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GSM R9 Competence Solutions

Catalog of Course Descriptions

INSTRUCTOR LED TRAINING ................................................................................. 7

APG 40 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE .................................................................... 7

APZ 212 30/33 DELTA ...................................................................................................... 9

AUTOMATED O&M USING OPS .................................................................................... 11

AXE 810 DELTA, HANDS-ON......................................................................................... 13

FAULT MANAGEMENT ON-SITE WORKSHOP............................................................. 15

GSM ADVANCED CELL PLANNING .............................................................................. 17

GSM ADVANCED SYSTEM TECHNIQUE ...................................................................... 21

GSM BSC OPERATION .................................................................................................. 25

GSM BSS CONFIGURATION USING OSS..................................................................... 29

GSM BSS INTEGRATION FOR FIELD MAINTENANCE ................................................ 31

GSM BSS R9.1 DELTA ................................................................................................... 33

GSM CELL PLANNING PRINCIPLES 1.......................................................................... 35

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GSM CELL PLANNING PRINCIPLES 2.......................................................................... 39

GSM CELL PLANNING WORKSHOP............................................................................. 43

GSM CHARGING OPERATION....................................................................................... 47

GSM CORE NETWORK DELTA, R9.1 ............................................................................ 49

GSM CORE NETWORK MAINTENANCE ....................................................................... 53

GSM DATA TRANSCRIPT .............................................................................................. 55

GSM FNR OPERATION................................................................................................... 59

GSM HLR OPERATION................................................................................................... 61

GSM IN-BUILDING SOLUTIONS .................................................................................... 63

GSM LMU IMPLEMENTATION & MAINTENANCE ........................................................ 65

GSM MAINTENANCE MSC/BSC EXTENDED................................................................ 67

GSM MAXITE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE ........................................................ 69

GSM MSC/VLR OPERATION.......................................................................................... 71

GSM NETWORK PLANNING - CORE NETWORK ......................................................... 73

GSM NETWORK PLANNING - NODE HARDWARE DIMENSIONING........................... 75

GSM NETWORK PLANNING – TRANSMISSION........................................................... 77

GSM NETWORK SURVEILLANCE ................................................................................. 81

GSM OPERATION HANDLING IN MSC/BSC ................................................................. 83

GSM OSS CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENT ON-SITE WORKSHOP......................... 87

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GSM OSS DELTA R9.1 ................................................................................................... 89

GSM OSS NETWORK OPTIMIZERS .............................................................................. 91

GSM OSS NETWORK STATISTICS ............................................................................... 95

GSM OSS R9 ON SITE INTRODUCTION ....................................................................... 99

GSM OSS R9 SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION I................................................................ 103

GSM OSS R9 SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION II............................................................... 107

GSM R9 FEATURE OVERVIEW.................................................................................... 109

GSM R9 RADIO NETWORK FEATURES DELTA......................................................... 113

GSM RADIO NETWORK FEATURES ........................................................................... 115

GSM RADIO NETWORK TUNING................................................................................. 119

GSM RBS 2000 MAINTENANCE EXTENDED.............................................................. 123

GSM RBS 2102/2202 MAINTENANCE ......................................................................... 125

GSM RBS 2206/2106 SITE MAINTENANCE................................................................. 127

GSM RBS 2202 CONFIGURATION AND EXPANSION................................................ 131

GSM RBS 2206/2106 TEST AND MAINTENANCE DELTA.......................................... 133

GSM SGSN-G GGSN DELTA........................................................................................ 135

GSM SIGNALING IN THE CORE NETWORK............................................................... 137

GSM STATISTICS INTRODUCTION ............................................................................. 139

GSM SYSTEM INTRODUCTION ................................................................................... 141

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GSM SYSTEM SURVEY................................................................................................ 143

GSM TEMS CELL PLANNER USER............................................................................. 147

NWS ON-SITE WORKSHOP ......................................................................................... 149

RNO ON-SITE WORKSHOP.......................................................................................... 151

USING THE FMX TOOL ................................................................................................ 153

WEB BASED LEARNING....................................................................................... 155

GSM SYSTEM SURVEY................................................................................................ 155

GSM TRAFFIC CASES.................................................................................................. 157

STREAMING VIDEOS ............................................................................................. 159

AMR, ADAPTIVE MULTI-RATE CODEC (SV) .............................................................. 159

AXE 810 (SV)................................................................................................................. 160

CAMEL (SV)................................................................................................................... 161

EDGE AND EGPRS (SV)............................................................................................... 162

GSM, GPRS AND EDGE SUBSCRIBER SERVICES (SV) ........................................... 163

GSM-WCDMA INTERWORKING (SV) .......................................................................... 164

GSN-G 3.0 (SV).............................................................................................................. 165

INTRODUCTION TO GSM R9 FEATURES (SV) ........................................................... 166

MULTI-BAND NETWORKS- GSM 800/900/1800/1900 (SV)......................................... 167

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INTRODUCTION

Ericsson has developed an extensive competence development learning portfolio to satisfy the competence needs of our customers in all situations and at all times – from exploring business opportunities, to expertise required for operating a network. The training has been developed to offer clearly defined, yet flexible training paths to target specific technical and business areas within your organization using blended learning – from traditional classroom teaching (instructor led), to learning off the web for efficient, cost effective and highly successful results.

The GSM R9 training catalog is designed to build up competence when moving into this new technology.

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Instructor Led Training

APG 40 Operation and Maintenance LZU 108 5870 R1A

Description This course concentrates on the operational tasks when working with the APG 40 (Adjunct Processor Group).

The APG 40 is included as the I/O system in all Ericsson major system solutions such as ENGINE (Ericsson Next Generation Network Solution), UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunications System) and GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications).

Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1. Describe APG 40 hardware and software

2. Use Telnet, WinFiol and PcAnywhere to log on to AP (Adjunct Processor) remotely

3. Explain the alarm system

4. Backup and restore the AP

5. Perform a function change

6. Describe different repair procedures

7. Use the General Output Handler

8. Explain the concept of AD (Alphanumeric Device)

9. Perform a CP (Central Processor) backup to CP File on APG 40

10. Perform an initial load of CP from APG 40

Target audience The target audience for this course is Operation and Maintenance personnel that operate the APG 40 within different system solutions.

Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with the AXE in general and windows NT from an office environment.

Duration and class size The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 8.

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Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led lessons with practical exercises

Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate.

Day Short description of the topics in the course Estimated time

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APZ 212 30/33 Delta LZU 108 1446 R1B

Description This course describes the differences between the APZ 212 20 and the APZ 212 30/33, both in hardware and in functionality.

Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1. Describe the hardware structure of APZ 212 30/33 2. Describe the new functions of APZ 212 30/33 3. Name and explain the new commands.

Target audience The target audience for this course is: All personnel working with installing, replacement or trouble-shooting on APZ 212 30/33. Prerequisites The participant should be familiar with the handling of older APZ 212 versions.

Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is 12.

Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led lessons in the classroom and practical exercises on an APZ 212 33. The following equipment is required:

An APZ 212 30 or 33 connected to an IOG with two terminals (AT’s). Each terminal must have Winfiol and appropriate ALEX databases installed.

Time schedule

The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate.


Not currently available

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Automated O&M using OPS LZU 108 5149 R1A

Description This course covers the Operation Procedure Support (OPS) tool functions within an OSS system (GSM / TDMA / WCDMA / Synergizer / XM / Multi Service Network). The main focus is to explain how to use OPS to create, edit and debug command files for advanced command handling. In a safe training environment, students are guided through structured exercises, where mistakes are turned into a learning situation instead of network problems.

Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1. Describe and use OPS both as a development tool and part of an expert system 1.1. Run Command Files using Command Handling Application and OPS 1.2. Edit existing Command Files 1.3. Create and debug Command Files 1.4. Set up properties for the user interface in OPS 1.5. Use the special functions in OPS for editing and debugging 2. Describe and use the Command File Language (CFL) used to develop Command Files in

OPS 2.1. Describe how CFL is used in the Command Files 2.2. Explain the purpose of using CFL 2.3. Structure Command Files, using the commands in CFL for flow control 2.4. Use the functions in CFL for advanced Command File execution, such as: variable

substitution, user input/output, analysing of responses and logging of the communication 2.5. Use the graphical tools in CFL, such as: menu windows, forms, input windows and comment

windows 3. Creating of advanced command files 3.1. Use all the different parts in OPS and CFL to solve complex problems 3.2. Use OPS in interaction with other OSS applications 3.3. Include Unix functionality in Command Files 3.4. Develop command files that allow a person, without detailed exchange knowledge, to

perform configuration in an exchange

Target audience The target audience for this course is Network operators who need a tool for creating advanced command files and others who need knowledge about OPS.

Prerequisites The student should have: • Good knowledge about telecommunication networks

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• Knowledge and experience of computer systems • Completed the SYNERGIZER Operation or OSS Operation course or have equivalent knowledge


Learning situation This course is based on instructor led lessons with practical exercises.

In order to perform the course on-site, the following prerequisites must be fulfilled:

• A system must be installed and running with full functionality.

• Root password must be given to the teacher upon arrival, or a system administrator must be available during preparation time and execution.

• One workstation per two students must be installed.

• Access to a classroom with whiteboard and overhead equipment.

• Access to a test exchange.

Time schedule



1 OPS Introduction 3 hours

Command File Language 3 hours

2 Command file language cont. 6 hours

3 OPS Tasks 6 hours

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AXE 810 Delta, Hands-on LZU 108 5412 R1A

Description This course focuses on how to configure and test the hardware. It provides a survey of the main differences, on a high level, between the older systems BYB 202 and HWM 1.3/1.4 (BYB 501). The course is aimed at both Ericsson staff and existing customers planning for updates and/or expansions using HWM 1.5.

Learning objectives On completion of this workshop the participants will be able to:

1. Describe the benefits of AXE HWM 1.5 1.1 Explain the market and drivers behind AXE HWM 1.5 1.2 Account for the differences in metrics such as floor space, power consumption and capacity 2. Describe the main improvements between HWM 1.3/1.4 and the new HWM 1.5. 2.1 Explain the main changes within APZ including APG40 2.2 Find and use new operational instructions and commands 2.3 Perform CP file handling on APG40 2.4 Perform test of CP functions 3. Describe functions for GEM, Generic Ericsson Module 3.1 Account for the main changes in APT 3.2 Describe the definitions in GEM 3.3 Configure the group switch using new parameters and operational instructions. 4. Localize hardware devices in AXE HWM 1.5. 5. Handle the AXD HWM .5, define GEM and the new GDMs, with focus on the new distributed

group switch. 5.1 Account for the main changes in Operation and Maintenance 5.2 Explain how extensions to existing sites based upon HWM 1.3/1.4 can be made. 5.3 Perform tests and function change related to in-service performance. 5.4 Give examples of node layouts and explain capacity for a number of model exchanges based

upon mobile and fixed lines applications 5.5 Explain configuration rules 6. Handle the APZ 11 and APZ 212 33.

Target audience The target audience for this course is: • Staff or suppliers of AXE, who need to handle AXE HWM 1.5 for example, support staff and

testers. • Customers who have AXE switches and are planning for network expansions or upgrades,

for example, operation and maintenance staff.

Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with HWM 1.3 or 1.4, both predecessors of AXE HWM 1.5.

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Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led lessons with practical exercises.

An exchange based upon AXE HWM 1.5 is needed. Maximum three students for one I/O Terminal. The terminals must be connected to an SPG as ATs and must have connection to APG40. The APG40 must be fully equipped and defined. The terminals must have WinFiol V6 and access to ALEX including the library for AXE810 HWM 1.5 and APG40.

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Fault Management On-Site Workshop LZU 108 5150 R2A

Description The course covers three aspects of Fault Management:

• Work Procedures

• Application handling

• System Administration and configuration

All three aspects are closely connected and will be covered in the Workshop, but to a varying degree. Prior to the Workshop or during the first day, it is important to identify which aspect(s) to focus on, since each customer is unique in terms of experience and needs.

Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to:

1 Describe the existing procedures regarding Fault Management 1.1 Tune and configure the relevant applications to ensure that the OSS is utilized in an optimized

way 2 Handle alarms and configure the way they are presented 2.1 Describe the process of receiving information for the alarm supervision in general, recognize an

AXE alarm text and know which information that is used for AXE supervision 2.2 Use the graphical alarm presentation, i.e. to interpret the different object symbols and take

appropriate action 2.3 Set up and use all available alarm presentation possibilities 2.4 Describe the internal checks and messages and their impact on the supervision of the network

element 2.5 State it is possible to change the ordinary translation of alarm information and that symbols may

be changed 2.6 Describe where and how FMX is used in the management system and Explain the purpose of

FMX 3 Describe the most common Fault Management system administration tasks 3.1 Describe how to maintain and administrate the system within the FM area 3.2 Use TBS processes 3.3 Describe the FMA database structure 3.4 Use Log Administration 3.5 Administer Alarm Text Routing Subscriptions 3.6 Configure GNIP/ASV and ALV 3.7 Use Information Model Instance Manager 3.8 Describe the procedure of troubleshooting on a basic level

Target audience This workshop is intended for NMC/OMC operators and system administrators working within the Fault Management area.

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Prerequisites The student should have attended:

GSM System Survey - LZU 108 852 or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 111 078)

GSM OSS Operation - LZU 108 5144

GSM OSS System Administration (for the relevant employees) - LZU 108 5298


Learning situation The course includes theoretical lectures as well as task oriented exercises using the GSM OSS system release R9.

Time schedule



1 • Inroduction 1 hour

• The Fault Management process 3 hours

• Application training 2 hours

2 • Application training 6 hours

3 • Application training 6 hours

4 • Fault Management Administration 6 hours

5 • Flexible 6 hours

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GSM Advanced Cell Planning LZU 108 5959 R1A

Description This course is designed to offer additional training to Cell Planning and Radio Network Engineers with some experience. The purpose of course is to give the cell planner a deeper Explaining of features and functions in the GSM Radio Access Network. After attending the course the cell planner will be able to use the advanced features of the network.

Learning objectives On completion of the course student shall be able to:

1. Plan a network for synthesized Frequency Hopping and MAIO Management used in a FLP network

1.1 Select the appropriate method of Frequency Hopping 1.2 Configure different Frequency Hopping applications 1.3 Explain Frequency Hopping’s impact on frequency planning 1.4 Set parameters for Frequency Hopping 1.5 Discuss where and how to use MAIO Management 1.6 Set parameters for MAIO Management 1.7 Plan BCCH/TCH dimensioning for FLP 1.8 Select frequency planning method for FLP 1.9 Plan load and reuse for FLP

2. Plan TSC (Training Sequence Code) and BSIC (Base Station Identity Code)

3. Explain EGPRS’s influence on existing GPRS networks

4. Explain how to plan areas with Multi Beam Antenna coverage 4.1 Plan where and how to use Multi Beam Antenna

5. Explain Software Power Boost 5.1 Plan where and how to use Software Power Boost

6. Plan coverage for tunnels 6.1 Apply the workflow for tunnel coverage 6.2 Select and dimension the appropriate equipment

7. Plan coverage with repeaters 7.1 Select the most appropriate type of repeater 7.2 Plan for in-building coverage using repeaters 7.3 Plan for rural coverage using repeaters 7.4 Plan installation of a repeater

8. Use FAS printouts to improve frequency planning 8.1 Configure a FAS recording 8.2 Perform a FAS recording

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8.3 Evaluate FAS recording

9. Use NCS to optimize neighbor relations 9.1 Configure a NCS recording 9.2 Perform a NCS recording 9.3 Evaluate NCS recording

10. Plan co-siting of systems

Target audience The target audience for this course is Cell Planning and Radio Network Engineers.

Prerequisites Successful completion of the following:

• GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 113 078)

• GSM Cell Planning Principles 1 (LZU 108 3273)

• GSM Cell Planning Principles 2 (LZU 108 5032) or GSM Cell Planning Workshop (LZU 108 3287)


Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led lessons, theoretical exercises and case studies. The course requires that TEMS CellPlanner be installed on a number of PCs (1 PC per 2 students) and the availability of licenses for the use of TEMS CellPlanner.

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1 • Synthesized Frequency Hopping, Flexible MAIO Mgmt and Fractional Load Planning

4 hours

• TSC/BSIC planning 2 hours

2 • EDGE/EGPRS 3 hours

• Adaptive Antenna Support 3 hours

3 • Software power boost 2 hours

• Tunnel coverage 4 hours

4 • Repeaters 4 hours

• Frequency allocation support/neighboring cell support 2 hours

5 • Frequency allocation support/neighboring cell support 4 hours

• Co-site techniques 2 hours

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GSM Advanced System Technique LZU 108 857 R5A

Description This course explains and describes the signaling taking place between nodes within the GSM system.

The course consists of two Learning Units. Unit 1 should be seen as a product specifically adapted for the needs of personnel requiring signaling knowledge limited to the Base Station System part of GSM. The additional Learning Unit, Unit 2, contains additional information for personnel also needing the knowledge of signaling in the Switching System part of GSM. In such a case student should attend the full 5 days flow.

Unit 2

Unit 1

BSS Unit (4 days)

Additional Unit SS Specific (1 day)


1. List the nodes in the GSM system and the protocols used in GSM. 1.1. Explain the Channel concept, and the contents of control channels. 1.2. Describe the mapping of the logical channels in the Multi-frame structure. 1.3. Calculate the paging group of the mobile.

2. Explain System Information messages and how they are transmitted to the mobile. 2.1. Describe the contents and the different system information messages. 2.2. Describe the general format of layer 3 messages on the radio and the message format in

the air interface. 2.3. Describe when messages of different groups: MM, RR and CM, are used.

3. Describe the format of the data link layer protocol (LAPDm) messages used on the Um interface. 3.1. Describe how the layer 1 functions on the radio are implemented. 3.2. Describe the contents of the control channels like SCH, RACH and FCCH.

4. Describe activities performed by MS 4.1. In idle mode - cell selection and reselection. 4.2. In active mode - providing measurement report. 4.3. Explain the contents of the measurement report.

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5. Describe how the information carried between the BSC and the BTS is mapped onto the time slots of the PCM lines between them.

6. Explain the AMR and DTX functions. 7. Describe the general format of the layer 2 protocol (LAPD) messages used on the A-bis

interface. 8. Describe the format of an MSU (Message Signal Unit). 9. Describe when the BSSAP protocol (MSC-BSC) is used on the A interface. 10. Describe when the BTAP protocol (BSC-TRC) is used on the Ater interface 11. Describe the network structure in GPRS 12. Explain the logical channels in GPRS.

12.1. Describe the protocols used in GPRS from MS to GGSN. 12.2. Describe which messages are sent on each interface (Um, Abis, A) and what each

message contains, in the case of call set-up. 12.3. Describe which messages are sent on each interface (Um, Abis, A) and what each

message contains, in case of location updating.

Target audience The target audience for this course is:

• Experienced network engineers

• Network tuning personnel

• Network planning personnel

Personnel with GSM network experience who need a deep technical knowledge of the GSM system.

Unit 1 is recommended for personnel only dealing with the Base Station System part of GSM.

For personnel who require knowledge of both the Switching System and BSS parts of GSM, both Unit 1 and Unit 2 are recommended.

Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses:


Duration and class size The length of the course is 4 days (Unit 1) or 5 days (Units 1 & 2) and the maximum number of participants is 20.

Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led lessons and practical exercises in the classroom.

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Time schedule


Day 1 Estimated time

• Introduction to GSM nodes and protocols. 1 hour • Channel concept and contents of logical channels . 1.5 hour • Mapping of logical channels in the multiframe structure. 1.5 hour • TDMA frame up to Hyperframe structure 1hour • Paging group. 1 hours


• Traffic cases in GSM. 0.5 hour • What is System information and how is it transmitted to the mobile. 0.5 hour • Contents of the system Information messages 1 hour • Description of CM, MM and RR messages. 0.5 hour • Layer 3 format of CM, MM and RR messages. 0.5 hour • Explain what is done in Layer 2 or LAPDm 1 hour • Explain what is done in Layer 1and contents of SCH, RACH and FCCH. 0.5 hour • Idle mode behavior 0.5 hour • Measurement report in Active mode 0.5 hour • Format of a measurement report and measurement result 0.5hour


• Describe AMR and DTX functions 1 hour • Describe Abis interface. 1 hour • Describe the general format of LAPD used in Abis Layer 2 1 hour • Describe FISU, LSSU and MSU 1 hour • Describe BSSAP protocol 1 hour • Describe BTAP protocol 1 hour


• Describe GPRS network structure 1 hour • Explain logical channels in the packet domain 2 hours • Describe the protocols used in GPRS 1 hour • Call set-up in GSM 1 hour • Location updating in GSM 1 hour

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• Introduction to SS7 0.5 hours • The Message transfer Part 1.5 hours • SCCP 2 hours • TCAP 1 hour • MAP 1 hour

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GSM BSC Operation LZU 108 625 R4A

Description This course is designed to provide participants with the skills and knowledge to operate and configure the GSM BSS. The course covers configuration activities in the BSC/ TRC nodes, the interfaces to the core network nodes MSC and SGSN, the interface to the RBS and maintenance activities in the BSC. Participants will complete practical configuration and faultfinding exercises using on-line documentation and OSS or Winfiol.


1. Describe the Ericsson GSM System

2. Describe the Network Nodes of an Ericsson GSM System

3. Explain the purpose of the logical channels used on the Air Interface

4. Describe the measurement procedure used by GSM terminal equipment

5. Explain the purpose of system information in GSM

6. Configure the Hardware and Interfaces of the BSC using MML commands and parameters

7. Configure RBS 200 and 2000 equipment in the BSC using MML commands and parameters

8. Explain the purpose of BSC cell parameters and the effects these have on the GSM Radio Access Network

9. Configure the radio network in the BSC using MML commands and parameters

10. Define supervision and recording processes in the BSC

11. Handle practical fault finding on BSC hardware using on-line documentation

12. Explain the RBS Alarm information displayed in the BSC

13. Handle diagnosis of fault conditions on RBS 200 and 2000 equipment using on-line documentation

Target audience The target audience for this course is personnel who work with operation and maintenance in the BSC. This includes staff undertaking the following activities:

- Configuration of the BSC towards MSC, RBS and SGSN

- Routine maintenance and fault-finding in BSC

- Working with field staff replacing units and fault-finding on RBS 200 and 2000 equipment

- Performance monitoring in BSS


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- GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 113 078)

- GSM Network Surveillance (LZU 108 5471/2)

- GSM Operation Handling in MSC/BSC (LZU108 5024/2)

Or have other equivalent experience.


Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led lessons with practical exercises. Practical exercises are conducted in a training exchange environment with the following equipment:

- BSC running R9.1 software

- Connected to an MSC/VLR/HLR also with R9+ software (if available)

- One RBS 2000 and on RBS 200 (if available) connected to BSC

- OSS or Winfiol PC terminals with On-line documentation for the BSC

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Time schedule



1 • GSM/GPRS network description 1hr

• Channel concept GSM/GPRS 3 hrs

• Measurement procedure 1hr

• System Information 1 hr

2 • BSS configuration 3 hrs

• Hardware structure of the BSC

• Functions of the BSC-TRC/BSC-MSC/BSC-RBS interfaces

• Purpose of managed objects

• Configuration of RBS 200 and 2000 equipment in BSC

• Exercise to define and configure a Transceiver Group 3 hrs

3 • Radio Network 4 hrs

• Definition and configuration of a cell

• Cell parameters

• The locating algorithm

• Exercise to define and configure a cell 2hrs

4 • Radio network exercises 2 hrs

• Performance measurement and supervision 1 hr

• BSS operation including BSC hardware maintenance 1 hr

• BSS operation exercises 2 hrs

5 • BTS maintenance 2 hrs

• RBS 200 and 2000 alarm indicators in the BSC

• BTS maintenance exercises 2 hrs

• Certification Test 2 hrs

• Course Summary and Evaluation 0.5 hr

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GSM BSS Configuration Using OSS LZU 108 5952 R1A

Description This course provides the operator’s users a thorough knowledge of GSM OSS applications that are used in BSS operation area and trains the users on how to use these applications to perform basic BSS operation tasks.


1. Describe all the functionality of the OSS applications used in the BSS operation area 2. Use command handling tool for BSS operation 2.1. Send MML commands and command files 2.2. Search in the command and response log 2.3. Schedule command files to be run at the specific time 2.4. Subscribe to spontaneous reports 3. Use CNA for cell configuration 3.1. Describe the work flow used in CNA application 3.2. Perform information retrieval 3.3. Adjust cell data from the network 3.4. Create/delete/change cell data 3.5. Perform consistency check 3.6. Update changes to the network 3.7. Use Graphical Cell Configuration application to display cell data 4. Use CNAI to export or import cell data 4.1. Use CNAI to export cell data 4.2. Use CNAI to import cell data 5. Use BCM for RBS configuration 5.1. Describe the work flow used in BCM application 5.2. Perform configuration information retrieval 5.3. Adjust RBS data from the network 5.4. Use planning wizard to add RBS 5.5. Update changes to the network 6. Use BHW for BTS Hardware management 6.1. Perform hardware information retrieval 6.2. Manually add hardware information 7. Use BAM for BTS alarm management 7.1. Use BAM to configure BTS alarm 7.2. Check error log 7.3. Monitor faults in BTS 8. Add BTS with belonging cells using CNA and BCM

Target audience The target audience for this course is BSS operation staff.

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Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with • GSM radio network ( BSC, RBS, Cell) Successful completion of the following courses: • GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 111 078)


Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led lessons with hands-on practical exercises. Each group of two students uses one OSS workstation or PC terminal with the possibility to connect to either real or test MSCs /BSCs.

Time schedule



1 • Introduction and command handling and CNA 6 hours

2 • CNA + CNAI 6 hours

3 • BCM and BHW and BAM and Case “Add BTS with belonging cells” 6 hours

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GSM BSS Integration for Field Maintenance LZU 108 871 R2A

Description This course brings the students to a level where they are able to support the BSC by the integration of new sites. The course also covers the structure of the BSC and the inter-working between the BSC and RBS.


1. Perform the most common integration tasks

2. Configure an RBS 2000 using the on-line documentation

3. Identify individual components in the BSS sub-system, both in the BSC and RBS

4. Appreciate the ways in which the different components inter-work

5. Handle practical fault-finding using the on-line documentation

Target audience The target audience for this course is personnel that work with operation and maintenance of the RBS, and are involved in the integration process. This can either be personnel working with the RBS Site Maintenance, or personnel doing the RBS installation and Testing.

Prerequisites Successful completion of the following course:

• RBS 2000 O&M (LZU 108 3269) and 3 months working practice

Or

• RBS 2000 maintenance ( LZU 108 874) and 3 months working experience

Or

• Have other equivalent experience.


Learning situation The course combines instructor-led lessons, group work and theoretical and practical exercises using a BSC with R9 software running; 4 OSS or WinFiol Terminals, 2 macro and 2 micro RBS 2000, BSS library, B-Modules (online), 2 TEMS Mobiles with SIM cards, 2 PCs with OMT SW and TEMS software.

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1 • Not available yet.

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GSM BSS R9.1 Delta LZU 108 5877 R1A

Description This course describes all the new and enhanced features in the R9.1 release of Ericsson’s Base Station System (BSS).


1 Describe the system improvements

2 State the hardware changes introduced to support the AXE 810

3 State in general terms the impact of GPRS R9.1.

4 Explain the GPRS coding schemes 3 and 4.

5 Describe the methods used to ensure Quality of Service

6 Outline the enhanced traffic features

7 Describe the new radio network features

8 Outline the operation and maintenance features

Target audience The target audience for this course is operation and maintenance staff and others who may require knowledge of the new/enhanced features and their implementation in the R9.1 Base Station System.

Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with the GSM R8 release of Ericsson’s GSM system or have successfully completed the following:GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network Fundamentals FAY113 078

GSM BSC Operation (LZU 108 625)


Learning situation.The course is based on instructor-led lessons.

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1 • Introduction to the new and enhanced features in the BSS R9.1 0,5 hour

• The main elements of the Extended Fault Reporting 0,25 hour

• The main elements of the Increased RPPs per PCU 0.25 hour

• The new hardware changes introduced to support the AXE 810 APT 1.5

0,5 hours

• The new hardware changes introduced to support the AXE 810 APG 40

0,5 hour

• The impact of GPRS in R9.1 0,5 hour

• The GPRS coding schemes 3 and 4 0,5 hour

• The methods used to ensure Quality of Service in the GPRS network

0,5 hour

• The enhanced GPRS system 0,5 hour

• Traffic features such as transcoder pool handling and adaptive multi Rate

1 hour

• Radio network features such as BCCH in the overlaid cell and GSM-UMTS cell reselection and handover

0,5 hour

• Operation and Maintenance features such as remote function change and real time event data.

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GSM Cell Planning Principles 1 LZU 108 3273 R5A

Description This course enables participants to Explain wave propagation principles, frequency planning and traffic dimensioning. The participants will also be able to make a normal cell plan and get an Explaining of various network features.


1. Explain the major steps in cell planning 1.1 Perform traffic and coverage analysis 1.2 Perform nominal Cell Plan 1.3 Perform surveys 1.4 Perform system Design and Implementation 1.5 Perform system Tuning 2. Explain the functions of the three major systems 2.1 Describe Switching System, Base station System and Operation and Support System

3. Describe the channel concept 3.1 Explain the mapping of logical channels on the BCCH-carrier 3.2 Explain how information is superimposed on radiowaves 4. Discuss radiowave propagation 4.1 Perform pathloss calculations 4.2 Discuss signal variations

5. Estimate the cell size from a signal strength point of view 5.1 Perform a system balance 5.2 Explain well known radio wave propagation models 6. Estimate the cell size from a capacity point of view 6.1 Define the term “traffic” 6.2 Discuss GoS and channel utilization 7. Frequency planning 7.1 List and describe a number of channel plans such as 3/9 and 4/12 reuse 7.2 Discuss co- and adjacent channel interference 7.3 Define the term re-use distance 8. Produce a nominal cell plan 8.1 Plan for coverage, capacity and low interference in a specific area 9. Discuss radio equipment used on site 9.1 RBSs and CDUs provided by Ericsson

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9.2 Discuss different antenna properties

10. List and describe some tools provided by Ericsson 10.1 For example TEMS CellPlanner, TEMS system, CeNA, FAS/FOX, NCS/NOX, MRR and TET 11. Explain how to increase capacity in an existing network 11.1 Discuss cell split, multiple re-use patterns and fractional load planning 12. Describe some radio network features 12.1 List and describe the different processes involved in idle mode 12.2 Explain the purpose of the locating algorithm Target audience The target audience for this course is personnel who need a general Explaining of the cell planning process, for example, radio network engineers and radio network tuning engineers.

Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with the GSM network or successful completion of the following: GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 113 078)


Learning situation The course is instructor-led with lecture, student exercises and group work.

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1 • Cell Planning introduction 1 hour

• System description 1 hour

• Radio wave propagation 2 hours

• Coverage predictions 2 hours

2 • Traffic 1 hour

• System balance 1 hour

• Channel planning 1 hour

• Design case 3 hours

3 • Design case cont. 2 hours

• Implementation 2 hours

• Site survey 1 hour

• System expansion 1 hour

4 • Tools 1 hour

• Radio network features 5 hours

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GSM Cell Planning Principles 2 LZU 108 5032 R4A

Description This course is intended for radio network engineers involved in planning of GSM radio networks. The purpose of the course is to provide the participants with extensive theory about cell planning. The main focus is to give the participant necessary theoretical knowledge to work as a cell planner.


1. Explain the basic function of a GSM system 1.1 List the network nodes of a GSM system and their function 1.2 Explain general terms used in the GSM system 1.3 Explain the differences between the three major systems of the GSM network 1.4 List the more important GSM air interface parameters

2. Perform power/system balances and macro cell predictions 2.1 Calculate link budgets and perform a system/power balance 2.2 Derive design criteria for macro cell coverage predictions 2.3 Explain how design criteria relates to coverage predictions and field measurements

3. Perform dimensioning of logical channels 3.1 Perform dimensioning of logical channels in different scenarios 3.2 Perform dimensioning of Location Areas with regard to paging capacity

4. Describe antenna properties and recognize and choose different type of antennas in different

type of environments 4.1 Explain the meaning of concepts such as gain, directivity, downtilt and null fill-in 4.2 Explain the meaning of intermodulation and how to avoid it 4.3 Explain the difference between space- and polarization-diversity

5. Discuss different RBS configurations that Ericsson supports 5.1 Recognize scenarios where a repeater solution might be appropriate 5.2 Explain the function and usage of different types CDUs 5.3 Discuss different RBS configurations

6. Explain basic map data and GPS 6.1 Describe the concepts geoide, ellipsoid, datum and map projections 6.2 List the most important data about GPS, the limitations of the system and the use of a GPS

receiver

7. Explain the principles behind Ericsson’s macro and micro cell propagation prediction models 7.1 Explain the principles behind Ericsson’s macro cell propagation prediction algorithm 9999

and list the different types of indata the algorithm needs 7.2 Explain the principles behind Ericsson’s urban model and list the different type of indata the

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8. Explain all aspects of a proper site survey 8.1 Describe the instruments used for site survey 8.2 Describe necessary pre-site survey procedures 8.3 Describe the procedure for a complete site survey.

9. Explain the use of different cell planning tools 9.1 Describe Ericsson’s product portfolio TEMS optimization solution 9.2 Perform data logging and some analysis using TEMS Investigation 9.3 Discuss some basic features of Ericsson’s cell planning tool, TEMS CellPlanner 9.4 Explain the use of CNA in OSS for the purpose of viewing, reconfiguring, and implementing

cells 9.5 Explain how RNO in OSS can be used as implementation help (FAS/FOX, NCS/NOX),

performance monitoring (MRR) and hot spot finding (TET)

10. Explain the principles and procedures for in-building installation 10.1 Choose between different types of configurations for indoor coverage 10.2 Derive design criteria for coverage predictions of in-building installation 10.3 Calculate linkbudgets and EiRP for different types of feeder configurations 10.4 Estimate indoor coverage from an in-building installation using a modified version of Keenan-

Motley’s propagation algorithm 10.5 Design a simple in-building installation

11. Explain and evaluate different frequency planning strategies 11.1 Discuss different ways of increasing the capacity in a radio network 11.2 Discuss different scenarios where MRP or FLP might be advantageous

12. Discuss the most important BSC parameters for the radio network performance 12.1 Explain the use of cell parameters 12.2 Set some of the cell locating and idle mode parameters 13. Explain the impact of GPRS on the radio network 13.1 Explain the system parts specific to GPRS 13.2 Explain the GPRS radio interface 13.3 Describe the radio resource handling 13.4 Explain the concept radio block 13.5 Perform GPRS radio network dimensioning 13.6 Explain the impact of GPRS on the radio network

Target audience The target audience for this course is newly recruited cell planners as well as radio network engineers actively working with cell planning issues.



• GSM Cell Planning Principles (LZU 108 3273)

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Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led lessons and theoretical exercises. A TEMS Investigation and log files, a GPS receiver and some maps are needed for demonstrations.

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Time schedule



1 • Course introduction and pre-test 1 hour

• System description 2 hours

• RF guidelines 3 hours

2 • Dimensioning of logical channel 3 hours

• Antennas 1 hour

• Antenna near products 2 hours

3 • Map data basics and GPS 1 hour

• Ericsson propagation and algorithms 2 hours

• Site survey 3 hours

4 • Tools 2 hours

• Indoor cell planning 4 hours

5 • Network expansion 2 hours

• Parameters 1 hour

• GPRS impact on the radio network 2 hours

• Post test and summing up 1 hour

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GSM Cell Planning Workshop LZU 108 3287 R5A

Description This course is intended for radio network engineers involved in planning of GSM radio network. The purpose of the course is to provide the participants with extensive theory about cell planning and practical experience from radio network design by using cell-planning tools. After attending this course the participants will be able to perform cell planning of GSM radio networks.

Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1 Perform power/system balances and macro cell predictions 1.1 Calculate link budgets and perform a system/power balance 1.2 Derive design criteria for macro cell coverage predictions 1.3 Explain how design criteria relates to coverage predictions and field measurements

2 Perform dimensioning of logical channels 2.1 Perform dimensioning of logical channels in different scenarios 2.2 Perform dimensioning of Location Areas with regard to paging capacity

3 Describe antenna properties and recognize and choose different type of antennas in different

type of environments 3.1 Explain the meaning of concepts such as gain, directivity, downtilt and null fill-in 3.2 Explain the meaning of intermodulation and how to avoid it 3.3 Explain the difference between space- and polarization-diversity

4 Discuss different RBS configurations that Ericsson supports 4.1 Recognize scenarios where a repeater solution might be appropriate 4.2 Explain the function and usage of different types CDUs 4.3 Discuss different RBS configurations

5 Explain basic map data and GPS 5.1 Describe the concepts geoide, ellipsoide, datum and map projections 5.2 List the most important data about GPS, the limitations of the system and the use of a GPS

receiver

6 Explain the principles behind Ericsson’s macro and micro cell propagation prediction models 6.1 Explain the principles behind Ericsson’s macro cell propagation prediction algorithm 9999

and list the different types of indata the algorithm needs 6.2 Explain the principles behind Ericsson’s urban model and list the different type of indata the

algorithm needs

7 Explain all aspects of a proper site survey 7.1 Describe the instruments used for site survey 7.2 Describe necessary pre-site survey procedures 7.3 Describe the procedure for a complete site survey.

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8 Explain the use of different cell planning tools 8.1 Describe Ericsson’s product portfolio TEMS optimization solution 8.2 Perform data logging and some analysis using TEMS Investigation 8.3 Discuss some basic features of Ericsson’s cell planning tool, TEMS CellPlanner 8.4 Explain the use of CNA in OSS for the purpose of viewing, reconfiguring, and implementing

cells 8.5 Explain how RNO in OSS can be used as implementation help (FAS/FOX, NCS/NOX),

performance monitoring (MRR) and hot spot finding (TET)

9 Explain the principles and procedures for in-building installation 9.1 Choose between different types of configurations for indoor coverage 9.2 Derive design criteria for coverage predictions of in-building installation 9.3 Calculate linkbudgets and EiRP for different types of feeder configurations 9.4 Estimate indoor coverage from an in-building installation using a modified version of Keenan-

Motley’s propagation algorithm 9.5 Design a simple in-building installation

10 Explain and evaluate different frequency planning strategies 10.1 Discuss different ways of increasing the capacity in a radio network 10.2 Discuss different scenarios where MRP or FLP might be advantageous

11 Discuss the most important BSC parameters for the radio network performance 11.1 Explain the use of cell parameters 11.2 Set some of the cell locating and idle mode parameters 12 Explain the impact of GPRS on the radio network 12.1 Explain the system parts specific to GPRS 12.2 Explain the GPRS radio interface 12.3 Describe the radio resource handling 12.4 Explain the concept radio block 12.5 Perform GPRS radio network dimensioning 12.6 Explain the impact of GPRS on the radio network 13 Use TEMS CellPlanner to create nominal cellplan 13.1 Design a network with macrocells and create frequency plan 13.2 Use TEMS CellPlanner for predictions of coverage, capacity and interference in the network 13.3 Expand an existing network with new sites for improved coverage and capacity 13.4 Make changes in the frequency plan when new sites are introduced 13.5 Expand an existing network with new sites (microcells) in a dense urban area for improved

coverage and capacity 13.6 Use the urban model for predictions of coverage 13.7 Perform automatic tuning of algorithm 9999 13.8 Define a GPRS plan for coverage and capacity 13.9 Make traffic analysis for both voice and data traffic Target audience The target audience for this course is radio network engineers working with cell planning issues.

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• GSM Cell Planning Principles 1 (LZU 108 3273)

• GSM TEMS Cell Planner User (LZU 108 3886)


Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led lessons with exercises and practical cases using TEMS CellPlanner. A TEMS Investigation and log files, a GPS receiver and some maps are needed for demonstrations.

One PC for each group of two students is mandatory. TEMS CellPlanner must be installed on the PCs.

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Time schedule



1 • Introduction 1 hour

• System description 1 hour

• Radio frequency guidelines 2 hours

• Dimensioning of logical channels 2 hours

2 • Antennas 2 hours

• Study Case 1, macrocell network 4 hours

• Theoretical presentation

3 • TEMS Cellplanner introduction 2 hours

• Study case 1, practical presentation 4 hours

4 • Study Case 1 cont. 2 hours

• Antenna near products 1 hour

• Map data basics and GPS 1 hour

• Site survey 2 hours

5 • Study case 2, macrocell network expansion 6 hours

6 • Cell planning tools 3 hours

• Ericsson propagation algorithms 3 hours

7 • Study case3, automatic tuning of 9999 2 hours

• Indoor cell study case 4 hours

8 • Network expansion 2 hours

• Study case phase 3, microcells 4 hours

9 • GPRS impact on the radio network 3 hours

• Study case GPRS 3 hours

10 • Study case GPRS cont. 2 hours

• Cell parameters and evaluation 4 hours

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GSM Charging Operation LZU 108 3271 R4A

Description This course is designed to provide participants with the skills and knowledge to operate and maintain charging functionalities in Ericsson’s GSM system. It also gives an overall view of charging in Ericsson’s GSM system.


1. List the main charging principles that are necessary to know when operating in a GSM charging area. 1.1 List the nodes where charging can be performed to be able to define where to receive data for charging purposes. 1.2 Describe how and where the charging data is collected. 1.3 List what kind of CDRs can be generated for different traffic cases to be able to define where to collect data for charging purposes. 2. Describe the steps of charging flow in AXE 3. List the charging functions in different nodes for operation and maintenance purposes. 4. Describe the purpose of different analysis from a charging point of view. 4.1 Describe what kind of input is fetched from AXE analyses for charging analysis to define appropriate charging programs. 4.2 Define charging programs for different charging cases. 4.3 Define by use of composite CDRs by means of commands. 5. Define how the different kinds of subscriptions are to be charged. 6. Describe what kind of input is needed for SSP charging analysis to define the SSP charging program 7. Define SSP charging program 8. Define the CAMEL related data to be output from SCP. 9. Define the charging data to be output for ISDN-E calls and services 10. Define TT and ICI outputs 10.1 Describe the configuring of CDRs 10.2 Define and maintain size alteration events in different nodes. 10.3 Define and maintain congestions in different nodes. 10.4 Define and maintain the Advice of Charge functionality 10.5 Handle and maintain the data to be collected for different functionalities 10.6 Describe the main functionality of Billing Gateway 11. Interpret the ASN.1 description of CDRs.

Target audience The target audience for this course is personnel working in a network operation, who require information about charging in Ericsson’s GSM system, regarding operation and maintenance tasks, as well as an overall view. The main target audience is for people working with exchange data for charging purposes.

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- GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network fundamentals (FAY 113 078)

- GSM MSC/VLR Operation (LZU 108 623)

- NMC Operation (LZU 108 3275)

- GSM Operation Handling MSC/BSC (LZU 108 5024)


Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led lessons with practical exercises. Practical exercises are conducted in a training exchange environment with the following equipment:

- MSC with suitable dump and terminals.

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GSM Core Network Delta, R9.1 LZU 108 5449/2 R1A

Description This course describes the features, benefits, concepts and realization of the new and changed features in MSC/VLR, HLR, AUC and FNR for Core Network (CN) 2.0.

Learning Objectives

On completion of this course the participants will be able to:

1. Describe the roadmap of the core network between R8.0 and R9.1/CN 2.0.

2. List and describe on a overview level the new HW introduced in terms of: - APZ 212 33 - APG40 - AXE810 (APT1.5)

3. List and describe new and changed service features in terms of: - Roaming and Handover between GSM and WCDMA - IN based number portability - CAMEL - Positioning - AMR in GSM

4. List and describe new and changed datacom features in terms of: - Datacom Base - Multimedia - Internet Interworking Function - SMS - EDGE support in HLR

5. List and describe new and changed O&M features in terms of: - SCCP congestion control - Global Title analysis - Page Load balance across BSC-Satellite

6. List and describe new and changed security and fraud features in terms of: - Basic security - Legal Intercept - MAP policing

Target audience The target audience for this course are personnel with a general knowledge of the operation of an Ericsson GSM who require specific knowledge of the operation of Ericsson’s GSM R9.1.

This audience includes personnel in charge of the operation or engineering of these nodes. For customers this audience is represented by:

• Core Network Engineer

• Core Network Specialist

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• Core Network Planning Engineer

For internal personnel, the target audience is found in O&M, Support and Supply personnel working in network integration.

Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with the Ericsson’s GSM R8 regarding to the MSC/VLR Core Network functions, the hardware components and subscriber services.


Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led theoretical training.

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Time schedule



1 • Name the basic network nodes and interfaces of the core network

0.5 hours

• Advantages when changing from Input Output Group 20 (IOG 20) to the Adjunct Processor Group (APG 40). Differences between these and the upgrade path

0.5 hours

• Function of the Mediagateway R1.

• Upgrade procedure to change from APZ 212 30 towards APZ 212 33 hardware using the Axe Library

0.5 hours

• New Hardware Components and functions 0.5 hours

• List the new features of the new APT 1.5 in terms of Subscriber handling, Roaming aspects and security aspects

1 hour

• List the new features of the new APT 1.5 in terms of Datacom basis, Frame Tunneling Mode and 3G.324 Multimedia

0.75 hours

• List the new features of O&M in terms of CN-OSS and CIF 0.25 hours

• List and explain the connection of RNC 0.5 hours

• List the features of CN1.5 in terms of Signaling enhancements, Legal intercept, Detailed call information recording, Mobile number portability improvements, billing improvements

0.5 hours

• List the new features of GSM R9 in terms of Positioning, FCC E911, MAP and Security enhancements

0.5 hours

• List the new Japan unique features in terms of Signaling, Emergency call, Billing, Number Portability and Carrier Selection

0.5 hours

• Evaluate personally his learning success after the course 0.5 hours

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GSM Core Network Maintenance LZU 108 5458 R1A

Description This course is designed to build competence in performing hardware maintenance on the nodes of the GSM R9 Core Network. These nodes include the BYB 501 AXE 10 and the GPRS Support Node for GSM (GSN-G).

The course will provide core network technicians and core network engineers with basic abilities to act on hardware faults, do hardware replacement, and follow maintenance routines using the system documentation and local Operation and Maintenance (O&M) tools.

The course is modular, being built up of cases, each case consisting of one or more related events. A sufficient pool of cases and events is provided so that maintenance of all supported GSM R9 Core Network hardware configurations may be trained.


1. Replace plug-in units for various subordinate hardware elements (RPs, EMs, SPMs), and execute the repair procedures using local O&M tools.

2. Replace plug-in units for various central hardware elements (APZ, IOG, APG, GSN-G GPB and PEB), and execute the repair procedures using O&M tools.

3. Execute routine maintenance procedures using the online documentation.

Target audience The target audience for this course consists of Core Network Technicians and Core Network Engineers that will be working with maintenance tasks (e.g., MSC technicians, GSN technicians) and NMC/OMC personnel that have to be able to direct the maintenance personnel from a remote position.


• GSM System Survey LZU 108 852 or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 111 078)


Learning situation The course is based on practical cases consisting of task-oriented events, where the students work in groups of two for most of the events. The instructor acts as guide or facilitator, allowing the students

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to proceed independently, assisting only where necessary to ensure the students obtain the necessary competence.



1-6 • AXE general 36 hours

7 • MSC Specific 6 hours

8 • BSC Specific 6 hours

9 • GSN-G 6 hours

10 • Final tests/summary 6 hours

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GSM Data Transcript LZU 108 5456/2 R1A

Description This course develops the student’s current knowledge and Explaining of exchange data to a point where he/she will be able to interpret exchange requirements and write the data transcript for basic traffic cases in the MSC/VLR.

The course is built up in components to cover different needs of operators running a GSM network, with or without an Ericsson BSC.


1. Write data transcript for a simplified network for the MSC/VLR, with the use of the Ericsson documentation (ALEX)

2. Write MML to support:

2.1 Additional functions to the “Basic Call” traffic case, with the use of exchange requirements and Ericsson documentation. Functions covered include: Charging, HLR, EIR/AUC, SMS-SC, AUC-10, Test phones, PRA and announcements.

Or

2.2 Write data transcript required supporting BSS functions, given exchange requirements and the use of the Ericsson User Documentation such as Dynatext and Alex browsers.

3. Case Study : Write data transcript for a realistic network from exchange requirements for the MSC/VLR, with the use of the Ericsson documentation (ALEX).

Target audience The target audience for this course is personnel requiring a working knowledge of data transcript in the GSM network. This could include: new Data Transcript engineers from Ericsson companies, Data Transcript engineers working with other applications, new Testing personnel and also Data Group personnel from Ericsson Customers.

Prerequisites The participants should have successfully completed the following courses: • GSM System Survey, (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 113 078)

• GSM Operation Handling in MSC/BSC (LZU 108 5024)

• GSM MSC/VLR Operation (LZU 108 623)


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Learning situation The course is a classroom based instructor-led course with practical exercises and cases.

It is highly recommended to have a Personal Computer for each student. The PC should have R9 Ericsson Documentation (ALEX). There should also be a text editor to enable the student to write into the exercise templates, for example Microsoft Word or WinFiol Editor.

Time schedule



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GSM DTI Operation and Maintenance R9.1

LZU 108 5481/2 R1A

Description This course provides specific knowledge on the operation and maintenance of the DTI functionality in MSC. All services within the GSM network are assigned a telecommunication service. This learning product will ensure that students can define and activate these services in the combined MSC. This course will also examine the impact of Frame Tunneling Mode (FTM) on the DTI2 and the additional functionality it offers.

Learning objectives

On completion of this workshop the participants will be able to:

1. Describe data services in GSM R9.1.

2. Explain how telecommunication service analysis is used to set up data calls in the MSC Server.

3. Trace a data call through the GSM network.

4. Describe how rate adaptation is taking place during different traffic cases.

5. Install and power up a DTI, and a DTI2, handle hardware faults from DTI and DTI2 and change units in the DTI or DTI2 without causing interference to the entire system.

6. Define datacom services in the combined MSC.

7. Define and activate the measurement counters for Data Call supervision in the combined MSC.

Target audience

The target audience for this course are GSM core network engineers.

Prerequisites

The participants should be familiar with GSM OSS and GSM Networks or successfully have completed the following courses:

• GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or Radio Network Fundamentals (FAY 113 079)

• GSM Network Surveillance (LZU 108 5471/2)

• GSM Operation Handling in MSC/BSC (LZU 108 5024)

• GSM MSC/VLR Operation (LZU 108 623)

• GPRS/GSM Traffic Cases (LZU 108 5492)

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Duration and class size

The length of the course is 3 days and the maximum number of participants is 8.

Learning situation

The course is based upon instructor-led lessons and practical exercises.

In order to properly conduct the exercises, four FIOL terminals connected to the MSC and four sets of B-modules/ Alexserv must be available. Two students per terminal is recommended.

The exercises require an operative MSC/VLR, a HLR as well as DTI and DTI2, running GSM R9.1software.

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GSM FNR Operation LZU 108 5451/1 R2A

Description This course provides an explanation of the main functions and covers configuration of the FNR (Flexible Number Register) in the GSM R9.1 environment, including the MNP (Mobile Number Portability), the FAM (Flexible Allocation of MSISDN) and the File Input & File Output Features.


1. List the general concepts concerning the FNR

2. List the main software blocks and hardware components

3. Identify the different configurations and main functions in the FNR

4. Explain the concept of Mobile Number Portability (MNP)

5. Explain the FNR structure for Mobile Number Portability

6. List the different scenarios and traffic cases for MNP

7. Write the Data Transcript to configure the MNP and the subscriber number translation

8. Explain the concept of Flexible Allocation of MSISDNs (FAM)

9. List the different affected traffic cases for Flexible Allocation of MSISDN

10. Write the Data Transcript to configure the FAM and define subscriber data

11. Describe the File Input and File Output Features

12. Write the Data Transcript to configure the FNR for File Input & File Output

13. Administer subscriptions between FNR and HLR, or between two FNRs (load balance, mass deletion, etc)

14. Perform operation and maintenance activities for FNR

Target audience The target audience for this course is internal personnel and customers with a general knowledge of the operation of an AXE 10 switch who require specific knowledge on the operation of Ericsson’s GSM R9.1 FNR functions. This audience includes personnel in charge of the operation or engineering of this node.

For customer personnel:

• Core Network Systems Engineer • Core Network Systems Specialist

Prerequisites The student should have successfully completed:


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• GSM Maintenance in MSC/BSC (LZU 108 5458/2) (optional)


• GSM Operation Handling in MSC/BSC (LZU 108 5024/2)

Duration and class size The length of the course is 1 day and the maximum number of participants is 20

Learning situation Instructor Led Training with practical exercises.

Time schedule



1 • FNR introduction (software, hardware, main functions and possible configurations)

1 hour

• Mobile Number Portability feature (different scenarios and exchange data)

2.5 hours

• Flexible Allocation of MSISDNs ( different traffic cases and exchange data)

1.5 hour

• File Input & File Output 1 hour

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GSM HLR Operation LZU 108 3631/2 R5A

Description This course covers the Switching System features and how they are implemented in the HLR and the role of this node in the Switching System.

Learning objectives

At the end of the course the student will be able to:

1. Name the main parts of the HLR. 2. List the hardware needed for an HLR standalone and its most important software blocks. 3. List and explain the different interfaces to 3.1 C7-SS7 3.2 AUC. 3.3 MSC/VLR. 3.4 SGSN. 4. List and explain the HLR R9.1 General services in terms of 4.1 Basic mobility handling in HLR. 4.2 IMSI Changeover. 4.3 Basic call handling in HLR. 4.4 MS Purging in HLR. 4.5 HLR Redundancy. 4.6 Support of multiple numbering scheme. 4.7 Roaming Restriction per HLR. 5. List and explain the HLR R9.1 data communication in terms of 5.1 Datacom base for GSM. 5.2 3G 324 multimedia support. 5.3 Fax service subscription. 5.4 High Speed Datacom service. 5.5 GPRS support in HLR. 5.6 EDGE Support in HLR. 6. List and explain the HLR R9.1 Supplementary services in terms of 6.1 Call Forwarding services in HLR. 6.2 Call Barring services in HLR. 6.3 Call Waiting & Call Hold subscription. 6.4 Calling line identification services subscription. 6.5 Connected line identification services subscription. 6.6 EMLPP. 7. Explain the Service Differentiation & Supplementary Functions. 8. Explain the positioning functions in R9.1. 9. Explain the Operation & Maintenance functions in HLR R9.1

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Target audience The target audience for this course are

• Core Network Engineer • Core Network Specialist Other:

• Support Engineer • Network Integration Engineer • Core Network Engineer

Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with:

R9.0 release of Ericsson’s GSM system regarding the MSC/VLR Core Network functions, the hardware components and subscriber services.

Working experience as Core Network Technician/Engineer, Support or Integration Engineer

Or have successfully attended the following courses:

GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 111 078) GSM Network Surveillance (LZU 108 5271/2) GSM Operation Handling in MSC/BSC (LZU 108 5485/2) Optional: GSM MSC/VLR Operation (LZU 108 5448/2)


Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led and contains theoretical lessons and practical exercises. Exercises occupy approximately 35 % of the time dedicated to the course.

Time schedule



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GSM In-Building Solutions LZU 108 5347 R1C

Description This course explains the need for an in-building solution and how to perform an in-building cell planning.


1. Choose between different types of configurations for indoor coverage

2. Derive design criteria from coverage predications of in-building installation

3. Calculate link budget and EiRP for different types of feeder configurations

4. Estimate indoor coverage for an in-building installation using a modified version of Keenan-Motley’s propagation algorithm

5. Design a simple in-building installation.

Target audience The target audience for this course are personnel who need an Explaining of the importance of an in-building solution, for example, managers and sales and radio engineers actively working with cell planning issues.

Perequisites The participants should have successfully completed the following courses:

GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 113 078)

GSM Cell Planning Principles (LZU 108 3273)


Learning situation This course is based on an instructor-led lecture with student exercises and group work.

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GSM LMU Implementation & Maintenance LZU 108 5884 R1A

Description This course covers engineering requirements, installation, test and maintenance of the LMU. The course gives the background of the LMU, hardware overview, installation/testing procedures, LMU integration in the GSM system, configuration tools, and basic maintenance procedures.


1. Describe the background and reasons for LMU integration into the GSM cellular system

2. Describe the LMU components and implementation

3. Describe the specific engineering requirements for the LMU

4. Perform LMU installation, test, and maintenance on-site using the existing instructions, manuals and quick guides

5. Describe general LMU maintenance practices

Target audience The target audience for this course is technical personnel involved in the engineering, installation, testing and maintenance of the LMU.

Prerequisites The participants should attend the following courses depending on their work category:

Engineering:

GSM RBS 2000 Macro Site Engineering course, LZU 108 2031

Or equivalent knowledge acquired through experience

Installation:

RBS 2102/2202 Installation course, LZU 108 3959

RBS 2106/2206 Installation course, LZU 108 5739

Antenna System Installation course, LZU 108 3960

Or equivalent knowledge acquired through experience.

Maintenance:

RBS 2102/2202 Site Maintenance course, LZU 108 874

RBS 2206/2106 Site Maintenance course, LZU 108 5741


Testing:

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RBS 2102/2202 Site Testing course, LZU 108 5600

RBS 2106/2206 Site Test course, LZU 108 5740


It is important that test and maintenance personnel students have knowledge on performing antenna tests using the Site Master or equivalent.


Learning situation This is an instructor-led course, consisting of both theoretical and practical exercises. The practical exercises require a lab/workshop suitable for conducting a complete LMU installation. The course is primarily based on hands-on exercises facilitated by the instructor and completed by teams of students.

Lab/workshop should be equipped with:

• An LMU main box, antenna (preferably the integrated GPS/GSM antenna), cables, and RBS 2000 Macro Cabinet

• Tools and equipment needed to perform installation and testing on the LMU system

• PCs (one for every two students) with the appropriate software for LIST operations

• NOTE: In some cases, each student will bring their own laptops. There will be a short period of LIST software installation in this case.



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GSM Maintenance MSC/BSC Extended LZU 108 5031/2 R2A

Description This course is designed to build competence in performing hardware maintenance on an intermediate difficulty level on the AXE nodes of the GSM R9 / R9.1 MSC and BSC.

The course provides core network field technicians and core network engineers with abilities to act on hardware faults and follow maintenance routines of an intermediate difficulty level using the system documentation and local Operation and Maintenance (O&M) tools.


1. Identify the hardware components and interconnections of the Group Switch (GS), using O&M tools and online documentation.

2. Detect and solve intermediate level faults in GS hardware and GS exchange data, using O&M tools and online documentation.

3. Identify the hardware components and interconnections of the Input / Output (IO) configuration, using O&M tools and online documentation.

4. Detect and solve intermediate level faults in IO hardware, using O&M tools and online documentation.

5. Access and use IO logging functions in the detection and analysis of system faults, using O&M tools and online documentation.

6. Access and use IO file processing functions to gather and distribute essential exchange data, using O&M tools and online documentation.

7. Determine the actions of the Maintenance Subsystem (MAS) in supervising CP hardware and handling CP faults, using O&M tools, exchange printouts, and online documentation.

8. Determine the MAS actions in CP software supervision and recovery, using O&M tools, online documentation, and direct observation.

9. Handle CP software recovery alarms, using O&M tools and online documentation.

10. Handle an intermediate level CP stoppage, using O&M tools, online documentation, and the CP Test (CPT) system.

Target audience

The target audience for this course is Core Network Field Technicians (and engineers if required) with at least six months experience in maintenance of GSM R9 or R9.1 MSC or BSC, who need further competence in the maintenance area.

NMC/OMC personnel with at least six months experience in directing these GSM maintenance personnel from a remote position, who need further competence in the maintenance area.

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- System Survey course, LZU 108 852 or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 111 078)

- GSM Core Network Maintenance LZU 108 5458/2

At least six months’ work experience in maintenance of a GSM R9 or R9.1 MSC or BSC.


Learning situation This course is an instructor-supported task-oriented learning product built on practical cases.

The learning product is designed to build competence in performing hardware maintenance on an intermediate difficulty level on the AXE nodes of the GSM R9 / R9.1 MSC and BSC.

The training environment should contain the following:

One GSM MSC exchange (R9 or R9.1) and one GSM BSC exchange (R9 or R9.1)

or

Two GSM MSC exchanges (R9 or R9.1)

or

One GSM MSC exchange (R9 or R9.1) and an AXE with IOG 20 or APG 40 and APZ 212 20, APZ 212 30, or APZ 212 33

Time schedule



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GSM MAXITE Operation and Maintenance LZU 108 3808 R1B

Description This course covers MAXITETM for GSM 1800 MHz or 1900 MHz.


1. Explain the MAXITETM features and benefits

2. Describe the function of the MAXITETM HW-units on a block level

3. Install the RBS 2302, PBC (Power and Battery Cabinet) and AAU (Active Antenna Unit) using the manuals and perform the Site Installation Test

4. Locate a faulty replaceable unit and replace it, using OMT (Operation and Maintenance Terminal) and the manuals

5. Handle the IDB (Installation Data Base) with OMT.

Target audience The target audience for this course is mainly technical personnel involved in installation, testing and

maintenance of MAXITETM.


- System Survey course, LZU 108 852 or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 111 078)

Optional:

- RBS 2000 Operation and Maintenance course, LZU 108 3269).


Learning situation The course consists of both theoretical lectures and theoretical and practical exercises.

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Time Schedule



1 • Introduction 3 hours

• HW-demo

• MAXITETM implementation & data

• Unit descriptions RBS, PBC, AAU

• Installation theory 3 hours

• OMT-function

• Exercises : OMT and installation exercise

2 • Review day 1 3 hours

• Site installation test theory

• Exercise, site installation test

• Maintenance theory 3 hours

• Maintenance exercise, fault finding

• Review questions

• Course end and evaluation

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GSM MSC/VLR Operation LZU 108 5448/2 R2A

Description This course provides students with the ability to configure the Traffic Cases in an MSC exchange. It deals with the operation of the GSM System Mobile Services Switching Center (MSC) and Visitor Location Register (VLR) functional applications updated with the GSM R9.1 features and hardware.


1. List and explain the basic traffic cases in a GSM network

2. Set up MTP and SCCP definitions in exchange data

3. Insert BSC data using online documentation

4. Configure the exchange data for Location Updating in MSC using online documentation

5. Configure the exchange data for a call from the PSTN/ISDN to the Mobile Subscriber (MS terminated call) in the MSC using online documentation

6. Configure the exchange data for a Mobile Subscriber originated call in the MSC using online documentation

7. Configure the exchange data Telecommunication Services Analysis

8. List and explain the traffic cases for GSM data and fax calls.

Target audience The target audience for this course are those requiring a general knowledge of the operation of an AXE 10 switch and who require specific knowledge of the operation of Ericsson GSM system’s MSC/VLR functions. This audience includes personnel in charge of operation or engineering of these nodes.

• Core Network Technician




• GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 111 078) • GSM Network Surveillance (LZU 108 5471/2) • GSM Operation Handling in MSC/BSC (LZU 108 5024/2)

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Learning situation This course requires a classroom equipped with an MSC model with R9 software running, 4 connected GSM OSS Winfiol terminals with the MSC/VLR online documentation installed (B-Modules).

It is preferred to have a mobile network environment to make test calls in the exercises

Time schedule



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GSM Network Planning - Core Network LZU 108 3699/2 R1A

Description This course conveys the steps involved in planning the Core Network included in GSM R9. Topics included are calculations of traffic, signaling, and processor capacity.

Furthermore, this course includes a basic description of the GSN features for GPRS.

Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1. On an overview level, explain the process of planning a transmission network for the Core

Network and be able to apply it to simple networks.

2. On an overview level, explain the methods, strategies and processes used for planning of a Core Network in CN 2.0 release.

3. Explain the principles and the process of planning the traffic part, Intelligent Network part, and signaling part, as well as the processor capacity in the Core Network CN 2.0.

4. Explain the impact that GSN-G for GSM and satellite connections has on network planning.

5. Plan a simple Core Network, CN 2.0.

Target audience The target audience for this course are Core Network Designers.

The course is also intended for customers requiring general knowledge about planning a Core Network of release R9.1 on an overview level like system/ product managers and staff involved in marketing.




Learning situation Instructor-led training (ILT) including theoretical lessons and practical exercises.

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Time schedule



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GSM Network Planning - Node Hardware Dimensioning LZU 108 3815/2 R4A

Description This course covers the steps involved in dimensioning hardware for nodes included in the Core Network for GSM R9.1 i.e. nodes included in Core Network release 2.0:

• MSC R9.1

• HLR/AUC/FNR R9.1 on APZ 212 33

• SGSN-G 3.0 and GGSN 4.0

It also covers hardware dimensioning of the BSC/TRC in the Radio Access Network for GSM R9.1. Further it covers PCU dimensioning in the BSC when the GPRS is implemented in the Radio Access Network.

Basic descriptions of AXE 10 and AXE 810 Hardware based on BYB 501 are included as well as an outline of product packages available for GSM R9.1 and WCDMA Systems R2.


1. Perform simple node hardware dimensioning calculations for the MSC R9.1 included in the Core Network 2.0.

2. Perform simple node hardware dimensioning calculations for the HLR R9.1 included in the Core Network 2.0.

3. Perform simple node hardware dimensioning calculations for the BSC/TRC included in GSM R9.1 and also conduct those calculations for the PCU in the BSC when GPRS is implemented in the Access Network.

4. Perform simple node hardware dimensioning calculations for the nodes SGSN-G 3.0 and GGSN 4.0 included in GSM R9.1.

5. Perform simple node hardware dimensioning calculations of the SGSN W 4.0/GGSN 4.0 nodes included in WCDMA Systems R2.

6. Choose an appropriate product package according to the calculations.

Target audience The target audience for this course are technical customer staff who need a general understanding of hardware node dimensioning, such as: Network Development, Core Network Designer.



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Optional:

GSM Network Planning – Core Network (LZU 108 3699/2).


Learning situation Instructor led theory with practical exercises.

Time schedule



1 • Introduction 2 hours

• AXE 10 hardware 3 hours

2 • MSC Dimensioning 6 hours

3 • HLR dimensioning 1.5 hours

• BSC, BSC/TRC dimensioning 1.5 hours

• GPRS dimensioning 1.5 hours

4 • Not available

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GSM Network Planning – Transmission LZU 108 3816/2 R3A

Description This course covers transmission media and techniques as well as bearer networks used between nodes in a PLMN. Ericsson products MINI-LINK and DXX will be looked into briefly.

The Transmission Planning covers nominal planning, in particular of the GSM access network, using both microwave and leased line, as well as detailed planning, including principles for network design, line of sight survey, frequency planning and microwave path calculation.


1. Interfaces and Node Hierarchy 1.1 Draw a PLMN comprising classical GSM nodes and GPRS nodes SGSN-G 3.0 and GGSN 4.0 1.2 List the interfaces in a GSM PLMN 1.3 Explain how user data is mapped in each interface 2. Media 2.1 List two common types of copper wiring and list their features in terms of bandwidth and length 2.2 List the frequency and bridging distance of a typical radio link 2.3 List the requirements on a geostationary satellite and list one disadvantage and one advantage 2.4 Make a comparison with low orbiting satellites and list one disadvantage and one advantage 2.5 List two wavelengths used in optical fiber communication systems 3. Techniques 3.1 List two reasons for attenuation and dispersion respectively in an optical fiber 3.2 List two light sources and two light detectors used in optical fiber communication systems 3.3 List three reasons for introducing line codes 3.4 State one digital subscriber loop technique being used in the access part of some PLMNs 3.5 State one digital standard that was introduced in February 2001 and its predecessors 3.6 Explain the difference between connection-oriented and connectionless transfer,

slotted/unslotted and label/position multiplexing/switching 4. Bearer Networks 4.1 List the five levels in the European version of PDH 4.2 Explain why SDH was introduced as successor to PDH 4.3 Explain the different alternatives of mapping PDH signals into SDH transport modules 4.4 Explain the four steps in the SDH multiplexing structure 4.5 Calculate the STM-1 frame bit rate 4.6 Explain the SDH logical and physical network 4.7 List three protection methods in an SDH network 5. ATM,B-ISDN 5.1 Explain how ATM can accommodate different services like voice, data and video 5.2 State the main difference between VC and VP switching in ATM 5.3 List three transport alternatives for an ATM frame 6. PSTN, N-ISDN 6.1 Draw a picture of the PSTN access network and explain which connections can be used in a

PLMN access network

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6.2 Explain the main difference between the PSTN access network and the narrowband ISDN access network

7. Satellite 7.1 Explain why the Abis and Ater interfaces imply additional requirements if transmission takes

place over a satellite connection 8. CATV 8.1 State one PLMN requirement on a CATV modem 9. X.25, Frame Relay 9.1 List the transfer mode features of X.25 9.2 List the transfer mode features of Frame Relay 9.3 State where, in a PLMN, frame relay is used 10. TCPIP 10.1 Explain why two different transport layer protocols exist in the Internet 10.2 Explain the two parts in an IP address 10.3 Explain the routing procedure 10.4 Explain how QoS can be introduced in IP networks 11. Ericsson Products DXX and SDH 11.1 List the general properties of the Ericsson product DXX, SMA, FOCUS, AXD301/305, ERION

and the management system properties 12. MINI-LINK 12.1 List the main general properties of the Ericsson product MINI-LINK (E and High Capacity STM-

1) 13. The traffic Model 13.1 Explain why transmission planning is divided into nominal and detailed planning 13.2 Explain the GSM traffic model and dimensioning principles for each interface 14. Access Network Topologies 14.1 Draw four different access network topologies 14.2 Calculate the required number of timeslots on the Abis and Ater interface with various site

sizes, taking into account both CS and PS user data and signaling 14.3 Calculate access network transmission costs for three different nominal network solutions given

relevant input data 14.4 List two advantages with clusters 14.5 Explain the information contained in a CLP (Channel Loading Plan) and how to use it 14.6 Write a BoQ (Bill of Quantity) for an access network as a step-by-step procedure, given relevant

input data. Eight steps must be included 14.7 Explain how availability in an access network can be improved 15. Choice of Transmission Media 15.1 List four important aspects to consider when deciding on leasing or buying transmission

capacity 15.2 Explain the difference between leased line and leased media (silent copper or dark fiber) 15.3 Make use of the net present value method for cost comparison calculations 16. Project Management 16.1 Draw a typical timetable for what happens between signed contract and RFS 17. Network Design 17.1 List six major interactions of the network design team 17.2 Explain the purpose of POI 18. LoS Survey 18.1 Explain why site acquisition is the most critical issue in detailed transmission planning 18.2 Explain the purpose of the line of sight survey 19. Microwave Frequency Planning

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19.1 Explain two different interference problems that may occur with improper frequency planning when microwave transmission is used

19.2 Explain why a fading margin is required with microwave transmission 19.3 List two transmission losses, except fading, that must be taken into account at hop length

calculations 19.4 Name the area, surrounding the line of sight between two microwave terminals, where most of

the radiated power is distributed 19.5 List two different types of obstacle loss

Target audience The target audience for this course are staff needing general transmission knowledge for example, network development, core network designer.


GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network fundamentals (FAY 113 078)


Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led lessons and theoretical exercises.

Time schedule



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GSM Network Surveillance LZU 108 5471/2 R1A

Description This course provides training for surveillance personnel working with alarm handling as well as monitoring tasks on a basic level.

The product is task-oriented and focuses on the daily work of the target group. It uses a problem-oriented pedagogical method involving real-life situations, where the students have to work more actively than in traditional training. The focus is on learning standard procedures rather than covering every possible alarm situation, enabling the students to react on new situations in a well-defined way.

Learning objectives


1. Use the applications of the management systems involved in network surveillance tasks.

2. Use the system documentation efficiently for network surveillance tasks.

3. Perform basic alarm supervision

4. Handle the most common alarm situations

5. Explain the different applications in the sub-network management system OSS that are used for Network Surveillance tasks.

6. Initiate a system back up on node level

7. Monitor the status of performance measurement programs

8. On receiving a work order retrieve statistics by using the correct application in OSS

9. On receiving a work-order, run a script on a node and report the result

10. Handle some of the most common alarm situations

Target audience The target audience for this course is

• Network engineers

• Network technicians


GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network fundamentals (FAY 113 078)


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Learning situation The course is based on practical cases, where the students work in pairs. The instructor will work as a guide, helping the students obtain the competence necessary to solve the cases.

Time schedule



1 • Not available

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GSM Operation Handling in MSC/BSC LZU 108 5024 R2A

Description

This course covers how to handle the MSC and BSC on an intermediate level.

The course consists of 3 modules:

• A generic AXE module, applicable for both the MSC and BSC

• A specific module for the MSC

• A specific module for the BSC.

More advanced operational subjects, which are related to setting up for example MSC traffic cases, are not covered in this course, but the GSM MSC/VLR Operation course (LZU 108 5448).

This course is meant for the work area “Network Operation” in a task-oriented Learning Product Program. With this learning product students, who have attended GSM Network Surveillance will receive the prerequisites for the more advanced GSM MSC/VLR Operation (LZU 108 5448) and GSM BSC Operation (LZU 108 625), or courses on similar level.

The training path for the Network Operation area is reflected below:

Advanced Level (traditional courses) GSM MSC/VLR Operation, GSM BSC Operation

Intermediate Level GSM Operation Handling MSC/BSC

Basic Level GSM Network Surveillance

Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to :

1. Common Module 1.1 Efficiently make use of command files and log files in daily routines, using the CN-OSS/OSS

applications Command File Developer and Command Handling. 1.2 Fetch exchange related documentation from the system databases. 1.3 Explain how the control path is realized in the switch by defining the corresponding units. 1.4 Explain how the switching path is implemented by following a call through the GS and setting

the necessary exchange data to establish the connections in the node. 1.5 Configure HW for new routes. 1.6 Define routes and connect/disconnect devices. 1.7 Describe the units and concepts related to number # 7 signaling. 1.8 Perform system backups on IOG (GSM) and APG40 (WCDMA Systems). 1.9 Handle the file transfer by using the FPU (IOG or APG40 file transfer). 1.10 Explain and modify the file system in IOG (GSM) and APG40 (WCDMA Systems) 1.11 Collect Data on Request as input to Trouble Reports to Ericsson FSC. 1.12 Set supervision data on DIP, SNT and SS7

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1.13 Modify Size Alteration Events on request from a work order 1.14 Retrieve Statistics from MSC/BSC 2. MSC Specific module 2.1 Perform changes in the pre-analysis and B-number analysis tables. 2.2 Perform changes in the routing analysis table. 2.3 Perform changes in the Charging analysis tables. 2.4 Analyze EOS and Cause codes. 2.5 Trace and solve faults related to the analysis tables. 2.6 Handle the charging analysis and charging output. 2.7 BSC specific module 2.8 Solve a Managed Object (MO) Fault upon alarm 2.9 Reconfigure MOs and BTSs using the OSS applications Cellular Network Administration and

Base Station SW management 2.10 Load RBS software using Base Station SW management in OSS

Target audience The target audience for this course is personnel working in the Network Operation area requiring deeper knowledge of the AXE system operation of MSC and BSC exchanges on an intermediate level, namely

• Core Network System Engineers (for MSC, HLR/FNR/AUC and for DTI)

• Radio Network Engineers (BSC)


• GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 111 078) • GSM Network Surveillance (LZU 108 5471/2)


Learning situation

This course is instructor led theory and practical exercises.

An MSC/VLR exchange with software for GSM R9 is needed for the practical exercises and OSS version 8.2. PCs with WinFiol. Access to ALEX for the Customer Product Information (CPI) database is also needed for the exercises.

A BSC preferably connected to a GSM Radio Access Network is needed for the BSC specific part.

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GSM OSS Configuration Management On-Site Workshop LZU 108 5949 R1A

Description This workshop covers how to use GSM OSS CM applications using Ericsson “Best Practice” processes to configure and manage the radio part of the GSM network. After the workshop the participants will be able to use CM tools for the most common network configuration tasks

Learning objectives On completion of this workshop the participants will be able to: 1. Use CM tools to add or remove BTS with belonging cells 1.1. Describe the process of adding/removing BTS with belonging cells 1.2. Use CNA to configure cell data 1.3. Use BCM “ New RBS” planning wizard to configure RBS data 1.4. Add BTS with belonging cells 2. Use CM tools to reroute BTS with belonging cells 2.1. Describe the process of adding/removing TRX 2.2. Use CNA to add or remove frequencies 2.3. Use BCM “ Add TRX” planning wizard to add TRX 2.4. Use BCM “ Remove TRX” planning wizard to remove TRX 2.5. Add TRX 2.6. Remove TRX 3. Use CM tools to add or remove TRX 3.1. Describe the process of rerouting BTS 3.2. Use CNA move cell function to move cells 3.3. Use BCM “ Move RBS” planning wizard to move RBSs 3.4. Reroute BTS 3.5. Describe the process of removing BTS with belonging cells 3.6. Use CNA and BCM to remove BTS with belonging cells 3.7. Remove BTS 4. Use SMO & GRSM to define neighbours belonging to another OSS 4.1. Describe the process of updating/upgrading BTS software remotely 4.2. Use SMO/GRSM to perform remote BTS software update/upgrade 4.3. Use SMO/GRSM to adjust BTS SW status from the network 4.4. Use SMO/GRSM to view BTS SW status in the network � Remote BTS software

update/upgrade 4.5. Adjust BTS SW status from the network 4.6. View BTS SW status in the network 5. Use OSS to move BSC 5.1. Describe the process of moving BSC by using OSS 5.2. Use OSS to move BSC 6. Use CNAI to export or import cell data 6.1. Describe the process of defining neighbours belonging to another OSS 6.2. Use CNAI to export and import cell data 6.3. Use CNA to change cell parameters and update cell data to the network 6.4. Define neighbours belonging to another OSS

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Target audience The target audience for this workshop is radio network operation staff who is responsible for radio network configuration and configuration changes.

Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with: • GSM radio network (BSC, RBS, Cell) • OSS CM applications basics

Successful completion of the following courses: • GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 111 078) • BSS Configuration using OSS (LZU 108 5952) or GSM On-Site Introduction (LZU 108 5711)

Duration and class size The length of the workshop is 5 days and the maximum number of participants is 12.

Learning situation The workshop is based on instructor-led lessons with cases involving hands on exercises. Each group of two students uses one OSS workstation or PC terminal with the possibility to connect to either real or test MSCs /BSCs.

Time schedule



1 • Introduction – Add/remove BTS with belonging cells 6 hours

2 • Reroute BTS 6 hours

3 • Add/remove TRX 6 hours

4 • BTS software management and move BSC 6 hours

• Export and import cell data using CNAI and summary 6 hours

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GSM OSS Delta R9.1 LZU 108 5879 R1A

Description This course describes new and enhanced features/functions in GSM OSS R9.1. The course is addressing the workareas: Configuration Management, Performance & Network Optimization and System Administration.

The course focuses on changes compared to GSM OSS R8.2 and does not introduce or discuss OSS applications or GSM Networks in general.


1. Describe Network Optimizers

2. Explain the new and enhanced Network Statistics features

3. Describe the software and hardware managers

4. Explain the new and enhanced Configuration Management features

5. Explain how System Administration is affected in R9.1

Target audience The target audience for this course is:

• Operation and Maintenance staff

• Network planners

• System Administrators

• NMC/OMC Managers

• Staff using GSM OSS for surveillance, configuration, optimization or system administration of GSM Networks.

Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with GSM OSS and GSM Networks or successfully have completed the following courses:


• GSM OSS Operation (LZU 108 5144)

• GSM OSS Statistics Handling (LZU 108 5080)


Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led seminars

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Time schedule



1 • Introduction to the new and enhanced features in OSS R9.1 1 hour

• Network Optimizers 2 hour

• Software and Hardware Managers 1 hour

• Configuration Management 1 hour

• System Administration 1 hour

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GSM OSS Network Optimizers

LZU 108 5963 R1A

Description This course deals with the GSM OSS tools for surveillance, optimization and troubleshooting of the GSM radio network. The course focus is on how to use the tools for setting up new measurements and how to generate and customize reports. Some important Radio Network characteristics are explained and some examples of how to interpret results and reports are discussed. Guidelines for optimization of the radio network and cell parameter settings are not covered during this course.

Learning objectives

On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1. Handle common RNO functions 1.1 Sort and filter data for recordings and results 1.2 Create Cell sets 1.3 Create Frequency sets 1.4 Create recordings 1.5 Schedule recordings 1.6 Configure and customize reports 2. Run MRR – Measurement Result Recording 2.1 Handle MRR reports 2.2 Use MRR for signal quality surveillance 2.2 Use MRR for trouble shooting 3. Run NCS/NOX – Neighboring cell support/Neighboring Optimization eXpert 3.1 Use NCS to find new possible neighbors 3.2 Use NCS to identify poor neighbor relations 3.3 Handle NOX change order recommendation 3.4 Handle the Barring Matrix 4. Run FAS/FOX – Frequency Allocation Support/Frequency Optimization eXpert 4.1 Use FAS for recording of uplink Interference 4.2 Use FAS for estimation of downlink interference 4.3 Use FOX in recommendation or automatic mode 5. Run TET – Traffic Estimation Tool 5.1 Interpret Traffic level and off load reports 6. Run R-PMO – Real Time Performance Monitoring 6.1 Activate Reports 6.2 Monitor real time events e.g. Signal strength, speach quality, droprate, handover success.

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7. Run RNR – Radio Network Recordings

7.1 Define:

• MTR recordings (Mobile Traffic Recording)

• CTR recordings (Cell Traffic Recording)

• CER recordings (Cell Events Recording)

7.2 Create:

• MTR reports

• CTR reports

• CER reports Target audience The target audience for this course is: • Radio Network Designers • Radio Network Operators

Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 113 078) The participants should be familiar with: Cell Planning and Radio Network tuning


Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led lessons, demonstrations and hands-on exercises. The exercises are mainly case oriented where the participant is expected to investigate applications and find their own solutions rather then following step by step instructions. The course can be conducted at an Ericsson training center or at a customer site. For hands-on exercises, one computer is needed for every two participants. Exercises benefit from being run on a live network.

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Time schedule




• MRR 3 hours

• NCS 1 hour

2 • NCS/NOX 2 hours

• FAS/FOX 3 hours

• TET 1 hour

3 • R-PMO 3 hours

• RNR 3 hours

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GSM OSS Network Statistics LZU 108 5962 R1A

Description This course deals with the following Network Statistics applications in GSM OSS: SMIA, SGw, SDM, PSA and NWSA/Business Objects. These applications support centralized collection, processing and storage of statistical data generated in STS/OMS subsystems in the AXE Network Elements BSC/MSC. The course covers aspects of how to set up measurements to generate reports using these applications. The course also covers how to configure thresholds for statistical alarms. For generation and manipulation of reports, a third party product, Business Objects, is used. The handling of this application is also covered in the course.

Learning objectives


1. For STS/OMS statistics basics for IOG/APG40 1.1 Identify object types to use, example 1.2 Check mdb configuration on IOG and APG40 1.3 Look for Causes to bad performance, example 2: For NWS-A Business objects report tool 2.1 Run predefined reports 2.2 Create and Modify tables 2.3 Turn a table into a chart 2.4 Manage reports 2.5 Filter, sort and rank data 2.6 Highlight data 2.7 Slice and dice 2.8 Zoom in levels, Drilling 2.9 Find areas for improvement example 2.10 Creat user defined reports 2.11 Distribute reports 2.12 Schedule reports 3: For SMIA – setting up a statistical measurement 3.1 Perform an audit 3.2 Select Object Types for STS-measurement 3.3 Schedule a STS-measurement 3.4 Verify that measurement is recorded into STS MDB in IOG 3.5 Verify STS FILE output and routing by MML 4: For SGw - Statistical Gateway, verify collection and processing of data 4.1 Login to SGw 4.2 Verify that files arrive in TMOS Filestore 4.3 Verify that files are processed by SGw 5: For SDM - Statistics Data Mart 5.1 Browse SDM database control parameters 5.2 Make NE active in SDM 5.3 Configure loading into SDM

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5.4 Check if data is loaded into SDM 5.5 Disable loading of object types not used 5.6 Define a new object set 5.7 Define a new resolution 6: Performance Statistical alarms 6.1 Create a PSA monitoring 7: Create a measurement and produce the output as a report in NWSAnalyzer/BO

Target audience The target audience for this course is: • Network Operators • Network Designers • Network Planners

Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: • GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 111 078) • GSM Statistics Introduction (LZU 108 5079)


Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led lessons, demonstrations and hands-on exercises. The exercises are mainly case oriented where the participant is expected to investigate applications and find their own solutions rather than following step by step instructions. For hands-on exercises, one computer is needed for every two participants. Exercises benefit from being run on a live network.

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1 • Introduction-NWS overview 1 hour

• Data collection-STS/OMS and IOG 1 hour

• Business objects – Generation of reports and modification of reports 4 hours

2 • SMIA – Measurement initiation in IOG20 and/or APG40 1 hour

• SGw – Statistical Gateway, Verify collection of data 1 hour

• SDM - Statistics Data Mart, Data storage 2 hours

• PSA – Statistical alarms 1 hour

• Case - Set up measurements and produce output in a report 1 hour

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GSM OSS R9 On Site Introduction LZU 108 5711 R2A

Description This course covers the OSS features installed at the customer site. The purpose of this course is to guide the customer in how to best utilize and administrate their OSS system after a commissioning or upgrade. The course is a mixture of theoretical and practical sessions, and focuses on how to practically handle the system in an efficient way. The customer will learn how to effectively manage the system, making it possible to get the system operative as soon as possible The On-site Introduction service is divided into two main parts, which can be ordered separately if desired. The first part covers OSS Introduction, Fault Management, Configuration Management and Performance Management, and the second part includes System Administration and Security Management. ON SITE INTRODUCTION - Applications This part of the service contains the following modules: • OSS Introduction This module is an overview of the different areas and the relations between them. It also describes the basic structure of the OSS. • Fault Management This module deals with Fault Management and the applications related to this area, including the command handling features of the OSS. • Configuration Management This module covers Configuration Management and applications related to this area. • Performance Management This module covers Performance Management and applications related to this area. ON-SITE INTRODUCTION - SA/SM This part of the service contains the following modules: • System Administration This module will deal with the daily, weekly and monthly maintenance tasks and other regular tasks to be performed by the systems administrator. It will also identify the corrective tasks related to a number of fault situations. • Security Management This module identifies the purpose of Security Management and the applications and procedures related to this area.

Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1. Describe how to use the OSS applications. 2. Better utilize OSS in the operation of the network, based upon pre-defined cases and the on-line documentation. 3. Perform basic OSS system administration. 4. Handle common error situations.

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Target audience The target audience for this course is personnel working with OSS, requiring an introduction in how to use OSS for network management purposes, within their respective work area.

Prerequisites Successful completion of the following courses: GSM System Survey LZU 108 852 or Radio Network Fundamentals (FAY 113 079) or related working experience.


Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led lessons in the classroom and practical exercises on a live network. The applications to be covered must be installed and running at the site. Since the course is a "hands on" training event, the customer must have performed the acceptance test on the system before course delivery. The workstations to be used during the service should be dimensioned to handle the load of the different OSS applications, to avoid performance problems. BSC R9 shall be installed and running to support full utilization of the new features in GSM OSS R9. All participants must have proper authority to use OSS. A System Administrator must be available during the duration of the whole course. The network should be available during the workshop for the initiation of measurements and the collection of data. The OSS user documentation and the System Administrators Guide shall be available during the workshop. For the best result, there should be no more than two participants per workstation and the consultant should have access to a separate workstation.

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Time schedule



1 • Introduction and security management 3 hours

• Fault Management 3 hours

2 • Fault Management 6 hours

3&4 • Network Configurators and Managers 12 hours

5 • Network statistics 6 hours

6 • Network Statistics 3 hours

• Network Optimizers 3 hours

7 • Network Optimizers 6 hours

8&9 • System Administration 12 hours

10 • System Administration 3 hours

• Security Management 3 hours

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GSM OSS R9 System Administration I LZU 108 5950

Description This course will give the student knowledge about administration of the GSM OSS R9 system. After the course the students will be able to handle the standard maintenance of an up-and-running system. The focus in the course is on the OSS platform and the student will gain thorough knowledge about how to handle processes, errors and authority in the OSS system. The course also covers fault management and network element connections. The course consists of modules with theoretical as well as practical sessions. The theoretical parts explain about the structure of the OSS platform and the network environment. In the practical sessions the students will be presented with the tasks required to administer and maintain an OSS system. The students solve the tasks on a training system, using the on-line documentation. The tasks are always concluded by an instructor lead discussion. It should be noted that this is not an OSS operations course, and neither does it give any information on how to operate or administer different telephony exchanges. Administration of new applications and features for the R9 system are covered in the GSM OSS R9 System Administration II course.

Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1. Describe the overall structure of an OSS system. 1.1. Describe the directory structure 1.2. Describe the disk, volume and file system structure 1.3. Describe how the Sybase database server is used by OSS and list the different OSS

databases in the system 1.4. Describe how the OSS is located in the LAN, WAN and X25 networks 1.5. Use the online documentation to find out how to perform system administrator tasks 2. Handle Authority Administration in the OSS system 2.1. Add new users to the OSS system using the script oss_adduser.sh 2.2. Describe the structure of the Administrative Model 2.3. Use TSS Authority Administration GUI and CLI to administer users, targets and activities 2.4. Use TSS Password Administration CLI 3. Manage processes in the OSS system 3.1. Describe the boot process in the OSS 3.2. Use the TBS interfaces for process and error management 3.3. Describe the TBS specific processes and configuration files 3.4. Describe how CORBA is used in the OSS system 3.5. Use the CLI and GUI for CORBA process management 3.6. Handle the Sybase database server processes 4. Use and describe the main components in the fault management system 4.1. Describe the flow of alarms from network elements to the alarm viewer applications 4.2. Configure the alarm viewer applications 4.3. Use Alarm Text Routing to forward incoming alarms to e.g. mail 4.4. Use TMOS Alarm Adaptation to handle internal errors from TBS in the fault management

system 5. Set up connections to network elements 5.1. List the different types communication cases between an OSS and network elements

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5.2. List the different communication protocols used in network element connections 5.3. Establish connection to an AXE/IOG type network element 6. Perform standard maintenance in the OSS system 6.1. Perform platform maintenance 6.2. Handle the scripts scheduled in the crontab 6.3. Handle backup of file systems using the RDT System Recovery 6.4. Handle backup of databases using RDT Database Recovery 6.5. Use System Diagnostics and Administration in RDT to monitor and administrate the OSS

system

Target audience The target audience for this course is OSS administrators-to-be who need to know the OSS system concept and how to perform standard maintenance in the system.

Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with GSM OSS application systems handling Or have successfully completed the following courses: GSM BSS Operation using OSS LZU 108 5952 GSM Network Surveillance LZU 108 5471/2 Or

Sybase: Fast track to Adaptive Server Enterprise Sun: Solaris System Administration I and II The participants should also be familiar with Veritas Volume Management.


Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led lessons and practical exercises. Each group of two students should have one OSS server with the possibility to connect to either a real or simulated AXE10 network element.

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Time schedule



1 • System administration introduction 1 hour

• GSM OSS system structure 2 hours

• On-line documentation 1 hour

• User administration 1 hour

• The administrative model 1 hour

2 • TSS authority administration 2 hours

• TSS password administration 1 hour

• Processes in the OSS 1 hour

• TBS process management 1 hour

• CORBA and Sybase service process management 1 hour

3 • Alarm flow 1 hour

• GNIP, ALV, ASM configuration 3 hours

• ATR 1 hour

• TAA 1 hour

4 • Network element connection overview 1 hour

• Configuration of NE connection using EHM 3 hours

• Configuration of NE connection using EHT 2 hours

5 • Platform maintenance 3 hours

• RDT diagnostics and administration script 1 hour

• Backup with RDT recovery scripts 2 hours

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GSM OSS R9 System Administration II LZU 108 5951 R1A

Description This course will covers the administration of the GSM OSS R9 system so that students can handle network element connections, application administration and corrective maintenance in the system. The focus is on giving a system administrator, who has participated in GSM OSS R9 System Administration I and has two to six months working experience, enough information to handle configuration, administration and troubleshooting of applications in the OSS. New features of the GSM OSS R9 system are also covered therefore the course can be tailored for those who have attended earlier versions of the system administration course. It should be noted that this is not an OSS operations course, and neither does it give any information on how to operate or administer different telephony exchanges. Platform maintenance is covered in the prerequisite course GSM OSS R9 System Administration I.

Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1. Handle network element connections. 1.1. Describe the different network element connection cases for the OSS 1.2. Setup connections in the OSS to AXE/IOG-20, AXE/APG-40 and GSN 1.3. Handle routing in AXE/IOG-20, AXE/APG-40 and GSN for alarms and files 1.4. Configure WinFIOL and LDAP 1.5. Setup statistical measurements in GSN 2. Handle backup and restore in the system 2.1. Describe and use UNIX and Sybase commands for file system and database backup and

restore 2.2. Handle single- and multi-user backup 2.3. Perform full and partial restore of file systems and databases 3. Application administration 3.1. Perform standard and corrective maintenance on PM (performance management), CM

(configuration management) and FM (fault management) applications 4. Troubleshooting 4.1. Describe and use troubleshooting tools in OSS, UNIX and Sybase 4.2. Isolate and retreive information about problems in the system 4.3. Describe the most common problem areas in the OSS 4.4. Perform corrective maintenence in the system

Target audience The target audience for this course is OSS administrators who has participated in OSS R9 SA and has working experience on the system.

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Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with: Veritas Volume Management Successful completion of the following courses or equivalent knowledge: GSM OSS R9 System Administration I LZU 108 5950 or GSM OSS R8.1 System Administration LZU 108 5298 Sybase: System and Database Administration SUN/Veritas: Veritas Volume Manager


Learning situation The course is mainly task-oriented where the students solve the tasks on a training system, using the on-line documentation and the student text. The tasks are always concluded by an instructor lead discussion. Some parts of the course will be conducted as theoretical lessions. The course requires one OSS server for every 2 students with the possibility to connect to IOG20, APG40 and GSN type network elements.



1 • Network element connections 6 hours

2 • Network element setup

• Backup and restore 6 hours

3 • Application administration 6 hours

4 • Troubleshooting 6 hours

5 • Troubleshooting cont. 4.5 hours

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GSM R9 Feature Overview LZU 108 5964 R1A

Description This course will provide students with an overview of the new features of GSM R9 and their added value to the operator.


1. List the key value areas of GSM R9

2. Outline the main features of EDGE and EGPRS, with the new business opportunities in mind.

2.1 Explain the EDGE and EGPRS technologies

2.2 Differentiate between available Coding Schemes

2.3 Explain how EDGE shall be implemented

2.4 List some of the possible business opportunities EDGE and EGPRS may offer

3. Explain the concept of GSM-WCDMA interworking and the benefits

3.1 Describe GSM-WCDMA Cell Reselection and Handover

3.2 List the benefits of inter-working between GSM and WCDMA

4. Explain the benefit of enhanced multiband support in Ericsson GSM System

4.1 Describe the Multi-Band BSC

4.2 Explain the advantages of Multi-Band networks

5. Outline the benefits of the new AMR system in GSM R9

5.1 Explain the AMR Codec Adaptation

5.2 Evaluate the full-rate and half-rate AMR capabilities

5.3 List the benefits of AMR

6. List and explain the new service drivers in GSM R9

6.1 Explain the new positioning methods offered in R9.1

6.2 Explain the benefits and the new business opportunities provided by the new positioning methods.

7. Describe the key benefits and features of AXE 810

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7.1 List the main components in AXE 810

7.2 List the key benefits of AXE 810

8. Describe the key features and benefits of GSN G 3.0

8.1 List the features of SGSN-G 3.0 and GGSN 4.0

9. List and explain the main new IN features provided by CAMEL 3.

9.1 Describe CAMEL control of GPRS and MO-SMS

Target audience The target audience for this course is both technical and non-technical personnel.

Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with earlier releases of the GSM system, such as R8 or R7.


Learning situation

This is an instructor-led seminar, consisting of theoretical training only.

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1 • Introduction 0.5 hr

• EDGE and GPRS 1.0 hr

• GSM-WCDMA interworking 0.5 hr

• Multi-Band Networks- GSM 800, 900, 1800, 1900 0.5 hr

• AMR- Adaptive Multi-Rate speech CODEC 1.0 hr

• GSM, GPRS and EDGE Subscriber Services 1.0 hr

• AXE 810 1.0 hr

• GSN G 3.0 1.0 hr

• CAMEL 0.5 hr

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GSM R9 Radio Network Features Delta LZU 108 5958 R1A

Description This course is intended for RF engineers involved in tuning activities of GSM networks. The purpose of the course is to provide RF engineers with knowledge of the updates of existing features and new features in R9.


1. Explain the major changes (from R8) in the following features 1.1 Frequency hopping and MAIO Management 1.2 Overlaid/Underlaid Subcells (BCCH in OL) 1.3 Channel Administration 1.4 Extended Range 2. Explain the new features in R9 and their impact on existing features 2.1 Decide the values of Adaptive Multirate parameters 2.2 Explain R-PMO (Real-time Performance Monitoring) 2.3 Explain Flexible Positioning Support 2.4 Explain GSM-UMTS Cell Selection and handover 3. Explain GPRS/EGPRS related features 3.1 Decide the values of GPRS/EGPRS Channel Administration parameters 3.2 Decide the values of GPRS/EGPRS Cell Selection parameters 3.3 Decide the values of GPRS/EGPRS Paging and DRX parameters 3.4 Decide the values of GPRS/EGPRS MS Power Control parameters 3.5 Describe and set the parameters controlling EGPRS Link Quality Control 3.6 Describe and set the parameters controlling GPRS Link Adaptation 3.7 Describe GPRS/EGPRS Quality of Service

Target audience The target audience for this course is RF engineers involved in different aspects of RF engineering, in particular, radio network optimization.

Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with the GSM network and successful completion of the following course: GSM Radio Network Features R8 (LZU 108 3704) or GSM Radio Network Tuning R8 (LZU 108 3298)


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Learning situation The course is instructor-led, with theoretical exercises and discussions.




• Changes in R8 to R9 features 2.5 hours

• Adaptive multirate 0.5 hours

• Real-time performance monitoring 0.5 hours

• Flexible positioning support 0.5 hours

• GSM-UMTS cell selection and handover 1 hour

2 • GPRS/EGPRS introduction 1 hour

• EGPRS link quality control 0.5 hours

• GPRS link adaptation 0.5 hours

• GPRS/EGPRS channel administration 1 hour

• GPRS/EGPRS Quality of Service 0.5 hours

• GPRS/EGPRS cell selection 1 hour

• GPRS/EGPRS paging and DRX 1 hour

• GPRS/EGPRS MS power control 0.5 hours

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GSM Radio Network Features LZU 108 3704 R5A

Description This course is intended for RF engineers involved in tuning activities of GSM networks. The purpose of the course is to provide RF engineers with knowledge of the different radio network features, the parameters governing them, and, where applicable, up to date recommendations of parameter settings.

Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1. Explain the Idle Mode behavior of the GSM network 1.1 Decide the values of Idle Mode parameters 2. Explain the Locating algorithm 2.1 Decide and tune the parameters that controls Locating 2.2 Explain the impact other auxilary radio network features have on Locating 3. Explain Channel Administration 3.1 Decide the values of Channel Administration parameters 3.2 Decide the values of Adaptive Multirate parameters 4. Explain Idle Channel Measurement 4.1 Decide the values of Idle Channel Measurement parameters 5. Explain the auxiliary radio network features 5.1 Decide the values of Intra-cell Handover parameters 5.2 Decide the values of Overlaid/Underlaid subcell parameters 5.3 Decide the values of Hierarchical Cell Structures parameters 5.4 Decide the values of Cell Load Sharing parameters 5.5 Decide the values of Assignment to Another Cell parameters 6. Explain the quality related features 6.1 Decide the values of Dynamic BTS/MS Power Control parameters 6.2 Decide the values of Frequency Hopping parameters 6.3 Explain and plan MAIO Management in FLP-networks 6.4 Decide the values of DTX parameters 7. Explain some optional features 7.1 Decide the values of Adaptive Configuration of Logical Channels parameters 7.2 Decide the values of Extended Range parameters 7.3 Explain some of the benefits by using Frequency Optimization Expert 7.4 Explain some of the benefits by using Neighboring Cell List Optimization Expert 7.5 Explain Flexible Positioning Support 7.6 Explain GSM-UMTS Cell Selection and handover 8. Explain GPRS related features

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8.1 Decide the values of GPRS Channel Administration parameters 8.2 Decide the values of GPRS Cell Selection parameters 8.3 Decide the values of GPRS Paging and DRX parameters 8.4 Decide the values of GPRS MS Power Control 8.5 Describe and set the parameters controlling EDGE 8.6 Describe GPRS Quality of Service

Target audience The target audience for this course is RF engineers involved in different aspects of RF engineering, in particular, radio network optimization.

Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with the GSM network and successful completion of the following: GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 113 078) GSM Cell Planning Principles 1 (LZU 108 3273)


Learning situation The course is instructor-led, with theoretical exercises and discussions.



1 • Introduction 0.5 hours

• Idle mode behaviour 2.5 hours

• Locating 3 hours

2 • Auxilary radio network features 6 hours

3 • Immediate assignment on TCH 0.25 hours

• Adaptive multirate 0.5 hours

• Channel administration 1.25 hours

• Immediate assignment on TCH 0.25 hours

• Idle channel measurement 0.25 hours

• Quality related features 3.5 hours

4 • Optional features 6 hours

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5 • GPRS introduction and EDGE 1.5 hours

• GPRS channel administration 1.5 hours

• GPRS cell selection 1 hour

• GPRS paging and DRX 1 hour

• GPRS MS power control 0.5 hours

• GPRS Quality of Service 0.5 hours

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GSM Radio Network Tuning LZU 108 3298 R5A

Description This course is intended for RF engineers involved in tuning activities of GSM networks. The purpose of the course is to provide RF engineers with both theoretical and practical competence of parameter settings and tuning activities. After attending this course the participants will be able to handle various tuning activities for GSM radio networks.

Learning objectives On completion of this course the participants will be able to: 1. Plan and dimension a GSM radio network 1.1 Perform a power balance and calculate nominal cell size 1.2 Calculate design criteria for different environments

2 Describe the general tuning processes and performance indicators in a GSM network 2.1 List different views of quality and which parts generally are considered 2.2 Describe some key performance Indicators for accessibility, retainability and service integrity 2.3 Explain the difference between BSA, SPR and RNI 3 Dimension logical channels 3.1 Perform dimensioning of SDCCH channels in different scenarios 3.2 Explain what impact AGBLK and the SDCCH configuration have on the size of a Location

Area 3.3 Estimate an upper limit of a Location Area 4 Tune radio networks 4.1 Perform analysis of statistical data and problems 4.2 Explain main radio parameters 4.3 Perform change of cell borders, hysteresis and offsets 4.4 Perform change of thresholds for HCS 4.5 Optimize radio network features 5 Analyze TEMS Investigation field measurements 5.1 Explain some different aspects of field measurements with TEMS 5.2 Explain the SQI, Speech Quality Index in TEMS 5.3 Identify some common problems in a network using TEMS 5.4 Analyze and evaluate TEMS Investigation logfiles 6 Interpret statistics and some key performance indicators 6.1 Explain some of the counters that can be retrieved from STS 6.2 Calculate some user formulas for the key performance indicators 6.3 Analyze and evaluate a number of key performance indicators 7 Describe the System Information messages 7.1 Describe the content of different types of system information messages 7.2 List the channels used to transmit the different messages

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7.3 Describe when system information messages are sent Target audience The target audience for this course is RF engineers involved in radio network tuning.


GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 113 078) GSM Cell Planning Principles 1 (LZU 108 3273) GSM Radio Network Features (LZU 108 3704)


Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led lessons with exercises and practical radio network tuning cases using a BSC simulator.

One PC for each group of three or four students is mandatory for the radio network tuning cases and for the TEMS Investigation case. TEMS Investigation must be installed on the PCs.

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1 • Introduction and Pre-test 1 hour

• Radio network dimensioning 0.5 hours

• Managing the quality of your radio network 1.5 hours

• RF guidelines 1 hour

• Dimensioning of logical channels 1 hour

• Parameter repetition 1 hour

2 • Radio tuning case 1 2 hours


• Radio tuning case 2 2 hours


3 • Radio tuning case 3 2 hours

• BSC STS User Formulas and Counters 2 hours

• BSC exchange properties 0.5 hours

• Radio tuning Case 4 1.5 hours

4 • Radio tuning Case 5 1.5 hours

• TEMS investigation 1 hour

• System information 0.5 hours

• Case study TEMS investigation 2 hours

• Post test 1 hour

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GSM RBS 2000 Maintenance Extended LZU 108 5749 R1A

Description This course focuses on Macro RBSs. RBS 2302 Micro (incl. Maxite) and RBS2401 Pico are excluded.


1. Use the System Documentation for information and guideline.

2. Describe the function of the hardware units in an Macro RBS 2000 cabinet on block diagram level.

3. Describe the main signaling and bus systems within the RBS 2000 hardware system.

4. Assemble, rebuilt and commission RBS configurations, including Master Extension.

5. Configure, commission and maintain Multi-Drop Configurations.

6. Use the OMT (Operation Maintenance Terminal) software tool for collecting advanced information concerning RBS performance and configuration.

7. Find and correct complex faults within the RBS software and hardware with the help of OMT, fault codes and the log files of the hardware units.

Target audience The target audience for this course are BTS-Technicians.

Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with:

• RBS 2000 Operation and Maintenance LZU 108 3269 or RBS 2000 Maintenance LZU 108 874

AND

• Have at least one-year experience in field maintenance of RBS2000-Systems.

Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 days and the maximum number of participants is 6

Learning situation This course is based on casework which includes instructor-led lessons and practical teamwork. Theoretical parts of the course are held in a classroom near the training equipment.

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Time schedule



1 Course Introduction 0.5 hours

Case 1 GSM BSS 1 hour

Case 2 RBS 2000 Signal Path and Buses 2 hours

Case 3 RBS Configurations 2 hours

2Finishing Case 3 incl. repetition of Day 1

Case 4: Advanced Information with OMT

Case 5: More than one RBS:Master/Extension and Multidrop

Case 6: Advanced Troubleshooting

Conclusion

1 hour

1.5 hours

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GSM RBS 2102/2202 Maintenance

LZU 108 874 R1B

Description This course provides newly employed BTS Field Maintenance personnel with competence, needed for basic maintenance procedures on RBS 2102/2202.

This is the core learning product for BTS Field Maintenance personnel. It can be combined with other learning products such as, RBS 200 Maintenance, Mini-Link E Maintenance, and DXX/DXC Maintenance, to provide BTS site competence.


1. Perform fault localization on RBS equipment and the antenna system.

2. Perform simple repair procedures and replace faulty hardware units.

3. Perform a test after corrective action (for example, test call, test of external alarms, climate system test and antenna system test).

4. Configure and install the correct IDB (Installation Data Base) using the OMT.

5. Monitor fault status and external alarms using the OMT.

6. Work according to the “RBS maintenance process” and interpret a work order from NMC/OMC.

7. Perform preventive maintenance on the RBS and the antenna system.

8. Fill in a Repair Delivery Note (“Blue Tag”) and a trouble report.

9. Handle replaced units in a proper manner.

Target audience The target audience for this course is GSM Operators BTS field maintenance staff working with maintenance of RBS equipment.

Prerequisites

The participants should be familiar with the basics of radio- and microwave technique.

• Or should have successfully attended the course GSM System Survey, LZU 108 852 or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 111 078)


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Learning situation

The course is instructor led with practical exercises. The focus is on hands-on RBS 2102/2202 maintenance (task oriented). Two RBS sites are needed and the environment should include battery-backup, antenna/feeder system and a PCM connection to a BSC) to simulate a normal working environment for the field technicians.

Time schedule



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GSM RBS 2206/2106 Site Maintenance LZU 108 5741 R1A

Description This course provides newly employed Radio Site Maintenance personnel with the competence needed to carry out basic maintenance procedures on RBS 2206/2106.

This is the core-learning product for new BTS Field Maintenance personnel working with RBS 2206/2106. It can be combined with other learning products such as Mini-Link E Maintenance and DXX/DXC Maintenance to provide BTS site competence. If the participants require knowledge of maintenance procedures for both RBS 2202/2102 and RBS 2206/2106, the recommendation is the course package of LZU 108 874 RBS 2000 Site Maintenance (3 days) and LZU 108 2042 GSM RBS 2206/2106 Test & Maintenance Delta (2 days).


1. Explain the RBS 2206/2106 functional build-up.

2. Explain different RBS 2206/2106 configurations.

3. Explain different Man Machine Interface (MMI).

4. Use the Operation and Maintenance Terminal (OMT)

5. Configure and install the correct Installation Data Base (IDB) using the OMT.

6. Monitor fault status and external alarms using the OMT.

7. Be able to find the required information in the manuals in order to identify and repair faults.

8. Work according to the “RBS maintenance process” and interpret a work order from NMC/OMC.

9. Be able to identify and repair faults in the BBS 2000 with and without a work order.

10. Be able to identify and repair faults in the RBS 2206/2106 with and without a work order.

11. Be able to identify and repair faults in the Antenna System with and without a work order.

12. Perform simple repair procedures and replace faulty hardware units.

13. Perform a test after corrective action (e.g. test external alarms, test of the antenna system, test calls using TEMS).

14. Perform preventive maintenance on the RBS and the antenna system.

15. Fill in a Repair Delivery Note (“Blue Tag”) and a Trouble Report.

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16. Handle replaced units in a proper manner.

Target audience The target audience for this course is RBS maintenance personnel that have no previous experience with RBS 2000 equipment and will begin with maintenance of the RBS 2206/2106.

The main target group for this course is Radio Site Maintenance personnel, employed by the Operator or working as Subcontractors for the Operator.

Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with radio and microwave technique.

Successful completion of the following courses:



Learning situation The course consists of instructor led theory with practical exercises.

2 to 3 RBS cabinets are needed and the environment should, as far as possible, be similar to a real site (including battery-backup, antenna/feeder system and a PCM connection to a BSC or a RBS Master II) to emulate a normal working environment for the field technicians.

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1 • Course Introduction & RBS 2000 Library 0.5 hours

• GSM/BSS Overview 0.5 hours

• RBS Functional Overview 3 hours

• Site Equipment Technical Data 1 hour

• RBS Configurations 2 hours

2 • Installation and Integration 1.5 hours

• OMT and Maintenance and Preventive Maintenance Procedures 3 hours

• Antenna Test 1.5 hours

3 • OMT and Operation and Maintenance Exercises 3 hours

• Operation and Maintenance Cases 3 hours

• Course Conclusion and Evaluation 0.5 hours

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GSM RBS 2202 Configuration and Expansion LZU 108 3791 R1A

Description This course is about the handling of the Ericsson RBS 2x06 systems when changing configuration of the cabinet and the radio system. Main focus of the course is how to practically expand and configure RBS 2x06 sites. The discussion of the systems structure and components is included in the course concept.


1. Explain the structure of the RBS 2x06 systems including the function of the systems components. 1.1 Explain the main functions of the different RBS components on block diagram level. 1.2 Describe the main difference between CDU-G and CDU-F and the impact on possible radio configurations. 2. Perform expansion and configuration of RBS2x06 systems according to given specifications 2.1 Explain basic RBS antenna configurations on block diagram level. 2.2 Install RUs according to Ericsson recommendation. 2.3 Explain which connections to establish when changing the RBS configuration. 2.4 Describe the different variants of Co-Siting solutions, their use and specific criteria.

Target audience The target audience for this course is personnel involved with expansion and configuration of RBS2x06. The course is primary designed for field technicians that will perform the expansion and reconfiguration.


RBS 2202/2102 Operation and Maintenance, LZU 1083269.

As this course is part of a training package, the participants should have followed the training flow for RBS Field Maintenance (FAY 113 089) and RBS Integration and expansion (FAY 113 090), described in the Training Package Description GSM R9.


Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led lessons and practical exercises.

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Time schedule



1 • Introduction 60 min

• Module1 RBS 2x06 hardware components and function 90 min

• Module 2 RBS 2106/2206 Antenna Configurations 90 min

• Module 3 RU Installation 60 min

2 • Module 4 RBS 2x06 connections 90 min

• Module 5 Co-siting solutions 240 min

• Conclusion 60 min

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GSM RBS 2206/2106 Test and Maintenance Delta LZU 108 2042 R1B

Description This course introduces the participants to the RBS 2206 and RBS 2106 base stations, its site testing process as well as maintenance procedures. The course is a delta course, which means it only discusses differences between RBS 2102/2202 series and the RBS 2206/2106.


1. Describe the basic product data of the RBS 2206/2106

1.1 List the RBS 2206/2106 features

1.2 Explain features of the BBS 2000

1.3 Explain features of the DF for RBS 2206 as well as DF for RBS 2106

2. Identify the RBS 2000 hardware units and explain their functions

2.1 List the RBS 2206/2106 standard units features and functions

2.2 List the RBS 2206/2106 optional units features and functions

2.3 Explain interfaces between units in RBS 2206/2106

2.4 List the BBS 2000 units and explain their functions

3. Explain functions of the RBS units on a block level

3.1 Explain how the radio part of the RBS functions

3.2 Explain how the climate system functions in the RBS

3.3 Explain how the power system works in the RBS

4. Describe RBS 2206/2106 configuration possibilities

4.1 Describe the configurations with CDU G

4.2 Describe the configurations with CDU F

4.3 Describe the dual band configurations

4.4 List some customer specific configurations

5. Explain the principles of Site Installation Test on the RBS 2206/2106

5.1 Perform complete Site Installation Test on the RBS 2206/2106

5.2 Set up and configure various IDB configurations for the RBS

6. Explain the man-machine interface (MMI) of the RBS 2206/2106

6.1 Recognize different optical indicators on the RBS units and interpret their meaning

6.2 List some extra OMT features for the RBS 2206/2106

7. Explain the maintenance routines of the RBS 2206/2106

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7.1 Explain the differences in maintenance routines between RBS 2206/2106 and RBS 2202/2102

7.2 Describe preventive maintenance routines on the RBS 2206/2106

Target audience The target audience for this course is personnel working with such aspects of RBS 2206/2106 as Maintenance, Integration or Testing. It is also intended for those who have experience with RBS 2202/2102 and would like to extend his/her knowledge to RBS 2x06.


RBS 2000 Operation & Maintenance (LZU 108 3269)

or

RBS 2202/2102 Test & Integration Course (LZU 108 5600) and RBS 2202/2102 Site Maintenance Course (LZU 108 874)

The participants should also have knowledge equivalent to the System Survey course (LZU 108 852)


Learning situation

This course is instructor led with practical exercises.

2 RBS 2206 or 2106 are needed. The number of the RBSs can be decreased if the number of participants is smaller.

Time schedule



1 • RBS 2206/2106 Product Data

• Hardware Overview

• RBS 2206/2106 Configurations

• Site Installation Test

• Man-Machine Interface

• Maintenance

6 hours

2 • Practical Exercises 6 hours

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GSM SGSN-G GGSN Delta LZU 108 5490 R1A

Description This course outlines the differences in the Serving GPRS Support Node (SGSN) G 3.0 node compared to GSM SGSN G 2.2. This course also outlines the differences in the Gateway GPRS Support Node (GGSN) 4.0 compared to GSM GGSN G 2.2.

The course presents the technical changes in terms of hardware, software, platform and connections in the GSM R8 & R9 Core Network. The objective is to highlight the new and enhanced features and changes in the handling and operation of the system.


1. List and explain the new subscriber features provided with SGSN G 3.0 e.g. EDGE support, Payload compression and multiple Packet Data Protocol (PDP) contexts per subscriber.

2. List and explain the new charging functions e.g. charging according to 3GPP R99 recommendations and support for CAMEL phase 3.

3. List and explain the upgrade procedures including the migration path and the possible new hardware layouts for SGSN G 3.0 and GGSN 4.0.

4. Explain the new and enhanced basic node features available for SGSN and GGSN e.g. dynamic root menu, surveillance of ATM links.

5. Explain the new and enhanced features of GGSN 4.0 e.g. extended RADIUS functionality, lawful interception on GGSN.

6. Explain the new and enhanced CN-OSS features to support the GSN in the network e.g. remote software upgrade, performance measurement and changes in GSN configuration handling.

Target audience The target audience for this course is personnel working in the area of administration, operation, maintenance and configuration such as

• Core Network Systems Engineer

• Core Network Systems Specialist.

The target audience for internal staff of the course is the following groups:

• Core Network Support

• Core Network Integration

• Core Network Operation and Maintenance.

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Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with SGSN G 2.2 and GGSN G 2.2 implementation.


Learning situation Instructor-led training

Time schedule



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GSM Signaling in the Core Network LZU 108 897/2 R5A

Description This course is designed to give the participant an overview of signaling technologies used to manage and control voice calls in the Core Network for GSM.


1. Explain the structure of the Signaling System No. 7.

2. Explain the different functions of Signaling System No. 7 in GSM

3. Be familiar with user plane protocol stacks.

4. Be familiar with the signaling on the G- and I-interfaces.

5. Explain the H.248/GCP and BICC signaling in detail.

6. Explain the function of bearer signaling.

7. Explain the BSSAP signaling in detail.

Target audience

This course is intended for:



• ATM Transport Network Specialist

• First, second and third line Support Engineers (Ericsson internal)

• Core Network Integration Engineers (Ericsson internal)




• GSM Operation Handling in MSC/BSC (LZU 108 5024/2)

• GSM MSC/VLR Operation (LZU 108 5448/2)

or equivalent knowledge.

Experience from Ericsson’s GSM system is recommended.

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Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led including theoretical lessons and theoretical exercises.

Time Schedule



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GSM Statistics Introduction LZU 108 5079 R1A

Description This course introduces the basics behind statistics for GSM. This will be accomplished by setting up reports for Statistics and Traffic Measurement Subsystem (STS) and Operation and Maintenance Subsystem (OMS).


1. Collect data for STS.

2. Store data for STS.

3. Process data for STS, which includes creating formulas.

4. Present alphanumeric or file reports for STS.

5. Order reports for OMS.

6. Initiate Active BA-List Recording (ABA).

Target audience

This course is intended for:

• Technical Managers

• Network Engineers who plan, optimize, and improve networks on radio and switching (node and transmission)

• Those who fetch statistics

• Operations staff who need to spot potential problems in the radio network


• GSM System Introduction LZU 108 3279

• Introduction to AXE 10 LZU 103 506

Or

Knowledge of AXE command handling

Ability to handle Dynatext/ALEX to retrieve information

Network Management Center (NMC) I Platform or equivalent experience


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Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led including theoretical lessons and practical exercises.

A running AXE exchange and valid software (WINFIOL and Command Handling) loaded on terminals is required.

Time Schedule



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GSM System Introduction LZU 108 3279 R3A

Description This introductory course will provide students with sufficient information to Explain the basic principles for mobile telephony in GSM. The course focuses on GSM terminology, concepts and the function of network elements in the GSM network.

Learning objectives


1. Describe the GSM standard 1.1. Describe the philosophy of Global System for Mobile (GSM) as a global common standard 1.2. Describe the GSM network components 1.3. Describe the GSM geographical network structure 1.4. Describe the GSM frequency bands 1.5. Describe the terminology used in GSM traffic cases 2. Describe GSM network components 2.1. Describe the basic Switching System (SS) structure 2.2. Describe the basic SS functionality 2.3. Describe the basic Base Station System (BSS) structure 2.4. Describe the basic BSS functionality 2.5. Describe the main functionality of each network element 2.6. Describe the functions of a mobile station 2.7. Describe the reason for separated subscription and telephony equipment 3. Describe some basic concepts of wireless communications 3.1. Describe the concept of frequencies 3.2. Describe the Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) technique 3.3. Describe some the transmission problems 3.4. Describe the methods used to solve transmission problems

4. Describe some basic traffic cases in a mobile network 4.1. Describe how the different network elements interact in various traffic cases 5. Describe the charging principles applied in a mobile network 5.1. Describe the basic principles of charging in a GSM network 5.2 Describe the future of charging in a mobile network

6. Describe the subscriber services available in a mobile network 6.1. Describe the types of subscriber services in the network 7. Describe the process of planning a cellular network 7.1. Describe basic cell planning concepts 7.2. Describe the cell planning process

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8. Describe the systems for managing a cellular network 8.1. Describe the concept of centralized operation and maintenance 8.2. Describe Ericsson’s Operations and Support System (OSS)

Target audience The target audience for this course would be non-technical personnel requiring an overview of an Ericsson GSM network. Typical participants would be managers or marketing personnel.

Prerequisites There are no prerequisites for this course.


Learning situation The course is based on instructor-led lessons and theoretical exercises in the classroom. Time schedule The time required always depends on the knowledge of the attending participants and the hours stated below can be used as estimate.

Day Topics covered during course Estimated time

1 • Introduction to Mobile telecommunications and GSM 0.5 hrs

1 • Network Components 1.0 hrs

1 • Exercise 1 0.5 hrs

1 • Basic Wireless Concepts 1.25 hrs

1 • Basic Traffic Cases 1.0 hrs

1 • Services and Charging 0.5 hrs

1 • Network Planning and Management 0.75 hrs

1 • Exercise 2 0.5 hrs

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GSM System Survey LZU 108 852 R4A

Description This course focuses on providing participants with knowledge about Ericsson’s GSM based systems, GSM 800/900/1800/1900. The course focuses on GSM terminology, wireless concepts, functions of network nodes, and the Ericsson implementation of those network nodes.


1. Describe the GSM network at an overview level 1.1. List one benefit of having a standard 1.2. Describe the history of GSM development 1.3. List three network components and briefly describe their functionality 1.4. Describe the GSM geographical network structure 1.5. List the GSM frequency bands 1.6. List three subscriber services provided in the GSM network 2. Describe Ericsson’s implementation of a GSM network 2.1. List three network components in Ericsson’s GSM system and briefly describe their functionality 2.2. List three optional additional network entities and briefly describe their function 3. Explain the basic concepts of wireless communication 3.1. Briefly describe the Time Division Multiple Access technique (TDMA) 3.2. List 2 transmission problems and their solutions 3.3. Explain how Adaptive Multi-Rate (AMR) can increase capacity 4. Outline the main features of the air interface in GSM networks 4.1. Explain the difference between a physical channel and a logical channel 4.2. Name 3 logical channels 4.3. List one important piece of information sent on each of 3 different logical channels 4.4. Briefly describe the idea of mapping 5. Describe basic AXE principles and the main components and features 5.1. Describe briefly the function of APZ and APT 5.2. Describe the different functions that can be implemented using AXE platform modularity 5.3. Explain briefly how the group switch switches calls 5.4. Describe the structure of a PCM link 5.5. Describe the AXE 810 hardware structure 6. Describe each node’s function in the GSM switching system 6.1. Name 3 nodes in the Switching System 6.2. List which two nodes are contacted for the security procedure in the GSM system. 6.3. Briefly explain the purpose of Authentication, Ciphering and Equipment Check. 7. Describe BSS Components, their functions, features and required specifications 7.1. Explain that the BSC controls the radio resources for the RBS 7.2. Outline the main working functions of a BSC, TRC and RBS

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7.3. Outline that an RBS contains a transmitter and a receiver and is the interface towards the MS 7.4. Describe briefly the 3 different positioning methods available with Flexible Positioning Support CGI+TA, E-OTD and A-GPS positioning, 8. Describe the function of the GSM Mobile Station 8.1. List two important pieces of information stored on the SIM-card 8.2. List one advantage of having a separation between telephony equipment (ME) and subscription (SIM-card) 8.3. Describe the product categories of the Mobile Station (MS) 9. Describe the interaction between network elements in different traffic cases 9.1. List one purpose per GSM ID-number (MSISDN, IMSI, TMSI, MSRN, LAI) 9.2. Briefly explain the meaning of handover, locating and location updating. 9.3. Briefly explain how a traffic case works: mention three nodes, their role and in what order they are involved. 10. Describe cell planning principles in GSM networks 10.1. Describe 3 stages in the cell planning process 10.2. Explain the terms ‘Grade of Service’ (GOS) and ‘Erlang’ 10.3. Name 2 types of Interference 10.4. Explain what is meant by the term ‘Hierarchical Cell Structure’ 10.5. Describe briefly the feature ‘BCCH in Overlaid Subcell’ 11. Describe the tools used for operation and maintenance functions in GSM networks 11.1. Describe the Telecommunications Management and Operations Support philosophy 11.2. Describe the functions and architecture of Operations and Support System 11.3. Describe the implementation of the Service Order Gateway 11.4. Describe the implementation of the Billing Gateway 12. Describe the subscriber services offered by GSM 12.1. List the different types of services available in the network 12.2. Identify one of each of the following service types in the network: teleservices, bearer services and supplementary services 12.3. Identify one of the Ericsson innovative services in the network 12.4. Briefly describe the mobile intelligent network (MIN) services available with Ericsson’s GSM systems 12.5. Briefly describe the MIN nodes, SSP, SCP, SDP and SRF 12.6. Explain the need and advantages of the CAMEL system. 13. Outline the charging system in GSM networks 13.1. Explain the charging principles 13.2. List 3 call component 13.3. Explain the future of billing 14. Describe the future functionality of GSM based systems 14.1. Describe the data transmission services which GSM offers 14.2. Describe a GSM data traffic case 14.3. Describe the data transmission services which GPRS offer 14.4. Describe a GPRS data traffic case 15. Describe the possible future functionality of GSM based systems

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15.1. Describe the evolution of GSM to WCDMA systems 15.2. Describe the technologies that will bridge these 2 systems including HSCSD, EDGE and GPRS 15.3. Describe the 3G system

Target audience The target audience for this course is intended for personnel requiring a technical introduction to Ericsson’s GSM systems. Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with the GSM System Introduction (LZU 108 3279) course material or equivalent knowledge.

Duration and class size The length of the course is 4 days and the maximum number of participants is 16. Learning situation The course is a classroom based instructor-led course. The exercises are theoretical, covering each topic of the course.

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1 • Course Introduction & pre-course test 0.75

• Introduction to Mobile Telecommunications and GSM 1.5

• Overview of Ericsson’s GSM Systems .5

• Introduction to AXE 1.5

• Switching System 1.5

2 • Base Station System 1.5

• Mobile Station .5

• Wireless Concepts 2.25

• Channel Concepts 2.0

3 • Traffic Cases 2.5

• Cell Planning 1.5

• Operation and Maintenance tools 1.0

• Mobile IN and Subscriber Services 1.0

4 • Charging and accounting .5

• GPRS and Data Services 2

• The future of GSM – Migration to WCDMA 2

• Optional Components (Appendix A-B) 1

4 • Post-course Test 0.5

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GSM TEMS Cell Planner user LZU 108 3886 R4B

Description This course enables participants to use TEMS Cell Planner for 2G and 2,5G planning.


1. Start TEMS Cell Planner and Create a new project 2. Define 9999 prediction model Create site template Define a 9999 prediction model Make coverage predictions Create coverage arrays Define filters 3. Add carriers to the project

Define frequency reuse patterns Create neighbour relations Create interference table Make automatic frequency plans

4. Define coding schemas Create GPRS/EGPRS best sever arrays Make traffic analysis for both voice and data traffic

5. Use the urban model for coverage predictions 6. Generate various reports 7. Tune the propagation model 9999

Target audience The course is intended for radio network engineers actively working with cell planning issues.

Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with the GSM network or successful completion of the following courses: • GSM System Survey (LZU 108 852) or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 111 078)

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GSM-Cell Planning Principles 1 (LZU 108 3273)


Learning situation The course is a mix between instructor led training and work with the tool.

Time schedule



1 • Setting up a new project, chapter 1 1 hour

• Nominal Cell plan, chapter 2 5 hours

2 • Frequency Planning, chapter 3 4 hours

• GPRS Planning, chapter 4 2 hours

3 • GPRS Planning cont. 1 hour

• Urban Modeling, chapter 5 2 hours

• Model Tuning, chapter 7 2 hours

• Report Generation, chapter 6 1 hour

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NWS On-site Workshop LZU 108 5954 R1A

Description This course provides information on how to improve the performance of the network by using data from the reports generated by NWS (Network Statistics). Lead by an experienced Ericsson Consultant, this workshop provides the opportunity to explore the full capabilities of NWS.

The overall objective of the workshop is to assure that NWS is implemented and utilized in the best possible way.


1. Describe how to handle the NWS applications

2. Better utilize NWS in the daily operation of the network

3. Use NWS reports as decision data in order to improve the network quality

4. Use NWS in collaboration with other OSS (Operation Support System) applications

Target audience The target audience for this course are those responsible for the advanced utilization of NWS.


Information not currently available.


Learning situation NWS must be installed and running on site. Performance measurement data should be available during the workshop.

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Time schedule



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RNO On-Site Workshop LZU 108 5953 R1A

Description This course covers the applications within the Radio Network Optimisation package.

It’s purpose is to increase the customer’s ability to improve the performance of the network by using data from the reports generated by FAS, NCS, MRR and TET. If applicable, the optional applications, Neighbouring Cell List Optimisation Expert (NOX) and Frequency Optimisation Expert (FOX) are also covered.


1. Handle to RNO applications FAS, NCS, MRR, TET, NOX and FOX.

2. Better utilise FAS in the operation of the network, by establishing an efficient work process for frequency allocation and optimisation.

3. Better utilise NCS in the operation of the network, by establishing an efficient work process for BA list optimisation.

4. Better utilise MRR in the operation of the network, by identifying different tasks where MRR can be utilised as an efficient tool.

5. Interpret the NOX reports and Explain the different operational modes of NOX.

6. Use RNO reports as decision data, i.e. to be able to interpret the information that is presented, in order to improve the radio network quality.

7. Use the RNO applications in collaboration with other OSS applications in order to enhance network optimisation skills.

8. Perform basic system administration related to the RNO products.

9. Decrease the time spent on frequency reallocation and BA list analysis.

10. Speed up the integration of new cells.

Target audience The target audience for this course is personnel working as radio network optimisers and cell planners.

Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with cell planning and radio network optimisers.


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Learning situation This course is instructor led theory and practical exercises. The requirements are that the following are installed and running correctly at the site of the workshop:

- The RNO applications

- BSC R8 or later

- NWS (if related modules are included in the workshop).

All workshop participants must have authority to use the RNO applications and implement changes in the network (using CAN).

The network shall be available during the workshop so measurements can be initiated and data collected.

The OSS user documentation shall be available during the workshop.

Time schedule



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Using the FMX tool LZU 108 5148 R1A

Description This course covers the purpose of FMX regarding the contents, functionality and the connection to other applications in the management system.

The course discusses the use of FMX as a tool to develop and maintain an expert system for intelligent alarm handling, that is, to embody and apply expertise knowledge in rules which are put into FMX modules. The main focus is on how to create, develop and administrate FMX modules and rules.

In a safe training environment the students are guided through structured exercises, where mistakes are turned into a learning situation instead of network problems. The course can also be delivered On-Site.


1.Describe what FMX is

2. Describe where and how FMX is used in the management system and Explain the purpose of FMX

3. Describe the general flow of an alarm record when FMX is used

4. Describe the concepts of module, event discriminator and rule

5. Use the FMX user interfaces and tasks

6. Create and maintain FMX modules

7. Create rules in the FMX Rule editor

8. Test FMX modules and their contents

9. Work according to a workflow

10. Use tools for rule design

11. Use and configure the different building blocks in the Rule Editor

12. Design and create own FMX alarms

13. Describe the concept of object and attributes used in FMX

14. Use more advanced features and rule implementation

15. Create more advanced FMX rules and modules

16. Use advanced scripts to execute actions and retrieve results between FMX and a network element

17. Use FMX for interaction with the UNIX environment

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Target audience The target audience for this course is intended for future FMX developers, who need to know the FMX concept and how to develop and maintain FMX modules. However, anyone who will come in contact with FMX can also benefit from this course. FMX administrators and FM users in a system with FMX installed and running.

Prerequisites The student should have successfully completed the following courses:

• Telecom ABC LZU 107 12

• OSS Operation course or equivalent knowledge in the Fault Management area

They should also have experience in object oriented programming.


Learning situation This learning product is delivered by an instructor. The instructor works with the student to implement knowledge. The role of the instructor is to assist and guide the personnel to solve their own problems, using existing methods, tools, and routines.



1 • What is FMX? 1 hour

• Working with FMX 3 hours

• Tools for Rule Design 2 hours

2 • Tools for Rule Design 6 hours

3 • Tools for Rule Design 6 hours

4 • Features and Rule Implementation 6 hours

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Web Based Learning

GSM System Survey LZU 108 4513 R3A

Description This course is designed to provide the student with a basic knowledge of the Ericsson GSM . The course content will review the core components of the Switching System (SS), Base Station System (BSS), Base Transceiver Station (BTS), Operation Support System (OSS). The student will demonstrate knowledge of terminology, hardware and components, and the planning and operational processes related to a GSM Network.


4 List the basic technical specifications and services of a GSM Network 5 Identify the basic network architecture, systems, and functions of a GSM Network 6 Describe the different types of mobile station equipment, classes, and features 7 Describe the Switching System (SS) architecture and functionality 8 Describe the Base Station System (BSS) 9 Identify the steps involved in the Cell Planning process, cell patterns, and key terminology 10 Identify the primary function and features of the Operation Support System (OSS)

Target audience The target audience for this course is installation and maintenance personnel, Sales/Marketing, Management, Administrative, and/or any personnel associated with Ericsson digital mobile communication equipment.

Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with the basic mobile telephony theory. No prerequisite courses are required.


Learning situation The course is based on internet web-based learning lessons and practical exercises.

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Time schedule




1 • Subscriber Services .30 mins

1 • System Overview 1 hour

1 • Digital Radio Transmission .30 mins

1 • Mobile Stations .30 mins

1 • Air Interface .30 mins

1 • Identity Numbers .30 mins

2 • Switching System 1 hour

2 • Base Station System .30 mins

2 • Traffic Cases .30 mins

2 • Cell Planning .30 mins

2 • Operations Support System .30 mins

2 • Charging .30 mins

2 • Data Calls and GPRS 1 hour

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GSM Traffic Cases LZU 108 5492 R1A

Description This course is a web-based course and explains on overview level the most important steps for different call situations for data and speech calls in a GSM network including GPRS. Besides data and speech traffic, mobile procedures like IMSI attach, IMSI detach and location update are covered as well. While following the traffic cases the students get a better understanding of the functionality of each network node.

The web-based course presentation visualizes animated message flows and an information area where the explanatory text is shown. Different levels of details are presented.

After the course the improved knowledge of the student can be tested in a question and answer session.

The participant will explore each traffic case and follow on the screen the respective signaling flow. In the introduction to each case, the concepts and terms are explained and the flow is in detail visualized.

The information window and the pop-up windows will provide additional information about the current message and explanation of what happens in the receiving party when the message is received.


List and explain the signaling interfaces involved and the respective message flow for the following traffic cases:

1. IMSI attach

2. IMSI detach

3. Location update

4. MS originated speech call

5. MS terminated speech call

6. Intra- and Inter-MSC Handover

7. GSM GPRS attach

8. GSM GPRS detach

9. GSM PDP Context Activation

10. GSM PDP Context Deactivation

11. GPRS Location update procedures

Search and find information in WBL about the main nodes involved in the traffic case.

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Target audience The target audience for this course is customer and Ericsson personnel having working tasks in GSM-GPRS Systems. The course is mandatory for the following job categories:

• Core Network Engineer,

• Core Network Technician

• Core Network Specialist GSN

• GSN System Administrator

• Core Network Engineer Statistics

• Core Network Engineer Charging

• Core Network Engineer Planning

Prerequisites The student should have successfully completed the following courses:

GSM System Survey LZU 108 852 or GSM Network Fundamentals (FAY 113 078)

Duration and class size The length of the course is 2 hours.

Learning situation This is a web based learning product.



1 • GSM Traffic Cases 16 mins 12 secs

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Streaming Videos

AMR, Adaptive Multi-Rate Codec (SV) LZN 901 0288 R1A

Description This streaming video presentation is intended to provide students with an overview of the benefits of the new AMR system in GSM R9.


1. Outline the benefits of the new AMR system in GSM R9

2. Understand the AMR Codec Adaptation

2.1 Evaluate the full-rate and half-rate AMR capabilities

2.2 List the benefits of AMR

Target audience The target audience for this streaming video is both technical and non-technical personnel.

Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with GSM R8.

Duration The length of this streaming video is approx. 15 minutes.

Learning situation.

This learning product is in streaming video format.



1 • AMR features and benefits 16 mins 12 secs

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AXE 810 (SV) LZN 901 0281 R1A

Description This streaming video presentation is intended to provide students with an overview of key features and benefits of the AXE 810 in relation to GSM R9.


1. Describe the key benefits and features of AXE 810

2. List the main components in AXE 810

3. List the key benefits of AXE 810




Learning situation.This learning product is in streaming video format.



1 • AXE 810 features and benefits 20 mins 50 secs

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CAMEL (SV) LZN 901 0282 R1A

Description This streaming video presentation is intended to provide students with an overview of the benefits of CAMEL in GSM R9.


1. Outline the benefits of Customized Applications for Mobile network Enhanced Logic (CAMEL) phase 3

2. List the benefits of CAMEL phase 3

3. Describe some IN services, such as pre-paid GPRS


Prerequisites The participants should be familiar with CAMEL phase 2.





1 • CAMEL phase 3 features and benefits 23 mins 00 secs

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EDGE and EGPRS (SV) LZN 901 0285 R1A

Description This streaming video presentation will provide students with an overview of EDGE and EGPRS.


1. Outline the main features of EDGE and EGPRS, with regard to the new business opportunities this new technology offers to operators

2. Explain the EDGE and EGPRS technologies

3. Differentiate between available Coding Schemes

4. Explain how EDGE shall be implemented

5. List some of the possible business opportunities EDGE and EGPRS may offer







1 • EDGE and EGPRS features and benefits 23 mins 05 secs

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GSM, GPRS and EDGE Subscriber Services (SV) LZN 901 0289 R1A

Description This course is intended to provide students with an overview of the new subscriber services offered by GSM R9; in particular services with improved positioning capabilities.


1. Describe the new subscriber services offered by GSM R9, including improved positioning capabilities

2. Describe CGI+TA, E-OTD and A-GPS positioning

3. Explain how the flexible positioning support operates






Day Topics covered in the course Estimated time

1 • GSM, GPRS and EDGE service drivers 20 mins 30 secs

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GSM-WCDMA Interworking (SV) LZN 901 0286 R1A

Description This streaming video presentation will provide students with an overview of GSM-WCDMA interworking in GSM R9 and the benefits offered to the operator.


1. Explain the concept of GSM-WCDMA interworking and the benefits

2. Describe GSM-WCDMA Cell Reselection and Handover

3. List the benefits of inter-working between GSM and WCDMA



Duration The length of the streaming video is approx.20 minutes.

Learning situation This learning product is in streaming video format.



1 • GSM-WCDMA Interworking features and benefits 21 mins 32 secs

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GSN-G 3.0 (SV) LZN 901 0458 R1A

Description This course is intended to provide students with an overview of the new features in the SGSN-G 3.0 and the GGSN 4.0 and their benefits.


1. List the main features of the SGSN-G 3.0 and explain their benefits.

2. List the main features of the GGSN 4.0 and explain their benefits






Day Topics covered in the course Estimated time

1 • SGSN-G 3.0 21 mins 18 secs

1 • GGSN 4.0 12 mins 52 secs

34 mins 10 secs

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Introduction to GSM R9 Features (SV) LZN 901 0457 R1A

Description This streaming video presentation is intended to provide students with an overview of key features introduced in GSM R9.


1. List and briefly explain the main deliverables of GSM R9.

2. List the Key values of GSM R9.

3. Explain what main deliverables contribute to which value.







1 • GSM R9 features and benefits 11 mins 27 secs

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Multi-Band Networks- GSM 800/900/1800/1900 (SV) LZN 901 0287 R1A

Description This streaming video presentation intends to provide the student with an overview of GSM R9 Multi-band capabilities and its benefits.


1. Explain the benefit of enhanced multiband support in Ericsson GSM System

2. Describe the Multi-Band BSC

3. Explain the advantages of Multi-Band networks



Duration The length of the streaming video is approx. 10 minutes.




1 • Multi-band networks - features and benefits 9 mins 03 secs

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