Course Title:

UMTS Architecture, Protocols & Procedures

Duration:

3 Days

Cost:

£995

Synopsis:

This course provides a detailed technical description of the protocols and procedures utilised across the UMTS network architecture, including several related service provision and transport protocols / systems. A detailed analysis of signalling procedures and sequences across a variety of interfaces is presented through the use of several protocol analysis tools . The use of SIP within an operators network and the provision of complex data services are also discussed.

Pre-requisites:

Basic understanding of data communications protocols (fixed or mobile) and high level appreciation of UMTS network architecture

Content Outline:

System Overview

UTRAN Architecture and Functions

Core Network Architecture and Functions

General Protocol Architecture and Responsibilities

UTRAN Interfaces and Protocols

RRC in the UTRAN

Interface Characteristics

Interface Protocols and Structures

Control and User Plane Architectures

SS7 Protocols and Responsibilities

SIGTRAN in UMTS

3GPP MAP Functions and Procedures

IN Overview

Identity Relationships

Security Architecture and Mechanisms

Roaming Architecture and Procedures

HSPA Protocol Structures and Procedures

IMS Protocols

Architecture Evolution for VoIP