields, such, Radio Network Managers or Public Relations Managers. Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with the fundamentals of mobile radio networks. 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 with some practical exercises in a classroom environment. Commercial in Confidence 20

21 Page 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 1 Introduction 15 min Fundamentals of radio waves and RF exposure Guidelines relating to RF exposure RF exposure assessment methods and standards Safe installation Consultative approach Conclusions 45 min 1 hour 2 hours 1 hour 45 min 15 min Commercial in Confidence 21

22 Page 22 OSS-RC 5.3 Delta LZU R1A Description Your Network has evolved, so has OSS-RC. So here we are at OSS-RC 5.3, what is new since the last main release of OSS-RC 4? What new features are supported? What functionality has changed or improved? What component has been phased out? You will find answers to these questions in this concise training. The evolution of OSS-RC from revision 4.1 to 5.3 is covered in detail. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Identify the platform changes and discuss their impact on the applications 1.1 Provide an overview of the upgrade history 1.2 Discuss the impact of Solaris Categorize the change in the CIF platform 1.4 Identify the changes related to the Configuration Services Library (CSlib) Introduction 2 Recognize the improvements introduced in Fault Management 2.1 Cite examples of the GUI improvements 2.2 Understand the capacity and performance improvements 2.3 Recall some miscellaneous changes introduced in this version of OSS RC 3 Clarify how Performance Management differs from previous releases for GSM, WCDMA, Core and IMS 3.1 Outline amendments to SMIA, MIA, SGW, SDM, PMS, PSA 3.2 Describe changes in NWS-A and Business Objects 3.3 Clarify the impact of the new statistical data warehouse solution (ENIQ) 3.4 Discuss enhancements to PMA and PMR 3.5 Review optimization feature changes for R-PMO and EBS 3.6 List advantages of the new feature RTTM Commercial in Confidence 22

23 Page 23 4 List the new features in Software Management 4.1 Clarify the changes introduced for Node Compatibility 4.2 Expand upon the new features relating to Job management, especially for CPP nodes 4.3 Recognize the impact of the support for the IP Infrastructure 4.4 Discuss the removal of NIO, and the retention of its functionalities 5 Recognize the GSM RAN Applications impacted 5.1 Identify the changes introduced for Node Compatibility 5.2 Give examples of Improvements to the CNA and BSM applications 5.3 Recognize the impact of the support for the IP Infrastructure 6 Report changes in the WCDMA RAN applications 6.1 Identify those changes introduced for Node Compatibility 6.2 Recognize the practical impact of the Planned Area activation changes 6.3 Describe the new Add RBS wizard functionalities 6.4 Discuss the benefits of the new way to access External Cell Management in RNH 6.5 Link the changes in the Bulk Configuration for WCDMA, with the changes in Job Management 7 Review the Core Network Applications changes 7.1 Identify the changes introduced for Node Compatibility 7.2 Contrast the changes in CM, with the changes in Job Management 7.3 List improvements in the Core Network Tools 7.4 Give examples of the improvement in the Circuit Switch management applications 8 Discuss the Infrastructure of OSS-RC R5 8.1 Compare the current version of the OSS-RC R5 architecture with the OSS-RC 4.1 release 8.2 Discuss the deployment options 8.3 Explain the miscellaneous changes affecting the Backup Solution, the High Availability Solutions and the Dedicated Data Server 9 Differentiate between the different upgrade options available in the path to OSS- RC Review each of the upgrade paths 9.2 Appreciate the upgrade principles 9.3 Differences between R4 and R5 procedures for Large Upgrades Commercial in Confidence 23

24 Page 24 Target audience The target audience for this course is: The target audience for this course is: Network Design Engineers, Network Deployment Engineers, Service Technicians, System Engineers, and System Administrators. Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with OSS-RC R4. 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. Commercial in Confidence 24

25 Page 25 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 1 Platform 2 hours Fault Management 2 hours Performance Management 1.5 hours Software Hardware Management 0.5 hours 2 GSM RAN Configuration Management 1.5 hours WCDMAN RAN Configuration Management 1.5 hours Core Network Configuration Management 1.5 hours Infrastructure 1 hour Upgrade and Installation 0.5 hours Commercial in Confidence 25

26 Page 26 OSS-RC 5 On-Site Introduction Workshop LZU R1A Description Do you find network management a high-pressure and challenging activity? On a daily basis must you respond to demands for information on the status of the network, network trends and optimization? This OSS-RC On-Site Introduction Workshop will give you an introduction to the various applications available in OSS-RC for management of the Ericsson network. The course approaches network management proactively, introducing the OSS-RC applications that are used for the following key aspects of network management: Finding the current status of the network, and troubleshooting the network in the event of errors. Identifying trends in the network, prediciting problems and optimising the network as a result. Regular maintanance tasks to keep the network running smoothly at all times. After the course, the participants should have a basic understanding of how to use the OSS- RC applications and of how to proceed using the application themselves. The contents of this course can be customized on the basis of applications installed and customers demands and focus. For example it can be customized to focus on GSM customers or WCDMA customers. Commercial in Confidence 26

27 Page 27 Learning objectives The participants of the course will be able to choose from the following modules with the following objectives: OSS-RC Introduction LZM Assess why network management is necessary, and clarify the role of OSS-RC as a network management system 1.1 Briefly describe the overall functionality offered by OSS-RC, according to system documentation 1.2 List the OSS-RC common components, core network components, WCDMA RAN components and GSM RAN components. 1.3 Briefly describe the structure of the Active Library Explorer (ALEX) for OSS-RC. 1.4 Briefly describe the functionality offered by the Common Integration Framework (CIF) according to CPI for OSS-RC. 1.5 Compare the cluster and replication solutions available for high availability in OSS-RC OSS-RC Fault Management LZM Explain the purpose of Fault Management (FM) in OSS-RC, outline its benefits and discuss the architecture of the FM system according to the OSS-RC system documentation 2.1 Explore the various FM applications available in OSS-RC for operators working in a Network Management Centre. 2.2 Describe the Alarm Handling process in OSS-RC OSS-RC AXE Handling LZM Outline the AXE communication process and briefly outline the MML command structure available to network elements built on the AXE platform. 3.1 Explain the CHA and WinFIOL tools available in OSS-RC for MML communication with AXE network elements 3.2 Explore the functionality available from the AXE Element Management tools: Command Log Search, Spontaneous Reports Manager and Element Manager Activity Manager 3.3 Describe the Operations Support Procedure (OPS) tool in OSS-RC, and explore the OPS Scripting language for script development for AXE network elements OSS-RC Software/Hardware Management LZM Explain the importance of Software Management Organizer (SMO) in OSS-RC for regular maintenance of AXE, GSM RBS, MPC, CPP, GSN WPP, J20, STN, IS and Extreme based BSC LAN Switch network elements. 4.1 Describe the SMO Architecture and Hardware Inventory according to Alex documentation Commercial in Confidence 27

28 Page 28 OSS-RC Scripting LZM Explain the functionality of the Job Manager in OSS-RC, according to the Customer Product Information. 5.1 Discuss the Job Structure and differentiate between the various components of a job such as tasks and activities, as described in Alex 5.2 Explore the options available from the Job Editor, Task Editor and Job Supervisor GUIs OSS-RC Performance Management LZM Describe the Network Statistics (NWS) Performance Management Solution 6.1 Examine the Statistical Measurement Initiation & Administration (SMIA), Measurement Initiation & Administration (MIA), Performance Data Mediation (PDM) and Performance Management Subsystem (PMS) tools 6.2 Describe the data mediation tools (Statistical Gateway - SGw) and storage methods (Statistical Data Mart - SDM) used in the NWS System. 6.3 Explore the functionality available from the Performance Statistical Alarm (PSA) application to monitor thresholds in NWS 6.4 Describe the Ericsson Network IQ (ENIQ) performance management solution 6.5 Examine how ENIQ is integrated into OSS-RC. 6.6 Assess ENIQ reports, the reporting environment and the Business Object Tools used. OSS-RC Core Network LZM Describe the key functions of the MSC and MGw in the Core Network, and identify the properties that can be easily configured from the MSC-MGw Configuration Manager (MMCM) in OSS-RC. 7.1 Detail the MFI, CPT, IMM and NAM features and outline their benefits. 7.2 Describe MSC in Pool Management OSS-RC WCDMA RAN Configuration Management LZM Briefly describe the WCDMA RAN network elements and their responsibilities in the UMTS network, according to system release WCMDA RAN P Describe the functionality of the WCDMA RAN Explorer in OSS RC R5, according to CPI documentation 8.2 Become familiar with the remote configuration process in the WCDMA RAN, and understand the difference between a valid and planned area 8.3 Examine the various Diagnostic and Configuration applications in the WCDMA RAN Explorer and discuss their application in the UMTS network 8.4 Differentiate between the WCDMA Monitoring, GPEH, UETR and CTR and be able to describe the Recordings and Events Interface Commercial in Confidence 28

29 Page 29 OSS-RC GSM RAN Management LZM Briefly describe the GSM RAN network elements and their responsibilities in the GSM network, according to Customer Product Information. 9.1 Describe the OSS-RC applications available to operators for GSM RAN configuration, performance management and optimization 9.2 Describe CNA and the concepts of valid and planned area network configurations 9.3 Explore the Base Station Management (BSM) feature and describe the OSS-RC tools for 2G RBS configuration 9.4 Describe the use of the Performance Management Traffic Recording (PMR) applications; Mobile Traffic Recording (MTR), Cell Traffic Recording (CTR) and Channel Event Recording (CER) 9.5 Describe the Radio Network Optimization tools available in OSS-RC 9.6 Explain the concept behind R-PMO and real-time trace and where they can be applied in the GSM RAN For further study there are a number of additional modules available. Each of these modules can be offered as part of the OSS RC R5 Onsite Introduction Workshop. The additional modules are as follows: Number Analysis Manager Onsite Workshop MMCM Onsite Workshop GPRS-CM Onsite Workshop IMS-CM Onsite Workshop Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Design Engineers, Network Deployment Engineers, Service Deployment Engineers, System Engineers, Service Engineers, System Administrators. This audience is anyone working with OSS-RC who requires an introduction regarding how to use OSS-RC for network management purposes, within the work area. Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: Commercial in Confidence 29

30 Page 30 WCDMA Network Fundamentals, WBL (FAB R1A) or WCDMA Network Fundamentals, Blended Training (FAB R1A) GSM Network Fundamentals WBL (FAB R1A) or GSM Network Fundamentals, Blended Training (FAB R1A) The participants should be familiar with GSM network or WCDMA network. Duration and class size The length of the course is 5 days and the maximum number of participants is 8 However it can be customized according to customer needs. The modular structure of this course allows for the complete customization of the course content and duration. Commercial in Confidence 30

31 Page 31 Learning situation This is a workshop based on interactive training sessions in a classroom environment. The contents are based on the modules chosen by the customer as well as the scope of the modules. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. For any additional modules a further 4-6 hours can be assumed. Day Modules in the course Estimated time 1 OSS-RC Introduction 3 hours Fault Management 3 hours 2 Hardware/Software Management 3 hours Performance Management 3 hours 3 Scripting in OSS-RC 1.5 hours AXE Handling in OSS-RC MSC-MGw Configuration Management GPRS Management 1.5 hours 1.5 hours 1.5 hours 4 WCDMA RAN Management 6 hours 5 GSM RAN Management 4 hours Optimization 2 hours Commercial in Confidence 31

32 Page 32 WCDMA RAN P6 Design LZU R1A Description How can a Radio Access Network (RAN) be dimensioned when coverage and capacity have such an 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 Phase 6 (P6) what is the best way to dimension them? What considerations are needed when implementing Multimedia Broadcast Multicast Services (MBMS) in a 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 that cover R99 dimensioning. The principles of HSDPA, HSUPA and MBMS dimensioning are also described in detail. With the guidance of the instructor the mysteries of WCDMA Radio 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 Explain the various WCDMA Cell Planning steps. 1.1 Explain the various WCDMA Radio Network design stages and the tools involved. 1.2 Explain the Radio Network Proposal Tool (RNPT). 1.3 Explain briefly the function of TEMS Cellplanner Universal. 1.4 Explain briefly how OSS-RC fits into the Radio Network design process. 1.5 Describe briefly TEMS Cellplanner Universal, Investigation, Deskcat, Automatic, Visualization, Cellsight, Transmitter and Link Planner. 2 Explain what is by 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 P6 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. 2.6 Calculate the Average Subscriber Traffic Profile for a given traffic requirement and subscriber numbers. Commercial in Confidence 32

33 Page 33 3 Explain the term E b /N o and why it varies for service and UE speed. 3.1 Explain the 3GPP channel models used for Radio Network Design. 3.2 Use the Ericsson formulae to calculate the uplink and downlink M pole values for cells serving these channel models. 3.3 Explain 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 Explain how path loss is calculated in free space and using the Okumura-Hata (OH) propagation formula. 4.1 Explain link budget margins, losses and gains. 4.2 Perform uplink and downlink link budget calculations. 5 Explain how Ericsson performs R99 dimensioning. 5.1 Use the Ericsson RNPT to perform R99 dimensioning tasks. 6 Explain the basic Scrambling Code planning principles. 6.1 Explain the term Pilot Pollution and how it is related to WCDMA Radio Network Design. 6.2 Explain the Strategies that may be used for second carrier deployment in a WCDMA RAN. 6.3 Explain the use of service offsets for inter frequency and inter radio access technology handover. 6.4 Explain the use of hierarchical cell structures. 6.5 Explain the Ericsson Common Channel planning process. 6.6 Explain the RBS soft lock function. 7 List the RBSs in Ericsson s RBS 3000 Family. 7.1 Explain the configurations supported by the RBS 3000 variants. 7.2 Explain the term Channel Element (CE). 7.3 Perform Channel Element dimensioning for the Ericsson WCDMA RAN. 7.4 Explain the use of the Antenna System Controller (ASC). 7.5 Explain the various antenna down tilt methods. 7.6 Explain use of the Remote Electrical Tilt (RET) Antenna. 7.7 List some antennas offered by Ericsson. 8 Explain on overview level the transmitter interference characteristics. 8.1 Explain Adjacent Channel Leakage Ratio (ACLR) and spurious emissions. 8.2 Describe the receiver interference characteristics 8.3 Explain Adjacent Channel Selectivity (ACS) and receiver blocking. 8.4 Explain Adjacent Channel Interference Ratio (ACIR). 8.5 Explain the co-existence problems that can appear, in particular for WCDMA and GSM. 9 Briefly explain the operation of High Speed Downlink/Uplink Packet Access (HSDPA/HSUPA) in the WCDMA RAN P6 Network. 9.1 Explain the operation of the Ericsson simulation tool used for HSDPA/HSUPA dimensioning. Explain how the HSDPA/HSUPA capacity and coverage data rates are calculated. Commercial in Confidence 33

34 Page Briefly explain the operation of MBMS in the WCDMA RAN P6 Network Explain the dimensioning principles used when implementing MBMS in a network. Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineers Service Design Engineers Network Design Engineers This audience is responsible for the dimensioning and design of the Radio Access Network. Prerequisites The participants should have successfully completed the following flow and courses: WCDMA Network Fundamentals FAB or 1317 WCDMA RAN P6 Air Interface LZU WCDMA RAN P6 Protocols and Procedures LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days 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. Commercial in Confidence 34

35 Page 35 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 1 Introduction to Radio Network Design WDCMA Services and Traffic WCDMA Capacity WCDMA Radio Coverage 2 WCDMA R99 Dimensioning Case WCDMA Cell Planning Principles 3 WCDMA Implementation WCDMA Interference Issues WCDMA HSDPA/HSUPA Dimensioning MBMS Dimensioning 1 h 1.5 h 1.5 h 2 h 4 h 2 h 1.5 h 1.5 h 2.0 h 1.0 h Commercial in Confidence 35

36 Page 36 WCDMA RAN P6 Access Transport Network Design Description LZU R1A How can the WCDMA Access Network be dimensioned when very different types of services must be accommodated? With the introduction of High Speed Uplink and Downlink Packet access (HSDPA/HSUPA) 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 P6 Access Network Design course the attendees will learn how Access Network design tasks are performed acording to the latest Ericsson guidelines. This new competence will be tested on sample dimensioning exercises that cover R99, HSDPA and HSUPA 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 RAN (Radio Access Network). 1.1 Define the 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 P6 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. 2.6 Calculate the Average Subscriber Traffic Profile for a given traffic requirement and subscriber numbers. 3 Explain the ATM Functionality of the P6 RAN Transport Network. 3.1 Explain the basic ATM Cell structure and the ATM Service Categories used in the WCDMA RAN. 3.2 Explain the operation of ATM Adaptation Layer 2 (AAL2) and how its Call Admission Control (CAC) handles class B, C and D traffic. 3.3 Explain how the Iub flow control mechanisms operate for R99 DCH, HSDPA and E-UL traffic. Commercial in Confidence 36

37 Page 37 4 Explain the IP Functionality of the P6 RAN Transport Network. 4.1 Explain the basic structure of an IP Packet and Ethernet frame. 4.2 Explain how Quality of Service (QoS) is achieved using IP and Ethernet. 4.3 Explain how IP and Ethernet fit into the protocol layers in the WCDMA RAN. 5 Explain common dimensioning principles for ATM and IP. 5.1 Explain how the peak traffic requirement is calculated from the Radio Network configuration. 5.2 Explain how strict QoS dimensioned is performed using the Kaufman-Roberts (K-R) principle. 5.3 Explain how Best Effort (BE) dimensioning is performed using the Elastic dimensioning principle. 6 Perform link dimensioning using ATM. 6.1 Calculate link capacity requirements using strict QoS and Best Effort dimensioning principles. 7 Perform link dimensioning using IP. 7.1 Calculate link capacity requirements using one, two and 3 IP/Ethernet priority flows. 8 Perform WCDMA RAN Node dimensioning for ATM and IP Transport Networks. 8.1 Explain the RBS 3000 transmission capabilities and configurations 8.2 Explain the RXI transmission capabilities and configurations 8.3 Explain the RNC 3810 transmission capabilities and configurations 8.4 Dimension the WCDMA Access Transport nodes (RBS, RXI and RNC) Target audience The target audiences for this course are: Service Planning Engineers Service Design Engineers Network Design Engineers This audience is responsible for the dimensioning and design of the Access Transport Network. Prerequisites Successful completion of the following flows: WCDMA Fundamentals FAB or FAB ATM Fundamentals FAB and/or IP Fundamentals FAB The participants should be familiar with the Ericsson WCDMA RAN and have an interest in Transport Network dimensioning. Background knowledge of ATM and/or IP is an advantage. Commercial in Confidence 37

38 Page 38 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 and theoretical exercises 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 1 Introduction 3G Services and Traffic ATM Transport Network Functionality 2 IP Transport Network Functionality Common Link Dimensioning Principles 2 hours 2 hours 2 hours 2 hours 4 hours 3 ATM Link Dimensioning (including exercises) 6 hours 4 IP Link Dimensioning (including exercises) WCDMA RAN Node Dimensioning (including exercises) 4 hours 2 hours Commercial in Confidence 38

39 Page 39 WCDMA P6 Air Interface LZU R1A Description This course will bring the Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA) air interface down to earth. We will compare WCDMA with GSM and CDMA technologies, and explain Power Control, RAKE receiver and handovers (including soft, softer, and inter-frequency handovers). We will also provide in-depth descriptions and explanations of the logical, transport and physical channel models of WCDMA and synchronization and random access. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the fundamental principles of cellular WCDMA technology. 1.1 Describe and compare TDMA and WCDMA multiple access methods. 1.2 Explain on an overview level, the WCDMA transmitter architecture. 1.3 Describe the data protection coding methods: CRC Coding, FEC Coding, Viterbi decoding, block interleaving, turbo codes. 1.4 Explain the use of channelization and scrambling codes. 1.5 Explain the modulation and filtering in a WCDMA system. 2 Explain the WCDMA power control, RAKE receiver and handover. 2.1 Describe the concepts of multipath reflections, fading, and turn-the-corner effects. 2.2 Explain the function of the WCDMA RAKE receiver. 2.3 Explain the necessity for open loop, inner loop and outer loop power control. 2.4 Explain the different handover scenarios: Soft- and softer handover, Inter-frequency handover and Inter-Radio Access Technology handover. 2.5 Explain cell reuse and code planning 2.6 Explain the issues concerning WCDMA cell planning 2.7 Explain WCDMA cell capacity considerations 3 Explain in detail the WCDMA channel structure 3.1 Detail the 3GPP Standardization Committee and specification structure. 3.2 Describe the concepts of logical, transport, and physical channels. 3.3 Explain details of the WCDMA physical layer. 3.4 List different aspects of the WCDMA downlink. 3.5 List the different aspects of the WCDMA uplink. 4 Explain timing, synchronization and random access in WCDMA 4.1 Explain base station downlink timing 4.2 Explain the synchronization procedure 4.3 Explain the random access procedure Commercial in Confidence 39

40 Page 40 Target audience The target audiences for this course are: Service Design Engineer Network Design Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following flows: WCDMA Fundamentals Web Based FAB And/or WCDMA Fundamentals Blended Training FAB The participants should be familiar with WCDMA Radio Technology. Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days 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 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 1 WCDMA Wireless Technology 6 hours 2 WCDMA Power Control, Rake Receiver and Handover 3 hours WCDMA Physical Layer 3 hours 3 WCDMA Physical Layer cont. 3 hours WCDMA Synchronization and Random Access 3 hours Commercial in Confidence 40

41 Page 41 WCDMA RAN P6 Field Maintenance LZU R2A Description This course is a task-based course covering hardware fault localisation and hardware replacement for the RNC, RXI and RBS 3206/3106/3107 family. The participants will perform hardware fault localisation and replacement on RNC, RXI and RBS 3000 family after attending this course. This Course is based on P6 level of sofware release. After completion of this course the participants will be familiar with operation and maintenance tools used to manage CPP nodes such as Element Manager and CLI (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 WCDMA Interface 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) 2 Use the Customer Product Information (CPI) 2.1 Explain the CPI Library structure of the node 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 3 Connect to a node using CLI and also using NCLI 3.1 Understand basic commands using CLI and using NCLI. 3.2 Have a basic understanding of the functionality and technology used in CLI and NCLI. 3.3 Understand the basic principles behind the Managed Object Model (MOM). 4 Use the updated Element manager and understand the concepts behind Object Explorer 4.1 Explain the browser based thin client 4.2 Start the Element Manager 4.3 Access and use the equipment view, Radio Network View, ATM view, Signaling view, Software view, Alarm view and Event view. 4.4 Find and react on alarms and events of the alarm and event view. 4.5 Access the MOM from Element Manager using the Object Explorer extension. 4.6 Access the property help feature from each window. 5 Detail the hardware in the RNC 3810 Commercial in Confidence 41

42 Page Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on RNC Describe how the RXI is implemented in the WCDMA RAN 6.1 Detail the RXI hardware in the RXI 820 and RXI List the interfaces connected into an RXI configuration 6.3 Describe IMA, Inverse Multiplexing of ATM and the difference between channelized and non-channelized STM-1 ports. 6.4 Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on RXI 820 and RXI 860 series 7 Describe how the RBS is implemented in the WCDMA RAN 7.1 Detail the new R3 design base hardware in the RBS 3206 and the RBS 3106 nodes 7.2 List the interfaces connected into either RBS configuration 7.3 Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on RBS 3206 and RBS 3106 series 8 Maintain the RBS Detail each board found within the RBS Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on the RBS 3107 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Field Technician Prerequisites Successful completion of the following flow and courses: WCDMA Network Fundamentals FAB or 1317 WCDMA Air Interface LZU (optinional) CPP Node Features and Functions LZU /1 or 6116/9 Duration and class size The duration of the course is 2 days and the maximum number of students is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons and practical exercises given in a classroom environment. Commercial in Confidence 42

43 Page 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 1 WCDMA RAN Site Concept for RNC and RBS 1.0 hours 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 0.5 hours 2.5 hours 2.0 hours 2 Maintain the RNC hours Maintain the RXI 820 & the RXI 860 Maintain the RBS types 3206 & 3106 Maintain the RBS hours 3.0 hours 1.0 hours Commercial in Confidence 43

44 Page 44 WCDMA RAN P6 Delta LZU R2A Description How has the Ericsson WCDMA RAN been improved with the Phase 6 (P6) and P6 Feature Pack (P6 FP) releases? What Multimedia Broadcast Multicast Service (MBMS) and how does it work? How has the High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) services been enhanced in P6 and P6 FP? What changes have been made to Radio Network Functionality in the P6 and P6 FP releases? How has the Transport Network changed in P6 and P6 FP? How can IP/Ethernet be used for RAN interfaces (Iub, Iu and Iur)? With the help of the WCDMA RAN P6 Delta course the attendees will learn how MBMS and the HSPA channels operate in the P6 and P6 FP WCDMA RAN. They will also find out how about the new features available in P6 and P6 FP along with the improvements that have to Capacity Management, Channel Switching and Handover radio network functionalities. Students will also find out how IP/Ethernet is used to carry various Quality of Service (QoS) Radio Access Bearers (RABs) on the Iub, Iu and Iur interfaces and how this affects link dimensioning. With the guidance of the instructor participants will become familiar all aspects of the P6 and P6 FP Radio and Transport Network functionality. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Briefly explain the progression of the WCDMA RAN from P2 to P6 FP. 1.1 List the major new and enhanced features in the P6 and P6 FP WCDMA RAN. 1.2 List the Radio Access Bearer (RAB) services available in the P6 FP WCDMA RAN. 2 Explain the operation of the Multimedia Broadcast Multicast Service (MBMS). 2.1 Define the MBMS Basic Principles and Channel structure. 2.2 Explain MBMS Session Handling and Mobility. 3 Explain the new features introduced in the P6/P6 FP WCDMA RAN software releases. 3.1 Round Trip Time (RTT) Positioning P RNC Soft Update/RBS Soft Lock P Hierarchical Cell Structures (HCS) P Improved UE mobility (SIB 18 for enhanced Inter PLMN Mobility) P6 FP. 3.5 Load Triggered Access Class Baring P6 FP. 4 Explain how existing features have been enhanced in the P6 and P6 FP WCDMA RAN software releases. 4.1 Explain how Capacity Management operates in the P6 WCDMA RAN onwards. 4.2 Describe the enhancements made to IRAT handover in the P6 release. Commercial in Confidence 44

45 Page Explain the new channel switching transitions introduced in P Describe how UTRAN sharing has been improved in the P6 FP release. 5 Explain the improvements that have been made to High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) in the P6 and P6 FP WCDMA RAN releases. 5.1 Describe the operation of the HSDPA and EUL QoS schedulers. 5.2 Explain the HSPA (HSDPA and EUL) mobility in the P6 WCDMA RAN. 5.3 Describe how HSPA has been enhanced in the P6 FP release. 5.4 Explain the operation of the HSDPA and EUL flow control algorithms. 6 Explain how IP/Ethernet can be used in the WCDMA RAN as an alternative to PDH/SDH. 6.1 Explain how IP and Ethernet fit into the protocol layers in the WCDMA RAN. 6.2 Explain the basic structure of an IP Packet and Ethernet frame. 6.3 Explain how Quality of Service (QoS) is achieved using IP and Ethernet. 6.4 Explain the how Synchronization is performed in the WCDMA RAN. 6.5 Explain some of the basic IP topologies used in the P6 and P6 FP WCDMA RAN. 6.6 Contrast IP and ATM dimensioning in the WCDMA RAN. 7 Describe what new Hardware is available in the P6/P6 FP WCDMA RAN. 7.1 Explain the RBS products available in the P6/P6 FP WCDMA RAN. 7.2 Explain the range of Exchange Termination Boards (ETBs) supported by the P6/P6 FP WCDMA RAN. Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineers, Service Design Engineers, Network Design Engineers, System Technicians, Service Technicians, System Engineers, Service Engineers, Field Technicians, Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with the operation of the Ericsson WCDMA Radio and Transport Networks. They should also have an understanding of WDCMA, HSDPA/EUL and radio functionality from the following courses or other sources: - WCDMA Air Interface - WCDMA Radio Functionality - WCDMA HSPA System Techniques Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation The course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment. Commercial in Confidence 45

46 Page 46 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 1 Introduction to the P6/P6 FP WCDMA RAN Multimedia Broadcast Multicast Service P6/P6 FP New Features 2 P6/P6 FP Enhanced Features P6/P6 FP High Speed Packet Access 3 IP/Ethernet in WCDMA RAN P6/P6 FP WCDMA RAN Hardware 2 0 hours 2 0 hours 2.0 hours 2.0 hours 4.0 hours 4.0 hours 2.0 hours Commercial in Confidence 46

47 Page 47 WCDMA RAN P6 Performance Management LZU R1A Description How can the performance of the Ericsson WCDMA Radio Access Network P6 be monitored? What are the Key Performance Indicators (KPI) that should be used? What is contained in WCDMA Cell and UE Traffic recordings (CTR/UETR) and how are they handled by the Ericsson OSS-RC? How can General Performance Event Handling (GPEH) traces be initiated and decoded? What tools are available in R5 OSS-RC to enable performance monitoring and recording? With the help of the WCDMA RAN P6 Performance Management course the attendees will learn how to use the R5 OSS-RC Performance Management tools to produce KPI reports and recordings to guage the performance of the Radio Network. The area of performance statistics (counters) is covered from counter descriptions, through collection and storage up to presentation using Network Statistics Analyzer WCDMA (NWS-AW). Recordings (CTR, UETR) are covered from initiation, collection, storage and post-processing manually and using the WCDMA Measurements Result Recording (WMRR) tool. The Neighbour Cell Support WCDMA (NCSW) which along with WMRR make up the Radio Network Optimizer group of OSS-RC tools will also be explained and used. GPEH is covered from initiation, collection, storage and decoding and also how the data is used by the Event Based Statistics WCDMA (EBS-W) tool. The new database storage system Ericsson Network IQ (ENIQ) is also described as well as the ENIQ Web Portal for viewing KPI based reports and the ENIQ PM Alarm Module. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the structure and stages in the life of the WCDMA RAN (Radio Access Network) 1.1 Explain how network statistics are handled by the Operations Support System, Radio and Core (OSS-RC) 1.2 Explain the significance of the introduction of Ericsson Network IQ (ENIQ) 1.3 Describe User Equipment/Cell Traffic Recording (UETR/CTR) and General Performance Event Handling (GPEH) 1.4 Explain the function of the OSS-RC Radio Network Optimization (RNO) Tools for WCDMA: - WCDMA Measurement Result Recording (WMRR) - WCDMA Neighboring Cell Support (WNCS) 1.5 Describe the operation of the Event Based Statistics for WCDMA (EBS-W) application 2 Explain the collection and storage process for performance statistics 2.1 Distinguish between the different Quality of Service indicators 2.2 List the RNC and RBS Measurement Object (MO) classes 2.3 Explain some of the common RNC and RBS counters 2.4 Explain how counters are triggered in various call scenarios Commercial in Confidence 47

48 Page Explain how the counters fit into Key Performance Indicators (KPI) formulae 3 Explain what is contained in UETR and CTR files 3.1 Explain briefly how recording files are collected and stored 3.2 Explain what events are collected 3.3 Explain what measurements are collected 4 Explain what is contained in GPEH recordings 4.1 Explain briefly how GPEH files are collected and stored 4.2 Explain what Node-internal events are collected 4.3 Explain what inter-node events are collected 5 Use the OSS-RC to collect radio network counters, UETR, CTR and GPEH 5.1 Create, activate and delete subscription profiles 6 Use the WCDMA Recording File Viewer to handle UETR, CTR and GPEH files 6.1 Open recording files in plain text and tab-delimited form 6.2 Store text and tab-delimited recording files 7 Describe the function of Ericsson Network IQ database 7.1 Use the Ericsson Network IQ Web Portal to refresh and view predefined KPI based reports 7.2 Use Ericsson Network IQ with Business Objects to modify and view existing reports 8 Describe the function of the Ericsson Network IQ Performance Management Alarm Module 8.1 Describe the different alarm classes available in Ericsson Network IQ 8.2 Define an alarm type using Business Objects 8.3 Activate an alarm using the Ericsson Network IQ Web Portal 9 Explain the tools that belong to the Radio Network Optimizer (RNO) for WCDMA 9.1 Explain what can me collected with the WCDMA Measurement Result Recording (WMRR) tool 9.2 Use the WMRR to collect data and produce a performance report 9.3 Use the WCDMA Neighboring Cell Support (WNCS) tool to find missing neighbor definitions in the WCDMA RAN. 9.4 Explain the operation of the Event Based Statistics WCDMA (EBS-W) tool 9.5 Use EBS-W to create and collect a user defined counter 10 Open and view predefined performance reports using Network Statistics Analyzer WCDMA (NWS-AW) Thin Client 10.1 Refresh predefined performance reports 10.2 Save and download predefined performance reports 10.3 Send and publish predefined performance reports 11 Use the Network Statistics Analyzer WCDMA (NWS-AW) Full Client 11.1 Handle reports using the NWS-AW Full client 11.2 Use NWS-AW to edit reports 11.3 Use NWS-AW to create new reports Commercial in Confidence 48

49 Page 49 Target audience The target audiences for this course are: Sales Support Engineers and System Engineers Prerequisites Successful completion of the following flow and courses: WCDMA Network Fundamentals FAB or 1317 WCDMAP6 Air Interface LZU WCDMA RAN P6 Protocols and Procedures LZU WCDMA RAN P6 Functionality LZU Ericsson WCDMA P6 HSPA System Techniques LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 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. Commercial in Confidence 49

50 Page 50 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 1 Introduction to Radio Network Performance Management Performance Statistics (Counters) 2 Performance Recording (UETR and CTR) General Performance Event Handling (GPEH) OSS-RC Data Collection Process WCDMA Recording File Viewer Ericsson Network IQ 3 Ericsson Network IQ continued Ericsson Network IQ Performance Management Alarm Module WMRR, WNCS and EBS-W NWS-AW Predefined Reports (Thin Client) NWS-AW User-defined Reports (Full Client) 2.0 hours 4.0 hours 1.0 hour 1.0 hour 2.0 hours 1.0 hour 1.0 hour 1.0 hour 1.0 hour 2.0 hours 1.0 hour 1.0 hour Commercial in Confidence 50

51 Page 51 WCDMA RAN P6 Functionality Description LZU R1A This course gives the understanding of the WCDMA Radio Functionality. It describes Idle Mode Behavior, how Radio Connection Supervision is carried out, Power Control settings, calculations and functions. The Capacity Management functions and Handover as well as Channel Switching algorithms are part of course content. 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 Explain the purpose and function of Idle Mode Behavior 2.1 Explain PLMN and Cell selection and reselection 2.2 Explain registration updating procedures 2.3 Explain paging procedures 2.4 Explain the organization of system information 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 3.4 Explain how a call is dropped. 3.5 Explain on an overview level, the WCDMA transmitter architecture. 4 Explain the purpose and function of 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 5 Explain the purpose and function of the Capacity Management 5.1 Explain 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 Commercial in Confidence 51

52 Page 52 6 Explain the purpose and function of intra-frequency handovers, Inter-Radio- Access Technologies (inter-rat) handovers and Inter-RAT Cell Change 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-RAT handover 6.4 Explain Inter-RAT Cell Change 6.5 Explain the role of the UE in WCDMA handover 6.6 Distinguish between the active set and the monitoring set 6.7 Detail what type of events trigger measurement reports to be sent to the RNC 6.8 Explain the purpose of the handover evaluation algorithm 6.9 Explain how the handover evaluation uses these measurement reports to determine what to do e.g. add a new link to the active set 7 Explain the purpose and function of channel switching 7.1 List the different switching algorithms supported 7.2 Control the switching time by means of parameter settings 7.3 Explain the significance of switching based on throughput (kbps) or buffer size (kbyte) 7.4 Discuss new RABs in P6 and how they are used in channel switching. Target audience The target audiences for this course are: Service Design Engineer Network Design Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following flow and courses: WCDMA RAN Network Fundamentals FAB or WCDMA P6 Air Interface LZU WCDMA RAN P6 Protocols and Procedures LZU Duration and class size The duration is 3 days and the maximum number of students is 16. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons and theoretical exercises given in a classroom environment. Commercial in Confidence 52

53 Page 53 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 1 Introduction of the course and Radio Network Solution Idle Mode Behavior Radio Connection Supervision 1h 2.5 h 2.5 h 2 Power Control 6 h 3 Capacity Management Handover Channel Switching 2.5h 2.5h 1h Commercial in Confidence 53

54 Page 54 WCDMA RAN P6 Protocols and Procedures LZU R1A Description This course covers the WCDMA RAN protocols and procedures. It gives an in-depth understanding of the WCDMA Systems radio access architecture and signaling, as well as the WCDMA Systems Bearer Service, End-to-End service and Radio Bearer Service. It covers the WCDMA radio access interfaces, such as Uu, Iub, Iur and Iu. Also covered in this course, are the protocols used over these interfaces: RRC, RLC, MAC and the physical layer for the Uu interface, NBAP for the Iub interface, RNSAP for the Iur interface and RANAP for the Iu interface. It also describes the migration of the transport technology used in the Iu and the Iub interfaces, that is from ATM to IP. The purpose of the course is to enable the student to understand complete traffic cases for circuit switched and packet switched traffic with all signaling included. Also included is practical protocol analysis using the NetHawk 3G Analyser and TEMS Investigation. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the WCDMA Radio Access Network architecture 1.1 State the main functions of the network elements 1.2 List the Interfaces 2 Explain the main functions of the protocols involved in WCDMA RAN 2.1 Explain how signaling takes place between the UE and the Core Network 2.2 State the main functions of Radio Resource Control (RRC), Radio Link Control (RLC), Medium Access Control (MAC), the physical layer and their relations 2.3 Explain the interaction of the WCDMA protocols and the mapping of logical, transport and physical channels 2.4 Explain the general protocol model for the Iub, the Iur and the Iu interface 3 Explain the UMTS Quality of Service 3.1 Explain the concept of Quality of Service and how it is related to different traffic classes 3.2 Explain the purpose of UMTS Bearer Services and Radio Access Bearers (RABs) 3.3 List the different attributes of the RABs and explain how they are used 3.4 Enumerate the new RABs in P6 4 Explain the RCC Protocol 4.1 Explain the interaction between RRC and the lower layers in the control plane 4.2 Explain the RRC layer structure 4.3 Explain the RRC Service States and the difference between connected and idle mode 4.4 Explain the functions and services of RRC 4.5 Explain the RRC procedures 5 Explain the RLC and MAC protocol Commercial in Confidence 54

55 Page Explain the RLC functions. 5.2 List the different modes of RLC (transparent, unacknowledged and acknowledged mode) and explain the structure of the PDU involved in these cases. 5.3 Explain the MAC functions. 5.4 Explain the MAC architecture, its entities and their usage for the mapping of transport channels. 5.5 List the contents of the MAC Packet Data Unit (PDU). 5.6 Explain the Transport Format selection and the relation between Combinations (TFC) and Sets (TFCS). 5.7 Explain Channel Type Switching. 5.8 Explain the structure and mapping of physical channels. 6 Explain the Iub Interface and the NBAP Protocol 6.1 Explain the Iub interface and the Radio Network Layer protocols: the Node B Application Part (NBAP) signaling protocol in the control plane and the user plane protocols for common transport channel (CCH) data streams and dedicated transport channel (DCH) data streams. 6.2 Explain the main functions and procedures of NBAP signaling protocol. 6.3 Explain the main functions and procedures of the user plane protocols for CCH and DCH data streams (Frame Protocols). 6.4 Describe the migration of the Iub interface from ATM to IP. 7 Explain the Iur Interface and the RNSAP Protocol 7.1 Explain the Iur interface and the Radio Network Subsystems Application Part (RNSAP) protocol structure. 7.2 Explain the main functions and procedures of RNSAP 8 Explain the Iu Interface and the RANAP Protocol 8.1 Explain the Iu interface and the Radio Access Network Application Part (RANAP) protocol structure. 8.2 Explain the main functions and procedures of RANAP. 8.3 Describe the migration of the Iu interface from ATM to IP. 9 Explain the most important traffic cases 9.1 List different traffic scenarios for Circuit Switched and Packet Switched traffic. 9.2 Explain complete traffic cases, i.e. call setup for Circuit Switched traffic. 9.3 Explain complete traffic cases, i.e. call setup for Packet Switched traffic. Commercial in Confidence 55

56 Page 56 Target audience The target audiences for this course are: WCDMA RAN Service Design Engineer WCDMA RAN Network Design Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following flow and course: WCDMA Network Fundamentals FAB or 1317 WCDMA P6 Air Interface LZU Duration and class size The length of this course is 4 days 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 Commercial in Confidence 56

57 Page 57 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 1 WCDMA Introduction Overview of protocols in WCDMA RAN UMTS Quality of Service RRC Protocol 2 RRC Protocol continue TEMS exercise RLC and MAC Protocols 3 RLC and MAC Protocols cont. Iub Interface NBAP Protocol Iur Interface RNSAP Protocol 4 Iu - Interface RANAP Protocol Traffic cases Practical Protocol Analysis 1 hour 3 hours 1 hour 1 hour 4 hours 1 hour 1 hour 2 hours 2 hours 2 hours 2 hours 2 hours 2 hours Commercial in Confidence 57

58 Page 58 WCDMA RAN P6 Operation LZU R1A Description The course covers aspects of hardware and software handling in WCDMA RAN as well as the administration of routine Operation and Maintenance tasks, including network status and performance data collection monitoring, with the help of OSS-RC. The course covers as well the procedures and tools for Fault Management and Fault Handling in the WCDMA RAN. The objective of the course is to be able to understand and perform operational tasks according to instructions and parameters received in exercises. The participants use OSS RC as the network operation and maintenance support system. For some exercises on individual network elements, Element Manager, AMOS, Node Command Line Interface and Command Line Interface are also used to complete the tasks. Learning objectives 1 Explain the WCDMA RAN architecture, services, features and management at overview level 2 Explain the WCDMA RAN system in terms of architecture and subsystems 2.1 Explain the WCDMA RAN System Architecture and its partition in RNS 2.2 Explain the role and structure of a Radio Network Subsystem 2.3 Explain the role and structure of an RNC-RBS Subsystem 2.4 Detail the UTRAN cell implementation 2.5 List the RNC and RBS system layers and specify their architecture 2.6 Detail how the Iub, Iu and Iur interfaces are implemented in the RNC 2.7 Explain the CPP platform management 3 Explore the Customer Product Information (CPI) 3.1 Access the CPI Store website 3.2 Understand the CPI Library structure 3.3 Browse and search a CPI library with ALEX 3.4 Access the Operational Instructions (OPI) for a specific problem 4 Explain the WCDMA RAN Operation and Maintenance (O&M) system 4.1 Explain in details the management model layers, in terms of functions and roles. 4.2 Explain the O&M intranet and O&M Infrastructure, supporting OSS-RC. 4.3 Explain the four O&M categories: Configuration, Fault, Performance and Security Management 4.4 List the applications used to manage the WCDMA RAN 5 Perform Configuration Management on the WCDMA RAN 5.1 Explain the hardware, software and file system implementation of CPP based nodes 5.2 Understand the main Configuration Management procedures for the WCDMA RAN: Equipment Handling, Software Management and Software Upgrade. 5.3 Perform Configuration Management procedures using the appropriate tools: OSS-RC based applications, EMAS and CLI. Commercial in Confidence 58

59 Page 59 6 Perform Fault Management on the WCDMA RAN 6.1 Understand the Fault Management process in the WCDMA RAN 6.2 Understand the Fault Handling procedures 6.3 Use Fault handling applications in OSS-RC and EMAS 7 Perform Performance Management on the WCDMA RAN 7.1 Explain the Subscription Profile concept in WCDMA RAN 7.2 Understand the main Performance Management procedures for the WCDMA RAN 7.3 Perform WCDMA RAN Performance Management procedures using the Performance toolset of OSS-RC 8 Understand Security Management in the WCDMA RAN 8.1 Identify the impact of security features implemented in the WCDMA RAN 9 Perform WCDMA RAN-related procedures using OSS-RC support applications 9.1 Understand and use standard OSS-RC interfaces to export/import WCDMA RANrelated information and processes 9.2 Use the Job Manager to perform advanced task on the WCDMA RAN Target audience The target audiences for this course are: System Engineer Service Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following flow and course: WCDMA Fundamentals FAB or 1317 CPP Node Features and Functions LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Commercial in Confidence 59

60 Page 60 Learning situation The course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and 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 1 WCDMA RAN System Overview 1.0 hour WCDMA RAN System Description CPI Overview WCDMA RAN O&M Applications 2.0 hours 0.5 hour 2.5 hours 2 Equipment Handling 2.0 hours Software Management Configuration Management 2.0 hours 2.0 hours 3 Configuration Management (continued) 1.0 hour Fault Management Performance Management Security Management 2.0 hours 2.0 hours 1.0 hour Commercial in Confidence 60

61 Page 61 WCDMA RAN P6 Node B Commissioning Description LZU R2A This course provide the participants hands-on experience of the procedures that need to be performed for the commissioning and integration of the RBS3000 P6 series. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Detail the principle of Integration in WCDMA RAN Network 1.1 List the steps involved in integrating the nodes in the RAN. 1.2 Explain which management tools are needed for each step. 2 Detail Pre-Configuration Activities 2.1 Explain the steps that need to be performed in the RAN 2.2 Explain the steps need to be performed in CN before RBS Integration can be performed 3 Perform Initial Configuration of the RBS 3.1 Configure the Thin Client to connect to the RBS 3.2 Configure the Node IP address 3.3 Load Software 3.4 Perform basic hardware configuration using the Cabinet Equipment Wizard. 4 Perform Site Basic Configuration of the RBS 4.1 Configure the O&M access for the RBS using the O&M access configuration wizard 4.2 Verify Synchronization status to ensure stability of the node before continuing integration 5 Perform Site External Configuration on the node 5.1 Integrate the external hardware for site, sectors and cells using the Site External Configuration wizard 5.2 List the steps needed and perform site-external configuration on the node 6 Explain briefly Site Specific configuration 6.1 Detail what is configured during Site Specific configuration 6.2 Load Site Specific Transport and Radio Network scripts 7 Perform Configuration Validation 7.1 Validate IP/ATM connectivity. 7.2 Verify RBS Local Cell 7.3 Verify LED status Commercial in Confidence 61

62 Page 62 Target audience The target audiences for this course are: Deployment Engineer Field Technician System Technician Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: CPP Node Features and Functions LZU WCDMA RAN P6 Field Maintenance 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 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 Introduction 0.5 hours 1 RBS Management Applications 0.5 hours RBS Integration 5.0 hours Commercial in Confidence 62

63 Page 63 WCDMA RAN P6 RXI 820/860 Operation and Configuration LZU R1A Description This course covers the configuration and operation of RXI 820/860. The course covers the various RXI hardware components and describes their functionality. The course participants will learn how to use the Element Manager (EM), the Object Explorer (OE), the Command Line Interface (CLI), the Node CLI (NCLI) and the OSS-RC for operating and configuring the RXI and examination of the operational states of the interface boards. The course participants will also become familiar with areas of software management, network synchronization, performance management, fault management and IP management. There are a number of practical exercises which will aid the course participants understanding of the course material. After completing these exercices, the participants are able to configure cross connections, AAL2 switching and IMA (Inverse Multiplexing for ATM). In the new version of the course, configuration of IP over Ethernet is also included. This means configuring the new ET-MFX boards to carry IP based payload, signaling, O&M and synchronization traffic towards RBS and RNC. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the function and architecture of the RXI 820 and RXI Describe the role of the RXI as a RANAG 1.2 List and describe the requirements of the RXI 820 and the RXI 860 in a wireless network 1.3 Describe Traffic Aggregator and Circuit Emulation functionality 1.4 List the advantages of using the Connectivity Packet Platform (CPP) 1.5 Describe the hardware architecture for RXI 820 and RXI Explain the principle ATM concepts 2.1 Describe the ATM cell and layers 2.2 Describe Virtual Path (VP) and Virtual Channel (VC) Switching 2.3 Describe Quality of Service (QoS) 2.4 List and describe the ATM Adaptation Layers (AALs) 2.5 Describe AAL2 Switching 3 Explain principle Ethernet and IP Suite 3.1 Explain the IP Functionality of the P6 RAN Transport Network.Explain how IP and Ethernet fit into the protocol layers in the WCDMA RAN. 3.2 Explain the basic structure of an IP Packet and Ethernet frame. 3.3 Explain how Quality of Service (QoS) is achieved using IP and Ethernet. Commercial in Confidence 63

64 Page 64 4 Explain Management Interfaces 4.1 Connect to the RXI using the Command Line Interface (CLI), the Node CLI (NCLI), Telnet and the Element Manager (EM) 4.2 Use O&M functions of the RXI through the Element Manager 4.3 Add a new RXI to the OSS-RC 4.4 Describe how the RXI can be managed by the OSS-RC BCT functionality 4.5 Describe the xml file format used for BCT 5 Explain Software Management and Hardware Upgrade 5.1 Describe the MOM (Managed Object Model) concept 5.2 Describe and create Configuration Versions (CVs) and explain CV Restore and Remove 5.3 Explain Software Upgrade Process 5.4 Explain Hardware Upgrade Process 6 Explain Performance Management Support 6.1 Detail the Performance Management Architecture 6.2 Explain the Subscription Profile principle 6.3 Explain the process of performance statistics data collection 6.4 Explain the process of performance recording data collection 6.5 Explain the process of General Performance Event Handling 6.6 Explain the Performance Data flow 7 Configure the ATM transport network in an RXI in order to set up connections to remote nodes (RNC and RBSs) 7.1 Describe the ATM Functionality of the RXI 7.2 Explain and configure ATM Cross Connection 7.3 Explain and configure AAL1 Circuit Emulation 7.4 Explain and configure AAL2 Switching 7.5 Explain and configure IMA groups 7.6 Viewing Transport Network using OSS-RC 8 Explain how to configure IP/Ethernet in an RXI 8.1 Configure IP/Ethernet MOs to bring the RXI into service 8.2 Configure Network Synchronization over IP 9 Explain RXI maintenance procedures and Fault Management 9.1 Identify the visual indicators of the RXI. 9.2 Identify alarm and events using the alarm manager in EMAS 9.3 Identify alarms using the alarm viewer in OSS-RC 9.4 Identify alarms using NCLI 9.5 Describe maintenance and error recovery procedures 9.6 Identify sample alarms that are generated by the RXI 9.7 Troubleshoot these alarms using the relevant OPIs Commercial in Confidence 64

65 Page Explain the process of Network Synchronization in RXI 10.1 Explain what Network Synchronization is 10.2 Describe the Synchronization Inputs and Outputs 10.3 Describe the Synchronization Reference Selection process 10.4 Describe the System Clock working modes 10.5 Configure Network Synchronization in the RXI 11 Explain and configure IP settings and IP routing tables in RXI for management traffic 11.1 Describe IP over ATM 11.2 Outline the basics of in-band management of the RXI 11.3 Describe how to set the IP address of the node 11.4 Describe how to create IP Termination Points 11.5 Describe how to set up IP Routes Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Design Engineers Network Deployment Engineer Service Deployment Engineer System Technician Service Technicians System Engineer Service Engineer Field Technicians. This audience is working with RXI 820 and/or RXI 860 integration, configuration or operation. Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: CPP Node Features and Functions (LZU ) Duration and class size The length of the course is four (4) days and the maximum number of participants is eight (8). Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in classroom environment. For all exercises, there must be at least one (1) computer per two (2) students. Each computer must have a connection to the RXI 820/860 and to the OSS-RC R4 to which the RXI is connected. Preferably, the RXI should be interconnecting one RBS with one RNC. The student computers must also have access to an ALEX server. The instructor, for demo purposes, have a laptop with the same connections as the student. Commercial in Confidence 65

66 Page 66 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 Introduction 0.5 hour Module 1: RXI Application Overview 1 hour 1 Module 2: Principle ATM Concepts 2,5 hours Module 3: Ethernet and IP Suite 1 hour 2 3 Module 4: Management Interfaces Module 4: Management Interfaces (cont.) Exercise 1: CPI and system level configuration Module 5: SW and HW Management Exercise 2: CLI and NCLI Exercise 3: OSS-RC tools Module 6: Performance Management Using OSS-RC Module 7: ATM Configuration Exercise 4: IMA, ATM Cross connections and AAL2 switching 1 hour 0,5 hour 1,5 hours 1.5 hours 1,5 hours 1 hour 0,5 hour 1 hour 4,5 hours 4 Exercise 4 continued Module 8: IP/Ethernet Configuration Module 9: Maintenance and Fault Management Exercise 5: Fault Management Module 10: Network Synchronization Module 11: IP Configuration and Control 2 hours 1 hour 1 hour 1 hour 0.5 hour 0.5 hour Commercial in Confidence 66

67 Page 67 WCDMA RAN P6 Configuration LZU R1A Description The course covers interface and service configuration for the WCDMA Radio Access Network (RAN). The WCDMA RAN configuration process is described for different scenarios: initial configuration, parameter modification, network architecture changes. Equipment, Transport Network and Radio Network configurations for traffic (3GPP) and management interfaces are handled and practical scenarios are presented. The WCDMA RAN is configured remotely from the O&M centre using OSS-RC, EMAS, AMOS and NCLI. The practical configuration tasks will be based around key practical exercises. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the main configuration areas and configuration processes of a WCDMA RAN 1.1 List the various nodes in the RAN and explain their respective roles 1.2 Explain the basic configuration processes in Ericsson s RAN implementation 2 Handle Managed Object Models in the WCDMA RAN 2.1 Explain the Managed Object principle 2.2 Explain the Managed Object Model implantation in WCDMA RAN nodes and OSS-RC 2.3 Configure Managed Objects using NCLI, EMAS and OSS-RC applications 3 Configure the Iu and Iur interfaces over IP/Ethernet and ATM 3.1 Describe the Iu and Iur interface protocols 3.2 Explain how to configure the Iu and Iur interfaces using NCLI, EMAS and OSS-RC application BCM using XML files 3.3 Describe the Physical layer implementations supported on the Iu and Iur interfaces 3.4 Configure the Physical Layer 3.5 Describe the Transport Layer implementations supported in the Iu and Iur interfaces 3.6 Configure the Transport Layer 3.7 Describe the SS7 implementations supported on the Iu and Iur interfaces 3.8 Configure the SS7 3.9 Describe the Control Layer implementations supported on the Iu and Iur interfaces 3.10 Configure the Control Layers for the Radio Network 3.11 Describe the IuCS user plane and Iur user plane over IP 3.12 Configure the IuCS user plane and Iur user plane over IP 3.13 Implement the Iu and Iur architectures in common scenarios 4 Configure the Iub interface over IP/Ethernet and ATM 4.1 Describe the Iub interface protocols 4.2 Explain how to configure the Iub interface using NCLI, EMAS, AMOS and the OSS-RC applications ARW (optional) and BCM using XML files 4.3 Describe the Physical Layer implementations supported on the Iub interface Commercial in Confidence 67

68 Page Configure the Physical Layer 4.5 Describe the Transport Layer implementations supported on the Iub interface 4.6 Configure the Transport Layer 4.7 Explain the Iub over IP/Ethernet in the RNC and RBS 4.8 Configure the Iub over IP/Ethernet in the RNC and RBS 4.9 Configure the Control Layers for the Transport and Radio Networks 4.10 Configure the Iub synchronization 4.11 Describe the Network Synchronization Server for IP transport 4.12 Describe the Network Synchronization client for IP transport 4.13 Implement the Iub Interface architecture in common scenarios 4.14 Describe the System Integrated Ethernet Switch 5 Configure the Cell Network 5.1 Describe WCMDA Radio Concepts 5.2 Describe the principles of HSDPA and E-UL 5.3 Explain how the WCDMA Radio parameters are mapped on the Cell Network 5.4 Explain how to configure the Cell Network using NCLI, EMAS and the OSS-RC applications RNH and BCR using XML files 5.5 Configure Location, Routing and Service Areas 5.6 Configure Cells 5.7 Configure Channels 5.8 Configure Neighboring Relations 6 Describe the Management Interfaces in the WCDMA RAN 6.1 Configure the Management Interfaces 6.2 Explain how IP is used for the O&M traffic 6.3 Describe the O&M Network implementations supported in the WCDMA RAN 6.4 Explain the IP Routing functionality in the WCDMA RAN nodes Target audience The target audiences for this course are: System Technicians Service Technicians System Engineers Service Engineers Prerequisites Successful completion of the following flow: WCDMA RAN P6 Network Operation FAB Duration and class size The length of the course is 5 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Commercial in Confidence 68

69 Page 69 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 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 1 Radio Network Configuration Overview 2.0 hours Managed Object Model Handling Management Interfaces 2.0 hours 2.0 hours 2 Iu and Iur Interfaces 6.0 hours 3 Iu and Iur Interfaces (continued) 4.0 hours Iub Interface 2.0 hours 4 Iub Interface (continued) 6.0 hours 5 Cell Network 5.0 hours O&M 1.0 hours Commercial in Confidence 69

70 Page 70 WCDMA RAN P6 Tuning LZU R1A Description This course is for radio network engineers who need to understand the main issues concerning the initial tuning of an Ericsson WCDMA radio network. The engineer will be able to collect and analyze data to better understand how to tune the network. Common radiorelated problems will be analyzed using information from different sources. Analysis of these problems will lead to a deeper understanding of radio network tuning, resulting in improvements in radio network performance. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Detail the general Radio Network Tuning process 1.1 Explain the service content of WCDMA RAN Tuning 1.2 Explain the service content of WCDMA RAN Optimization 1.3 Explain the difference between RAN Tuning and RAN Optimization 2 Make the preparations necessary to perform RAN Tuning 2.1 Define clusters and drive test routes 2.2 Perform a design and consistency check 2.3 Setup drive test tools 3 Explain and perform the process of pilot tuning 3.1 Explain what data to collect with TEMS Scanner 3.2 Collect and export TEMS Scanner data 3.3 Post process data using TEMS Investigation 3.4 Analyze and interpret the collected data in order to improve: Coverage, Interference, Missing neighbor cases 3.5 Implement changes in order to improve the performance of the Network 4 Explain and perform the process of UE tuning for Circuit Switched data 4.1 Define and show different performance indicators using TEMS Investigation 4.2 Explain accessibility, retainability and integrity 4.3 Post process data using TEMS Investigation 4.4 Analyze and interpret the collected data in order to improve: Accessibility, Retainability and Integrity 4.5 Implement changes in order to improve the performance of the Network 5 Explain and perform the process of UE tuning for Packet Switched data 5.1 Define and show different performance indicators using TEMS Investigation 5.2 Explain accessibility, retainability, throughput and spreading factor usage 5.3 Post process data using TEMS Investigation 5.4 Analyze and interpret the collected data in order to improve performance of the Network Commercial in Confidence 70

71 Page 71 6 Explain and perform the process of UE tuning for HSPA data 6.1 Understand EUL and MBMS services 6.2 Understand the process of HSDPA Tuning 6.3 Define and show different performance indicators using TEMS Investigation 6.4 Explain accessibility, retainability and integrity 6.5 Post process data using TEMS Investigation 6.6 Analyze and interpret the collected data in order to improve the performance of the Network Target audience The target audiences for this course are: System Engineer Service Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following flow: WCDMA RAN P6 Performance Management FAB Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons and theoretical exercises given in a classroom environment. Time schedule Commercial in Confidence 71

72 Page 72 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 1 WCDMA RAN Network Tuning Introduction 1.0 hours Preparations 1.0 hours 2 3 Practical exercises using TEMS Investigation Pilot Tuning Practical exercises using TEMS Investigation UE Tuning - CS Practical exercises using TEMS Investigation UE Tuning - PS Practical exercises using TEMS Investigation 4.0 hours 2.0 hours 4.0 hours 2.0 hours 2.0 hours 1.0 hours 1.0 hours Commercial in Confidence 72

73 Page 73 Ericsson WCDMA P6 HSPA System Techniques LZU R2A Description Have you ever wondered about Ericsson's High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) techniques or the modulation methods, channel structure and functionality of HSDPA and EUL? Well, wonder no more; this course demystifies Ericssons HSPA solution for WCDMA networks. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the basic principles 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 Fast Channel-dependent Scheduling for HSDPA 1.5 Explain HSDPA Fast Hybrid ARQ with Soft Combining 1.6 Explain HSDPA Fast Link Adaptation 1.7 Explain HSDPA Higher Order Modulation 1.8 Describe HSDPA Dynamic Power allocation 1.9 List the UE capabilities for HSDPA 1.10 Detail the WCDMA transmitter and bitrates for HSDPA 1.11 Describe the basic principles for EUL in Ericsson P Explain and compare the basic principles of EUL and HSDPA 1.13 List the EUL protocols 1.14 Explain the EUL transmitter architecture and bitrates 1.15 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 the function of HS-PDSCH, High Speed - Physical Downlink Shared Channel 2.5 Explain the function of HS-SCCH, High Speed - Shared Control Channel 2.6 Explain the function of HS-DPCCH, High Speed Dedicated Physical Control Channel 2.7 Explain the function of A-DCH, Associated Dedicated Channel 2.8 Detail the EUL Physical and transport Channel Structure 2.9 Explain the EUL Hybrid ARQ 2.10 Explain the use of EUL soft combining 2.11 Explain EUL multiple HARQ processes 2.12 Explain EUL redundancy versions 2.13 Explain the essence of Power Control for EUL 2.14 Describe the near far problem and non-orthogonality 2.15 Detail the EUL modified outer loop 2.16 Explain the Beta factors Commercial in Confidence 73

74 Page 74 3 Explain Protocol architecture details (MAC-hs, 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 side 3.7 List MAC-hs function at UE side 3.8 Describe the HSDPA Flow Control 3.9 Describe the L1/L2 protocols and functions of EUL 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 Control for HSDPA 4.5 Explain Congestion Control for HSDPA 4.6 Explain Load Sharing for HSDPA 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 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 5.4 Explain the EUL scheduling basics 5.5 List the EUL shared resources 5.6 Describe the control signaling for EUL scheduler 5.7 Compare EUL scheduled and serving grants 5.8 Explain the EUL scheduling request 5.9 Explain relative grant 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) 6.7 Explain throughput-triggered downswitch 6.8 Explain HS-DSCH Radio Connection Supervision 6.9 Explain the EUL mobility 6.10 Describe the EUL serving cell concept Commercial in Confidence 74

75 Page Describe E-DCH cell selection 6.12 Describe E-DCH cell change 6.13 Describe EUL soft and softer handover 6.14 Describe when leaving EUL coverage Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Design Engineer Network Design Engineer System Engineer Service Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following course: WCDMA P6 Air Interface LZU WCDMA RAN P6 Functionality LZU WCDMA RAN P6 Protocols and Procedures LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 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 Commercial in Confidence 75

76 Page 76 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 1 Basic Principles of HSPA 3.0 hours Transport Channels & Physical Channels for HSPA 3 0 hours 2 Protocol Architecture Details 3 0 hours Capacity Management 3 0 hours 3 Schedulers 2 0 hours Mobility 4 0 hours Commercial in Confidence 76

77 Page 77 WCDMA RAN P6 Transport Network System Techniques Description LZU R2A How does the Ericsson Transport Network use ATM and IP to carry user and control plane traffic? How are the various transport bearer Quality of Service (QoS) achieved using ATM and IP? With the help of the WCDMA RAN P6 Transport Network System Techniques course the attendees will learn about the Ericsson Transport Network ATM and IP functionality. They will see how QoS is achieved using ATM Adaptation layer 2 (AAL2) class A-D in an ATM network and with the Differentiated Services Code Point (DSCP) IP header field and Ethernet priority field (P-bit) in an IP/Ethernet network. They will also see various examples of Transport Networks using both ATM and IP with explanations of the advantages and disadvantages of each. With the guidance of the instructor participants will become familiar all aspects the WCDMA RAN P6 Transport Network System Techniques. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the ATM Functionality of the P6 RAN Transport Network. 1.1 Explain the basic ATM Cell structure and the ATM Service Categories used in the WCDMA RAN. 1.2 Explain the operation of ATM Adaptation Layer 2 (AAL2) and how its Connection Admission Control (CAC) handles class A, B, C and D traffic. 1.3 Explain some of the basic ATM topologies used in the P6 WCDMA RAN. 1.4 List the ETBs that support ATM in the WCDMA RAN. 2 Explain the IP Functionality of the P6 RAN Transport Network. 2.1 Explain how IP and Ethernet fit into the protocol layers in the WCDMA RAN. 2.2 Explain the basic structure of an IP Packet and Ethernet frame. 2.3 Explain how Quality of Service (QoS) is achieved using IP and Ethernet. 2.4 Explain some of the basic IP topologies used in the P6 WCDMA RAN. 2.5 List the ETBs that support IP/Ethernet in the WCDMA RAN. 3 Explain the various cases for using ATM and/or IP in the WCDMA RAN. 3.1 Explain the various cases for using ATM and/or IP in the WCDMA RAN. 3.2 Explain how Synchronization is performed in the P6 WCDMA RAN for ATM and IP Networks. 3.3 Explain how the Iub flow control mechanisms operate for R99 DCH, HSDPA and E-UL traffic. 3.4 Explain what Iub Dual Stack means and how the TN QoS Handling is used to control which transport type to use. Commercial in Confidence 77

78 Page 78 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineers, Service Design Engineers, Network Design Engineers, System Technicians, Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with the functionality of the WCDMA Radio Access Network (WCDMA RAN) and require a better understanding its Transport Network for ATM and IP. Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation The 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 1 ATM Transport Network Functionality IP Transport Network Functionality ATM and IP in the WCDMA RAN 2 0 hours 2 0 hours 2 0 hours Commercial in Confidence 78

79 Page 79 WCDMA RAN P6 IP Transport Network Design Description LZU R1A How does the Ericsson Transport Network use IP to carry user and control plane traffic? How are the various transport bearer Quality of Services (QoS) achieved using IP and Ethernet? How is link dimensioning performed when IP and Ethernet is used as an alternative to ATM and leased line? How is node dimensioning performed when IP is used in the WCDMA RAN? With the help of the WCDMA RAN P6 IP Transport Network Design course the attendees will learn how link and node dimensioning is performed when IP/Ethernet is used in the WCDMA RAN. This course is aimed at Network and Service Design Engineers with experience in ATM Transport Network Design who need to know how the introduction of IP in the WCDMA RAN affects link and node dimensioning. With the guidance of the instructor the mysteries of IP 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 Explain the IP Functionality of the P6 RAN Transport Network 1.1 Explain the basic structure of an IP Packet and Ethernet frame. 1.2 Explain how Quality of Service (QoS) is achieved using IP and Ethernet. 1.3 Explain how IP and Ethernet fit into the protocol layers in the WCDMA RAN. 2 Explain the IP link dimensioning principles 2.1 Explain how the peak traffic requirement is calculated from the Radio Network configuration. 2.2 Explain how strict QoS dimensioned is performed using the Kaufman-Roberts (K-R) principle. 2.3 Explain how Best Effort (BE) dimensioning is performed using the Elastic dimensioning principle. 2.4 Perform link dimensioning using IP. 2.5 Calculate link capacity requirements using one, two and 3 IP/Ethernet priority flows. 3 Perform WCDMA RAN Node dimensioning for IP Transport Networks 3.1 Explain the RBS 3000 IP transmission capabilities and configurations 3.2 Explain the RXI IP transmission capabilities and configurations 3.3 Explain the RNC 3810 IP transmission capabilities and configurations 3.4 Dimension the WCDMA Access Transport nodes (RBS, RXI and RNC) for IP/Ethernet transport networks. Commercial in Confidence 79

80 Page 80 Target audience The target audiences for this course are: Service Planning Engineers Service Design Engineers Network Design Engineers These audiences should have an understanding of ATM link and node dimensioning and therefore a need to understand how this is performed in IP/Ethernet networks. These audiences are responsible for the dimensioning and design of the Access Transport Network. Prerequisites Success completion of the following flows and course: WCDMA Fundamentals FAB or ATM Fundamentals FAB and/or IP Fundamentals FAB WCDMA Access Transport Network Design course LZU Or The participants should have working experience with WCDMA Radio Access Network P5, ATM Transport Network dimensioning and successful completion of the following course: WCDMA RAN P6 Transport Network System Techniques 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. 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 1 IP Transport Network Functionality Link Dimensioning using IP IP RAN Node Dimensioning 2 hours 3 hours 1 hour Commercial in Confidence 80

81 Page 81 WCDMA P6 / GSM BSS 07 Intersystem Handover LZU R1A Description Ever wondered how handover between 3G and 2G works and is implemented? This course focuses on the intersysten handover (IRAT HO) between GSM and WCDMA. System Information parameters for controlling the cell re-selection and handover of an Ericsson Network in a mixed 2G/3G environment are examined. Counters, timers and signalling flows are detailed and evalutated to optimize and troubleshoot intersystem handover related problems. The use IRATHOM (IRAT HO Manager) and NCS-GW (Neighboring Cell Support) is explained in theory as well as with practical exercises/demos. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain IRAT Handover 1.1 Evaluate the need for Intersystem Handover 1.2 Explain different IRAT Handover strategies 2 Name the features related to Intersystem Handover 2.1 Name drawbacks of previous UTRAN releases 2.2 Explain on overview level the features related to Intersystem Handover 2 3 Explain the process of PLMN Selection and radio access 3.1 Explain the PLMN selection process 3.2 Analyze System Information parameters for interoperability between 2G and 3G networks 4 Explain Cell Selection process 4.1 Detail relevant parameters in the 3G network 4.2 Detail the relevant parameters in the 2G network 4.3 Know and set relevant timers 5 Explain Cell Re-Selection process 5.1 Detail relevant parameters in the 3G network 5.2 Detail the relevant parameters in the 2G network 5.3 Know and set relevant timers 6 Explain Handover between 2G/3G cells 6.1 Explain the intersystem handover process 6.2 Explain the signaling flow 6.3 Explain the need for Compressed Mode 6.4 Know relevant parameters and timers 6.5 List supported bearer Commercial in Confidence 81

82 Page 82 7 Service based Handover 8 Evaluate the impact of Intersystem Handover on CS and PS services 8.1 Name the impact of Intersystem Handover on different services 8.2 Explain the purpose of IRATHOM and how to use it 8.3 Explain the purpose of NCS-GW how to use it Target audience The target audiences for this course are: Service Design Engineer Network Design Engineer System Engineer Service Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following flow and course: WCDMA RAN P6 Network Operation FAB WCDMA RAN P6 Configuration LZU The participants should be familiar with IRAT HO functionality, IRATHOM and GW-NCS. 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 and theoretical/practical exercises given in a classroom environment. Commercial in Confidence 82

83 Page 83 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 1 Overview & Strategy 0.5 hour RAN Features for Intersystem Handover PLMN and Cell Selection Cell Reselection Handover Impact of Intersystem Handover 0.5 hour 1 hour 1 hour 2 hours 1 hour 2 IRATHOM theory 2 hours IRATHOM exercises NCS-GW theory NCS-GW exercises 2 hours 1 hour 1 hour Commercial in Confidence 83

84 Page 84 WCDMA RAN P6 Optimization LZU R1A Description Get the optimization of an Ericsson WCDMA radio network into focus. Through this course, participating radio network engineers will learn to collect and analyze data to optimize the radio access network. Common radio-related problems will be analyzed using information from different sources, and analysis of these problems will lead to a deeper understanding of radio-network optimization process and result in improved understanding of the radio network functionalities, parameters, statistic and a radio-network performance. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Performance Monitoring of a Radio Network 1.1 Explain the difference between RAN Tuning and RAN Optimization 1.2 Explain how to monitor the RAN performance 1.3 Explain the definition of Network Quality 1.4 Explain the general optimization process 2 Data collection 2.1 Explain the collection and storage process for performance statistics 2.2 Explain the different counter types and their limitations 2.3 Explain the OSS-RC Data Collection (Subscription Profiles) 2.4 Setup formulas and statistics for RAN optimization 2.5 Calculate the traffic volumes and retrieve the busy hour in the network 3 Service Accessibility 3.1 Explain the function of Idle Mode Behavior, 3.2 Explain the function and impact of admission control 3.3 Explain the function and impact of congestion control 3.4 Explain the function and impact of load sharing 3.5 Explain which counters and formulas to use in order to retrieve the worst cells 3.6 Explain techniques for troubleshooting Accessibility KPIs, clustering and drill through statistics analyze. 3.7 Analyze data from real networks and propose changes in order to improve the network performance related to retainability 4 Service Retainability 4.1 Explain how the radio connection supervision is carried out and the impact of the network 4.2 Explain the role of the UE in WCDMA handover 4.3 Explain Inter-Frequency handover and Inter-RAT handover 4.4 Explain what type of events trigger measurement reports to be sent to the RNC 4.5 Explain the purpose of the handover evaluation algorithm Commercial in Confidence 84

85 Page Explain how the handover evaluation uses measurement reports to determine what action to take 4.7 Explain which counters and formulas to use in order to retrieve the worst cells 4.8 Explain techniques for troubleshooting Retainability KPIs, clustering and drill through statistics analyze. 4.9 Analyze data from real networks and propose changes in order to improve the network performance related to retainability 5 Service Integrity 5.1 Explain why inner, outer, and open loop power control are needed 5.2 Explain the operation of inner loop power control and the impact of the network 5.3 Explain the operation of outer loop power control and the impact of the network 5.4 Control the channel switching by means of parameter settings 5.5 Explain which counters and formulas to use in order to retrieve the worst cells 5.6 Explain how to optimize HSPA network 5.7 Explain how to optimize MBMS network 5.8 Explain techniques for troubleshooting Integrity KPIs, clustering and drill through statistics analyze. 5.9 Analyze data from real networks and propose changes in order to improve the networks integrity 6 UETR and GPEH 6.1 Explain how and when to use UETR and GPEH 6.2 Explain how to setup and retrieve UE Traffic Recording (UETR) 6.3 Explain how to analyze the UETR files using the TEMS Investigation RAN analysis 6.4 Explain how to setup General Performance Event Handling (GPEH) and how to analyze these files Target audience The target audience for this course is: Radio Network Engineers Prerequisites Successful completion of the following flow: WCDMA RAN P6 Performance Management FAB Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons, theoretical exercises and problembased cases from real network situations given in a classroom environment. Commercial in Confidence 85

86 Page 86 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 Course Introduction Performance monitoring of a WCDMA Radio Network Data Collection Service Accessibility Service Accessibility cont. Service Retainability Service Retainability cont. Service Integrity UETR and GPEH Course Conclusion 0.2 hour 0.8 hour 1.5 hours 3.5 hours 3 hours 3 hours 1,5 hour 2 hours 2 hours 0.5 hour Commercial in Confidence 86

87 Page 87 Ericsson MBMS System Techniques LZU R1A Description Do you need to know what s going on in the mobile TV area? This course will help you reveal the mystery of the new MBMS (Multimedia Broadcast Multicast Service) feature that enables mobile TV, among other services. We will guide you through the Ericsson PTM (Point-To-Multipoint) implementation, working principles and functionality. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain on overview level, the system architecture, services and applications 1.1 Compare PTM to PTP concepts 1.2 Understand the system architecture and functionality on node and interface level 1.3 Explain the Service Area concept 1.4 Explain the different kinds of services and applications the system enables 2 Understand the basic principles and channel structure 2.1 Explain the channel structure 2.2 Explain the concepts of Service Announcements and Session Handling 2.3 Explain Uu control management and user plane layer 2 handling 3 Explain the Mobility and Capacity Management concepts 3.1 Explain the Mobility concepts; Service Areas, Soft Combining, Cell Selection and reselection 3.2 Understand Frequency Layer Convergence (FLC) and Dispersion (FLD) 3.3 Understand the Preferred Layer (PL) and non-preferred Layer (NPL) concepts 3.4 Explain the Capacity Management Target audience The target audiences for this course are: Service Design Engineer Network Design Engineer Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with WCDMA radio network technology and/or successful completion of the following course: WCDMA P6 Air Interface LZU WCDMA RAN P6 Functionality LZU Commercial in Confidence 87

88 Page 88 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 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 1 Introduction, system architecture, services and applications 2 hour Basic principles and channel structure Mobility and Capacity Management concepts 2 hour 2 hours Commercial in Confidence 88

89 Page 89 WCDMA RAN P6 RBS 3418/3518 and RRU Maintenance LZU R1A Description This course is a task-based course covering hardware fault localisation and hardware replacement for the RBS 3418/3518 RRU The participants will perform hardware fault localisation and replacement on the RBS 3418/3518 RRU after attending this course. This course is based on P6 level of sofware release. After completion of this course the participants will be familiar with operation and maintenance tools used to manage CPP nodes such as Element Manager and NCLI (Node 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 WCDMA Interface 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) 2 Use the Customer Product Information (CPI) 2.1 Explain the CPI Library structure of the node 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 3 Connect to a node using CLI and also using NCLI. 3.1 Understand basic commands using CLI and using NCLI. 3.2 Have a basic understanding of the functionality and technology used in CLI and NCLI. 3.3 Understand the basic principles behind the Managed Object Model (MOM). 4 Explain the Browser based Thin Client 4.1 Start the Element Manager 4.2 Access and use the equipment view, Radio Network view, IP view, ATM view, Signaling view, Software view, Alarm view and Event view. 4.3 Find and react on Alarms and Events of the Alarm and Event View 4.4 Access the MOM from Element Manager using the Object Explorer extension 4.5 Access the property help feature from each window 5 Maintain the RBS 3418 and RBS 3518 and the RRU selected 5.1 Describe the hardware in the RBS 3418 and RBS 3518 types. 5.2 Describe the hardware in the Radio Remote Unit RRU Commercial in Confidence 89

90 Page Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on the RBS 3418, RBS 3518 and the RRU Target audience The target audience for this course is: Field Technicians Prerequisites Successful completion of the following flow and courses: WCDMA Network Fundamentals FAB or 1317 WCDMA P6 Air Interface LZU (optional) CPP Node Features and Functions LZU Duration and class size The duration of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of students is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons and practical exercises 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 1 WCDMA RAN Site Concept for RNC and RBS 1.0 hours Use the Customer Product Information (CPI) Use the Element Manager and object explorer of the RBS 3418/3518 including practical exercises. Use the NCLI tool of the RBS including practical exercises Maintain the RBS 3418/3518 theory and practical exercises 0.5 hours 1.5 hours 1.0 hours 2.0 hours Commercial in Confidence 90

91 Page 91 WCDMA RAN P6 Troubleshooting Description LZU R1A Once the WRAN network is up and running, how are faults detected and handled in the Connectivity Packet Platform (CPP) based nodes? How does Ericsson local/field support enable and collect logs from a CPP node? WCDMA RAN P6 Troubleshooting explains how, once a fault is detected, logs are collected to be included in Customer Service Requests (CSRs). It also gives an overview on how Ericsson enables traces and sets up the environment to collect logs, so that they can be appended to the CSRs. This training is useful for operation and maintenance personnel to get an understanding of the different logs in a CPP based node, how traces are enabled/collected and also to get an overall picture of the fault handling process in a WRAN network. Only the ATM based transport network is covered in the course and normal telnet sessions are used for troubleshooting. The Advanced Managed Object Scripting (AMOS) tool in OSS- RC5 is not used in this training. Customer Product Information (CPI) is used as course material. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Be aware of the different applications in OSS-RC5 and Element Manager and Command Line Interface (CLI) that might be useful during a troubleshooting procedure. 1.1 Be able to start and understand when to use the following applications in OSS-RC5:! Transport Network Viewer! Job Manager! Alarm List Viewer/ Alarm Status Matrix! WCDMA RAN Performance Measurements! WRAN Explorer GUI! Node Status Analyzer and Cabinet Equipment Viewer! Advanced Managed Object Scripting (AMOS) interface! Node Command Line Interface (NCLI) 1.2 Be able to start and analyze Alarm and Event Logs in the Element Manager 1.3 Be able to lock and restart boards and nodes, and the soft/hard lock concepts 1.4 Be able to check the status of the Manage Objects to find out the health of the node 1.5 Understand when CLI is used and when Element Manager/Object Explorer/NCLI are used Commercial in Confidence 91

92 Page 92 2 Understand the redundancy concepts in CPP 2.1 Use CLI commands to understand Fault Tolerant Core (FTC) concept 2.2 Use CLI to understand Reliable Program Uniter concept 2.3 Understand how physical link redundancies work 2.4 Understand the concept of moveable Connection End Point (Mv CEP) 3 Explain how Software Allocation works in a CPP based node 3.1 Be able to define a Plug-In-Unit in a free slot 4 Investigate the purpose and the location of the various types of logs one can find in a CPP based node, including Alarm Log, Event Log, Trace and Error Log, Error Log, Post Mortem Dump(PMD) Log, Availability Log and Security log 5 Understand how to read Trace and Error Log, and also how Ericsson Local Support enables traces in the process of troubleshooting 6 Solve a case by using active alarms and analyzing performance statistics. In the process, students should be able to: 6.1 Start performance monitoring (UETR) 6.2 Enable traces 6.3 Set up a target monitor and collect logs 7 Be able to collect data to include in a Customer Service Request (CSR) Target audience The target audiences for this course are: System Technician Service Technician System Engineer Service Engineer Commercial in Confidence 92

93 Page 93 Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: WCDMA RAN P6 Operation LZU WCDMA RAN P6 Configuration LZU The participants should be familiar with the normal operation and configuration in a WCDMA RAN network. Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This is a task-oriented learning course based on tasks in the work-process given 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 1 Introduction 0.5 hour Sum up of the various user interfaces in OSS-RC and Element Manager used for troubleshooting Exercise: Configuration summary Redundancy and exercises 3 hours 1 hour 1.5 hour 2,3 Logs in CPP based nodes and exercises 1,5 hour Software Allocation and exercise Trace and Error Log- Introduction and exercise Exercises : Analyzing configuration data Exercises: Cyclic restarts, Software faults Exercises: Setting up, Analysis of UETR Exercises: Collecting logs Course sum up 0.5 hour 1 hour 1 hour 2 hours 4 hours 1 hour 1 hour Commercial in Confidence 93

94 Page 94 WCDMA RAN P6 RBS 3308 Installation and Maintenance LZU R1A Description This course is a task-based course covering hardware replacement and Installation of an RBS The participants are expected to perform hardware fault localisation replacement and installation on the RBS 3308 after attending this course. This Course is based on P6 level of sofware release. After completion of this course the participants will be familiar with operation and maintenance tools used to manage CPP nodes such as Element Manager and NCLI (Node Command line Interface). Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Identify basic radio site equipment 1.1 Describe the RBS 3308 technical features 1.2 Identify the connection interface for the RBS Use the CPI to find documentation used in Installation and Maintenance 2 Use the Customer Product Information (CPI) to find the related documents 2.1 Follow the Installation Instruction found in the CPI to Install an RBS Install the RBS 3308 using the appropriate tools necessary 3 Describe the hardware in the RBS Describe the hardware architecture and the connectivity within the RBS Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on the RBS Target audience The target audiencse for this course are: Field Technicians Installation Technicians Prerequisites Successful completion of the following flow and course: WCDMA Network Fundamentals FAB or CPP Node Features and Functions LZU Duration and class size The duration of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of students is 8. Commercial in Confidence 94

95 Page 95 Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons and practical exercises 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 1 Introduction 0.2 hour Module 1 Site Introduction Module 2 RBS 3308 Installation Theory Module 3 RBS 3308 Maintenance Theory 0.8 hour 1.0 hour 1.0 hour Practical Exercises ( Installation and Site Maintenance) End of day Assessment 2.0 hour 1 hour Commercial in Confidence 95

96 Page 96 WCDMA RAN P6 RBS 3X16 Maintenance LZU R1A Description This course is a task-based course covering hardware replacement and maintenance of the RBS 3x16 node types. The participants are expected to perform hardware fault localisation replacement and some configuration tasks on a RBS 3x16 type after attending this course. This Course is based on P6 level of sofware release. After completion of this course the participants will be familiar with the features of the operation and maintenance tools used to manage CPP nodes such as Element Manager and NCLI (Node Command line Interface). Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe the different nodes in the RBS 3000 portfolio 1.1 Describe the features of both the RBS 3216 indoor unit and the RBS 3116 outdoor unit. 1.2 Describe the features of the stackable BBS 2216 battery cabinet. 2 Explain the CPI library structure of the node 2.1 Find the information in the library with use of regular expression 2.2 Find the operational instructions (OPI) and maintain the node according to the OPI 2.3 Find additional information on an alarm and solve the problem with the help of Element Manager 3 Explain the Browser based Thin Client 3.1 Start the Element Manager 3.2 Access and use the equipment view, Radio Network view, IP view, ATM view, Signaling view, Software view, Alarm view and Event view. 3.3 Find and react on Alarms and Events of the Alarm and Event View 3.4 Start the Command Line Interface using a telnet session over a crossed Ethernet cable 3.5 Execute basic commands using CLI 3.6 Start an NCLI via a CLI session 3.7 Execute some basic commands in NCLI mode 4 Detail the hardware of both the RBS 3216 and 3116 nodes 4.1 Trace the uplink and downlink traffic paths through the RBS 3x16 hardware 4.2 Trace the control and supervision communication throughout the node and the antenna system of an RBS 3x16 site 4.3 Power up/down the RBS 3x16 and connect up a thin client to the node 4.4 Perform preventative maintenance on the RBS 3x16 nodes 4.5 Find Faulty Hardware units and replace them 4.6 Perform Configuration tasks on the RBS 3x16 types 4.7 Perform configuration version backup and restore on RBS 3x16 types Commercial in Confidence 96

97 Page 97 Target audience The target audience for this course is Field Technicians Prerequisites Successful completion of the following flow: WCDMA Network Fundamentals FAB or CPP Node Features and Functions 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 and practical exercises 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 1 Class Introduction 15 min Module 1 Introduction Module 2 Customer Product Information Module 3 Management Tools Module 4 RBS 3x16 Maintenance Practical exercises 0.5 hour 15 min 1 hour 1 hour 3 hours Commercial in Confidence 97

98 Page 98 WCDMA RAN P6 RBS 3018 Maintenance LZU R1A Description This course is a task-based course covering hardware fault localisation and hardware replacement for the RBS The participants will perform hardware fault localisation and replacement on the RBS 3018 after attending this course. This Course is based on P6 level of sofware release. After completion of this course the participants will be familiar with operation and maintenance tools used to manage CPP nodes such as Element Manager and Node Command line Interface, NCLI. 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 WCDMA Interface for Transmission on Site 1.4 Identify, locate and handle the connection Unit for External Alarms 1.5 Identify and locate Remote Electrical Tilt Unit, RETU 1.6 Identify the Antenna System Controller, ASC 2 Use the Customer Product Information, CPI 2.1 Explain the CPI Library structure of the node 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 3 Connect to a node using CLI and also using NCLI. 3.1 Understand basic commands using CLI and using NCLI. 3.2 Have a basic understanding of the functionality and technology used in CLI and NCLI. 3.3 Understand the basic principles behind the Managed Object Model, MOM. 4 Explain the Browser based Thin Client 4.1 Start the Element Manager 4.2 Access and use the equipment view, Radio Network view, IP view, ATM view, Signaling view, Software view, Alarm view and Event view. 4.3 Find and react on Alarms and Events of the Alarm and Event View 4.4 Access the MOM from Element Manager using the Object Explorer extension 4.5 Access the property help feature from each window 5 Maintain the RBS 3018 and the RRU selected 5.1 Describe the hardware in the RBS 3018 types. 5.2 Describe the hardware in the Radio Remote Unit, RRU. 5.3 Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on the RBS Commercial in Confidence 98

99 Page 99 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Field Technician Prerequisites Successful completion of the following flow and course: WCDMA Network Fundamentals FAB or CPP Node Features and Functions LZU Duration and class size The duration of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of students is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons and practical exercises 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 1 WCDMA RAN Site Concept for RNC and RBS 1.0 hour Use the Customer Product Information, CPI Use the Element Manager and object explorer of the RBS 3018 including practical exercises. Use the NCLI tool of the RBS including practical exercises Maintaining the RBS 3018 theory and practical exercises 0.5 hour 1.5 hour 1.0 hour 2.0 hours Commercial in Confidence 99

100 Page 100 WCDMA RAN P6 Advanced Managed Object Scripting (AMOS) Introduction LZU R1A Description The main focus of this course is to give a detailed survey of the Advanced Managed Object Scripting (AMOS) and the participant will after the course have a broad knowledge about the commands and printouts on the CPP nodes. This course will give you the opportunity to acquire the specific skills necessary for getting information about the configuration and applications running on the CPP node in the WCDMA network. Hands-on practice in getting configuration in CPP nodes is provided, dealing with the operation and maintenance of the CPP nodes. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Give a high-level overview of AMOS 1.1 Explain and describe the AMOS tool 1.2 Describe the basic function of AMOS 1.3 List and describe the AMOS command line syntax and regular expressions 1.4 Describe the process of getting access to AMOS 2 Describe the relationship between Managed Objects and AMOS 2.1 Explain the Managed Object Model concept 2.2 Explain and describe the Management, Resource and Service layers 2.3 List the AMOS commands used for performance handling 2.4 Describe the commands for setting the configuration and environment variables 2.5 Describe the use of Mobatch files 2.6 Browse MOM from AMOS 2.7 Explain how filtering commands work 2.8 Describe how to use the offline AMOS mode 2.9 Describe how to run MO scripts 2.10 Describe how to send COLI commands from AMOS 3 Describe how AMOS applies to CPP Core 3.1 Use AMOS commands to get information about HW equipment resources 3.2 Describe the file system and software loading 3.3 Use AMOS commands to get access to Log files 3.4 List the AMOS commands for CV backups and software upgrades 3.5 Describe the CPP O&M functions Commercial in Confidence 100

101 Page Describe how AMOS applies to CPP NCH 4.1 Use AMOS commands to obtain a view of the ET boards 4.2 Use AMOS commands to obtain a view of the IMA and MSP configurations 4.3 Describe the supervision methods of fault management on the physical layer 4.4 List the AMOS commands in order to get Synchronization information 4.5 List the AMOS commands to obtain a view of the ATM transport network configuration 4.6 Use AMOS commands to obtain a view of the signaling protocol stack 4.7 Use AMOS commands to obtain a view of the ALCAP protocol 5 Describe how AMOS applies to UTRAN 5.1 Describe the UTRAN Protocol structure 5.2 Describe RNC MO architecture, transport network topology 5.3 Use AMOS commands to obtain a view of the RNC parameters 5.4 Use AMOS commands to obtain a view of Iub configurations and status 5.5 List the AMOS commands to get the radio network status 5.6 Use an AMOS command to obtain the Utrancell resource usage 5.7 List all supported RABs Target audience The target audiences for this course are: System Technician System Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: CPP Node Features and Functions LZU WCDMA RAN P6 Configuration LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 4 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 controlled technical environment using RBS/RNC/MSC equipment and tools (AMOS, WinFiol, CLI, and ALEX). Commercial in Confidence 101

102 Page 102 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 1 Course introduction 0.5 hour Module 1: AMOS Overview Module 2: Managed Objects 2 Review of Day 1 Module 3: CPP Core Exercises 3 Review of Day 2 Module 4: CPP NCH Exercises 4 Review of Day 3 Module 5: UTRAN Exercises 1.0 hour 4.5 hours 0.5 hour 3.0 hours 2.5 hours 0.5 hour 3.0 hours 2.5 hours 0.5 hour 2.0 hours 1.5 hours Commercial in Confidence 102

103 Page 103 WCDMA RAN P6 Advanced Troubleshooting LZU R1A Description This course gives theoretical knowledge and practical experience on advanced troubleshooting in the RNC and RBS nodes. The main focus is on identification of symptoms, isolation of faults, tracing and requisite action to be taken applying the tools used in WCDMA RAN and Customer Product Information (CPI) documentation. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 The RNC and RBS Layout and System Structure 1.1 Describe the WCDMA RAN System Architecture 1.2 Describe the RNC and RBS layout and concept 1.3 Name the layers and subsystems in the RNC and RBS 1.4 Describe the functions of the layers and subsystems 1.5 Explain how the subsystems interact with other nodes and interfaces 1.6 Identify the boards that implement the subsystems 1.7 Describe the RNC and RBS software structure and processor types 1.8 Describe the protocol stacks of Iu, Iur and Iub interfaces 1.9 Explain the Managed Objects Structure of RAN Nodes 2 Troubleshooting with OSSRC 2.1 Explain what is contained in UETR and CTR files 2.2 Explain briefly how recording files are collected and stored 2.3 Explain what events are collected 2.4 Explain what measurements are collected 2.5 Perform collection of and comprehend the key facets of the UETR and CTR files 2.6 Perform collection of and comprehend the key facets of the GPEH files 2.7 Perform data collection of the most important in logs 2.8 Explain what is contained in GPEH recordings 2.9 Explain briefly how GPEH files are collected and stored 2.10 Explain what Node-internal events are collected 2.11 Explain what inter-node events are collected Commercial in Confidence 103

104 Page Describe other Troubleshooting tools 3.1 Explain the Troubleshooting process 3.2 Outline the various applications/databases available for troubleshooting and perform example searches using all tools 3.3 Explain in a step by step manner the logs which should be collected 3.4 Access logs on the RNC and RBS and discuss points of note from these 3.5 Explain the tracing concept and appropriate traces to localize faults 3.6 Perform various tracing using AMOS including IMSI and cell related traces 3.7 Outline various useful AMOS commands for troubleshooting 4 Perform troubleshooting procedures 4.1 Perform an emergency recovery on RNC and RBS nodes 4.2 Demonstrate using a case study from an important area: using all available information a practical example of the troubleshooting process. Outline the problem, suggest possible traces required, interpret the traces, identify the problem, and all further steps required until the problem is resolved. In this study all tools described in module 2 and 3 will be used where appropriate. 4.3 Perform advanced troubleshooting on RNC and RBS nodes Target audience The target audience for this course is experienced operator personnel required to perform advanced troubleshooting on the WCDMA RAN. Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: CPP Node Features and Functions LZU WCDMA RAN P6 Operation LZU WCDMA RAN P6 Protocols and Procedures LZU Participants must have experience in working with WCDMA RAN nodes Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Commercial in Confidence 104

105 Page 105 Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in 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 1 Course Introduction Module 1: RNC and RBS Layout and System Structure Module 2: OSSRC recordings Module 3: Other Trouble Shooting Tools 2 Review of Day 1 Module 3 (continued) 3 Review of Day 2 Module 4 Troubleshooting procedures Troubleshooting exercises and case studies 0.5 hour 1.0hours 3.0hours 1.5 hours 0.5 hour 5.5 hours 0.5 hour 0,5 hours 5 hours Commercial in Confidence 105

106 Page 106 OSS-RC Overview Error! Unknown document property name. Error! Unknown document property name. Description Today operators manage extremely large networks, varying from GSM, CORE to 3G networks. This could mean that up to 30,000 cells may need to be configured, troubleshooted and monitored. Do you know how operators manage their network elements? Ericsson s Operation Support System for Radio & Core (OSS-RC) is designed to manage, configure, monitor, troubleshoot and upgrade all the various networks available e.g Core, 2G and 3G. Participants attending the OSS Overview course will be given a basic introduction to the OSS-RC R6 system. They will learn how OSS-RC R6 is used for centralized Operation and Maintenance of mobile networks, the nodes specific to each network as well as service layer equipment. Participants are introduced to the Sub-Network Management Platform and learn how its components and applications provide comprehensive configuration, management and optimization applications. They also learn about the benefits associated with these applications. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain why network management is necessary, and outline the role of OSS-RC as a network management system 1.1 Briefly describe the overall functionality offered by OSS-RC 1.2 Identify the OSS-RC common components, core network components, WCDMA RAN components and GSM RAN components 1.3 Briefly describe the structure of the Active Library Explorer, ALEX for OSS-RC 1.4 Overview the functionality offered by the common integration framework CIF. 2 Discuss the OSS-RC Common Components 2.1 List the OSS-RC common components 2.2 Outline the functionality of one or more common components 2.3 Highlight the benefits of the OSS-RC Common components 2.4 Identify Optional common components. 3 Identify the OSS-RC Core Network Components 3.1 Show MSC/MGw Configuration Manager application 3.2 Illustrate GPRS Configuration Manager application 3.3 Relate GPRS-CM to GPRS Test and Monitoring application 3.4 Display Core Network Status Monitor Commercial in Confidence 106

107 Page Present Call Path Tracing application 3.6 View Number Analysis Manager application 3.7 Explain Interactive Messaging Manager application 3.8 Demonstrate IMS Configuration Manager application. 4 Identify the OSS-RC WCDMA RAN components 4.1 Be familiar with the WRAN Explorer and its functionality 4.2 List the benefits and basic functionality of the OSS-RC WCDMA components. 5 Identify the GSM RAN components 5.1 Appreciate the functionality of the Cellular Network Administration application and interface 5.2 Describe the Base Station Management applications 5.3 Outline IP support and IP configuration for GSM RAN. Target audience The target audience for this course is: Network Design Engineers, Network Deployment Engineers, Service Technicians, System Engineers, and System Administrators. This audience is anyone new to OSS-RC who requires an overview of the OSS-RC product. Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: WCDMA Network Fundamentals, WBL (FAB R1A) GSM Network Fundamentals WBL (FAB R1A) or GSM System Survey LZU GPRS System Survey LZU or Ericsson WCDMA System Overview LZU The participants should be familiar with GSM network or WCDMA network. Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is 16 Commercial in Confidence 107

108 Page 108 Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom or virtual classroom environment with remote access to equipment and tools for demonstration purposes, where possible. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. (This paragraph is mandatory). Day Topics in the course Estimated time 1 Introduction to OSS-RC and Platform Overview 1 hour 2 OSS-RC Common Components 2 hours 3 OSS-RC Core Network Components 1 hour 4 OSS-RC WCDMA RAN Components 1 hour 5 OSS-RC GSM RAN Components 1 hour Commercial in Confidence 108