Ultra-dense networks for 5G and its evolution

The fifth generation of mobile communications (5G) ir currently being deployed, and  will add high reliability and low-latency machine-to-machine communications to increased data speeds for broadband communications. 

To do this, 5G incorporates new features of both radio technologies and architecture, which must continue to evolve so it can provide new applications and services - some of which we have not yet imagined. One of the keys to this evolution is ultra-dense networks made up of small cells. 

With the Ultra-dense networks for 5G and its evolution course, we present the fundamentals, architecture, key technologies, use cases. and evolution of 5G mobile communication systems, with an emphasis on increasing capacity and reducing power that facilitates the deployment of small cells. 

The course has been prepared by the researchers of the European project TeamUp5G, young and senior researchers working to improve small cells in 5G.

Modules of this MOOC

1. Ultra-dense networks and small cells
2. New transmission technologies
3. Interference management and energy efficiency
4. Spectrum sharing and carrier aggregation
5. Use cases and prototyping
6. The future ahead

What you'll learn

• Key technologies that support 5G mobile communications
• Fundamentals of ultra-dense networks and small cells, in the context of 5G and its evolution
• Latest and new transmission technologies and interference management
• Techniques to reduce one's energy consumption and spectrum sharing
• Essential principles of the evolution towards 6G
• Using visible light (LiFi) in addition to radio
• Emerging technologies such as the use of Tera Hertz (THz) frequencies or intelligent reconfigurable surfaces

Good to know 

• In this course, you will learn the basic principles behind ultra-dense networks, small cells, and the possibilities they open in 5G
• Some knowledge of engineering - especially engineering related to mobile communications - is desirable
• You should also be familiar with the basic concepts of radio communication technology, digital communications, and signal processing
• The course is instructor-led and takes place over 6 weeks
• You will need between 4 to 6 hours of time commitment per week