IPLUSO 23525

Mobile Networks

• ApresentaçãoPresentation

  The objectives of this unit focus on understanding the structure of a cellular network and the functions performed by the different functional blocks. The operation of some local area network protocols is also studied. Students acquire skills in simulating cellular systems, studying their performance under different propagation scenarios. The unit also includes the development of applications for next-generation cellular networks.
• ProgramaProgramme

  Fundamental concepts in mobile communications networks 2G / GSM - Global System for Mobile communications 2.5G / GPRS - General Packet Radio Service and Enhanced Data rates for Global Evolution (EDGE) 3G / UMTS - Universal Mobile Telecommunications System and radio aspects WCDMA 3.5G / HSPA - HSDPA and HSUPA 4G / LTE - Long Term Evolution and LTE advanced 5G Evolution - Aspects of the 5G radio interface
• ObjectivosObjectives

  Students who successfully complete this course will be able to: (1) Describe the main problems and constraints in various mobile communication technologies; (2) Explore the advantages and limitations of different radio access networks; (3) Explain the mechanisms for supporting mobility and radio resource management in cellular networks; (4) Analyze the performance of the different handover, roaming, and location update management algorithms used in mobile networks. (5) Develop and propose new solutions to problems encountered in mobile networks through the study of different mobile communication protocols and networks.
• BibliografiaBibliography

  Theodore S. Rappaport.  “Wireless communications – principles and practice”. Prentice Hall. 2001. Siegmund Redl, Mathias Weber, Malcolm Oliphant . “GSM and Personal Communications Handbook” Artech House Books, 1998 Harri Holma, Antti Toskala, Pablo Tapia, “HSPA+ Evolution to Release 12: Performance and Optimization 1st Edition”, Wiley. 2014 Harri Holma, Antti Toskala, “LTE for UMTS: Evolution to LTE-Advanced 2nd Edition”, Wiley. 2011 Afif Osseiran, “5G Mobile and Wireless Communications Technology 1st Edition”, Cambridge University Presss, 2016   
• MetodologiaMethodology

  The teaching methodology is based on theoretical and practical classes, using application examples and practical cases. Additionally, students develop practical work. The class is organized into working groups of 2 or 3 students, so that in the practical sessions they are confronted with problems where they seek their solution and implementation. The theoretical-practical classes provide the theoretical concepts and theoretical and practical tools for solving the proposed problems associated with each of the systems listed in the course program. Learning outcomes (1) to (5) are assessed individually through a written exam. Results (2) to (5) are also assessed during the practical work. The final grade is obtained by taking the weighted average of the exam and group work scores: NC = 0.6*Test + 0.4*Practical work.
• LínguaLanguage

  Português
• TipoType

  Semestral
• ECTS

  3
• NaturezaNature

  Mandatory
• EstágioInternship

  Não