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    Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
    EnglishSelf Study, Virtual Classroom, Campus Based/Physical ClassroomVideo and Text Based

    Course Overview

    The PG Level Advanced Certification Programme in 5G Technologies with AI and Cloud course is provided online by the Indian Institute of Science. This provides all the enrolled professionals with the understanding of in-depth knowledge of 5G technologies. The candidates get to explore different 5G technologies that will help in AI or cloud development. Also, the candidates can either choose the 9 months or the 6 months online executive course to strengthen their learnings.

    With the PG Level Advanced Certification Programme in 5G Technologies with AI and Cloud training the candidates will be able to apply, then analyze, and finally, evaluate the learning so that they can increase their deep expertise in the field of 5G. Moreover, the candidates shall become alumni of one of the top-ranking institutions IISc which will open up great opportunities in the long run.

    The Highlights

    • Live interactive sessions
    • 9 or 6 months executive course
    • Campus visits to IISc
    • Taught by IISc Faculty
    • Course delivery is online

    Programme Offerings

    • Campus Visit
    • Sessions with experts
    • Case Studies
    • Projects
    • Self-learning Content
    • 2 Programme options

    Courses and Certificate Fees

    Certificate AvailabilityCertificate Providing Authority
    yesIISc Bangalore

    Eligibility Criteria

    Work experience

    The technical working background of the candidate is a must.

    Certification Qualifying Details

    Once all the requirements including assessments, and evaluations are completed the students will be getting the PG Level Advanced Certification Programme in 5G Technologies with AI and Cloud by IISc.

    What you will learn

    Knowledge of Artificial Intelligence

    After the PG Level Advanced Certification Programme in 5G Technologies with AI and Cloud syllabus, the students will be learning:

    • Understand and also learn to apply different applications of 5G
    • Understanding the different key business areas that are responsible for 5G solution building
    • Finally, the candidates will be building and running the 5G system.

    Who it is for

    The PG Level Advanced Certification Programme in 5G Technologies with AI and Cloud course is ideal for


    Admission Details

    To get admission to the PG Level Advanced Certification Programme in 5G Technologies with AI and Cloud classes, the students can follow these steps: 

    Step 1: Follow the official URL: https://iisc.talentsprint.com/5g/index.html

    Step 2: Start by taking the help of a relationship manager for application to the programme.

    Step 3: Then the final selection will be based on certain criteria set by IISc.

    Step 4: After selection joining the programme is possible.

    The Syllabus

    About the course and coverage
    Back to basics
    • Revisit Cellular communication systems
    • Basics of Cellular architecture, the need for cell structure
    • Ingredients of Mobile communications and Cellular fundamentals
    Mobile communications and evolution (2G to 5G)
    Spectrum for Mobile communication, Cell planning and concept of frequency reuse
    Packet data networks in the light of cellular communication
    5G Network
    • 5G Terminology
    • Principles of 5GNR architecture and operation
    • Specific interfaces that support split architecture models
    5G Network elements and system overview
    • Elements of RAN and Core network
    • Deployment models – SA and NSA
    • Dual connectivity models
    • Network slicing
    • Network management fundamentals

    Standards revisited
    • 3GPP standards and release numbers and significance
    • Overview of FR1 and FR2 standards
    • Physical and access layer standards
    The 5G Technology – Theory
    • 5G NR PHY layer: PHY layer fundamentals and design discussion, Frame and slot structure, Resource
    • blocks, Frequency bands, Numerology and Resource Block
    • 5G Scheduler explained: High-level Principles of MAC layer design, MAC scheduler models and
    • 5G design
    • Radio Resource Control state machine
    • Transmission modes in 5G
    • Basics of digital modulation techniques employed in 5G system
    • Coding schemes
    • CODECs used in 5G at gNodeB and UE
    Assignment-I: Study of network elements and submit an assignment Study and prepare a report on the selected activity from the following options
    • TOPIC1: Data connection from a GPRS network to 5G
    • TOPIC2: List of Control plane protocols and 5G control plane model
    • TOPIC3: Call setup model in 5G NR
    • TOPIC4: Signal dynamics and user connection handling on cell-edge scenario

    Opensource 5G/4G systems
    • Opensource platforms - OAI RAN and SRS-RAN
    • Practical 5G - Building blocks of OAI: Architecture of gNodeB stack, Architecture of UE stack
    • OAI supported hardware and instructions to configure and use with host systems
    The 5G implementation
    • 5G implementation using OAI codebase as reference
    • Functionality map to the file/functional level against standards
    • Threading architecture used in OAI implementation
    5G Technology – Practical session
    • Demonstrate the MAC/PHY operation using OAI - Run the OAI system with different MCS values using RFSIM
    5G Case Study – 1:
    • Define the case study structure
    • Participants pick a topic from the given list, prepare and present
    Quiz/Test - A short quiz on 5G general principles and PHY understanding
    Hardware and Tools - Practical session
    • Connect the system using RFSIM or B210/X310 with SMA cables and with antennas, run the system with different MCS values and check the data throughput against the theoretical calculations
    Principles of SDRs and drivers – Concept of Split-8 architecture
    • Principles of DAC/ADC operation
    • Sampling and re-sampling of signals
    • Introduction to the hardware platforms, FPGAs and design of drivers
    5G Procedures
    • NAS procedures
    • RRC procedures
    • UE procedures
    • Connection and Mobility management
    • Physical layer procedures for data handling
    OAI simulators - Practical session/ Demonstration of simulators usage
    • Design principles and usage of simulators in OAI 16.2
    • gNB sim, RFSIMULATOR, Channel simulators, PHYSIM
    • Run the OAI system with selected set of simulators (Assignment)
    Introduction to O-RAN
    • Why O-RAN?
    • Components of O-RAN system
    • Architecture framework and interfaces/libraries
    • Acceleration technologies – DPDK fundamentals
    Run the 5G OAI system in the lab – Practical session
    • Observe the constellation using RFSIM
    • Repeat the experiment with B210/X310
    5G Case Study – 2: On selected RAN architecture by participant groups. Participants can select topic of their interest, relevant to the 5G system. Prepare and present.
    Code level practical hands-on session
    Run the 5G system using RFSIM or SDR in the lab - change the modulation scheme, build the code and run the system
    5G Case Study – 3: Instructor presents the V2X system
    Practical hands-on session - Run the 5G system with core network
    Case Study – 4: One any selected topic by participant groups
    • TOPIC1: extended Reality in 5G
    • TOPIC2: IoT applications (Any 2 per group)

    Role of AI/ML models in 5G (Guest lecture)
    . Into the future generations – Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS)
    • Principles, fundamentals, limitations, and research trends in RIS

    Quiz/Test - On 5G general principles and design/implementation of PHY
    An open day in 5G Lab all wings and graduation ceremony
    • FR1-FR2 integration demo
    • Demonstration of VLC systems subject to feasibility at that point in time
    • V2X demo subject to feasibility at that point in time

    AI/ML applications for network management
    • 5G RAN Network deployment in cloud – typical scenarios
    • Fundamental Concepts of RIC and RAN management and use of XAPPs
    Cloud-enabled AI-based 5G applications
    • Healthcare
    • Vehicle to Infrastructure V2X
    • Smart cities
    • Industry 4.0
    • Agriculture applications
    • Autonomous navigation – UAV/UGV

    Instructors

    IISc Bangalore Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

    1: Is the programme approved by the HRD ministry?

    Yes, the HRD ministry has approved this course. 

    2: What will be the timing for which the learning material can be accessed?

    From the day the programme commences, the candidates will be allowed access for 1 whole year to the course learning materials. 

    3: Is the PG Level Advanced Certification Programme in 5G Technologies with AI and Cloud fee transferrable?

    The course fee under any situation will not be transferred or refunded to any student

    4: Should the applying students require any laptop of their own to learn this course?

    If someone has an interest in learning the course online then they must have to have a laptop from which they can access everything.

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