Course Code: MB1801
To carry out meaningful radio surveys of GSM, UMTS, LTE and Wi-Fi networks demands a knowledge of how those networks operate and the key radio metrics. These are discussed in detail along with the types of surveys and information they can reveal. The course is focused on the practical issues of performing surveys backed up with demonstrations. The equipment and software used on this course includes the Rohde & Schwarz TSMA radio scanner, ROMES and NESTOR software as well as the QualiPoc, handheld survey tool.
Those that need to create a ‘picture’ of the cellular radio network environment to aid coverage optimization, crime scene investigation, alibi verification, intelligence gathering and performance analysis. This course features the Rohde & Schwarz TSMA radio scanner in conjunction with the ROMES and NESTOR software as well as a drive test tool.
Previous attendance on GSM, UMTS, LTE and Wi-Fi courses would be advantageous but not essential.
Cellular radio principles
Cellular radio spectrum and identities
Wi-Fi radio spectrum and identities
Radio measurements and metrics
Cell selection and reselections for GSM, UMTS and LTE
Location reporting in idle mode
Mobility in Wi-Fi
Connected mode activity for mobile devices
Tools for radio surveys
Spectrum occupancy
Coverage surveys
Base station position estimation
Practical guidance for surveying
