IKT444 Mobile Communication Networks
- ECTS Credits:
- 7.5
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Engineering and Science
- Course Leader:
- Frank Yong Li
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- Teaching language:
- English
- Duration:
- 1 term
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Cyber Security, Master’s Programme
- Master's Programme in Information and Communication Technology
- Artificial Intelligence, 5-year master programme
Teaching language
EnglishCourse contents
The main goal of this course is to provide the students with knowledge of cellular networks from first generation to today's fourth generation and tomorrow's fifth generation, including both radio access networks and core networks.
The course covers the following topics:
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Overview of communication networks from circuit-switched to packet-switched
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Medium access mechanisms for cellular radio access networks such as TACS/AMPS, GSM, GPRS, UMTS, HSPA, and LTE/LTE-A
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Architectures and protocols for cellular core network evolution towards an all IP-based network
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Mobile communication beyond 2020: What is 5G?
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Quality of service in cellular networks and network performance evaluation
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the students should
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understand the principles and limitations of different radio access techniques in mobile communication networks, from first to fourth generation
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understand the key components and protocols of cellular core networks from circuit-switched to packet-switched and towards all-IP
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have knowledge of the major trends and technologies for next generation cellular networks
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have knowledge of performance evaluation of existing and future mobile networking technologies
Examination requirements
Students must pass the compulsory assignments in order to take the examination. Information about compulsory assignments will be given in Canvas at the start of the course.
Teaching methods
Lectures, compulsory exercises, and self-study. Work load for the average student is approximately 200 hours.
Evaluation
The study programme manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.
Offered as Single Standing Module
Yes. Subject to availability or capacity.Assessment methods and criteria
Written examination, 4 hours. Graded assessment.
Reduction of Credits
This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:
| Course | Reduction of Credits |
|---|---|
| IKT428 – Mobile Communication Networks | 5 |