C7 signalling systems course

This course provides a detailed treatment of the principles and operation of C7 signalling systems in both fixed and mobile telephony networks. Individual chapters explore the various aspects of this inter-exchange signalling system including use of C7 in the ISDN, the provision of advanced services and the use of C7 in mobile radio networks.

Summary of topics covered:

Introduction to C7 signalling inc review of the advantages of Common Channel Signalling (CCS)and role of the various components of a CCS signalling network.

Signalling message transfer with the Message Transfer Part (MTP) of C7.

C7 MTP signalling link and route management.

The use of the Telephony User Part (TUP) of C7 in the PSTN.

The use of the ISDN User Part (ISUP) of C7 in fixed networks ISDN and PSTN).

The Signalling Connection Control Part (SCCP) of C7 inc. information retrieval from remote databases.

The Intelligent Network Application Part (INAP) of C7 inc. The functional and physical elements of an Intelligent Network and the role and operation of INAP in advanced services such as number translation.

The use of the Mobile Application Part (MAP) of C7 in mobile networks.


Number of modules: 8
Approximate study time: 7 hours

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