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Technologies of Mobile Communication Networks
Major: System Administration of Telecommunications Networks
Code of subject: 7.172.02.E.021
Credits: 6.00
Department: Telecommunication
Lecturer: D.Sc, Associate Professor, Maksymyuk Taras
Semester: 2 семестр
Mode of study: денна
Завдання: As a result of studying the course, the student should be able to demonstrate the following learning outcomes:
1. Understanding of the principles of building modern mobile communication networks.
2. Knowledge of technologies and standards for building 4th and 5th generation mobile communication networks.
3. Understanding of the methodology for planning and designing mobile communication networks and the ability to apply it when performing project tasks.
4. Ability to plan the logical structure of a cellular mobile communication network.
5. Knowledge of modern radio access technologies and the ability to choose the appropriate option to meet specific requirements for mobile communication networks.
6. Understanding of the requirements of current international and national standards that regulate or restrict the use of spectrum in mobile communication networks and the ability to apply them in planning and designing mobile network coverage.
7. Ability to plan the physical structure of a cellular mobile communication network, taking into account current requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in the target coverage area.
8. Proficiency in basic methods and techniques of calculations necessary for planning and designing 4th and 5th generation mobile communication networks.
The study of the course involves the formation and development of competencies in students, including:
General:
INT The ability to solve complex specialized tasks and practical problems in the field of telecommunications, radio electronics, and electronic technology or in the learning process, which involves the application of theories and methods of designing telecommunications software platforms and characterized by complexity and uncertainty of conditions.
1. Knowledge of the basics of information security of radio engineering and telecommunications systems;
2. Knowledge of basic specifications and regulatory documents for designing and operating radio engineering and telecommunications systems and their components;
3. Ability to design radio engineering and telecommunications systems in accordance with current specifications and other regulatory documents;
4. Ability to work with technical literature and search for necessary technical information;
5. Ability to maintain acquired knowledge and skills at a level that corresponds to the modern development of science and technology in the field of professional activity.
Professional:
1. Knowledge of technologies for building and functioning, architectures, and protocols of mobile communication systems and networks of 3-5 generations;
2. Ability to plan the cellular structure of mobile communication systems and networks;
3. Knowledge of technologies for building and functioning, architectures, and protocols of heterogeneous mobile communication networks of 4-5 generations;
4. Ability to use tools for automated monitoring and control of the backbone network of heterogeneous mobile communication systems of 4-5 generations.
Learning outcomes: The learning outcomes of this course detail the following program learning outcomes:
1. Understanding of theories and methods for designing radio engineering and telecommunications systems and networks at a level necessary to solve specialized tasks and practical problems in the professional field.
2. Ability to apply a methodological basis for conducting scientific research in the field of radio electronics and telecommunications.
3. Ability to apply knowledge in the field of information security of radio engineering and telecommunications systems and networks to plan and implement measures, make decisions, and ensure the protection of information and technical systems in professional activities.
4. Ability to apply knowledge in the field of civil defense in professional activities to minimize the impact of emergencies on the functioning of radio engineering and telecommunications systems.
5. Proficiency in the English language at a level sufficient for carrying out professional activities, writing scientific articles, reading, and interpreting international technical standards.
6. Knowledge of technologies for building and functioning, architectures, and protocols of mobile communication systems and networks of 3-5 generations at a level sufficient for their calculation and planning.
7. Knowledge of the basics of building and functioning, architectures, and protocols of heterogeneous mobile communication networks of 4-5 generations at a level sufficient for their calculation and planning.
8. Ability for lifelong learning and continuous professional development in the workplace.
Required prior and related subjects: Previous academic disciplines:
1. Mobile communication systems
Associated and subsequent academic disciplines
1. Software platform development technologies
2. Theory of construction and protocols of information communication networks
Summary of the subject: This academic discipline is designed to provide students with knowledge of methods, techniques, and tools used for planning and designing cellular networks of the fourth and fifth generation of mobile communication. It aims to equip them with skills in using relevant standards and other regulatory and professional literature that regulates aspects of radio frequency resource usage, requirements for electromagnetic compatibility, and specified characteristics of mobile communication networks.
Опис: 1. Development and standardization of mobile communication network technologies.
2. Architecture and principles of building LTE mobile communication networks.
2.1. Current LTE standards and technologies.
2.2. Planning and designing LTE network coverage.
2.3. Planning and designing LTE network coverage in buildings.
3. Structure of the LTE radio interface.
3.1. Channel separation in radio access networks.
3.2. OFDMA technology.
3.3. MIMO technology.
3.4. Radio resource management in LTE networks.
4. Structure of the LTE network core.
4.1. Key differences between LTE core networks and second and third-generation networks.
4.2. LTE protocols.
4.3. Main interfaces in LTE networks.
4.4. Structure of information flows in LTE networks.
4.5. Basic principles of IMS (IP Multimedia Subsystem) architecture.
5. Development of 5th generation (5G) mobile communication networks.
5.1. Requirements and potential technical solutions for 5G mobile communication networks.
5.2. Spectral densification of mobile communication networks.
5.3. Functional features and requirements for 5G mobile communication network radio interfaces.
5.4. Main unsolved problems in heterogeneous 5G mobile communication networks.
6. Radio access technologies for the deployment of Internet of Things (IoT) systems
7. Conclusions and practical recommendations.
Assessment methods and criteria: The evaluation of the course includes solving individual tasks, defending them, intermediate testing of the covered topics, student surveys and board work, and writing reports on proposed topics.
The laboratory works are evaluated quantitatively, according to the individual task variant. The final exam consists of a written component, which includes extended answers to questions and solving tasks, and an oral component, which includes questioning based on a list of topics that were covered during the semester and presented for the final exam.
Критерії оцінювання результатів навчання: The midterm assessment is worth 40 points, while the final exam is worth 60 points.
Порядок та критерії виставляння балів та оцінок: 100-88 points - ("excellent") is awarded for a high level of knowledge (some inaccuracies are allowed) of the educational material component, which is contained in the main and additional recommended literary sources, ability to analyze the phenomena studied, their interrelation and development, clear, concise, logical, and sequential answers to the questions asked, ability to apply theoretical principles when solving practical problems; 87-71 points - ("good") is awarded for generally correct understanding of the educational material component, including calculations, reasoned answers to the questions asked, which, however, contain certain (insignificant) shortcomings, and the ability to apply theoretical principles when solving practical problems; 70-50 points - ("satisfactory") is awarded for weak knowledge of the educational material component, inaccurate or poorly reasoned answers, violation of the sequence of presentation, and weak application of theoretical principles when solving practical problems; 49-26 points - ("not passed" with the possibility of retaking the semester exam) is awarded for not knowing a significant part of the educational material component, significant errors in answering questions, inability to apply theoretical principles when solving practical problems; 25-00 points - ("unsatisfactory" with mandatory re-learning) is awarded for not knowing a significant part of the educational material component, significant errors in answering questions, inability to orient oneself when solving practical problems, and not knowing the basic fundamental principles.
Recommended books: 1. Bhushan N. Network densification: the dominant theme for wireless evolution into 5G / N. Bhushan, Li Junyi, D. Malladi et al. // IEEE Communications Magazine.– USA: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, 2014 – vol. 52, no. 2 – P.82-89.
2. Hoydis J. Massive MIMO: How Many Antennas Do We Need? / J. Hoydis, S. ten Brink, and M. Debbah // 49th Annual Allerton Conf. Commun., Control, and Computing – Sept. 2011 – P. 545–50
3. Damnjanovic A. A Survey on 3GPP Heterogeneous Networks / A. Damnjanovic, J. Montojo, Y. Wei et al. // IEEE Wireless Communications – USA: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, 2011 – vol. 18 – no. 3 – P.10-21.
4. Annapureddy S. Coordinated Joint Transmission in WWAN / S. Annapureddy // IEEE Commun. Theory Wksp. – Cancun, Mexico, May 2010.
5. Weiss T. A. Spectrum pooling: An innovative strategy for the enhancement of spectrum efficiency / T. A. Weiss and F. K. Jondral // IEEE Commun. Mag, radio Communications Supplement, Mar. 2004 – vol. 42 – no. 3 – pp. S8–S14
6. C-RAN: The Road Towards Green RAN – White Paper, ver. 3.0 — China: China Mobile Research Institute, Oct. 2011. — 91 p.
7. Choi S.-H. Channel Estimations Using Extended Orthogonal Codes for AF Multiple-Relay Networks Over Frequency-Selective Fading Channels / S.-H. Choi, J.-S. Baek, J.-S. Han, and J.-S. Seo // IEEE Transactions on Vehicular Technology, January 2014 – vol. 63 – no. 1 – P.417-42
8. System and method for distributed input distributed output wireless communications / A. Forenza, R. W. Heath Jr, S. G. Perlman, R. Van der Laan and J. Speck – U.S. Patent No. 8,428,162. Washington, DC: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, 2013.
9. Lee J.-H. Probabilistic Limited Feedback Precoding in MIMO Interference Channels / J.-H. Lee // IEEE Communications Letters ¬ December, 2012 — vol. 16 – no. 12
10. Insoo N. A Holistic View on Hyper-Dense Heterogeneous and Small Cell Networks / H. Insoo, S. Bongyong, S.S. Soliman // IEEE Communications MagazineUSA: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, 2013 – vol. 51 – no. 6 – P.20-27
Уніфікований додаток: Lviv Polytechnic National University ensures the implementation of the right of persons with disabilities to obtain higher education. Inclusive educational services are provided by the Accessibility Service for Learning Opportunities "No Limits". The goal of the service is to provide continuous individual support for the learning process of students with disabilities and chronic illnesses. An important tool for implementing an inclusive educational policy at the University is the Program for Qualification Improvement of Scientific and Pedagogical Workers and Teaching Assistants in the Field of Social Inclusion and Inclusive Education. The service can be contacted at the following address:
2/4 Karpinskogo St., 1st building, room 112
E-mail: nolimits@lpnu.ua
Websites: https://lpnu.ua/nolimits https://lpnu.ua/integration
Академічна доброчесність: The policy regarding academic integrity of participants in the educational process is based on adherence to the principles of academic integrity, taking into account the norms of the "Regulations on Academic Integrity at Lviv Polytechnic National University" (approved by the University Council on June 20, 2017, protocol No. 35).
Technologies of Mobile Communication Networks (курсовий проєкт)
Major: System Administration of Telecommunications Networks
Code of subject: 7.172.02.E.023
Credits: 3.00
Department: Telecommunication
Lecturer: D.Sc, Associate Professor, Maksymyuk Taras
Semester: 2 семестр
Mode of study: денна
Завдання: As a result of studying the course, the student should be able to demonstrate the following learning outcomes:
1. Understanding of the principles of building modern mobile communication networks.
2. Knowledge of technologies and standards for building 4th and 5th generation mobile communication networks.
3. Understanding of the methodology for planning and designing mobile communication networks and the ability to apply it when performing project tasks.
4. Ability to plan the logical structure of a cellular mobile communication network.
5. Knowledge of modern radio access technologies and the ability to choose the appropriate option to meet specific requirements for mobile communication networks.
6. Understanding of the requirements of current international and national standards that regulate or restrict the use of spectrum in mobile communication networks and the ability to apply them in planning and designing mobile network coverage.
7. Ability to plan the physical structure of a cellular mobile communication network, taking into account current requirements for electromagnetic compatibility in the target coverage area.
8. Proficiency in basic methods and techniques of calculations necessary for planning and designing 4th and 5th generation mobile communication networks.
The study of the course involves the formation and development of competencies in students, including:
General:
INT The ability to solve complex specialized tasks and practical problems in the field of telecommunications, radio electronics, and electronic technology or in the learning process, which involves the application of theories and methods of designing telecommunications software platforms and characterized by complexity and uncertainty of conditions.
1. Knowledge of the basics of information security of radio engineering and telecommunications systems;
2. Knowledge of basic specifications and regulatory documents for designing and operating radio engineering and telecommunications systems and their components;
3. Ability to design radio engineering and telecommunications systems in accordance with current specifications and other regulatory documents;
4. Ability to work with technical literature and search for necessary technical information;
5. Ability to maintain acquired knowledge and skills at a level that corresponds to the modern development of science and technology in the field of professional activity.
Professional:
1. Knowledge of technologies for building and functioning, architectures, and protocols of mobile communication systems and networks of 3-5 generations;
2. Ability to plan the cellular structure of mobile communication systems and networks;
3. Knowledge of technologies for building and functioning, architectures, and protocols of heterogeneous mobile communication networks of 4-5 generations;
4. Ability to use tools for automated monitoring and control of the backbone network of heterogeneous mobile communication systems of 4-5 generations.
Learning outcomes: The learning outcomes of this course detail the following program learning outcomes:
1. Understanding of theories and methods for designing radio engineering and telecommunications systems and networks at a level necessary to solve specialized tasks and practical problems in the professional field.
2. Ability to apply a methodological basis for conducting scientific research in the field of radio electronics and telecommunications.
3. Ability to apply knowledge in the field of information security of radio engineering and telecommunications systems and networks to plan and implement measures, make decisions, and ensure the protection of information and technical systems in professional activities.
4. Ability to apply knowledge in the field of civil defense in professional activities to minimize the impact of emergencies on the functioning of radio engineering and telecommunications systems.
5. Proficiency in the English language at a level sufficient for carrying out professional activities, writing scientific articles, reading, and interpreting international technical standards.
6. Knowledge of technologies for building and functioning, architectures, and protocols of mobile communication systems and networks of 3-5 generations at a level sufficient for their calculation and planning.
7. Knowledge of the basics of building and functioning, architectures, and protocols of heterogeneous mobile communication networks of 4-5 generations at a level sufficient for their calculation and planning.
8. Ability for lifelong learning and continuous professional development in the workplace.
Required prior and related subjects: Previous academic disciplines:
1. Mobile communication systems
Associated and subsequent academic disciplines
1. Software platform development technologies
2. Theory of construction and protocols of information communication networks
Summary of the subject: The term project is designed for practical acquisition by students of skills and abilities in the use of methods, techniques, and tools intended for planning and designing mobile communication networks of the fourth and fifth generation standards, as well as mastering the use of relevant standards and other regulatory and professional literature, in particular, in English, which regulates the requirements for project work in the field of telecommunications networks.
Опис: 1. Familiarization with the task, methodology of project (course work) execution and clarification of the task variant.
2. Formulation of project goals and requirements, development of technical specifications.
3. Development of a logical model of the proposed mobile communication network.
4. Development of a physical model of the mobile network, selection of radio access technologies.
5. Development of the network implementation plan.
6. Development of the project implementation schedule.
7. Final formatting of the text and graphic parts of the explanatory note for the project. Submission of the completed project for final review and defense.
8. Defense of the project (course work).
Assessment methods and criteria: 1. The current control in the form of verification by the teacher of parts of the course project (course work) according to the description of the stages of the course project (course work) execution.
2. The final control in the form of defending the course project (course work).
Критерії оцінювання результатів навчання: Current control - 45 points
Checking the text and graphic part of the course project - 25 points
Defense of the course project - 30 points
Порядок та критерії виставляння балів та оцінок: 100-88 points - ("excellent") is awarded for a high level of knowledge (some inaccuracies are allowed) of the educational material component, which is contained in the main and additional recommended literary sources, ability to analyze the phenomena studied, their interrelation and development, clear, concise, logical, and sequential answers to the questions asked, ability to apply theoretical principles when solving practical problems; 87-71 points - ("good") is awarded for generally correct understanding of the educational material component, including calculations, reasoned answers to the questions asked, which, however, contain certain (insignificant) shortcomings, and the ability to apply theoretical principles when solving practical problems; 70-50 points - ("satisfactory") is awarded for weak knowledge of the educational material component, inaccurate or poorly reasoned answers, violation of the sequence of presentation, and weak application of theoretical principles when solving practical problems; 49-26 points - ("not passed" with the possibility of retaking the semester exam) is awarded for not knowing a significant part of the educational material component, significant errors in answering questions, inability to apply theoretical principles when solving practical problems; 25-00 points - ("unsatisfactory" with mandatory re-learning) is awarded for not knowing a significant part of the educational material component, significant errors in answering questions, inability to orient oneself when solving practical problems, and not knowing the basic fundamental principles.
Recommended books: 1. Bhushan N. Network densification: the dominant theme for wireless evolution into 5G / N. Bhushan, Li Junyi, D. Malladi et al. // IEEE Communications Magazine.– USA: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, 2014 – vol. 52, no. 2 – P.82-89.
2. Hoydis J. Massive MIMO: How Many Antennas Do We Need? / J. Hoydis, S. ten Brink, and M. Debbah // 49th Annual Allerton Conf. Commun., Control, and Computing – Sept. 2011 – P. 545–50
3. Damnjanovic A. A Survey on 3GPP Heterogeneous Networks / A. Damnjanovic, J. Montojo, Y. Wei et al. // IEEE Wireless Communications – USA: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, 2011 – vol. 18 – no. 3 – P.10-21.
4. Annapureddy S. Coordinated Joint Transmission in WWAN / S. Annapureddy // IEEE Commun. Theory Wksp. – Cancun, Mexico, May 2010.
5. Weiss T. A. Spectrum pooling: An innovative strategy for the enhancement of spectrum efficiency / T. A. Weiss and F. K. Jondral // IEEE Commun. Mag, radio Communications Supplement, Mar. 2004 – vol. 42 – no. 3 – pp. S8–S14
6. C-RAN: The Road Towards Green RAN – White Paper, ver. 3.0 — China: China Mobile Research Institute, Oct. 2011. — 91 p.
7. Choi S.-H. Channel Estimations Using Extended Orthogonal Codes for AF Multiple-Relay Networks Over Frequency-Selective Fading Channels / S.-H. Choi, J.-S. Baek, J.-S. Han, and J.-S. Seo // IEEE Transactions on Vehicular Technology, January 2014 – vol. 63 – no. 1 – P.417-42
8. System and method for distributed input distributed output wireless communications / A. Forenza, R. W. Heath Jr, S. G. Perlman, R. Van der Laan and J. Speck – U.S. Patent No. 8,428,162. Washington, DC: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, 2013.
9. Lee J.-H. Probabilistic Limited Feedback Precoding in MIMO Interference Channels / J.-H. Lee // IEEE Communications Letters ¬ December, 2012 — vol. 16 – no. 12
10. Insoo N. A Holistic View on Hyper-Dense Heterogeneous and Small Cell Networks / H. Insoo, S. Bongyong, S.S. Soliman // IEEE Communications MagazineUSA: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, 2013 – vol. 51 – no. 6 – P.20-27
Уніфікований додаток: Lviv Polytechnic National University ensures the implementation of the right of persons with disabilities to obtain higher education. Inclusive educational services are provided by the Accessibility Service for Learning Opportunities "No Limits". The goal of the service is to provide continuous individual support for the learning process of students with disabilities and chronic illnesses. An important tool for implementing an inclusive educational policy at the University is the Program for Qualification Improvement of Scientific and Pedagogical Workers and Teaching Assistants in the Field of Social Inclusion and Inclusive Education. The service can be contacted at the following address:
2/4 Karpinskogo St., 1st building, room 112
E-mail: nolimits@lpnu.ua
Websites: https://lpnu.ua/nolimits https://lpnu.ua/integration
Академічна доброчесність: The policy regarding academic integrity of participants in the educational process is based on adherence to the principles of academic integrity, taking into account the norms of the "Regulations on Academic Integrity at Lviv Polytechnic National University" (approved by the University Council on June 20, 2017, protocol No. 35).