Introduction to GSM Tri-Band
Overview The course presents a technical overview of Global System for Mobile communications, GSM Air Interface operation in the 900 MHz, 1800 MHz and 1900 MHz bands. In addition to describing the key concepts and techniques used in GSM air interface operation, the course makes frequent reference to currently implemented GSM networks and covers the evolution of GSM air interface standards. Duration - 2 Days.
Who will benefit
Telecommunications professionals involved with GSM or integrated GSM and UMTS networks that require a detailed understanding of GSM air interface operation.
Prerequisites
Introduction to Telecommunications and GSM, with experience of Telecommunications technology.
By the end of the course delegates will be able to describe:
By the end of the course delegates will be able to describe: • GSM Radio Theory • GSM Spectrum allocation • GSM Air Interface • MS Management
Course Content
Introduction Review GSM Architecture GSM Air Interface Development ETSI Specifications Voice and Data over GSM GSM Radio Theory Radio Transmitter Principles RF Power Measurement GSM Modulation Techniques Cellular Antenna Configurations Radio Wave Propagation Radio Receiver Principals RF Spectrum Organisation GSM Spectrum Allocation Primary GSM 900 MHz Extended GSM 900 MHz GSM (DCS) 1800 MHz GSM (PCS) 1900 MHz	GSM Air Interface GSM Physical and Logical Channel Structures Channel Coding Processes Error protection and correction processes Convolutional Coding Authentication Ciphering Air Interface Burst Structures and Uses Frame Structures Signalling Synchronisation Procedures Mobile Subscriber Management GSM Number Schemes Mobile Idle and Dedicated Mode Management Handovers Connection Control Mobility Management Radio Resource Management