Next Generation Networks e-learning course

Telecommunications has experienced major changes in the last few years but perhaps the most radical transformation is occurring now with the introduction of Next Generation Networks (NGNs).
These IP-based networks promise long-term cost savings for operators and innovative new services for both residential and business customers.

NGN course:

PTT's NGN e-learning course begins by explaining the concept, architecture and advantages of NGNs. The course then provides an overview of the role and facilities of the underlying technologies and techniques used in NGNs while considering the implications of migrating from a conventional system to an NGN. Download a course summary in pdf format here >>

Prerequisites:

A basic understanding of the principles and features of packet and circuit switched networks. It is recommended that PTT's e-learning course TransNet A: "Principles of Wide Area Networks" is studied before attempting this course.
For those planning to study the module of this course covering virtual network services, an understanding of Ethernet switching would be an advantage. It is recommended that PTT's elearning course LanNet B: "Ethernet LANs" is studied before attempting this module.

Course Aim:

To introduce the advantages, architecture, key technologies and service capabilities of Next Generation Networks.

Course objectives :

At the end of this course, the trainee will be able to:

Describe the technical, economic and service advantages of next generation networks.

Describe the basic architecture of a next generation network (NGN) with reference to its service control and transport layers.

Describe the functions and facilities of the various technologies used to transport traffic over an NGN with reference to the relationship between them.

Describe and compare the various methods of providing connection-oriented services over a NGN with reference to MPLS, MPLS-TE and T-MPLS.

Describe and compare various NGN virtual network services with reference to VPNs, VLANs, pseudowires, VPLS and typical applications.

Number of modules: 6
Approximate study time: 7 hours

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