WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access- IEEE 802.16) is a standards-based wireless technology (an implementation of 802.16: 802.16-2004 and 802.16e) that provides high-throughput broadband connections. WiMAX can be used for a number of applications, including "last mile" broadband connections, hotspot and cellular backhaul, and high-speed enterprise connectivity for businesses.
This course provides a detailed technical view of WiMax RF Planning and Network Design. It is an advanced course reviewing the technical specifications and standards from a RF Network Planning and Implementation point of view.
This course provides an overview of WiMax RF, technologies, applications and standards. Other important topics such as protocol layers, QoS, throughput, coverage, capacity planning, testing, interoperability, interference and security are discussed.Basic RF theory, microwave, LOS, NLOS, Link budget math, troubleshootingfoundations and site survey are explored.
After a general introduction to wireless networks, this practical course moves quickly into the WiMax (802.16-2004, 802.16e) protocols, PHY, MAC (Media Access Control), framing,TDD/FDD, FDMA/OFDMA, RF planning and design. Real-world experiences through case studies and implementation tips located throughout the course reference material.
Objectives
After successfully completing the course the student will:
Understand the basic concepts of 802.16-2004 and 802.16e
Understand 802.16-2004 and 802.16e Protocols (PHY, MAC)
Understand the technical implementation of different types of 802.16-2004 and 802.16e
Understand 802.16-2004 and 802.16e RF concepts and issues
Explore all relevant and important topics from basic RF theory to link budget math
Explore WiMAX RF regulations, design, deployment and optimization
Gain a general understanding of WiMAX RF planning, coverage and capacity
Be able to select the most effective WiMAX type from a wide assortment of recent and emerging implementations
Be able to perform a more efficient RF design and operational support of WiMAX
Course Outline
Broadband Wireless Access: an introduction to WiMAX and IEEE 802.16
Anyone who require knowledge of WiMax and its connection to current and future mobile and cellular network. Anyone who needs to implement a wireless extensions to an existing MAN-Network. RF Design engineers, field engineers, test engineers, software and hardware engineers will benefits from the course.
Prerequisites
Basic understanding of wireless, radio communications and IP is recommended.
Testimonials
Excellent course! Excellent Instructor! I was very satisfied with the quality of the class. The instructor was very knowledgeable and flexible. He tried to satisfy all the attendees.
Petr Foltyn, Damovo WiMAX Fundamentals
The course was technically excellent. The instructor worked well at modifying the contents.
Jonatan Segev, Comsys WiMAX Fundamentals
In overall, I rate this course "Excellent". The instructor was putting a lot of effort to satisfy us all. Very good lecturer.
Yuval Dorfan, Comsys WiMAX Fundamentals
This is a second course that I am taking with this company and I am very satisfied. Again the material are very well balanced and after finishing this class I know that I have learned a lot. The instructor knew all the materials and he delivered them very well. I recommend this course to every one. Jeremy Jones, Digicel, Eastern Caribbean WiMAX Fundamentals
This is an excellent course. The instructor knows the material very well and he communicates with class very well. The group sessions were very useful, this exercise gave us an opportunity to do a case study that gave a feel for all aspects that should be considered from the planning to implementation stage of a WIMAX network. I strongly suggest this class to every one. Ron Howell, Digicel, Jamaica WiMAX Fundamentals
The instructor who teaches this course knows all the material and he communicates with every one in class and makes sure that every one is learning the lessons. We (students) openly exchanged our ideas in the class and the instructor helped us to develop and learn from each other's ideas. I strongly recommend this class to those who need it. Gilbert Morle, Digicel, Jamaica WiMAX Fundamentals
I am glad that I took this class, learned a lot from a very knowledgeable instructor. I recommend this class to others. Emile Van, Digicel, Jamaica WiMAX Fundamentals
Very knowledgeable instructor and an excellent course. I recommend this course to all. Oneal Campbell, Digicel, Jamaica WiMAX Fundamentals
Excellent course! Excellent Instructor! I was very satisfied with the quality of the class. The instructor was very knowledgeable and flexible. He tried to satisfy all the attendees.