Next generation wireless communications systems will offer an unprecedented improvement in handling high-speed data and mobile Internet access.  Along with traditional (wireline) solutions, 3G wireless communications will expand productive connectivity to anyone, anywhere, anytime for any traffic type.  This course provides participants with an understanding and appreciation of the challenges involved in the implementation of advanced wireless solutions and the strategies that are evolving to meet those challenges.  In addition, all major markets and opportunities for wireless networks are discussed with an emphasis on the role of 3G in-future implementations.

After this training participants will be able to:

• Gain an extended knowledge of wireless communication concepts and terminology
• Understand how 3G wireless communications can be used to benefit their business
• Recognize the role of government regulation and licensing
• Be aware of the array of standards being developed for 3G wireless systems
• Comprehend the target markets, technologies  and objectives for 3G evolution
• Be able to keep up with the rapidly evolving advances in wireless communication
•  Distinguish between the goals and realities of 3G and beyond

• Non-technical personnel who wish to understand the business case and market opportunities for 3G wireless communications and desire to develop a general appreciation for the challenges and solutions in the 3G wireless arena.  (Line and staff management, contract and personnel supervisors, marketing and sales employees, finance specialists,…)
• Technical personnel who need to develop an understanding of the challenges and technological solutions developed to provide high speed wireless communication and Internet access in practical  mobile environments.  (Technical staff and managers, engineers, technicians, system administrators,…)

A basic understanding of cellular/PCS fundamentals and operations.

• The Business Case For 3G Wireless Communication
• Evolution To UMTS and other 3G solutions
• Steps to phase-in 3G:  HSCSD, GPRS, EDGE
• The benefits and principles of CDMA, cdma2000, and WCDMA
• The role of Wireless Internet protocols such as mobile IP
• Wireless applications and WAP
• Current state of worldwide 3G development

This course is presented as a seminar where students are actively engaged with dialog, workshops and demonstrations to maximize learning and retention. An optional third day adds detailed content for technical audiences.