MSS R6.0 Training Programs. Preliminary Catalog of Course Descriptions

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1 MSS R6.0 Training Programs Preliminary Catalog of Course Descriptions

2 Catalog of Course Descriptions INTRODUCTION...5 ACCESS NETWORKS, AN OVERVIEW...6 APG 43 DELTA...8 APG43 INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION...10 APG43 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE...13 ATM & IP OVER ATM...16 AXE BLADE CLUSTER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE...21 CORE NETWORKS, AN OVERVIEW...24 CPP NODE FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS...26 ERICSSON WCDMA SYSTEM OVERVIEW...29 GPRS OVERVIEW...32 GPRS SYSTEM SURVEY...34 GSM BSS 07 RBS 2000 BASICS...38 GSM RADIO NETWORK OVERVIEW...40 GSM SYSTEM SURVEY...42 GSM/WCDMA MSC IN POOL INTRODUCTION...47 GSM/WCDMA M-MGW R6 OPERATION AND CONFIGURATION...50 IP NETWORK APPLICATIONS...53 Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

3 IP NETWORK APPLICATIONS...55 M-MGW R6.0 DELTA...57 MSC SERVER R14 BLADE CLUSTER OVERVIEW...59 MSC-S R14.0 BLADE CLUSTER DELTA...62 MSC-S R14.0 BLADE CLUSTER OPERATION...65 MSC-S R14.0 BLADE CLUSTER CONFIGURATION...68 MSC-S R14 BLADE CLUSTER DATA TRANSCRIPT WORKSHOP...72 MSS R6 PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT...75 MSS SIGTRAN WORKSHOP...78 MSS R6 SURVEY...81 MSS TROUBLESHOOTING TECHNIQUES...83 MSS VOIP INTERWORKING...86 NETWORKING AND ETHERNET STANDARDS...88 NETWORKING BASICS, AN OVERVIEW...90 OSS RC OVERVIEW...92 SIGNALING IN THE CORE NETWORK - CLASSICAL ARCHITECTURE...94 SIGNALING IN THE CORE NETWORK - MOBILE SOFTSWITCH SOLUTION...97 SIP/SIP-I IN MSS R TFO/TRFO INTERWORKING INTRODUCTION WCDMA RADIO ACCESS NETWORK OVERVIEW Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

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5 Introduction Ericsson has developed a comprehensive Training Programs service to satisfy the competence needs of our customers, from exploring new business opportunities to expertise required for operating a network. The Training Programs service is delineated into packages that have been developed to offer clearly defined, yet flexible training to target system and technology areas. Each package is divided into flows, to target specific functional areas within your organization for optimal benefits. Service delivery is supported using various delivery methods including: Icon Delivery Method Instructor Led Training (ILT) 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 Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

6 Access Networks, An Overview LZU R2A Description When you complete this course you will be able to describe the basic concepts and technologies in both fixed and mobile access networks. These concepts are all presented in such a way to give you a solid foundation to build upon. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe fixed network connections in access networks as described in Customer Product Information documents. Outline basic concepts such as bandwidth and technologies in access networks Describe access based on telephone networks (analogue and digital). Outline other access network technologies, such as fiber optics and microwave. 2 Describe the basic concepts of mobile access for GSM, GPRS and UMTS. Explain GSM architecture and outline how traffic flows in GSM. Explain GPRS architecture and outline traffic flow in a GPRS network. Explain UMTS architecture and outline traffic flow in a UMTS network. Describe Mobile IP. 3 Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineers, Service Design Engineers, Network Design Engineers, Network Deployment Engineers, Service Deployment Engineers, System Technicians, Service Technicians, System Engineers, Service Engineers, Field Technicians, System Administrators, Application Developers. Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with IP Network Applications WBL, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 hours 30 minutes.

7 Learning situation This is a web-based interactive training course with multimedia content. 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 Fixed Network Connection: Access Networks 1 hour Connecting While Travelling: Mobile Access 1 hour 30 mins Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

8 APG 43 Delta LZU R2A Description The Adjunct Processor Group 43 (APG43) is the IO system of the APZ control system in AXE 10 and AXE 810 with focus on board size footprint and integration in the evolved Generic Ericsson Magazine (egem). The APG 43 is housed on blades (egem boards) in egem magazine, utilizing the egem infrastructure. This course will cover aspects in the new APG release. The students will retain knowledge regarding the architecture and the functionality of the APG43. The differences to the previous APGs will be covered. Learning objectives At the end of this course, the students will be able to: 1 Describe the APG features on an overview level 1.1 Be introduced to the main components of the APG Describe the APZ versions used with APG Observe the capacity differences between different IO systems 2 Describe the APG Hardware 2.1 Describe the layout of the egem subrack housing the APG Explain the Ethernet star connections in the backplane 2.3 Describe the different boards used in APG Describe the front cabling connections in APG 43 3 Describe the APG Software 3.1 Describe the new software structure used in APG Describe the new sub-systems introduced in APG Explain the VERITAS software RAID function in APG Describe the quota based protection feature 4 Discuss other improvements in APG Understand the new Configuration and Hardening feature in APOS 4.2 Describe the different user interfaces towards the APG Explain the changes to the Disaster Recovery procedure in APG Briefly describe the procedure to change a GED disk board 4.5 Describe the command differences between APG40 and APG43 Target audience The primary target audience for this course: System Technicians and other staff working with APG43.

9 Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with the previous APG40 releases. Duration and class size The length of the course is 6 hours and the maximum number of participants is 16.. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons. 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 60 min APG 43 Hardware and Interfaces 120 min APG 43 Sofware and 3 rd party midlleware 60 min Other Improvements 100 min Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

10 APG43 Installation and Configuration LZU R1A Description This course will prepare participants for installation and configurational tasks on the APG43 by engaging in theoretical and practical sessions with the trainer. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the APG43 functionalities in installation and configuration procedures After the course the students will be able to install, configure and put an APG43 into operation. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe the subsystem structure of the APG43 and the hardware layout in the e- GEM. It also describes the main hardware and functionality changes from the APG Describe the subsystems in the APG Recognize the hardware configuration of the APG Explain the main hardware and functionality differences from the APG Describe the structure of the Data Disk in APG43 2 Describe the hardware layout and cable connections of the APG43. It also describes the procedure to install and test an APG Describe the APG43 hardware and cable connections 2.2 Make and verify an AP System backup 2.3 Perform Hardware Configuration (HWC) changes 2.4 Prepare for Site Parameter Change 2.5 Perform a Start Up and Test procedure on an APG Configure the APG43 for APZ 2.7 Perform Test APG43 3 Understand the administration of the different security functions in the APG Describe the User management in APG How to define different user groups and their Authorities in APG43 and CP 3.3 APG43 Domain handling 3.4 Master User Domain (MUD) 4 Understand the Anti Virus software that is installed on the APG Describe the etrust Antivirus software 4.2 Know how to avoid getting virus on the APG Configure the antivirus software 4.4 Update the virus definitions 4.5 Create a scheduled scan job

11 Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Technicians, System Engineers. This audience are personnel working with Network Maintenance, Network Operation, Network Development and System Administration. Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with Windows 2003 and have fulfillled the course: APG43 Operation and Maintenance, LZU And APG43 Delta, LZU Paricipants should also have some AXE knowledge equal to the following course: AXE Survey, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 days and the maximum number of participants is 8. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical and practical instructor-led lessons given in both classroom and in a technical environment using equipment and tools, which are accessed both locally and 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. Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

12 Day Topics in the course Estimated time (Minutes) 1 Course Introduction 15 1 Chapter 1 - Introduction to APG Chapter 2 - Start Up, Configuration and Test of APG Exercises for Chapter 1 and Chapter 3 - Authority System and User Account Management 90 2 Chapter 4 - Antivirus Configuration 70 2 Exercises for Chapter 3 and Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

13 APG43 Operation and Maintenance Description LZU R1A Do you want to know how the APG43 works? Are you required to perform Operation and Maintenance activities on the APG43 such as backups, creating new user accounts, or configuring statistical measurement programs? This course describes the hardware and software structure of the APG43. It also explains many of the features in APG43 while describing the procedures and commands used to configure them. The participants will gain experience in handling the APG43 by performing a series of practical exercises designed to re-enforce the theoretical components of the course. The exercises include fault handling, trouble report creation, file transfer definitions, backup procedures and more. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe the APG features on an overview level 1.1 Introduce the APG43 product and its main features 1.2 Compare the performance and hardware characteristics of APG43 to previous IO systems 2 Describe the APG43 hardware components 2.1 Explain the layout of the EGEM magazine including APG Describe each board which makes up the APG43 and their functions 2.3 Understand the front cabling used in APG43, and be familiar with the connections 2.4 Be familiar with the APG43 data disk directory structure, and describe the contents 3 Use different interfaces to connect to the APG43 platform 3.1 Connect to the APG43 using Telnet, WinFiol or Terminal Server 3.2 Describe the serial console port in APG43, and when it is used

14 4 Explain the APG43 software structure 4.1 Provide a basic understanding of the software architecture, and describe the major components APHW, APOS, ACS on an overview level 4.2 Describe some of the commonly used applications such as Microsoft Cluster Server and other 3 rd Party products 4.3 Describe the functions of ACS and AES subsystems used in APG Perform exercises to define file transfer destinations in the AP, and generate files to observe the file transfer process. 5 Describe the principles of the alarm system in APG Explain the principles of the alarm system on the APG Describe the functions of PRC, USA and SSU 6 Describe the file management system implemented in APG Understand the main file handling functions used in FMS 6.2 Perform exercises to create, rename, copy and remove files in FMS 6.3 Explain the CP backup functions supported in APG Understand how to transfer a CP backup file into the AP to be loaded into the CP 7 Describe the Man-Machine Subsystem in APG Describe the hardware components in MCS 7.2 Understand how users can be defined in APG43 with different levels of access to AP and CP functions 7.3 Explain the alarm display function used in APG Define the data for an external alarm in APG43 8 Describe the APG43 System Backup, Restore and Function Change procedures 8.1 Describe the principles of the APG43 backup function, and perform a backup of the APG Explain the APG43 system restore procedure, and perform a single Node restore 8.3 Describe the Function change principles, and perform a soft function change in APG43 9 Describe the principles of the Statistics and Traffic Measurement subsystem STS in APG Have a basic understanding of STS concepts and their implementation in APG Explain the counters, objects and object types used in STS 9.3 Understand the output of files and the different formats used in STS 9.4 Perform and exercise to define measurement reports to produce statistical data to be output to a destination defined in APG43 Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Technicians, System Engineers. This audience is responsible for Network Maintenance, Network Operation and System administration Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

15 Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with previous version of APG 40 systems. Successful completion of the following courses: APG43 Delta FAB R1A 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 a 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 1 APG43 Introduction APG43 Hardware Accessing the APG43 Network APG43 Software 2 APG43 Software APG43 Alarm System APG43 File Management Subsystem 3 APG43 File Management Subsystem APG43 Man-Machine Communication Subsystem APG43 Backup 4 APG43 Restore and Function Change APG43 STS Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

16 Error! Unknown document property name. LZN Error! Unknown document property name. (Instructor Led Training) LZU /9 R1A (Virtual Classroom Training) Description This course covers the purpose and principles of Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM). From cell format over circuits and connections to ATM network traffic and ATM internetworking, this course explores the evolution and trends of ATM networking. It contrasts alternative technologies including IP and Frame Relay and discusses multi-service traffic types and quality of service (QoS). The latter part of the course focuses on IP over ATM. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe basic ATM concepts 1.1 Understand the basic ATM concepts 1.2 List some reasons for implementing an ATM service 1.3 Describe the general format of the ATM cell structure 1.4 Understand the basic concept of virtual circuits 1.5 Describe ATM's handling of different traffic types 2 Describe ATM Standardisation 2.1 List the ATM standards bodies 2.2 Outline the responsibilities of the ATM forum 2.3 Describe briefly the history of ATM 2.4 Outline the major ATM standards 2.5 Describe the ATM protocol layers 3 Describe the physical layer 3.1 Define the physical layer 3.2 Explain how the physical layer interacts with other layers 3.3 Describe Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH) and Synchronous Optical Network (SONET) 3.4 Understand Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) 4 Describe the ATM layer 4.1 Understand the ATM header information and how it is used 4.2 Outline the UNI and NNI cell headers 4.3 Describe the functions of the ATM layer 5 Describe the ATM Adaptation Layers (AAL 1, 2, 5 and0) 5.1 Describe the ATM Adaptation Layer 5.2 Describe quality of service (QoS) categories 5.3 Outline the function of the different AAL types and sublayers

17 6 Describe circuit emulation 6.1 Outline current trends and requirements of voice networks 6.2 Describe the concept of Circuit Emulation 6.3 Describe structured and unstructured Circuit Emulation 7 Understand signalling and addressing 7.1 Describe signalling functions and signalling control functions 7.2 Outline address formats 7.3 Describe signalling for point-to-point and point-to-multipoint calls 8 Understand UNI signalling 8.1 Describe UNI signalling functions and signalling control functions 8.2 Outline the format of a UNI signalling message 9 Understand PNNI routing and signalling 9.1 Outline where PNNI is used 9.2 Outline how PNNI groups are formed 9.3 Describe how PNNI transit lists work 10 Understand Other signalling protocols AAL2, B-ICI, AINI and IISP 10.1 Describe the use of AAL2, B-ICI, AINI and IISP within a network 10.2 Describe AAL Understand Broadband-Intercarrier Interface (B-ICI) 10.4 Understand ATM Internetworking Interface (AINI) 10.5 Understand Interim Inter-switch Signalling Protocol (IISP) 11 Understand network management 11.1 Describe how ATM switches are managed 11.2 Outline the differences between SNMP and ILMI 11.3 Outline the capabilities of ILMI 12 Understand ATM Traffic Descriptors 12.1 Understand ATM Traffic Descriptors 12.2 Outline which Traffic Descriptors are required for each Service Category 13 Describe quality of Service parameters 13.1 Define the quality of service (QoS) parameters used in ATM 13.2 Distinguish between negotiable and non-negotiable QoS parameters 14 Describe traffic control 14.1 Describe what is meant by connection admission control 14.2 Define virtual bandwidth 14.3 Define traffic shaping 14.4 Define traffic policing 15 Understand the ATM switch architecture 15.1 Outline the basic structure of a switching node 15.2 Outline different fabric types 15.3 Outline the function of the switch map, or routing table Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

18 15.4 Define Input and output buffers 15.5 Define Blocking 16 Understand ATM networks 16.1 Outline how networks are created 16.2 Describe how different network types interwork 16.3 Define Public and private networks 16.4 Outline the location of UNI and PNNI 17 Describe IP over ATM fundamentals 17.1 Describe why ATM is widely used to carry IP traffic 17.2 List some of the issues encountered when internetworking IP and ATM 17.3 List the standards bodies involved in the development of the IP over ATM specifications 18 Describe Multiprotocol Encapsulation over AAL Define RFC Describe logical link control (LLC) encapsulation 18.3 Describe VC multiplexing 18.4 State when both methods are used 19 Describe Classical IP over ATM 19.1 Describe Classical IP over ATM (CLIP) 19.2 Describe the function of an ATMARP server 19.3 Define a logical IP subnet (LIS) 19.4 Describe the format of an ATMARP packet 20 Describe Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) 20.1 Describe the concept of MPLS 20.2 List some advantages of MPLS 20.3 Describe the structure of an MPLS network 20.4 Describe how a Label Switched Path (LSP) is set up Target audience The target audience for this course is not limited and may be taken by anyone that has a need to learn about ATM and IP over ATM; for example, Network Operations, Network Development and System Administration staff. Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with datacommunications and telecommunications and should have successfully completed the Datacom Networking course (LZU ) or the Introduction to IP Networks (FAB ) Web Based Learning course, or have equivalent experience. Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

19 Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation LZU is an instructor-led theory course delivered in a classroom. LZU /9 is the same course delivered via VCT (Virtual Classroom Training) over the Internet. Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

20 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 Welcome 0.25 hours 1 Chapter 1: Introduction 1.5 hours 1 Chapter 2: Standardisation 0.5 hours 1 Chapter 3: The Physical Layer 1 hour 1 Chapter 4: The ATM Layer 1.25 hours 1 Chapter 5: The ATM Adaptation Layer 1.5 hours 2 Chapter 6: Circuit Emulation 0.5 hours 2 Chapter 7: Signalling 0.5 hours 2 Chapter 8: UNI Signalling 1 hour 2 Chapter 9: PNNI 1 hour 2 Chapter 10: AAL2, B-ICI, AINI, IISP 0.5 hours 3 Chapter 11: Network Management 0.5 hours Chapter 12: ATM Traffic Descriptors 1 hour Chapter 13: Quality of Service Parameters hour 2 Chapter 14: Traffic Control 0.5 hours Chapter 15: ATM Switch Architecture 0.5 hours Chapter 16: Building ATM Networks 0.5 hours Chapter 17: IP over ATM Fundamentals 0.5 hours Chapter 18: Multiprotocol Encapsulation over AAL5 0.5 hours Chapter 19: Classical IP over ATM 1 hour Chapter 20: MPLS 2.5 hours Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

21 AXE Blade Cluster Operation and Maintenance LZU R1A Description The AXE Blade Cluster is a system in which are involved more than one node configured differently in function and hardware as a MSC/TSC and Signalling Proxy (SPX) applications. After finishing this course the students will be able to understand the Blade Cluster System concepts and Operate and maintain it. The course contains a balanced description of the classical AXE Platform Applications delivered by Ericsson and the AXE Blade Cluster. Through practical exercises the participants will gain experience in handling the Blade Cluster System by sending commands and analysing alarms and printouts. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Provide an overview of the AXE Blade Cluster system 1.1 Explain the APZ history and evolution. 1.2 Identify the Basic Concepts related to an AXE Blade Cluster system. 1.3 Describe the IS infrastructure used in an AXE Blade Cluster system. 2 Describe the functions and the physical structure of the Signaling Proxy (SPX) 2.1 List the SPX functions 2.2 Explain the basic APZ structure. 2.3 Describe the purpose of the APG43 for a MSC-S blade cluster. 2.4 List APG43 commands applicable to a CP Cluster. 3 Demonstrate use of the Cluster Handler (CH) in a CP Cluster system 3.1 Introduce Cluster CP as part of APZ integrated into IS environment. 3.2 Describe the Cluster and Quorum terminologies and concepts. 3.3 Execute the commands and printouts used to support the CP Cluster. 3.4 Describe the functional aspects of APZ Identify the MSC-S internal VLANs used in a MSC-S Blade Cluster. 4 Operate the CP Cluster system 4.1 Explain the Operation principles for the CP Cluster. 4.2 Use commands to access the CP Cluster. 4.3 Demonstrate use of the software management system to perform system backup and software upgrade in a Cluster CP.

22 5 Discriminate the Fault Handling recovery procedures for a Cluster CP 5.1 List the Hardware Fault recovery processes for CP Cluster. 5.2 Repair faults in APZ Hardware. 5.3 List the Software Fault recovery processes for CP Cluster. 5.4 Understand the APZ logs. 6 Describe the MSC-S Blade Cluster Configuration steps 6.1 Explain the configuration steps of MSC-S BC. 6.2 List in an overview level the IS Domain system configuration steps. 6.3 List in an overview level the APG Domain system configuration steps. Target audience The target audience for this course is: System Technicians, System Engineers and Network Deployment Engineers. Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: APZ Operation & Maintenance LZU R2A Integrated Site 2.0 Overview LZU R1A Integrated Site 2.0 Operation & Configuration LZU R1A 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 technical environment using equipment and tools. Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

23 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated time 1 Introduction Signaling Proxy SPX MSC/TSC Blades Exercise 1 2 Demonstrate use of the Operation handling concepts for AXE Blade Cluster Exercise 1(cont.), 2, 3, 4 3 Demonstrate use of the Fault handling concepts for AXE Blade Cluster Exercise 1(cont.), 5, 6, 7(optional) MSC-S BC configuration steps 1h 1h 3h 1h 2h 4h 2h 3h 1 h Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

24 Core Networks, An Overview LZU R2A Description Upon completion of this course, you will have acquired the knowledge to describe the technologies in the core networks, the core network architecture and give an overview of core network operation and maintenance. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 7 Describe the technologies in the core network as found in the system release documentation 7.1 Explain how a physical network is built 7.2 Outline different types of multiplexing (TDM and WDM) 7.3 Describe transmission technologies such as SDH and SONET 7.4 Describe optical ring architecture and the basics of ATM and MPLS 8 Define core network architectures 8.1 Understand traffic trends and outline multiservice backbone requirements 8.2 Explain resource allocation and quality of service 8.3 Outline performance optimization 8.4 Define IPSec and VPN technology 9 Outline the main principles of network operation and maintenance 9.1 Outline the steps involved in network operation 9.2 Explain network traffic and outline some network traffic situations 9.3 Explain monitoring using SNMP and PING 9.4 Define steps and routines for error handling Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineers, Service Design Engineers, Network Design Engineers, Network Deployment Engineers, Service Deployment Engineers, System Technicians, Service Technicians, System Engineers, Service Engineers, Field Technicians, System Administrators, Application Developers.

25 Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with IP Network Applications WBL, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 hours. Learning situation This is a web-based interactive training course with multimedia content. 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 Technologies in the Core Network 1 hour Core Network Architecture 1 hour Network Operation and Maintenance 1 hour Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

26 CPP Node Features and Functions Description LZU R7A 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

27 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 audience for this course is: Field Technician Service Engineer System Engineer Prerequisites Successful completion of the following flow: WCDMA Fundamentals FAB 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. Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

28 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated time 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 hour 1.5 hours 1 hour 1 hour 1 hour 0.5 hour Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

29 Ericsson WCDMA System Overview Description LZU R7A Do you need to understand what 3rd generation systems are all about? Do you get lost when people talk about Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA) system? This course explains the purpose of the WCDMA Core, Radio, and Service Network Elements together with the standardization of the WCDMA access network. In addition, the participants will learn how Ericsson s mobile core network solution connects to external networks such as WCDMA Radio Access Networks, PSTN Networks, PABXs, IMS/VoIP networks or other Mobile Networks. The focus is on general principles rather than specific technical details. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Detail the nodes and interface in WCDMA Network. 1.1 Explain the idea of the converged industries and the layered core network. 1.2 Present the 3GPP network model, and Ericsson network 1.3 Explain on overview level the functionality of each node and its architecture. 2 Understand the standardization bodies involved in 3 rd generation. 2.1 Distinguish the Standardization bodies involved in the WCDMA Systems. 2.2 Give in own words why standards are important in Telecommunications. 2.3 Acknowledge what standardization bodies are, and what are their functions. 2.4 Express the concept of full duplex communication, and FDD. 2.5 State the frequency bands and systems chosen for the different areas. 3 Explain on an overview level the Ericsson Mobile Core Network Solution 3.1 Explain on an overview level the architecture of the mobile core network. 3.2 Describe the Mobile Softswitch Solution Detail the architecture and functions of the MSC-Server 13.2 and M-MGW Describe the two nodes involved in the P.S, domain of the core network. 3.5 Recall the transport domain, and the various transport technologies used. 3.6 Describe interconnections and protocols in the C.S. and P.S. Domains 3.7 Identify the function of the main database nodes. 3.8 Explain basic traffic cases in the Mobile Softswitch Solution. 4 Explain the 3 rd Generation Radio Access Network. 4.1 Explain various access techniques. 4.2 State the coding types used in WCDMA, and how they prevent interference in the uplink and downlink. 4.3 Recognize the Importance of power control. 4.4 List the different handover scenarios in terms of soft, softer and hard handover.

30 4.5 Acknowledge the architecture of the Ericsson RAN Nodes RNC and RBS. 4.6 Identify the basic principles of HSDPA and EUL. 5 Detail the Network Services involved in WCDMA. 5.1 Acknowledge the functions of the service layer. 5.2 Detail various terminal technologies and platforms used. 5.3 Identify the difference between Applications and enablers, and detail some of the more common enablers. 5.4 Explain Mobile Positioning, MMS and Messaging over IP. 5.5 Acknowledge the architecture and operation of the IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS). Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineers Service Design Engineers Network Design Engineers Network Deployment Engineers Service Deployment Engineers System Technicians Service Technicians System Engineers Service Engineers Field Technicians System Administrators Application Developers Business Developers Prerequisites 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. Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

31 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 Network Introduction 1 hour Standardization 1 hour Mobile Core Network Solution 4 hours 2 Circuit Switched and Packet Switched traffic cases 1 hour WCDMA Radio Access Network Technology 4 hours Service Network and IP Multimedia 1 hour Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

32 GPRS Overview LZU R2A Description If you need an introduction to the second generation systems based on GSM, this course will provide you with the information you need. Covering the GPRS core and ratio network extension to the GSM network, GPRS services, role of the GPRS nodes and influence of EDGE to the GPRS air interface, this course provides the overview you need. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the purpose of implementing packet switching in the existing GSM/WCDMA system 2 Outline how a terminal (Laptop or Smart Phone) uses the GPRS system to access other networks such as corporate LAN or the internet 3 List and explain GPRS system architecture 4 Explain on overview level the air interface in GPRS covering the GSM systems and/or WCDMA System 5 Explain the influence of EDGE to the GPRS network in terms of infrastructure requirements, Air Interface and end-user service enhancements. 6 Describe three of the different resources of the UE classes: dispreading resource, soft buffer memory and modulation Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineers, Service Design Engineers, Network Design Engineers, Network Deployment Engineers, Service Deployment Engineers, System Technicians, Service Technicians, System Engineers, Service Engineers, Field Technicians, System Administrators. Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with mobile telecommunications, especially, it is an advantage to be familiar with the 2G mobile systems.

33 Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 hours. Learning situation This is a web-based interactive training course with multimedia content. 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 Lesson 1 Characteristics 45 min Lesson 2 Air Interface 25 min Lesson 3 Quality of Service 25 min Lesson 4 GPRS Terminology 35 min Lesson 5 SGSN and GGSN 50 min Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

34 GPRS System Survey LZU R7A LZU R7A Description If you want to gain knowledge about the main principles around the mobile packet network (GPRS and EDGE), this course is for you. You will understant the basic concepts about GSM (including EDGE) and WCDMA air interface (including HSPA) and the main Ericsson procducts envolved in the GPRS core network. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Explain the purpose of implementing packet switching in the existing GSM/WCDMA systems 1.1 Understand the differences between Circuit switching and Packet switching 1.2 Describe few GPRS Applications 1.3 Describe the GSM/GPRS/WCDMA network Architecture 1.4 List and explain GPRS system architecture 1.5 Introduce 3GDT features 1.6 List GPRS terminal features 2 Explain on overview level the air interface in GPRS covering the GSM network, including EDGE 2.1 Explain GPRS Radio resource management 2.2 Understand GPRS throughput announcement, Coding schemes, Number of timeslots allocated, Protocol headers added to payload and Cell charging in GPRS 2.3 Describe EDGE enhancement compared to GSM 3 Explain on overview level the air interface covering the WCDMA networks including HSPA 3.1 Briefly understand the QoS concept 3.2 Describe the Radio Resource control states 3.3 Describe the User plane bearers for WCDMA systems 3.4 Understand how the bandwidth is managed across the air Interface 3.5 Briefly understand HSPA.

35 4 Understand and briefly describe the GPRS/WCDMA traffic cases 4.1 Show the GPRS transport architecture 4.2 Explain the mobility management states 4.3 State how the session management is handled 4.4 List the Gb Concepts 4.5 Explain on an overview level SGSN Pool Proxy functionality 5 List the functions and hardware for the WPP based SGSN for both GSM and WCDMA Systems as well as GGSN based on J List the main hardware components in the GPRS network 5.2 Explain the GPRS connectivity 5.3 List the protocol stack in the GPRS interfaces 6 Describe the BSS and RAN architecture for GPRS in GSM/WCDMA 6.1 Understand the configuration for Gb over IP connected to the PCU 6.2 List the interfaces on the WCDMA RAN architecture 7 Explain on an overview level the packet switching network in Mobile-PBN 7.1 Understand architectural and function overview of Mobile-PBN 7.2 Describe the Mobile Softswitch Network Structure 7.3 List the interfaces on the WCDMA RAN architecture 7.4 Understand IP transport as in GP and IP 7.5 Briefly understand DNS and Roaming 7.6 Briefly understand Corporate Connectivity Target audience The target audience for this course is: Field Technician, System Technician, System Engineer, Service Engineer, Network Design Egineer, Network Deployment Engineer, Service Design Engineer, Service Deployment Engineer. This audience includes personnel in charge of the operation or engineering of Ericsson GSM SGSN and/or WCDMA SGSN nodes. Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

36 Prerequisites The participants should have successfully completed the following courses: Ericsson WCDMA System overview (2 days ILT or VCT) LZU GSM System Survey (4 days ILT) LZU Duration and class size Duration and class size depend on the course being delivered in either version: 1. Instructor Led Training (ILT) Version: The length of the course is 2 days and the maximum number of participants is Virtual Classroom Training (VCT) Version: The length of the course is 2 days and no more than 16 students participating in the VCT Sessions are recommended. Ericsson does not recommend Centra Sessions longer than 3 hours a day. Learning situation This course is based on theoretical instructor-led lessons given in a classroom environment, or given in a virtual classroom over the net by an instructor. Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

37 Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate. (This paragraph is mandatory). Day Topics in the course Estimated time 1 Introduction 0,5h GSM/WCDMA Network Overview for GPRS 1.0h GSM Air Interface for GPRS 2.0h WCDMA Air Interface for GPRS 2.5h 2 Transport and Traffic Management 2,5h SGSN and GGSN Hardware 1h BSS and WRAN Architecture for GPRS 1h Mobile-PBN 1h Conclusion 0.5 Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

38 GSM BSS 07 RBS 2000 Basics LZU R2A Description We will explain the purpose of the GSM core and radio elements and the signaling used between the RBS and BSC. The focus of this course is cover all RBS models used by Ericsson in the currently market. Also, we will explain their units, block diagram, technical specifications and optional units. Installation, operation and maintenance procedures will be briefly described. Learning objectives At the end of this course, the students will be able to: 1 Recognize and identify the main components of GSM Radio Access Network and RBS basic functions. 1.1 Identify the GSM/RAN Network 1.2 Name the GSM Radio Access Network Interfaces 1.3 Explain the LAPD configuration 1.4 Understand the GSM Air Interface structure 1.5 Outline the RBS main functions 1.6 List some auxiliary equipment used 2 After this chapter the participants will be able to list and briefly explain each model of the RBS Models currently used in Ericsson Networks. 2.1 List the RBS 2000 family members 2.2 Identify the similarities and differences between the RBSs 2.3 Define the Technical Specification of each RBS 2.4 Determine the speech/data Traffic Flow through the RBS, from the incoming PCM(s) to the antenna outlet and vice versa 3 The student will find in this chapter a review of the radio site installation and RBS Site Solutions. The information is complemented with the Installation Manual and Product Description for each RBS. 3.1 Briefly explain the radio site installation 3.2 Briefly describe the RBS Site Solutions: Antenna, TMA, Site Transmission and Power Backup System for different RBSs 3.3 Understand the Power Supply, external cables and antenna connections for the RBS 2206, RBS 2106, RBS 2111, RBS 2308, RBS 2409 and FEMTO CPE 3.4 Identify co-site solutions between GSM and WCDMA RBSs. 4 To operate any RBS 2000 series, the operator uses graphical software called OMT. This chapter consists of an overview of the OMT software. 4.1 Provide the student with an overview of the OMT software 4.2 Outline the main Operation and Maintenance procedures that should be executed

39 Target audience This course is intended for personnel who need an overview of the RBS Typical participants would be managers or anyone desiring an overall understanding of the RBS 2000 family, without doing any hands-on RBS operation and maintenance tasks. The target audience for this course is: Service Technician, System Technician, Service Engineer and System Engineer Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with the Ericsson GSM System or have successfully completed the following: GSM System Survey LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is one 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 an estimate. Day Topics in the course Estimated time 1 Introduction 0.4 hour RBS Overview RBS 2000 Family RBS 2000 Installation Operation and Maintenance 2 hours 2,5 hours 0,5 hours 0,6 hours Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

40 GSM Radio Network Overview LZU R2A Description For those that need a basic introduction to the Radio Access part of GSM, this is the course for you. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to describe the Radio Network components, their functions, features and required specifications. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Describe the Radio Network components, their functions, features and required specifications 2 Explain that the BSC controls the radio resources for the RBS 3 Outline the main working functions of a BSC, TRC and RBS 4 List the different versions of RBS s 5 Outline that an RBS contains a transmitter and a receiver and is the interface towards the MS 6 Explain the influence of EDGE to the Radio Network in terms of infrastructure requirements, Air Interface and end-user service enhancements. 7 Describe briefly the 3 different positioning methods available Target audience The target audience for this course is: Service Planning Engineers, Service Design Engineers, Network Design Engineers, Network Deployment Engineers, Service Deployment Engineers, System Technicians, Service Technicians, System Engineers, Service Engineers, Field Technicians, System Administrators, Application Developers. Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with GSM/WCDMA Core Network Overview, LZU Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 hours.

41 Learning situation This is a web-based interactive training course with multimedia content. 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 Lesson 1: GSM Overview, Sub-network Descriptions, Traffic Case Lesson 2: BSS Overview, RBS, GSM BSS Transport network Lesson 3: GSM Radio Access Interface, ABIS Interface, UM Interface Lesson 4: Introduction to the Cell, Idle and Busy Mode Behavior 45 min 45 min 45 min 45 min Doc. no: LZU Uae Rev: A Telephone:

42 GSM System Survey Description LZU R9A Are you lost when discussing GSM network basic concepts? If you are starting working in different areas of GSM system and need a general concept this is the course you were looking for. It will provide you with knowledge about Ericsson s GSM based systems and GSM 800/900/1800/1900. It will focus on GSM terminology, wireless concepts, functions of network nodes, and the Ericsson implementation of those network nodes. Completing this training you will have all the initial knowledge you need to proceed in competence development in other areas. Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Understand how mobile systems have evolved over the time and tell the history of GSM development. 1.1 Recognize benefits of having a standard. 1.2 Describe the GSM geographical network structure and node functions. 1.3 Understand the GSM frequency bands. 1.4 List subscriber services provided in the GSM network. 2 List Ericsson s GSM System divisions and components and perceive how Ericsson has been involved in GSM since its inception and took an active part in the GSM specification process. 2.1 List network components and describe their functions. 2.2 Describe optional additional network entities functions. 2.3 Briefly present Protocols used in the GSM Access and Core Networks. 3 Know basic concepts of wireless communications and its importance to provide a good knowledge of how GSM Systems works. 3.1 Explain Time Division Multiple Access technique (TDMA). 3.2 List the transmission problems and their solutions. 3.3 Understand how Adaptive Multi-Rate (AMR) can increase capacity. 4 List and identify GSM System mandatory concepts of air interface, their functions and required specifications. 4.1 Understand the concepts of physical channel and a logical channel. 4.2 List one important piece of information sent on each of 3 different logical channels. 4.3 Briefly explain the idea of mapping.