Telecommunications for Non-Engineers
English
Last updated
Tue, 07-Oct-2025
English
Last updated
Tue, 07-Oct-2025
With the evolution of networking and data fields, communications engineering comes as the hidden nerve that connects devices, systems, and people.
This course is designed to be the perfect gateway to the fundamentals of communications engineering for beginners. It moves away from dry mathematical complexity and focuses on simplifying concepts and linking them to practical real-world examples: 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G networks, wireless networks, fiber optic networks, and data networks.
Furthermore, the course will provide you with a coherent mental map starting from the signal and the wave, passing through stations and the core, all the way to network layers, quality of service (QoS), and security. Thus, you will be ready to make a specialization decision and proceed with confidence.
Through a clear and interconnected curriculum, this course aims to:
• Foundation from Scratch: Building a strong knowledge base without the need for complex equations.
• Enhancing Applied Understanding: Linking basic concepts like signal, spectrum, modulation, cell, QoS with examples from modern networks.
• Grasping the Map of Specializations: Identifying the main career paths (RF, Cellular Networks, Fiber Optics, Microwave).
• Readiness for the Next Step: Confidently choosing areas for deeper study and advanced courses.
This course covers fundamental topics in communications engineering, starting from signals, waves, and frequencies all the way to 5G networks and fiber optics with simplified practical examples:
1. Introduction to Communications Engineering and Network Evolution from 2G to 5G
o Definition of the field, its importance, and its evolution from 2G to 5G.
o The difference between wired and wireless communications, with a glimpse into Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, satellites.
2. Fundamentals of Signals and Waves in Communications
o Analog and digital signals.
o Frequency, Bandwidth, Narrowband vs Wideband.
o How electromagnetic waves are formed and propagated.
3. Frequencies and Frequency Spectrum
o Division of frequency bands and their impact on coverage and quality.
o Modulation techniques (AM/FM, QAM, PSK) and demodulation.
o Multiplexing methods (FDM, TDM, CDMA, OFDMA).
o Duplexing (FDD vs TDD) in 4G/5G networks.
4. Communication Channels, Quality of Service, and Security
o Sources of noise and interference (Fading, Multipath, Doppler).
o Data transfer rate Bit Rate vs Baud Rate.
o Quality of Service (Latency, Jitter, Packet Loss).
o Security and encryption (VPN, SSL/TLS, End-to-End Encryption).
5. Glimpse into Modern Networks
o Comprehensive overview of 2G–5G networks.
o Fundamentals of fiber optic networks.
o Key devices in communication systems.
o Standards and organizations responsible for the fields.
What Will You Achieve After Completing the Course?
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
• Have a comprehensive understanding of wired and wireless communications fundamentals.
• Distinguish between different modulation and transmission techniques.
• Comprehend the role of the frequency spectrum and its relationship to network quality.
• Have a comprehensive picture of the field enabling you to choose the most suitable specialization path.
• Have a practical understanding of basic concepts and link them to 2G–5G and data network applications.
• Launch faster towards advanced courses (RF, cellular networks, fiber optics, microwave).
• Have sound technical language and the ability to follow interviews and professional content confidently.
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for a wide range of individuals who wish to understand the field from the inside, especially:
• Beginner communications engineers and first-year students.
• Career changers from Electrical Engineering/Computer Science/Networking to Communications.
• Anyone outside the specialization who wants a practical understanding of the field before delving deeper.
Advantages of Joining the Course
• Accredited attendance/pass certificate.
• Support from the technical team and a weekly meeting.
• Content that keeps pace with the needs of the Arab job market.
• Lifetime access to the course content.
• What is the "Introduction to Communications Engineering" course?
It is an online training course that explains the fundamentals of communications from scratch, simplifying technical concepts like signals, frequencies, spectrum, 2G–5G networks, fiber optics, and data networks.
• What will I learn in the Communications Engineering Fundamentals course?
You will learn how to understand signals and waves, modulation techniques (AM, FM, QAM), multiplexing methods (FDM, TDM, OFDMA), in addition to quality of service (QoS) and security in modern networks.
• Is this course suitable for beginners in communications engineering?
Yes, it is specifically designed for beginners and first-year students, and requires no prior experience in the field.
• Does the course cover Fifth Generation (5G) networks?
Yes, the course includes a foundational explanation of the evolution of networks from 2G to 5G, focusing on the differences in frequencies and techniques (such as FDD, TDD, and OFDMA).
• How long is the Communications Fundamentals course?
It consists of approximately 20 recorded training hours, which you can follow at any time and at your own pace.
• Do I get a certificate after finishing the course?
Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion from Itisalaty Academy, adding value to your resume.
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