Course description

Have you ever wondered how wireless networks around you work ,and how you could be the one to design, analyze, and develop them?

The course "Fundamentals of Wireless Networks" offered by My Communication Academy is your gateway to understand the world of wireless communications from a technical and professional perspective. This course is designed to give you a comprehensive view of the fundamental concepts of wireless systems, starting from the physical principles and wave propagation, through technologies like Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and LTE, and reaching the latest trends in 5G and future communications.

Throughout the course, you will learn how wireless networks are built, the challenges they face, and how they are designed and their performance analyzed. The course also focuses on the practical side, giving you a strong foundation to dive deeper into specialization or enter the job market.

Whether you're a communications student or an engineer looking to strengthen your foundations or transition into the wireless field, this course gives you the right start with clear language and practical application.

General Objectives of the (Wireless Course) END to END

This course aims to build a comprehensive and systematic understanding of the wireless network world, from the basic principles to advanced applications. It is designed to equip trainees with theoretical knowledge and practical skills that qualify them to work in the design, implementation, and analysis of modern wireless communication systems, including 5G technologies.

Objectives include:

• Mastering fundamental and advanced technical concepts in wireless communications

• Understanding the infrastructure architecture of communication networks

• Understanding 5G architecture and technologies and comparing them with previous generations

• Conducting field surveys and designing wireless networks

• Acquiring practical skills in installing and maintaining efficient communication systems

• Analyzing technical challenges and making engineering decisions

Who Can Benefit from the Wireless Course

The Wireless Course is designed based on a thorough study of labor market needs and aims to equip communication engineers with the expertise required to apply modern technologies and solve complex problems that may arise in the field.

Many categories can benefit effectively from this course, including:

• Fresh graduates: To enhance practical skills and understanding of wireless communications.

• Radio planning engineers: For precise application of data transmission techniques.

• Tower designers: For designing effective towers and determining their optimal locations.

• Maintenance engineers: For troubleshooting and ensuring regular maintenance of towers.

Main Course Modules

The course is divided into 8 main modules that cover all aspects of wireless networks:

1. Fundamentals of Wireless Communication Systems

In this module, essential concepts in wireless communication are explained, such as frequency spectrum, bandwidth, and channel organization.
The module builds a strong knowledge base including understanding frequencies, types of wireless signals, and their behavior.

2. Radio Wave Propagation

This module explains how wireless waves travel through space, their basic types of propagation, and the environmental factors that affect them.
It also teaches how to choose the most suitable transmission path based on wave behavior in different environments.

3. Antenna Classification

The types and characteristics of antennas are explained, including how to choose the optimal antenna for specific applications.
A practical application is also included on how to read antenna performance parameters.

4. Evolution of Communication Generations

This module covers the evolution from analog to digital systems and how each generation builds upon the previous ones.
It includes practical applications to understand how the transitions occur and how concepts are integrated into building future networks.

5. SISO and MIMO

This module explains the technologies of Single Input Single Output (SISO) and Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO), and how MIMO helps increase network capacity and improve signal quality.

6. Network Architecture Evolution

This module explores the full architecture of the main network components from the Radio Access Network (RAN) to the Core Network.
It includes comparisons between old and modern architectural structures.

7. 5G Network

This module introduces the fifth-generation network (5G), highlighting its main applications such as eMBB, mMTC, and URLLC.
It explains the integrated architecture of 5G and supporting technologies like Massive MIMO and Beamforming.

8. Wireless Site Deployment (End to End)

The final module includes practical application on building a telecom tower, starting from site selection and field survey, to engineering calculations and ensuring full coverage.
It also explains how to install the tower and connect it to the core network.

Key Technical Terms Related to the Wireless Course

Since accurate understanding of any technical field starts with mastering its terminology, here are the essential terms that will help you follow the course smoothly and gain deeper understanding of the concepts we will cover:

• LTE - Long Term Evolution

• MIMO - Multiple Input Multiple Output

• 5G NR - New Radio

• Beamforming

• Carrier Aggregation

• RAN - Radio Access Network

• Backhaul

• Core Network

• FR1, FR2 & Sub 6G

• Millimeter Wave

• Site Survey

• Massive MIMO

• Network Splicing

About instructor Eng. Ibrahim Kamel Ibrahim

Eng. Ibrahim is a distinguished expert in telecommunications engineering, with more than 16 years of experience in the design and planning of telecommunications networks, including wireless networks, fiber optics, and microwave technologies. He led strategic projects with leading companies such as Huawei and contributed to the implementation of DWDM networks and IBS/DAS'S systems. He has in-depth technical insight and professional management skills and uses tools like iBwave Designer efficiently. He oversees technical solutions in Saudi Arabia and is considered a trusted reference in the industry.

Areas of his main expertise:

• Leading field experience in 2G to 5G technologies and wireless network performance planning and optimization.
• Advanced technical consulting in the fields of IP/MPLS and DWDM, and supervision of technical acceptance tests (ATP).
• Lead and manage complex technology projects, delivering real results in dynamic work environments.
• A certified trainer with HUAWEI Train the Trainer certification, providing a learning experience that combines theoretical enrichment with practical application.

Academic Qualifications and Professional Certificates:

• Bachelor's degree in communications and Electronics Engineering from Al-Balqa Applied University.
• High-level professional certifications including PMP, RMP, SP in Project Management, iBwave L1-L3, 5G HCIA/HCIP, GSM Expert, in addition to certifications in Cybersecurity and Network Optimization.

Don’t miss this opportunity. Enroll now and begin your most professional journey into the world of wireless communications!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is a wireless network?

A wireless network is a type of computer network that uses radio waves, instead of cables, to connect devices. This allows devices like smartphones, laptops, and smart home gadgets to communicate with each other and access the internet without being physically plugged in. The most common example in our daily lives is Wi-Fi.

How do wireless networks work?

Wireless networks work by converting data into radio signals, which are then transmitted through the air by a device like a Wi-Fi router or a cell tower. A receiving device, like your phone, captures these signals and converts them back into data. This two-way communication happens at specific frequencies to avoid interference.

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What's the difference between Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Cellular (5G)?

They are all wireless technologies, but they are designed for different purposes:

• Wi-Fi is used for high-speed internet access over a medium range, typically within a home, office, or café.

• Bluetooth is used for short-range communication to connect devices like headphones, keyboards, and smartwatches to your phone or computer.

• Cellular (like 4G/5G) is used for long-range mobile communication, allowing you to make calls and access the internet from almost anywhere by connecting to a network of cell towers.

What is 5G and how is it better than 4G?

5G is the fifth generation of cellular technology. It's a significant upgrade over 4G, offering three main benefits:

1. Faster Speeds: Much quicker download and upload times (enhanced Mobile Broadband, or eMBB).

2. Lower Latency: A more responsive, near-instantaneous connection, crucial for things like online gaming and self-driving cars (Ultra-Reliable Low-Latency Communication, or URLLC).

3. Greater Capacity: The ability to connect a massive number of devices simultaneously, which is essential for the Internet of Things (IoT) (Massive Machine-Type Communications, or mMTC).

What does a telecommunications engineer do?

A telecommunications engineer is a professional who designs, builds, and maintains the systems that allow us to communicate wirelessly. Their work includes planning the location of cell towers, designing network architecture, optimizing signal strength for clear calls and fast data, and implementing new technologies like 5G.

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Why are antennas so important in wireless communication?

Antennas are crucial because they are the components that actually send and receive the radio waves that carry our data. The design of an antenna determines its efficiency, range, and the direction of the signal. Advanced systems like MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) use multiple antennas to send and receive more data at once, dramatically increasing speed and reliability.

What will i learn?

• Fully understand fundamental concepts in wireless communication systems
• Interpret the behavior and propagation of radio waves in various environments
• Distinguish between antenna types and choose the most appropriate for practical applications
• Understand the evolution of communication generations and relate them to modern requirements
• Grasp SISO and MIMO technologies and their roles in enhancing network performance
• Analyze and understand network architecture from RAN to Core Network
• Understand 5G network components, its applications, and supporting technologies
• Gain a complete practical vision for building a wireless telecom site from start to finish
• Be qualified to participate in field or analytical projects in the wireless telecom sector
• Acquire technical terms and skills enabling effective communication with engineering and professional teams

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