This course provides a detailed overview of the issues related to the planning of backhaul services designed to support 4G LTE Cellular sites in both dedicated and single Radio Access Network (RAN) environments. The course focuses on planning techniques related to the most commonly-employed backhaul technologies used in conjunction with LTE, such as Ethernet, packet-based microwave and IP. It also covers aspects such as timing and security solutions and presents techniques that can be employed to estimate backhaul requirements and plan for suitable deployments.

Join our LTE Backhaul Planning Training Course to gain a comprehensive understanding of the planning techniques and technologies essential for supporting 4G LTE Cellular sites. This course is designed for engineers working for network operators involved in the planning and implementation of RANs, specifically focusing on the backhaul region from the cell tower back to the core network. You will learn about backhaul technologies such as Ethernet, packet-based microwave, and IP, as well as timing and security solutions crucial for LTE deployments.

Our 1-day course covers topics including backhaul overview, defining 4G backhaul requirements, transport network evolution, synchronization options, VLAN management, and more. By the end of the training, you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to estimate backhaul requirements, plan suitable deployments, and ensure efficient backhaul solutions for 4G LTE networks. No specific prerequisites are required for this course, making it accessible to a wide range of professionals in the telecom industry. Sign up now to enhance your expertise in LTE backhaul planning and stay ahead in the rapidly evolving telecommunications sector.

This course is delivered as a self-paced on-demand distance learning course and features illustrated course books, videos, tests and full tutor support.

Who would benefit

This course is designed for engineers working for network operators in the planning and implementation of RANs and in particular the backhaul region from the cell tower back to the core network and are looking at the options that exist to provide backhaul solutions suitable for 4G LTE networks.

Prerequisites

No specific prerequisites for this course although a good understanding of mobile networks and in particular the radio access part of 3GPP based networks.

Topic Areas Include

Backhaul overview
Backhaul planning techniques
Defining 4G backhaul requirements
Backhaul technologies appropriate for 4G networks
Transport network evolution
Multi RAT and Multi Operator (MRMO)
Synchronization options

Cell throughput expectations
Industry initiatives and forums
Radio to transport QoS mapping
VLAN management
Backhaul traffic profile
Backhaul QoS
Planning exercise – cell throughput calculations

On-Demand Online Training

On-Demand Online Telecoms Training Our self-paced on-demand distance learning programmes are accessible on any computer, tablet or smartphone and allow you to study at a time and location that is convenient to you.

Each course includes:

Illustrated Course Books - featuring leading edge knowledge from subject matter experts.
Videos - Detailed videos expand the points covered in the course books, discussing topics in greater depth.
Tutor Support – Dedicated course tutors are available to answer any questions you might have throughout your studies.
Formative Assessment - Modules include regular quizzes to support learning by testing your knowledge of the subject matter.
Certification– Successfully complete the end of module tests to earn Digital Badges to demonstrate the depth of your knowledge of the topic.

Included in Wray Castle Hub

This course is also available as part of the Wray Castle Hub. An annual subscription delivers unlimited access to this course and over 500 hours of learning material consisting of 30+ Courses, 190+ Learning Modules, and 1,000+ Videos.

Annual Subscription: £1400 (Most cost-effective option)

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