Course Code: TY2701

Course Summary

This course introduces delegates to the broadband technologies and access methods that are available to fixed- and mobile-network operators. Topics covered include ISPs, ADSL, ADSL2, DSL, VDSL and fibre-optic networks, as well as WiMAX, Wi-Fi, UMTS and LTE. The learning is underpinned by group exercises.

Who would benefit

Technical and semi-technical management staff requiring an overview of the technologies and techniques employed by wired and wireless broadband access systems.

Prerequisites

A basic understanding of digital communications techniques would be an advantage, but is not essential.

Topic Areas Include

• The broadband market

• DSL – technologies, architecture, access, backhaul

• Powerline broadband

• Fibre optic and cable systems

• Fibre to the home and cabinet

• Fixed wireless access systems

• Satellite broadband and high altitude platforms

• Wi-Fi hotspot, wide area and ‘municipal’ networks

• UMTS fixed and 3G mobile broadband

• Fixed and Mobile WiMAX

• LTE and UMB

• Broadband deployment strategies

Includes group exercises.