Course Code: LT3603
A detailed technical description of the Radio Access Network (RAN) for LTE systems. This includes E-UTRAN structure, configuration and deployment options, security functions, core network interactions and bearer establishment procedures.
Engineers involved with transmission or architecture design, optimization, network management or monitoring of the LTE RAN.
An engineering background with some knowledge of telecommunications technologies and protocols is assumed. Experience of 2G or 3G systems would be beneficial.
E-UTRAN architecture and interfaces
E-UTRAN frequency bands and channels
Cell structures, hierarchies and sizes
LTE cell site configurations
Tracking Areas (TA) and TA list management
Handover management
E-UTRAN Self Optimizing Network (SON) functions
Access stratum and access network security
Interaction between eNB and MME/S-GW devices
Logical and physical connectivity to EPC nodes
LTE E-UTRAN and small cell deployments
Relay nodes, LIPA, SIPTO and LPP
S1AP (S1 Application Protocol) message structures and operation
X2AP (X2 Application Protocol) message structures and operation
Connection establishment
Overview of interaction between E-UTRAN protocols during basic LTE procedures
Includes exercises.
