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Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for employees of mobile network operators who need to understand the principles of signalling in mobile networks, including an in-depth view of selected topics.

 

Course Scope

  1. Introduction to Signalling.
    • Overview of GSM and 3G Architecture.
    • Node Functions.
    • Protocols and their Roles.
    • Interfaces and Protocols in GSM/UMTS.
  2. "Classical" Signalling Transport.
    • MTPL1 - L3.
    • SCCP (addressing, routing).
  3. Call Control Protocols.
    • ISUP.
    • BICC.
    • H.248 (MeGaCo).
  4. ATM Bearer Control.
    • Overview of ATM/AAL2/AAL5.
    • Q.2630.x (for ALCAP).
  5. SIGTRAN (Signalling Transport).
    • Short Summary of TCP/IP.
    • SCTP Protocol - features and procedures.
    • Architecture and Application of M2UA, M2PA, M3UA, and SUA.
    • Overview M2UA, M2PA, SUA/ISUA.
    • M3UA in detail.
  6. IP Bearer Control.
    • IPBCP.
    • SDP.
  7. Mobile Services.
    • Summary of TCAP.
    • MAP Protocol - interfaces and messages.
  8. Traffic Cases from the Perspective of MAP.
    • Attach/Authentication.
    • Call Setup.
    • Inter-MSC Handover.
    • Intra-MSC Handover.
    • Handover between 2G and 3G.
  9. Summary of Intelligent Network Architecture and INAP.
    • CAMEL standardisation and call models.
    • RAN/MS Signalling.
    • DTAP.
    • BSSAP.
    • RANAP.
  10. UMTS Services (selection).
    • IMS System.
    • SIP Protocol Overview.
  11. VoIP Usage in Mobile Networks.
    • Architecture.
    • Call Setup Procedures.

Course Objectives

This extensive five-day training provides a unique overview of the signalling protocols that dominate the architecture of contemporary mobile networks. Presented in an easy-to-follow and logical order, during this course we discuss concepts ranging from basic Signalling System No. 7 protocols with a focus on specific user parts and signalling transport in ATM and IP infrastructure (including SIGTRAN), to the specialised protocols used in setting up bearers for multi-rate applications. Supplemented with a series of challenging exercises based on real network scenarios, this training is a great way to obtain an in-depth understanding of signalling concepts.

 

Prerequisites

The participants must be familiar with the basics of mobile networks and their services. Knowledge of transfer technology such as TDM, ATM and IP is recommended.

 

Training Structure

Five-day training divided into logical sessions.

 

Methodology

Instructor-led training.

Good direct connection between course material and real problems.

Mr. Alex Konstantopoulos, Cosmote, GR

Many different people from different operators can share their problems and ideas.

Mr. Omar El-Fiky, Vodafone Egypt

This course will be very useful in my daily work.

Mr. Leopoldino Ferreira, Unitel Angola

A good approach to a complex problem.

Ms. Horia Catrinoiu, Vodafone RO

Course covers all important issues and presents relevant examples.

Mr. Mohamed Kamel, Vodafone Egypt

Unique training covering the most important areas of my work.

Mr. Eldar Mursaqulov, Azercell

Excellent knowledge from the trainer.

Ms. Catherine Barman, Swisscom

Professional, high-quality trainer.

Mr. Gagik Shatveryan, Vivacell

Excellent course and instructor.

Mr. Nikolay Suetin, Beeline Russia

Trainer understands local market experience.

Mr. Andrew Sweetman, Wataniya

Everyone gets individual attention from the trainer.

Ms. Inga Tomsone, Tele2 Latvia

Very effective training methods.

Ms. Erjona Xhemali, AMC Albania

I am very impressed with the trainer's knowledge and experience.

Mr. Mouin Al Saghir, Vivacell

Good class notes and great examples.

Mr. Ghaffar Masood, Mobilink Pakistan

Seminar entirely for Telecommunication operators. A lot of issues covered.

Ms. Pinelopi Tragoudara, Vodafone GR

The trainer is capable of answering all my questions.

Ms. Ana Gheorghe, Vodafone RO

Excellent methodology of teaching. Simple and easy to understand training.

Mr. Arben Shabani, PTK Kosovo

Trainer adapted to the expectations of the audience.

Mr. Antoine Blanchet, Monaco Telecom

Trainer was able to answer practical questions.

Mr. Daniel Krolikowski, Play Poland

Experienced trainer. Excellent descriptions.

Mr. Ahmad Doar, Mobily, KSA

Deep and detailed topic analysis.

Mr. Mohamed Sabry, Vodafone Egypt

The course covers all the impacted areas.

Ms. Gratia Scanteie, Vodafone, RO

I can proudly recommend these courses for others as well.

Mr. Tarvo Jammer, Elisa Estonia

Highly professional trainer with lots of practical experience. Friendly and open.

Ms. Olga Rudnicka, Tele2 Latvia

The whole course was very valuable.

Mr. Sayyid Ali, Dhiraagu Maldives

Really practical and very fruitful training.

Mr. Niroj Raya, NCell Nepal

Good logical structure of the course and explanation.

Ms. Elena Shevtsova, Beeline, KZ

Great teacher with deep knowledge and experience.

Mr. Philippe Wrzecionek, TATA

Excellent, knowledgeable trainer, open to communication.

Mr. Dmitrii Kropotov, Tele2 Russia

The course exceeded my expectations. Hats off!

Mr. Adnan Syed, Mobily

Amazing, more than excellent, audience-oriented trainer.

Mr. Evgeniy Dmitriev, Astelit Ukraine

Training was above expectations!

Mr. Ariel Haxhiu, Eagle Mobile, AL

Perfect course.

Mr. Arseniy Mazanik, Beeline Russia

Trainer understands local market experience.

Mr. Andrew Sweetman, Wataniya

The best training ever.

Mr. Timur Zagretdinov, MTT Russia

Excellent exercises!

Mr. Muhammad Ali, Mobilink Pakistan

Training provides useful methods to analyze real protocols.

Mr. Seema Karn, NCell Nepal

Regardless of technology I received theoretical and practical answers.

Mr. Kosta Pribić, T-Mobile Croatia

A lot of useful materials and knowledge.

Mr. Shukhrat Khaydar, UCell

Very well organized training programmes.

Mr. Mihnea Teodorescu, Cosmote, RO

I feel like the trainer is the best professor and mentor one can have.

Ms. Ledia Meici, AMC Albania

Experienced trainer. Real cases with references to recommendations.

Mr. David Curkan, T-Mobile Croatia

More than excellent course!

Ms. Inessa Mijiferjyan, Vivacell

Very clear explanations.

Ms. Tatyana Krasyuk, Life Ukraine

The training is completely excellent.

Mr. Philipp Korostelev, Beeline Moscow

Trainers have passion to teach & impart knowledge.

Mr. Kanchan Chitrakar, Ncell Nepal

The training exceeded my expectations.

Ms. Irida Gjashta, AMC Albania

A clear picture of GSM switching and signalling.

Ms. Anette Chale, mCel Mozambique

Overwhelming knowledge and expertise. Interactive and enjoyable learning.

Mr. Ashish Shrestha, NCell Nepal

Trainer is open for comments and discussion.

Ms. Natalya Nerubenko, Life Ukraine

I received a lot of useful information which I use in my work every day.