5G and ORAN: Mastering Next-Gen Mobile Networks

Course Description

This comprehensive 5-day course provides in-depth knowledge of 5G and Open Radio Access Network (ORAN) technologies. Participants will explore 5G architecture, ORAN principles, interfaces, and deployment strategies. The course combines theoretical concepts with practical hands-on sessions, enabling attendees to gain real-world skills in implementing and optimizing 5G ORAN networks.

Learning Objectives

• Understand 5G architecture and its key components
• Master ORAN principles, architecture, and interfaces
• Develop skills in deploying and optimizing 5G ORAN networks
• Gain hands-on experience with ORAN implementation and troubleshooting
• Learn about emerging trends and future developments in 5G and ORAN

Course Modules

Day 1: Introduction to 5G and ORAN

• 5G architecture overview
• Evolution from traditional RAN to ORAN
• ORAN Alliance and ecosystem
• Key drivers and benefits of ORAN

Day 2: ORAN Architecture and Interfaces

• ORAN reference architecture
• Open Fronthaul specifications
• RAN Intelligent Controller (RIC)
• O-CU, O-DU, and O-RU components

Day 3: ORAN Deployment Strategies

• Virtualization and cloud-native principles
• Network slicing in ORAN
• Integration with 5G Core
• Security considerations in ORAN

Day 4: ORAN Implementation and Optimization

• xApps and rApps development
• AI/ML in ORAN for network optimization
• Performance management and monitoring
• Troubleshooting ORAN networks

Day 5: Advanced Topics and Future Trends

• Open RAN testing and certification
• Emerging use cases for ORAN
• Beyond 5G: 6G and future radio technologies
• Hands-on project: ORAN network design

Practical Wins for Participants

• Ability to design and deploy 5G ORAN networks
• Hands-on experience with ORAN interfaces and components
• Skills to develop and optimize xApps and rApps
• Understanding of AI/ML applications in ORAN for network enhancement