IPLUSO 14692

Telecommunications Systems

• ApresentaçãoPresentation

  In this course, it is essential to provide students with basic knowledge of telecommunications principles and infrastructures. In this sense, the natural learning sequence involves understanding access architectures and technologies, progressively evolving to more complex transmission and service integration systems.
• ProgramaProgramme

  1. Telecommunications architectures and networks 1.1 Structure of fixed networks 1.2 Switching fundamentals 1.3 Telephone networks and the evolution of the fixed network 2. Multiplexing and digital hierarchies 2.1 PCM trunk and multitram 2.2 Plesiochronous Digital Hierarchy (PDH) 2.3 Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH) 2.4 Advantages and protection mechanisms 3. Access networks and broadband 3.1Copper pair transmission technologies (xDSL) 3.2Copper pair access architectures 3.3Installation, operation and maintenance of xDSL equipment 4. Optical access networks 4.1 Introduction to GPON networks 5. ATM networks 5.1 Characteristics of ATM services 5.2 Packaging and signaling 6. Satellite communications 6.1 Building blocks of a satellite system 6.2 Types of orbits and frequency bands 6.3 Services supported by satellite 7. Voice over IP (VoIP) 7.1 Solutions and associated protocols 7.2 Planning and implementing VoIP solutions    
• ObjectivosObjectives

  Specialized knowledge of communications and telecommunications networks. Identify anomalies in telecommunications systems Carry out preventive and corrective measures and maintenance on telecommunications systems
• BibliografiaBibliography

  Haykin, S. (1989). An Introduction to Analog and Digital Communications. John Wiley & Sons. Bingham, J. A. (2000). ADSL, VDSL, and Multicarrier Modulation. John Wiley & Sons. Maral, G., & Bousquet, M. (s.d.). Satellite Communications Systems: Systems, Techniques and Technology. John Wiley & Sons. Toledo, A. P. (s.d.). Redes de Acesso em Telecomunicações. Makron Books. Salema, C. (1998). Feixes Hertezianos, Radiopropagação. IST Press, Instituto Superior Técnico.  
• MetodologiaMethodology

  Provision of study material in digital format, including presentations, exercises and videos Use of specialized software for simulation and analysis of telecommunications networks and systems (e.g. Wireshark, Packet Tracer, MATLAB). Practical exploration with real equipment, such as the H30 field meter, for analyzing RF signals and evaluating quality of service in access networks. Case studies and solving real problems, promoting critical thinking and the practical application of concepts. Project-oriented group work, focusing on the integration of access technologies, transmission and services.    
• LínguaLanguage

  Português
• TipoType

  Semestral
• ECTS

  5
• NaturezaNature

  Mandatory
• EstágioInternship

  Não