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Introduction to 5G and Cloud Computing

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5G is a technology which is heavily dependent on cloud based technology to support its operation, with cloud technology influencing many different aspects of 5G network operation, on an end to end basis. This course seeks to introduce some of the key concepts behind cloud, including foundational level information on exactly what the cloud is, as well as some of the key enabling technologies such as NFV, SDN, microservices, containers and Kubernetes. Focus will then be provided on application use cases of the technology, covering the 5G Core, C-RAN and MEC.

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An experienced educator/trainer in the field of Computer Science, Kevin has over 15 years of experience in instructional design, implementation, and delivery. As an Mpirical trainer Kevin’s specialism is the application of cloud technology within 5G, although Kevin also teaches a range of topics around 5G and earlier 4G technologies.
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Course Contents

Cloud Foundations:

  • What is Cloud Computing?
  • Public, Private and Hybrid Cloud.
  • Cloud Service Models.
  • The Evolution of Cloud and Mobile Telecoms.

Cloud Technology – NFV and SDN:

  • Overview.
  • Software Defined Networking.
  • Network Functions Virtualization.

Cloud Technology – Cloud Native:

  • Overview.
  • Microservices.
  • Containers.
  • Container Orchestration using Kubernetes.
  • Kubernetes Architecture.
  • Example 5G Container Deployment.
  • Kubernetes Services.

5G Core Network and The Cloud:

  • Overview.
  • Cloud Native 5G Core.
  • Service Based Architecture.
  • Service Based Interface.
  • Deployment options – Public, Private or Hybrid?
  • Network Slicing.

5G Cloud RAN:

  • Overview.
  • gNB Components.
  • Traditional RAN architecture.
  • Cloud RAN.

Multi-Access Edge Computing:

  • Introduction.
  • Advantages of MEC.
  • MEC Use Cases.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Will I receive certification for completing the course?

Yes, all our courses provide a shareable certificate of completion following the test of understanding.

How long do I get access to the course?

On-demand courses are accessible immediately following purchase. Each course will have a different access period ranging from 3-6 months on average. You can continue to access the Mpirical learning platform after your course licence expires; however, you won’t be able to view any course content or learning tools unless you are a paid customer.

What else do I get with a course?

All students benefit from automatic access to our ‘Ask the Trainer’ feature with an on-demand course purchase. You will also get access to our acclaimed network visualisation tool, NetX.*

*NetX is not included with the Mini Telecoms MBA course or partner training.

Can I access the course offline?

Offline access is not currently available. You must use a connected device to access the course and learning tools. However, course pdfs and reference documents are downloadable.

Is there recommended follow-on training?

Yes, we do recommend follow-on training courses within the Mpirical learning platform.

How do I choose between a live course or on-demand course?

Our live courses are generally reserved for teams and enterprises of 10 or more. If you’d like to learn more about purchasing a single course to be delivered at your location or online, please get in touch: enquiries@mpirical.com.