TONEX Wireless Communications Course Catalog

Wireless Communication: 204 - Wireless O & M

2008-01-14T23:41:30+00:00

This course covers the basics of wireless operations support systems.

Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, the participant will:

Understand the concepts of wireless business, service and network management
Understand BSS/OSS processes, technologies and systems
Understand what different solutions that can be used to enable end-to-end automation and optimization of BSS/OSS processes in wireless networks and the benefits and limitations of each solution
Understand wireless BSS and OSS processes
Understand the impact of next generation wireless services and networks on BSS and OSS
Understand technologies for creating and managing the next generation services and the networks
Wireless applications and implementations

Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of wireless communications

Cost: $1499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/204/

Wireless Communication: 501 - 802.11n Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

TONEX’s 802.11n -- higher throughput improvements using MIMO (multiple input, multiple output antennas) -- course provides a comprehensive understanding of the 802.11n architecture and technology. 802.11n builds upon previous 802.11 standards by adding MIMO. Multiple transmitter and receiver antennas are used in MIMO to allow for increased data throughput through spatial multiplexing and increased range by exploiting the spatial diversity, perhaps through coding schemes like Alamouti coding. MIMO technology constitutes a breakthrough in the design of wireless communications systems, and is already at the core of several wireless standards including 802.11n. Exploiting multipath scattering, MIMO techniques deliver significant performance enhancements in terms of data transmission rate and interference reduction.

The course will cover major aspects of 802.11n with in depth information, example implementations, case studies and practical guidance to give your team members a running start.

Objectives:

Understand the basics of 802.11 architecture
Describe the key components in the 802.11n architecture
Sketch the connectivity of 802.11n network components and their importance
List basic 802.11n protocols
Understand the basics of 802.11 protocols
Understanding the basics of OFDM
Understand the basics of MIMOs
Understand the basics of 802.11n PHY
Understand the basics of 802.11n MAC
Identify the issues with 802.11n implementation
Identify the importance of 802.11n functional and performance requirements and RF issues
Discuss 802.11n deployment considerations
Describe 802.11n QoS and security mechanisms
Discover challenges with deploying 802.11n
Identify 802.11n network monitoring and performance tuning

Prerequisites: Knowledge of 802.11 wireless LANs is recommended but not necessary.

Cost: Call for Details, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/501/

Wireless Communication: 502 - Intro to Wireless Technologies

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

Introduction to Wireless Technologies is a comprehensive two-day course covering all the important aspects of the wireless networks, applications and services.

Objectives:

Upon the completion of this course, the participants will:

Have a comprehensive overview of wireless technologies, networks, services and applications
Understand wireless fundamentals
Understand fundamental radio communications concepts
Understand mainstream wireless technologies and applications
Understand cellular, TDMA/GSM, CDMA, GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 and the transition to 3G
Form a solid knowledge base to build on

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/502/

Wireless Communication: 503 - Wireless LANs (802.11) Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This course provides an understanding of the wireless LAN technologies, applications and standards. Other important topics such as protocol layers, quality of service, throughput, coverage, interoperability, interference and security are discussed. Basic RF theory, propagation, link budget math, troubleshooting, WLAN security foundations and site survey are explored.

After a general introduction to wireless networks, this practical course moves quickly into the details of the wireless LANs standards (802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n), 802.11 physical (DSSS and OFDM), MAC (Media Access Control), detailed 802.11 framing, WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy protocol), WPA/WPA2, TKIP, 802.1x, Enhanced MAC (IEEE 802.11e), 802.11f, 802.11i, QoS Requirements, Inter-frame Spacing, EDCF Access, HCF for QBSS, Enhanced Security management operations, and the PCF (point coordination function) are all covered in detail. Real-world experiences through case studies and implementation tips are located throughout the course reference material.

Objectives:

After successfully completing the course the students will:

Understand the basic concepts of 802.11
Be able to understand the technical implementation of different types of Wireless LANs
Gain a general understanding of Wireless LANs systems coverage and capacity
Be able to select the most effective wireless LAN type from a wide assortment of recent and emerging standards
Examine an Independent assessment of competing wireless LAN technologies
Be able to perform a more efficient design and operational support of wireless LANs because of an understanding of wireless LAN protocol operations and frame structures

Prerequisites: Basic understanding of wireless, radio communications and IP is recommended.

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/503/

Wireless Communication: 504 - Wireless LANs Security Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This TONEX two-day wireless LAN security course is cutting edge training in wireless LAN security technologies.

Objectives:

The purpose of the course is to give you a full understanding of what wireless (802.11) networks are, how they work, how people find them and exploit them, and how they can be secured. This course is based on real world examples, solutions, and deployments. All material is developed and taught by individuals with extensive experience in wireless security research. Each student is supplied a CD-ROM with the latest tools, software, and documentation.

Wireless LAN Security Training include:

Exploring 802.11a, 8011.b and 802.11g Network Architecture and Design
Understanding 802.11 Security Threats
Security Management, Wireless LAN Intrusion and Policy
Overview of security software and protocols for wireless LANs
Exploring of the security weaknesses of and threats to wireless LANs
Overview of implementation of the best and latest security techniques and mechanisms
Implementation of WEP, WPA, WPA2, 802.11i and 802.1x

Prerequisites: Attendees should be familiar with TCP/IP and basic networking.

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/504/

Wireless Communication: 507 - Radar Communications Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This course earns its price with its in-depth coverage of important, firm standards such as WML, WMLScript and XHTML. In addition a technical overview of WAP 2.0 is provided in this updated course. An overview of Open Mobile Architecture (OMA) initiative is also provided.

Objectives:

Development of software for mobile telephones and other portable devices with Wireless Application Protocol (WAP), Wireless Markup Language (WML), WMLScript, XHTML, Active Server Pages (ASP), ColdFusion, Java, and other languages and technologies.

The Wireless Application Protocol (WAP), particularly its client-side markup language (WML), scripting language (WMLScript) and XHTML. All interface elements will be described, as well as WMLScript logic, events, and communications capabilities. Server-side coverage goes to Perl, Java servlet programming, and the Nokia WAP Server. This course covers many topics including:

WAP Standards
New Global Organization, the Open Mobile Alliance (OMA)
Introduction to the Wireless Application Protocol (WAP)
Survey of markup languages (SGML, XML, and XHTML)
Basic XML overview, including schemas and well-formed vs. valid XML
Document Type Definitions (DTDs)
Wireless Markup Language (WML) overview
Decks and cards
Compiling WML
Formatting text
Hyperlinks, and navigating between cards (anchors and events)
WML images, tables, and variables
User input with input boxes and option lists
WMLScript tutorial (functions, variables, and control structures)
Sample WMLScript applications
Error handling
Math and script manipulation in WMLScript
User and timer events
Openwave.com/Phone.com WML extensions
Usability guidelines for wireless applications
WML incompatibilities on different WAP devices
Introduction to Active Server Pages (ASPs) and ActiveX Data Objects (ADOs) used with WAP, XML, and XSLT
Installing the Nokia, Ericsson, Microsoft, and Motorola WAP SDKs/tools
WML and WMLScript reference
Why WAP 2.0
Objectives of WAP 2.0
Major Architectural Component of WAP 2.0
WAP and XML
XHTML Mobile Profile (XHTMLMP) Overview
Open Mobile Alliance
Open Mobile Architecture initiative and the WAP Forum
Location Interoperability Forum (LIF)
SyncML
MMS Interoperability Group (MMS-IOP)
Wireless Village

Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

Analyze the requirements for a WAP/WML-based application
Analyze WML Formatting, WML Links, WML Input
Create a basic WML application
Write WML code that processes user tasks
Create WML Tasks, WML Timer, WML Variables
Write WML code that creates, displays, and removes variable values
Write WML code that accepts user input
Write WML code that creates tables, adds graphics, and formats graphics
Write WML code that uses timers and multiple character sets
Explain how to deploy WML applications on a Web server
Understand and analyze the requirements for a WAP 2.0-based application/XHTML
List issues that affect performance or server-side development

Cost: $1499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/507/

Wireless Communication: 509 - TETRA Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This course introduces students to a TETRA. TErrestrial Trunked RAdio (TETRA) is an open digital standard defined by the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) specifically for the needs of the most demanding professional mobile radio users, especially those dealing with emergencies and disasters.

Prerequisites: None

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/509/

Wireless Communication: 510 - LMDS/MMDS Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

Local Multipoint Distribution Services (LMDS) is a fixed broadband wireless access system using a range of frequencies around 28-31 GHz. This service allows for two-way digital communication for voice, video, and high speed data communication.

Objectives:

LMDS systems are relatively simple and quick to install once the initial planning and layout is complete. It provides an extremely fast and cost effective means to setup new communication links for customers. This also alleviates the problems associated with obtaining rights-of-way and high expenses associated with laying fiber or cable.s course covers all the details of LMDS and MMDS.

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/510/

Wireless Communication: 513 - Microwave Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

Microwave networks provide reliable point-to-point and highly directional communication that maximizes your RF transmission. Because Microwave uses a higher frequency band, the capacity, throughput, and reliability of Microwave networks is well proven and understood to be very efficient throughout the telecommunications industry. In existence since the mid 1940's, point-to-point microwave now uses digital modulation rather than simply analog.

This course presents the state-of-the-art in microwave communications. The course presents the basic theory, procedures, and techniques for microwave systems. Detailed mathematical analyses are minimized in order to concentrate on basic concepts, procedures, and optimal applications. Measured results are used to demonstrate each of the techniques discussed.

Objectives:

After completing this course, students will be able to:

Explain the Basics of RF and Microwave
Understand the engineering tools and procedures required for Microwave engineering and planning
Understand existing and emerging standards for Microwave
Understand RF Propagation and Antenna Principle
Describe and understand a broad spectrum of antenna types
Discuss Microwave Modulation Techniques
Review Microwave System Design Considerations
Review Microwave System Budget Profiles
Calculate Microwave Propagation Lossess and Link Budgets
Explain Microwave performance and Optimization considerations
Analyze system degradation due to Microwave components
Evaluate the performance of differing Microwave wireless system architectures
Explore project planning process of Microwave Systems
Review successful Microwave Deployments
Step through a practical process for managing Microwave networks
Explore the current and future market trends

Prerequisites: A basic understanding of telecommunications transmission principles will be useful for students taking this course.

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/513/

Wireless Communication: 590 - 4G Wireless Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This course will provide a comprehensive coverage of the technologies behind the 4G mobile system including Multicarrier-CDMA (MC-CDMA), Orthogonal frequency-division multiplexing (OFDM), Orthogonal frequency-division multiplexing (OFDM), Multiple-Input Multiple-Output (MIMO), Software Defined Radio (SDR), Ultra Wide Band (UWB) and more. It analyses and discusses all relevant 4G technologies in one coherent framework. You will be guided from 3G to 4G where you will learn about 4G qualities and characteristics, and realize how 4G can support us with higher data transferring rates.

Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, the participant will:

Have a comprehensive overview of 4G infrastructure and functionality needed for providing 4G services to mobile end-users.
Understand the concept of 4G and have a wider view of the 4G mobile telecommunications system.
Understand the different radio access technologies as well as the platform for building services.
The Wireless World Beyond Third generation
The Evolution of 3G Networks towards 4G Mobile Communications
4G Business Model and Potential Services and Applications
Concepts behind OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing) and OFDMA
Overview of 4G Radio and Access Networks
Ultra Wideband (UWB) Technology in 4G
4G as an Enabler of Seamless Data Service Delivery
Learn more about 802.16e/Mobile WiMAX and WiBRO

Prerequisites: None

Cost: $1599, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/590/

Wireless Communication: 594 - Software-Defined Radio (SDR) Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

A software-defined radio (SDR) system is a radio communication system which uses software for the modulation and demodulation of radio signals. The goal of SDR is to produce a radio that can receive and transmit a new form of radio protocol just by running new software.

The hardware of a software-defined radio typically consists of a superheterodyne RF front end which converts RF signals from and to analog IF signals, and analog to digital converter and digital to analog converters which are used to convert a digitised IF signal from and to analog form, respectively.

SDR technologies provide software control of a variety of modulation, interference management and capacity enhancement techniques over a broad frequency spectrum (wide and narrow band), while ensuring secure communications management. Radios built using SDR concepts offer:

Standard architecture for a wide range of communications products
Non-restrictive wireless roaming for consumers by extending the capabilities of current and emerging commercial air-interface standards
Uniform communication across commercial, civil, federal and military organizations
Flexibility and adaptability
Potential for significant life-cycle cost reductions
Over the air downloads of new features and services as well as software patches
Advanced networking capabilities to allow truly "portable" networks
Worldwide interest and investment in the SDR technologies is growing significantly, with key standardization and development efforts now taking place throughout Europe, North America, Japan, Korea, and China.
In addition to the broad benefits listed above, SDR technologies offer unique benefits to players on every tier of the value chain

Objectives:

After successfully completing the course the student will:

Understand the purpose of implementing of SDR
Understand how the network can support the implementation of new services, the impact that these services will have on the network including the security, charging, and quality of service considerations.

Prerequisites: Basic RF

Cost: $1699, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/594/

Wireless Communication: 5001 - Fundamentals of Software Defined Radio (SDR)

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

Standard architecture for a wide range of communications products
Non-restrictive wireless roaming for consumers by extending the capabilities of current and emerging commercial air-interface standards
Uniform communication across commercial, civil, federal and military organizations
Flexibility and adaptability
Potential for significant life-cycle cost reductions
Over the air downloads of new features and services as well as software patches
Advanced networking capabilities to allow truly "portable" networks
Worldwide interest and investment in the SDR technologies is growing significantly, with key standardization and development efforts now taking place throughout Europe, North America, Japan, Korea, and China.
In addition to the broad benefits listed above, SDR technologies offer unique benefits to players on every tier of the value chain

The course covers the details of SDR.

Objectives:

After successfully completing the course the student will:

Understand the purpose of implementing of SDR
Understand how the network can support the implementation of new services, the impact that these services will have on the network including the security, charging, and quality of service considerations.

Prerequisites: Basic RF

Cost: $1699, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/5001/

Wireless Communication: 5011 - RFID (Radio-frequency identification) Fundamentals

2008-01-29T04:40:30+00:00

A Radio-frequency identification (RFID) tag is an object that can be applied to or incorporated into a product, animal, or person for the purpose of identification using radiowaves. Some tags can be read from several meters away and beyond the line of sight of the reader. RFID is an automatic identification method, relying on storing and remotely retrieving data using devices called RFID tags or transponders.

RFID tags can be stuck on or incorporated into a product, animal, or person for the purpose of identification using radiowaves. Some tags can be read from several meters away and beyond the line of sight of the reader.

This course provides an in-depth, practical details for implementing an RFID project from start to finish. It is designed to provide critical skills to plan, procure, design, implement, install, maintain, or troubleshoot RFID-based systems.

Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, the attendees will be able to:

List some key RFID applications
Investigate costs and benefits using business justification
Describe the landscape of wireless networks and how RFID fits in with these
Sketch the key RFID architectures, protocols and interfaces
List and define various RFID-based technologies
Describe how RFID tags, chipless tags, and transceivers work
Integrate existing barcodes with RFID systems
Deploy EPC software, middleware, and information services
Organize projects using preliminary planning, pilot, and technical integration
Evaluate RFID hardware to design a system that meets the performance requirements
Describe RFID KPI's: read distance, write distance, tag response time, and storage capacity
Conduct a site analysis before, during, and after installation and critical success factors
Optimize tag performance with site analyses and tests
Discuss RFID Design, Development, Deployment and Integration
Explain how RFID fits into existing enterprise networks
Discuss how security is achieved in RFID based networks
Identify the challenges in RFID deployments

Cost: Call for Details, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/5011/

RF Technologies: 511 - RF Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

Radio Frequency (RF) provides a thorough overview of the principles behind RF engineering. The course covers the basics of RF theory such as modulation techniques, channel coding, capacity, propagation and frequency planning.

Objectives:

After completing this course, students will be able to:

Explain the Basics of RF
Understand the engineering tools and procedures required for RF engineering and planning
Understand existing and emerging standards for RF
Understand RF Propagation and Antenna Principle
Describe and understand a broad spectrum of antenna types
Discuss RF Modulation Techniques
Review RF System Design Considerations
Review RF System Budget Profiles
Calculate propagation lossess and link budgets.
Explain RF performance and Optimization considerations
Analyze system degradation due to RF components
Evaluate the performance of differing RF wireless system architectures
Explore project planning process of RF
Review successful RF deployments
Discuss successful and unsuccessful RF deployments
Step through a practical process for managing RF networks
Explore the current and future market trends

Prerequisites: None

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/511/

RF Technologies: 512 - Global Positioning System (GPS) Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This course introduces the fundamentals of Global Positioning System (GPS) systems. It addresses all aspects of the GPS, emphasizes GPS architecture and applications, examines the GPS signal structure, modulation, access technologies and covers the key types of measurement being utilized in the field today.

Prerequisites: None

Cost: $1499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/512/

RF Technologies: 515 - Cellular Networks Performance Workshop Training

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This course provides a complete overview of the QoS and performance on the entire GSM/GERAN, CDMA and UMTS systems. It Provides an introduction to the performance and QoS complete evolution of GSM towards a radio access anc core IP networks that efficiently supports UMTS services (GERAN).

It features a comprehensive study of system performance with simulations and field trials. Covers all the major features such as basic QoS of voice, data and multimedia applications in GSM, GPRS, EDGE, CDMA, W-CDMA/UMTS and AMR and the full capability of the GERAN radio interface for 3G service support is envisaged.

We will discusses different 3G technologies and the position of GERAN, CDMA, and W-CDMA/UMTS within such technologies.

Objectives:

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

Describe the basic GSM, GPRS, EDGE, CDMA and W-CDMA/UMTS architecture
Overview of operations and the configurable QoS/Performance parameters
Overview of the major performance enhancing features
Understand the key network performance KPIs
Describe how control channels and traffic channels should be dimensioned to ensure QoS and service availability/reliability
Analyze the QoS and performance features, counters and parameters of your network equipment

Cost: $3999, Duration: 3 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/515/

RF Technologies: 517 - RF Optimization

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This course provides a thorough overview of the principles behind RF optimization. This four-day course builds competence in the principles and present-day practices used to improve the operating performance of modern wireless systems. Core performance indicators are thoroughly explored and desirable healthy operating conditions are identified. Both system-side and mobile-side performance-monitoring tools are introduced. The main operating parameters are identified along with the considerations necessary to properly set them in real systems.

Signatures of specific problems (including several deadly but innocent-appearing failure mechanisms) are identified, along with their common solutions. Real-life captured drive-test examples are studied and solved by the class. Special attention is given to multiple-carrier and intersystem handoff issues, system determination algorithms commonly used by mobiles, and data communication, and a glimpse of future issues.

At conclusion, participants will be able to evaluate their own systems' performance, armed with the knowledge and confidence necessary to identify and solve most common problems.

Applicability
Wireless LANs, Wireless WANs, Microwave Systems, WiMAX (802.16-2004), Mobile WiMAX (802.16e-2005), Satellite,CDMA, CDMA2000, GSM, GPRS, EDGE, and W-CDMA UMTS systems (R99, HSDPA, HSUPA)

Objectives:

Upon completing the course, the participant will be able to:

Understand RF optimization principles and procedures
Understand the basic RF operations and the configurable parameters that control them
Select key network performance counters
Examine RF optimization KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)
Describe RF measurements and testing types
Explain why the various measurements must be made
Perform uncertainty analysis on the measurements and determine how to improve accuracy
Review Performance-monitoring tools available from the System
and the mobile side
Review Performance-monitoring tool
Explore Real-Life Drive-Text Example Cases to be solved in class
Discuss Real-World Optimization Issues and Solutions

Prerequisites: One to two years exposure to communications systems or general electronics.

Cost: $1999, Duration: 4 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/517/

RF Technologies: 523 - Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

The general 2-day course provides an introduction to communications satellite technologies, services, orbital mechanics to satellite design and launch, configuration and installation of earth stations, the implementation of communications links, the set-up of the satellite network, the capabilities, and limitations of current satellites.

The popular and intensive course provides the attendees with an in-depth background of satellite communication techniques as well as a state of the art update on key emerging technologies and future systems.

It addresses all important aspects of the subject, including traffic, multiple-access techniques, link budgets, the spacecraft bus, and the orbits.

Objectives: After completing this course, attendees will be able to:

Explain the basics of Satellite Communications (SATCOM)
Understand new SATCOM services and features
Understand modern satellite system design , multiple access, modulation and coding schemes
Understand orbital aspects
Step through propagation aspects and antennas
Investigate the state of the art in new areas such as speech and video coding, satellite networking and satellite personal communications
Understand satellites subsystem & launching
Understand satellite link design and analysis
Define Very Small Aperture Terminals (VSAT)
Understand Non-geosynchronous systems (NGSO)
Explore GPS & Mobile Systems (Voice, Data and Video)
Explain Internet Applications (GEO/ NGSO options)
Explore the SATCOM trends

Prerequisites: A basic knowledge of communications is desireable.

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/523/

CDMA & 1xEv-DO: 514 - Binary Runtime Environment for Wireless (BREW) Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

TDMA (also known as D-AMPS) is a technology for digital transmission of radio signals between, for example, a mobile telephone and a radio base station. In TDMA, the frequency band is split into a number of channels, which are stacked into short time units, so that several calls can share a single channel without interfering with one another. TDMA is used by the GSM digital mobile standard.

TDMA is based on the IS-136 standard. It is one of the world's most widely deployed digital wireless systems. It provides a natural evolutionary path for analog AMPS networks, offers efficient coverage and is well suited to emerging applications, such as wireless virtual private networks (VPNs), and is the ideal platform for PCS (Personal Communication Services).

Objectives:

This course provides you with a comprehensive business and technical foundation in TDMA networks, services and applications development.

Prerequisites: None

Cost: $1499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/514/

CDMA & 1xEv-DO: 581 - CDMA Fundamentals (IS-95)

2007-12-14T02:27:42+00:00

This course provides a technical and business overview of current and coming CDMA technologies, starting with a review of CDMA fundamentals and the 2G IS-95 standard. It then offers detailed explanations of the prominent 3G wideband CDMA implementations, including TIA cdma2000 and ETSI/ARIB W-CDMA, so that you and your organization can be ready to meet the coming challenges. Since the new 3G-CDMA standards are constantly evolving, this course prepares the technical professional to understand and interpret virtually any CDMA standard that is defined or that may emerge.

Objectives:

The following topics are covered:

Spread Spectrum Techniques and Architectures
CDMA Will Be the Dominant Mobile Telephone Technology
Why CDMA Has Grown Rapidly
Why CDMA is Preferred Technology for Next Generation Systems
CDMA: Key Enabler for the Wireless Internet
Overview of CDMA call processing and signaling
Overview of CDMA2000 and 1xEV-DO

Prerequisites: This is an introductory course with no prerequisites.

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/581/

CDMA & 1xEv-DO: 582 - CDMA2000 Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This course provides the student an in-depth description of the functioning of a cdma2000 system according to the key CDMA standards (TIA/EIA/IS2000-A) and the rationale behind the specifications. Course discussions provide a point by point description of key processes including power control, spread spectrum signal generation, hand-off techniques, call processing, registration, authentication, encryption. Emphasis is placed on new features and capabilities introduced in cdma2000.

Objectives:

Upon completing this course the participant will be able to define CDMA2000 in a 3G context, understand how CDMA2000 (1x, 1xEV-DO and 1xEV-DV) enhances IS-95 networks, list its new services, explain its key aspects and capabilities as an access network, find information in appropriate documents, and suggest its likely evolution into the 3G world.

The detailed descriptions of the radio interface as an elaborate extension of the IS-95 Access Network, the MAC, LAC, and RLP sub-layers, and the behavior of the system offered in the course should allow the participant to, for example, understand dimensioning procedures and predict the consequences of various configurations.

Prerequisites: An understanding of data Communications of TCP/IP and IP routing is preferred.

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/582/

CDMA & 1xEv-DO: 583 - 1xEV-DO Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

1xEV-DO or 1x Evolution for Data Optimized (Rev 0, Rev A and Rev C), a data-optimized version of CDMA2000 called 1xEV-DO, provides a flexible, integrated solution that maximizes capacity and throughput for both voice and data.This course presents a clear explanation of 1x-EV-DO including: it's advantages, standards, architecture, protocols, operations, technical capabilities, security and implementation.

Objectives:

After completing this course, students will be able to:

Explore Spread spectrum signal generation and spreading requirements
Understand CDMA2000-1x-EV-DO (Rev 0, Rev A, Rev B and Rev C)
1xEV-DO (Rev C), UMTS-LTE (HSOPA) and Mobile WiMAX
Discuss 1xEV-DO Call processing
Understand Codes and Modulation Schemes used in 1xEV-DO
Understand Physical List Packet Formats
Understand Forward Link Structure
Understand Reverse Link Structure
Discuss Data Rates and Modulation Parameters
Discuss fundamentals of TCP/IP
AAA-RADIUS, Routers, Bridges, NAT, Security and IPsec
Review CDMA2000 packet network architecture
Discuss call processing in 1xEV-DO
Review 1xEV-DO end-to-end scenarios
Explore project planning process of 1xEV-DO Networks
Review successful 1xEV-DO Deployments
Step through a practical process for managing 1xEV-DO networks
Explore the current and future market trends
Overview of features of both Rev 0 and Rev A and differences between the two releases

Prerequisites: The CDMA Standard: IS-95A/B, IS-2000 or equivalent knowledge.

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/583/

CDMA & 1xEv-DO: 585 - CDMA Network Planning

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This two-day course presents the network planning principles applicable to modern wireless RF systems and a thorough yet easy-to-follow introduction to CDMA and CDMA2000 network planning with its unique RF considerations. The course is an effective pathway for engineers and technical personnel from other backgrounds or technologies who want to come up to speed quickly in CDMA network planning and RF engineering.

This two day course is for anyone involved in the network deployment process that needs to learn about network planning principles as applied to CDMA networks.

At conclusion, participants should be familiar with the key principles of signal physics and interference principles, RF propagation in the wireless environment, antennas for wireless systems, traffic engineering and wireless capacity considerations, as well as the key operational and design issues of CDMA systems.

Network planning course will give the technical professional the required knowledge and background to perform RF network planning activities for a CDMA network. The course is intended for those individuals familiar with the CDMA Air Interface Standard, either IS-95 or cdma2000, but desiring to understand the basic concepts behind planning a CDMA and CDMA2000 1x network.

Objectives:

After successful completion of this course, attendees will have a good technical understanding of:

CDMA and CDMA2000 Network Planning Principles
Link Budgets
Propagation Models
Traffic Modeling
CDMA Traffic Engineering
Network considerations
Initial Planning
Tools Overview
PN Planning
Input Parameters
Spectrum Planning
Handoff Planning
Site Selection Criteria
Summary and Conclusion

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/585/

CDMA & 1xEv-DO: 591 - CDMA2000 (1xEV-DO and 1xEV-DV) Security

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

Having completed this course the participant will be able to understand how security is implemented, deployed and managed in IS-95 and CDMA2000 (1x-EV-DO and 1xEV-DV) networks, understand security concepts, understand the benefits of new security techniques applied and how they are implemented.

Objectives:

The goal of this course is to give the participant a strong and intuitive understanding of what security in the wireless systems is and how the security functions are implemented in the CDMA radio and core network. The course focuses both on the air interface and the core network.

The detailed descriptions of the security in the context of IS-95 and CDMA2000 (1x-EV-DO and 1xEV-DV) platforms
A detailed description of security architecture
Principles behind security
Detailed descriptions and comparison of the cryptographic solutions in GSM/GPRS/UMTS and CDMA family
Weaknesses in IS-95, 1x-EV-DO and 1xEV-DV security mechanisms
New security features

Prerequisites: General knowledge of IS-95 and CDMA2000 networks.

Cost: $1699, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/591/

GSM & GPRS/EDGE: 506 - Short Message Service (SMS) Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This 2-day course explores SMS in North American and EMEA networks. It provide a good understanding of the Short Message Service, including the protocols, service aspects, architecture, products and applications.

Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of mobile networks (3GSM, CDMA)

Cost: $1999, Duration: 3 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/506/

GSM & GPRS/EDGE: 518 - Mobile Application Part (MAP) Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

Cost: $1499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/518/

GSM & GPRS/EDGE: 542 - GSM Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This practical course provides an extremely comprehensive, up-to-date, and easy-to-understand treatment of the entire GSM network and the signaling methods of its terrestrial interfaces. In this course, you will gain the knowledge necessary to understand and use GSM services, network, architecture, protocols, terminology, implementation and all the interfaces in between the GSM subsystems.

It provides you with a comprehensive business and technical foundation in GSM network, services and applications. This course will familiarize you with all essential GSM nodes, their functionality as well as their interaction with each other and with nodes outside GSM network.

Objectives:

After completing this course, students will be able to:

Understand the functionality of a GSM network
Explain the basics of GSM network planning
Explore project planning process of GSM/GPRS networks
Understand the engineering tools and procedures required for GSM engineering and planning
Understand existing and emerging standards for GSM, GPRS, EDGE and UMTS
Review successful GSM deployments
Discuss successful and unsuccessful GSM/GPRS deployments
Step through a practical process for managing a GSM/GPRS project
Explore advanced features in GSM and GPRS networks
Explain GSM architecture and services
Describe functions of BTS, BSC and TRAU
Describe functions of VLR, HLR,EIR, MSC, G-MSC
Describe SS7 network architecture and functions
Explore IMSI Attach/Detach and Location Update GSM procedures
Understand GSM protocols and layers
Explore GSM/GPRS operation procedures
Explore GSM radio and core network signaling
Explore GSM/GPRS customer care and support
Explore GSM/GPRS troubleshooting
Explain the basics of GSM security

Prerequisites: None

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/542/

GSM & GPRS/EDGE: 544 - GSM System Engineering

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This two-day seminar provides a solid grounding in principles of basic GSM system design and RF engineering. Propagation, antenna systems, and traffic engineering principles are thoroughly introduced. Finally, GSM system design, growth, and performance considerations are explored each student receiving example files on disk

Prerequisites: Basic technical mathematics

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/544/

GSM & GPRS/EDGE: 545 - GSM , GPRS and UMTS Security

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

Objectives:

The goal of this course is to give the participant a strong and intuitive understanding of what security in the wireless systems is and how the security functions are implemented in the GSM/GPRS/UMTS radio and core network. The course focuses both on the air interface and the core network.

Prerequisites: General knowledge of GSM/GPRS Networks.

Cost: $1999, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/545/

GSM & GPRS/EDGE: 546 - Customized Applications for Mobile Network enhanced Logic (CAMEL) Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This practical course provides an extremely comprehensive, up-to-date, and easy-to-understand treatment of CAMEL (Customised Applications for Mobile network Enhanced Logic).

Objectives:

After completing this course, students will be able to:

Understand the basics of SS7 (Architecture and protocols, MTP, SCCP, TCAP, MAP and CAP)
Understand the basics behind GSM, GPRS and IMS Procedures
Understand the basics behind SMS and USSD
Learn the basic GSM, GPRS and UMTS Service Architecture
Understand the basics of IN Services Applied to Mobile
Understand and Basic Concepts behind IN Service Creation
Explain Basic IN and AIN
Explain Basic CAMEL Architecture
Learn how CAMEL applies to GSM, GPRS, and IMS

Prerequisites: None

Cost: $1999, Duration: 3 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/546/

GSM & GPRS/EDGE: 560 - GPRS Courses

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 1 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/560/

GSM & GPRS/EDGE: 561 - GPRS Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This course provides you with a comprehensive business and technical foundation in GPRS network, services and applications development.

This course provides the attendees with an understanding of the GPRS architecture, protocols, air interface and functions involved in signaling and data transfer. Attendees will gain an understanding of GPRS services, functionality of a GPRS network, e.g. the functions of GGSN and SGSN, the procedures of GPRS Attach, PDP-context activation, Border Gateway (BG), and GPRS QoS.

Objectives:

After completing this course, students will be able to:

Understand the functionality of a GPRS network
Understand GSM system evolution to GPRS
Explain the basics of GPRS network planning
Explore project planning process of GPRS networks
Understand the engineering tools and procedures required for GPRS engineering and planning
Understand existing and emerging standards for GSM, GPRS, EDGE and UMTS
Review successful GPRS deployments
Discuss successful and unsuccessful GSM/GPRS deployments
Step through a practical process for managing a GSM/GPRS project
Explore advanced features in GSM and GPRS networks
Explain GPRS architecture and services
Understand GPRS protocols and their functions
Describe functions of SGSN, GGSN, BG, and CG
Describe IP network architecture and functions
Discuss obstacles of Packet-Switched Mobile Networks
Review GPRS Network Architecture and Protocols
Discuss GPRS architecture and services
Understand the functionality of a GPRS network
Explore GPRS Attach/Detach and PDP Context Activation/Deactivation procedures
Explain the basics of GPRS security
Explore GPRS troubleshooting
Understand the GPRS flows and traffic cases in data transfer and signaling
Explore EDGE and E-GPRS

Prerequisites: Knowledge in GSM is required

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/561/

GSM & GPRS/EDGE: 562 - EDGE Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This course introduces the technical fundamentals of Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution (EDGE).

Prerequisites: Knowledge of GSM and GPRS

Cost: $1999, Duration: 3 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/562/

GSM & GPRS/EDGE: 565 - GPRS System Engineering

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/565/

UMTS (W-CDMA): 519 - IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) Training

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

The IP Multi-Media Subsystem (IMS) is an IP multimedia and telephony core network. It is defined by 3GPP and 3GPP2 standards and organizations based on IETF Internet protocols. IMS is access independent as it supports IP to IP session over wireline IP, 802.11, 802.15, WiMAX, CDMA, GSM/EDGE/UMTS and other packet data applications.

IMS permits and enhances real time, multimedia mobile services such as rich voice, video telephony, messaging, conferencing and push services by responding to the emerging trend to move toward a common, standardized subsystem. As data services proliferate and the value chain expands, current vertical application platforms are proving insufficient to meet operator needs. IMS represents a standardized, reusable platform providing a better way to experiment with, deploy, integrate, and expand consumer and enterprise voice and data services.

This course provides an advanced technical overview of IMS.

In this course we will discuss various advanced concepts that are integral to the development of IMS and all IP networks.

Objectives:

After completing this course, students will be able to:

Understand concepts behind All-IP Multimedia Networks
Understand IMS architecture
Explain IMS reference architecture
Understand IMS session control, connection control and applications services
Explore SIP and SDP extensions used in IMS
Explain IMS services
Understand IMS Security and QoS

Prerequisites: None

Cost: $1999, Duration: 3 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/519/

UMTS (W-CDMA): 520 - Advanced HSDPA

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) is a packet-based data service in W-CDMA downlink with data transmission up to 8-10 Mbps (and 20 Mbps for MIMO systems) over a 5MHz bandwidth in WCDMA downlink. HSDPA implementations includes Adaptive Modulation and Coding (AMC), Multiple-Input Multiple-Output (MIMO), Hybrid Automatic Request (HARQ), fast cell search, and advanced receiver design

Objectives:

Advanced HSDPA training course provides you with a comprehensive technical foundation in HSDPA analysis, design, implementation and testing (RF and MAC layers applied to mobile device, Node B (BS) and RNC)

Prerequisites: Knowledge of UMTS and W-CDMA is needed.

Cost: $2999, Duration: 3 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/520/

UMTS (W-CDMA): 570 - Long Term Evolution (LTE) Fundamentals

2007-09-26T23:31:39+00:00

LTE (Long Term Evolution) delivers true mobile broadband for the masses with a superior user experience. TONEX training services covers the adoption of mobile multimedia and the delivery of a true mobile broadband experience through our leadership in 4G-enabled technologies (WiMAX, LTE (Long Term Evolution), UMB (Ultra Mobile Broadband), and IMS (IP Multimedia Subsystem). LTE is the natural evolution of 3GPP GSM and WCDMA networks.

LTE provides improved performance, lower total cost of ownership and enables a new era of personalized services. TONEX “LTE” (3GPP Long Term Evolution) covers the technical details of the next-generation network beyond 3G.

Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, the attendees will:

Understand the main functionality in the evolved UMTS radio access network, E-UTRA/E-UTRAN or LTE
Understand the concepts behind OFDM and MIMO techniques
Describe UTRAN , All IP Network (AIPN) and E-UTRA/E-UTRAN architecture
Highlight E-UTRA Air Interface and physical layer (downlink and uplink) functionalities and procedures
Highlight E-UTRA layer 2 and 3 signaling functionalities and procedures
Describe Evolved Packet Core (EPC)
Describe SAE (System Architecture Evolution)
Highlight LTE planning and design procedures

Prerequisites: Knowledge of UMTS and High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) is recommended but not necessary

Cost: $1499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/570/

UMTS (W-CDMA): 571 - MBMS (Multimedia Broadcast / Multicast Service)

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

Cost: Call for Details, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/571/

UMTS (W-CDMA): 572 - UMTS Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This course provides an advanced technical overview of current and coming UMTS technologies

Objectives:

After successfully completing the course the attendees will:

Understand the evolution from GSM to UMTS
Understand the basics of UMTS radio communication
Examine UMTS Radio Access Network (UTRAN)
3GPP release 99, 4, 5 and 6
Understand the UMTS Core Network
Examine the services in the UMTS core network environment
Understand UMTS Protocols
Understand Services in the UMTS Environment
Understand Security in the UMTS Environment
Explain the overall system design and describes the network elements and functions of a complete UMTS network. They will also be bale to illustrates how mobile networks evolve from 2nd generation GSM into first UMTS release and beyond towards full-IP mobility networks
Examine the radio access and core network in further detail explaining the functions and services provided to the end users.
Explain how different functions are distributed throughout the network by means of communication protocols providing references to the original UMTS standards published by the 3rd Generation Partnership Programs (3GPP and 3GPP2)

Prerequisites: Basic GSM and GPRS knowledge is preferred.

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/572/

UMTS (W-CDMA): 573 - UMTS Core Network Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

Planning the UMTS core network consist of GSN (GPRS Service Node) system design, MSC and registers dimensioning, OMC dimensioning, Core network interface dimensioning.
The Core Network has several interfaces, which need to be configured and dimensioned. The Core Network hardware configuration is also vendor specific. Network vendors have very extensive documentation how to design all aspects of core network starting from the room environmental requirements up to the post integration system quality audit.

The course covers the details of various functions of the Core Network including Mobility Management, authentication, security, roaming, call and session setup and evolution of the UMTS network towards an all-IP based network.

Objectives:

After successfully completing the course the student will:

Understand the purpose of implementing packet switching in the existing GSM system
Know how the UMTS architecture looks like
Know what the core network looks like in UMTS as well as the architecture.
Understand the evolution of the Core Network from GSM/GPRS over UMTS R99 and R4 towards the "All-IP" of R5 and R6
Understand the UMTS network infrastructure and components
Learn the requirements and operation of a UMTS Core Network, and the fundamentals of the "3G All IP" network
Understand CAMEL, MEXE and their role within the Virtual Home Environment
Understand in depth ATM ( Asynchronous Transfer Mode), AAL structures, and VoIP. and their role within UMTS
Learn the new 3G signaling protocols, transport, control and user planes etc.
Understand 3G-MAP, UDP/IP and TCP/IP and their roles within 3G
Understand how Call transactions are constructed and executed
Undestand the enabling technologies such as SIP, MEGACO and IPv6 and the use of these technologies within All-IP Multimedia architecture
Become familiar with the network evolution towards 4G
Understand how the network can support the implementation of new services, the impact that these services will have on the network including the security, charging, and quality of service considerations.

Prerequisites: GSM/UMTS Core Network and packet switching technologies are preferred.

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/573/

UMTS (W-CDMA): 574 - UMTS Services - Principles and Architecture

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

Cost: Call for Details, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/574/

UMTS (W-CDMA): 575 - UMTS Network Planning and Design - Level I

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

UMTS, also referred to as wideband code division multiple access (WCDMA), is one of the most significant advances in the evolution of telecommunications into 3G networks. UMTS allows many more applications to be introduced to a worldwide base of users and provides a vital link between today's multiple GSM systems and the ultimate single worldwide standard for all mobile telecommunications, International Mobile Telecommunications 2000 (IMT2000).
This course covers the network planning of UMTS network covering the CS, PS and IM domains. This course is vendor-neutral, thus maximizing the true value of this telecom educational experience for its attendees

Objectives: This course provides you with a comprehensive business and technical foundation in EDGE, UMTS network, migration paths, services and applications development.

Prerequisites: Good knowledge of GSM/GPRS, ideally previous 2G RF/Transmission Planning exp., Some Knowledge of RF software propagation tools, some previous background knowledge of UMTS. Any previous radio air-interface/BSS knowledge would also be advantageous

Cost: $1999, Duration: 3 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/575/

UMTS (W-CDMA): 576 - HSDPA Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

HSDPA is based on W-CDMA evolution and is standardized as an element of the 3GPP Release 5 WCDMA specification, and is in fact the key new feature in this latest release. It is a backward-compatible extension of the basic UMTS Rel'99 specifications that supports voice, mixed voice/data and real-time services, all on a single carrier. It is designed to provide impressive benefits over the basic UMTS standard:

Up to three times the spectral efficiency
Triple the data throughput, on average
8 Mbps improvement in peak data rates (10 vs. 2 Mbps)
Fewer end-to-end delays

Objectives:

This course provides you with a comprehensive business and technical foundation in HSDPA migration paths, services and applications development. It offers an overview of the High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) technology. HSDPA enhances the packet data services provided in W-CDMA (UMTS) by increasing the data throughput and reducing unwanted delays and it allows carriers to increase downlink throughput over W-CDMA links

Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of UMTS and W-CDMA.

Cost: $1499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/576/

UMTS (W-CDMA): 578 - UMTS Security

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

Having completed this course the participant will be able to understand how security is implemented, deployed and managed in UMTS network, understand security concepts, understand the benefits of new security techniques applied and how they are implemented.

Objectives:

The goal of this course is to give the participant a strong and intuitive understanding of what security in the wireless systems is and how the security functions are implemented in UMTS radio and core network. The course focuses both on the air interface and the core network.

Prerequisites: Knowledge of UMTS services and network architecture prior to attending the course is an advantage

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/578/

UMTS (W-CDMA): 579 - UMTS QoS Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

The course examines how the UMTS network supports end-to-end Quality of Service. The different functions and protocols supporting end-to-end QoS are described, with focus on the UMTS Bearer Service and the solutions in the packet switched domain.

Objectives:

Upon completion of this training, the participants will be able to successfully describe the UMTS QoS elements and having used them, know what to expect when the QoS features are employed in UMTS networks.

Upon completion of this course, the participant will:

Understand what Quality of Service to expect from the UMTS network and what requirements this put on the different nodes in the UMTS architecture.
Understand what different solutions that can be used to enable QoS in a packet switched network, and the benefits and limitations of each solution.
Understand how end-to-end Quality of Service could be implemented using IP and ATM mechanisms.
The implementation of QoS on each interface in the UMTS architecture is discussed, from the radio interface and ATM network to the IP solutions in the backbone and the External Bearer Service.
The QoS solution of the IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) is described

Prerequisites: General knowledge of the UMTS system is recommended.

Cost: $1,499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/579/

UMTS (W-CDMA): 592 - HSUPA Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

HSUPA (High Speed Uplink Packet Access) is a packet-based data service in W-CDMA uplink. HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet Access) and HSUPA (High Speed Uplink Packet Access) offer breakthrough data speeds, theoretically up to 14.4 Mbps in downlink and up to 5.8 Mbps in uplink respectively.

HSUPA (High Speed Uplink Packet Access) extends the uplink capability, providing peak uplink data rates of 5.76Mbps (up from typically 384kbps maximum in today's networks) and reduced data latency.

Objectives: HSUPA fundamentals training course provides you with a comprehensive technical foundation in HSUPA analysis, design, implementation and testing (RF and MAC layers applied to mobile device, Node B (BS) and RNC)

Prerequisites: Knowledge of UMTS R99 and HSDPA is recommended.

Cost: $1499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/592/

4G and WiMAX (802.16): 524 - WiMAX Overview

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access- IEEE 802.16) is a standards-based wireless MAN 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.

Industry analysts believe the WiMAX Market will be worth anywhere from $3 billion to $5 billion by 2009. (Source: Intel)

This 1-day course provides an introduction to WiMaxapplications, technologies and standards.

After a general introduction to wireless networks, this overview course moves quickly into the WiMax (802.16-2004, 802.16e) foundations, protocols, protocols, QoS security and mobility. Real-world examples through case studies, vendor products, and implementation tips are discussed.

Objectives:

After successfully completing the course the student will:

Explore the Problems WiMAX Solves
Understand WiMAX business models
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

Prerequisites: None

Cost: $999, Duration: 1 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/524/

4G and WiMAX (802.16): 525 - WiMAX Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access- IEEE 802.16) is a standards-based wireless MAN 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, high-speed enterprise connectivity for businesses and mobile.

This 2-day course provides an overview of WiMax applications, technologies, architectural and standards. Other important topics such as protocol layers, QoS, throughput, security, coverage, capacity planning, interference, testing and interoperability, are discussed. Basic WiMAX architecture, RF theory, microwave, propogation, Link budget math, troubleshooting, security and QoS foundations 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) foundations, protocols, PHY, MAC (Media Access Control), framing, TDD/FDD, FDMA/OFDMA/SOFDMA, QoS, security, mobility and CSN/ASN. Real-world experiences through case studies, vendor products, and implementation tips located throughout the course reference material.

Objectives:

After successfully completing the course the students 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 core network
Gain a general understanding of WiMAX systems planning, coverage and capacity and design
Gain a general understanding of WiMAX core planning and implementation (Data, TDM, VoIP, IPTV, and IMS)
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 design and operational support of WiMAX

Prerequisites: Basic understanding of wireless, radio communications and telecom/IP core is recommended.

Cost: $1899, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/525/

4G and WiMAX (802.16): 526 - WiMAX RF Planning and Network Design

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

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, troubleshooting foundations 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

Prerequisites: Basic understanding of wireless, radio communications and IP is recommended.

Cost: $2199, Duration: 3 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/526/

4G and WiMAX (802.16): 527 - WiMAX Cell Planning

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

Cost: $1499, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/527/

4G and WiMAX (802.16): 528 - WiMAX Equipment and Component Design

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This course provides a detailed technical view of WiMax component and network equipment esign. It is an advanced course reviewing the technical specifications and standards from a design point of view.

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, 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
Gain a good knowledge on WiMAX network equipment and ASIC design and implementation
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 design and implementation support of WiMAX ASICs and equipments

Prerequisites: Basic understanding of wireless, radio communications and WiMAX is recommended.

Cost: $2199, Duration: 3 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/528/

4G and WiMAX (802.16): 529 - WiMAX Network Management

2008-05-09T20:34:55+00:00

This course familiarizes the participants to features and tools to manage the performance of their WiMAX networks. WiMAX network equipment offers a set of performance features such as on-demand bandwidth management. This course begins with a discussion of the WiMAX/802.16 fundamentals and then explains the WiMAX network statistics, configurable network parameters as well as optional features, and shows how these affect each aspect of the WiMAX network performance.

In this 2-Day course, you will study the architecture, features and tools to optimize 802.16/WiMAX networks. You'll become familiar with creating users, logical views, event monitoring and collecting performance data. You'll perform agent updates, config, and backup / restore operations.

Objectives:

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

Understand the basic principles of network management
Describe the configuration parameters available and their impact on WiMAX network operations
Interpret key WiMAX network performance measurements
Explain how to engineer and dimension the WiMAX channels
Measure the latency and average throughput in the network
Describe the Quality of Service (QoS) features of WiMAX
Implement Quality of Service (QoS) on a WiMAX device

Prerequisites: WiMAX Fundamentals

Cost: $1699, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/529/

4G and WiMAX (802.16): 530 - WiMAX Core/IP Network Design and Implementation

2008-05-09T20:34:56+00:00

This course provides an overview of WiMax core network technologies and standards. Other important topics such as protocol layers, QoS, throughput, network planning, traffic engineering, testing and security are discussed.

After a general introduction to wireless networks, this practical course moves quickly into the WiMax (802.16-2004, 802.16e) core network planning, design, implementation,security, QoS and mobility issues. Real-world experiences through case studies and implementation tips located throughout the course reference material.

This program combines dynamic expert presentations, live discussions on real-life situations faced by participants, case studies and hands-on workshops adapted to the business and organizational realities of participants. Complete training material is provided to all participants for future references and follow-up action plans.

Objectives:

This course provides the fundamental principles of WiMAX core network planning, design, traffic engineering and implementation. It provides the knowledge necessary to evaluate WiMAX core network solutions, network design associated with traffic engineering for TDM, VoIP, IPTV and broadband data.

After successfully completing the course the student will:

Understand the basic concepts of 802.16-2004 and 802.16e access technologies
Understand the technical implementation of different types of 802.16-2004 and 802.16e
Provide an essential introduction to WiMAX current and emerging voice, data and video technologies
Gain a general understanding of WiMAX network planning, coverage and capacity
Explore the requirements and the actions to take for the WiMAX planning, design and deployment
Explore the latest enabling technologies, such as voice characteristics, compression standards and quality of service (QoS) used in VoIP implementation of WiMAX
Be able to select the most effective WiMAX core network type from a wide assortment of recent and emerging implementations
Be able to perform a more efficient design and operational support of WiMAX core network

Prerequisites: Basic understanding of TDM and IP is networks is recommended.

Cost: $2199, Duration: 3 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/530/

4G and WiMAX (802.16): 531 - 802.16e (WiMAX) Fundamentals

2008-05-09T20:34:56+00:00

802.16e is an amendment to IEEE Standard 802.16 ("Air Interface for Fixed Broadband Wireless Access Systems") as modified by IEEE Standards 802.16a, 802.16-2004 and 802.16c. The 802.16e covers "Physical and Medium Access Control Layers for Combined Fixed and Mobile Operation in Licensed Bands. The emerging 802.16e standard will specify new mobile air interfaces for wireless broadband. 802.16e will add mobility in the 2 to 6 GHz licensed bands.

This course provides an overview of 802.16e.

Objectives:

After successfully completing the course the student will:

Understand the basic concepts of 802.16-2004
Understand the basic concepts of 802.16e
Understand 802.16e Protocols (PHY, MAC)
Understand OFDMA and SOFDMA Techniques
Understand the technical implementation 802.16e
Understand 802.16e RF concepts and issues
Gain a general understanding of 802.16e systems 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 design and operational support of 802.16e implementation of WiMAX
Gain a general understanding of similarities and differences between 802.16e and WiBro

Prerequisites: Basic understanding of WiMAX and 802.16-2004 is recommended but not necessary.

Cost: $2199, Duration: 3 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/531/

Wireless Security: 6030 - Wireless LANs Security Fundamentals

2007-09-07T07:29:00+00:00

This TONEX two-day wireless LAN security course is cutting edge training in wireless LAN security technologies.

Objectives:

Wireless LAN Security Training include:

Exploring 802.11a, 8011.b and 802.11g Network Architecture and Design
Understanding 802.11 Security Threats
Security Management, Wireless LAN Intrusion and Policy
Overview of security software and protocols for wireless LANs
Exploring of the security weaknesses of and threats to wireless LANs
Overview of implementation of the best and latest security techniques and mechanisms
Implementation of WEP, WPA, WPA2, 802.11i and 802.1x

Prerequisites: Attendees should be familiar with TCP/IP and basic networking.

Cost: $2500, Duration: 3 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/6030/

Wireless Security: 6031 - GSM and GPRS Security

2007-09-07T07:29:59+00:00

The goal of this course is to give the participant a strong and intuitive understanding of what security in the wireless systems is and how the security functions are implemented in the GSM/GPRS/UMTS radio and core network. The course focuses both on the air interface and the core network.

Prerequisites: General knowledge of GSM/GPRS Networks.

Cost: $1699, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/6031/

Wireless Security: 6032 - UMTS Security

2007-09-07T07:32:16+00:00

Objectives: The goal of this course is to give the participant a strong and intuitive understanding of what security in the wireless systems is and how the security functions are implemented in UMTS radio and core network. The course focuses both on the air interface and the core network.

Prerequisites: Knowledge of UMTS services and network architecture prior to attending the course is an advantage

Cost: $1699, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/6032/

Wireless Security: 6033 - GSM, GPRS and UMTS Security

2007-09-07T07:32:54+00:00

Having completed this course the participant will be able to understand how security is implemented, deployed and managed in GSM, GPRS and UMTS networks, understand security concepts, understand the benefits of new security techniques applied and how they are implemented.Objectives: The goal of this course is to give the participant a strong and intuitive understanding of what security in the wireless systems is and how the security functions are implemented in the GSM/GPRS/UMTS radio and core network. The course focuses both on the air interface and the core network.

Prerequisites: General knowledge of GSM, GPRS and UMTS networks.

Cost: $1699, Duration: 2 Day(s)

For detailed information: http://www.tonex.com/Courses/6033/