Course Overview
Did you know that 5G NR is the 5th generation of mobile communication where NR implies New Radio access technology for mobile networks? Research demonstrates that advanced signal processing techniques, including those used in 5G systems, require specialized training to ensure successful implementation and optimization. This reality underscores the critical importance of specialized training in 5G NR to navigate the complex technical landscape of next-generation wireless networks.
Our comprehensive 5G NR Physical Layer Overview and Simulations Course equips professionals with the skills needed to understand 5G NR system architecture, implement physical layer technologies, and optimize network performance, transforming telecommunications knowledge into competitive advantage for measurable business impact.
Why This Course Is Required?
5G NR Physical Layer training is essential for telecommunications professionals to navigate the complex technical landscape of next-generation wireless networks, where 5G deployment is accelerating globally with significant economic and technological implications. The complexity of 5G NR physical layer design, including advanced technologies like massive MIMO, beamforming, and network slicing, requires specialized training to ensure successful implementation and optimization.
Without proper understanding of 5G NR fundamentals, organizations risk suboptimal network performance, increased deployment costs, and missed opportunities in the rapidly evolving telecommunications market. Since 5G NR is growing in importance and is the need of today, this training course empowers professionals with the required skillset and capabilities to implement it and to efficiently fulfill higher roles and responsibilities, thus enhancing career growth and progression.
Research demonstrates that advanced signal processing techniques, including those used in 5G systems, require specialized training to ensure successful implementation and optimization.
Course Objectives
The main objective of this 5G NR Physical Layer Overview and Simulations training program is to empower professionals with:
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of the basic concepts of 5G NR
- The requisite skillset and capabilities to introduce, implement and successfully manage 5G NR technology
- The confidence and knowledge base to train fellow professionals on 5G NR
- The capability and confidence to secure a competitive edge for one’s organisation in the 5G NR market space
Master the future of wireless communications and drive 5G innovation—enroll today to become an expert in 5G NR technology!
Training Methodology
This collaborative 5G NR Physical Layer Overview and Simulations Course employs a comprehensive and dynamic learning approach designed to maximize engagement and practical application. The methodology combines theoretical knowledge delivery with hands-on experiential learning to ensure participants can immediately apply concepts to their business environments.
The training framework includes:
- Lectures
- Seminars & Presentations
- Group Discussions
- Assignments
- Case Studies & Functional Exercises
This immersive approach fosters collaborative learning through peer interaction, group problem-solving, and knowledge sharing among participants from diverse telecommunications backgrounds. The methodology emphasizes practical skill development over theoretical memorization, ensuring participants leave with immediately applicable tools and strategies. Regular feedback sessions and progress evaluations help reinforce learning and address individual challenges.
Zoe Talent Solutions follows the ‘Do-Review-Learn-Apply’ model, creating a structured learning journey that transforms 5G NR knowledge into technological innovation through systematic practice and implementation.
Who Should Attend?
- Senior management of a telecom/software/services organisation who play a key role in financial and technology-related decisions for the organisation and who need to understand the prospect of 5G NR
- Technical advisors and managers responsible for providing strategic guidance and inputs to their teams on 5G NR implementation
- End-users of certain 5G NR platforms who need to know how to best utilise the technology to derive the best results
- Any other professional who would like to know more about 5G NR fundamentals
Organizational Benefits
By professionals undertaking this 5G NR Physical Layer Overview and Simulations course, their organisations will derive the following benefits:
- Experienced and trained professionals to effectively introduce and manage 5G NR within the organisation
- Free and regular training of other employees working with sophisticated, and advanced financial tools and technologies for greater efficiency
- Development and enhancement in current processes to make them leaner
- Increased organisational efficiency and growth
- Competitive advantage in the 5G NR market space
- Application of advanced concepts and techniques of 5G NR in the organisation
- Better client satisfaction, leading to increased organisational growth
- Leaner operations and hence reduced costs
- More investments because of better risk assessment and management
Organizations investing in 5G NR Physical Layer training achieve substantial advantages including enhanced network performance, accelerated deployment timelines, and cost optimization. Studies show that proper understanding of advanced signal processing can improve system efficiency significantly, while organizations with trained personnel can reduce 5G network deployment timelines through better understanding of RF planning, optimization techniques, and troubleshooting procedures.
Empower your organization with 5G NR expertise—enroll your team today and see the transformation in network performance and competitive advantage!
Personal Benefits
Professionals enrolling for this 5G NR Physical Layer Overview and Simulations course will derive the following benefits:
- Detailed understanding and knowledge of 5G NR
- Increased awareness of advanced techniques and concepts related to 5G NR
- Increased ability and capability to not only introduce 5G NR in one’s organisation but also successfully manage it for optimal results
- Enhanced perspective and foresight to predict challenges and hindrances and act upon these to prevent adverse effects on the growth prospects of the organisation
- Greater capability, skill, and experience to undertake critical roles and responsibilities related to 5G NR and ensure a positive impact on the growth of the organisation, in turn demonstrating one’s potential and talent, cultivating career growth and progression
- Increased knowledge, experience, and confidence to achieve a competitive advantage for one’s organisation in the 5G NR market through the application of advanced techniques and strategies
Course Outline
The course covers the following areas important to understand 5G NR Fundamentals:
Module 1: Introduction to 5G Technology
- 5G Evolution
- Architecture
- Air Interface and Physical Layer
- Difference between LTE and 5G protocol stack
Module 2: Radio Protocols
- RRC sub layer
- Initial access procedure with minimum latency
- Network procedure of 5G radio access
- 5G RLC PDCP
Module 3: 5G Architecture – E2E
- 5G Architecture E2E – NSA and SA
- Interface with Wi-Fi and adaptability
- 5G core network
- Service based architecture
Module 4: Network Virtualization/Containerized Network Functions, Architecture & Operations
- NFV Architecture
- Use Cases
- NFV in 5G Core and Access Network
- Why Kubernetes is important for the Telco 5G journey?
Module 5: Network Slicing
- Dividing physical resources into logical networks
- Network slice data model –
- NSSAI
- Slice instances
- Slice selection
- Network Slicing for different use cases
Module 6: 5G System QoS
- QoS Flows in PDU Sessions
- 5G QoS parameters
- QoS handling in gNB, UE, and UPF
- Difference in Network Slicing and QoS
- Roaming in 5G
Module 7: 5G NR Radio Designing and Planning
- 5G Spectrum
- Performance Targets
- Low, Mid, High Spectrum
- 5G RF Planning Considerations
- Propagation Characteristics and Models
- Inputs to RF Designs
- Link Budget
- UL and DL Link budget
- Massive MIMO and Beamforming
- Beamforming Techniques
- MIMO Techniques in 5G NR
- What is Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS)?
- Why is it significant and what are the benefits?
- What is ISS (Instant Spectrum Sharing) and difference with DSS?
Module 8: 5G NR Radio Designing and Planning Contd.
- 5G NR Frame Structure and Numerology
- Frame Structure Enhancements
- 5G NR Parameter Relationships
- 5G NR Simulations
- Coverage
- Capacity simulations
- 5G NR Planning tool
Module 9: C-RAN
- Requirement of disaggregated RAN
- Advantages to OpCos
- O-RAN
- C-RAN
- V-RAN
Module 10: C-RAN contd.
- Architecture options:
- gNB Central Units & Distributed Unit
- gNB-CU User Plane & Control Plane separation
- Interfaces and Application protocols
- Baseband dimensioning and VNF planning
- Difference, strategy, and business cases
Module 11: 5G NR Optimization
- 5G Call flows – With Signalling and Procedure
- Accessibility Analysis
- Retainability Analysis
- Throughput and Latency Analysis
- Mobility and Handover Analysis
- 5G gNB Layer 3 analysis
- Drive test, field measurements, and tools set up
- 5G KPIs definitions and troubleshooting
Module 12: 5G System Security
- 3GPP 5G Security Architecture & Domains
- 5G Security requirements and features
- Security procedures of 5G and UE network functions
- EAP framework in 5G
- 5G keys
- Key hierarchy
- Key derivation
- Distribution scheme
- Security in non-3GPP access to 5G network
- Security procedures in UE and external data networks using 5G Network
- Security aspects of (NEF) – Network Exposure Function
- Understanding E2E protocol security with real field and 3GPP examples
Real World Examples
The impact of 5G NR Physical Layer training is evident in leading telecommunications implementations:
- Ericsson AB (Global Telecommunications Equipment, Sweden)
Implementation: Developed comprehensive 5G NR training programs for engineers covering physical layer design, massive MIMO implementation, and network optimization, training thousands of professionals globally.
Results: Achieved faster 5G deployment cycles for customers and reduced network optimization time through improved technical expertise and standardized procedures. - Verizon Communications Inc. (Telecommunications, USA)
Implementation: Invested heavily in 5G NR training for network engineers, focusing on mmWave deployment, beamforming optimization, and network slicing implementation across urban markets.
Results: Successfully deployed 5G Ultra Wideband in multiple cities, achieving high-speed performance through skilled workforce development. - Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (Global Technology, South Korea)
Implementation: Established 5G NR research and training centers, developing expertise in advanced antenna systems, network virtualization, and end-to-end 5G solutions for global markets.
Results: Secured significant 5G contracts globally and achieved substantial market share in 5G infrastructure through technical innovation and skilled engineering teams.
Be inspired by industry leaders—register now to build the 5G NR skills your organization needs for telecommunications excellence!
