Course Code: LT1405
A detailed technical description of the air interface signalling protocols employed in LTE. This includes the layer 3 Radio Resource Control (RRC) and layer 2 Packet data Convergence Protocol (PDCP), Radio Link Control (RLC) and Medium Access Control (MAC) protocols. The set of messages and functions supported by each protocol is examined in detail.
This course would benefit engineers involved with equipment design, operation, and optimization or monitoring of the LTE radio link.
An engineering background with some knowledge of digital radio systems and general radio principles and techniques is assumed. A basic understanding of LTE and experience of 2G or 3G systems would be beneficial.
RRC - functions and procedures
LTE RRC identities and states
RRC message structure and ASN.1
Overview of RRC message types
System information messages
Paging
RRC connection management
Intra-E-UTRAN and Inter-system Mobility
RRC security
Security mode command
Measurement
DL/UL information transfer
PDCP control messages
RoHC configuration and control
RLC control messages, ARQ management and segmentation
MAC control elements
End-to-End air interface signalling procedure examples
