Next Generation Networks

DURATION
2 Days
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This 2-day training course provides an understanding of the technologies, multimedia services and the
market for Next Generation Networks.
This course introduces the evolution from legacy telecommunications networks, towards a converged
multimedia network infrastructure designed to deliver a broad array of services and applications. IP
Multimedia Subsystems and associated protocols are discussed along with Access and Core network
technologies. Within this technological context, provision of IP enabled services and applications are
considered.

PRE-REQUISITES
A basic understanding of telecommunications would be an advantage, but is not essential.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the course, the delegate will be able to:
Define the evolution of telecommunications networks from silo services towards a multimedia service
oriented environment
Identify the main technologies that will be deployed in next generation networks
Describe the functions and features of the IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS)
List and discuss possible IMS services
Sketch the main components of the IMS and describe their function
Describe the architecture of a Next Generation Network (NGN) and describe the functionality it
supports
Describe the role of IP and IP-related protocols within modern core network architectures
Identify how services will be delivered and controlled within IP-based networks
Describe the principles of VoIP services
Identify the architecture required to deliver IPTV and describe example IPTV services

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CONTENT
NGN Overview
Legacy Network Architectures
o Fixed Networks
o Circuit Switched
o Packet Switched
Network Evolution
Service Control and Delivery in Legacy
Networks
The Next Generation Network
o Network Service Control
o Core Network
o Access Network
o Applications & Services
Telecommunication Service Delivery
o Network Services
o Intelligent Networks
o Service Delivery Platforms
o Messaging Systems
Open Service Application & Parlay
Parlay X and Web Services

IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS)

IMS Basics
IMS Standards
o IETF
o ETSI/TISPAN
IMS Architecture & Components
o Proxy CSCF
o Interrogating CSCF
o Serving CSCF
o Application Server
o Media Resource Function (MRF)
o Media Gateway Function
o The HSS and Cx Interface
Why IMS
o The IMS Market
o Benefits to the Operator
o Benefits to the End User
o IMS Players
o IMS Technologies
IMS Features
o Multimedia Session Management
o QoS
o Service Execution
o Third Party Service Support
IMS Services

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Introduction to Services
Interactive Gaming
File Sharing
Instant Messaging
Voice Messaging
Voice Telephony over IMS
Video Conferencing
Content Streaming Services

Next Generation Networks

NGN Concepts
NGN Standards
The ETSI TISPAN Model
The Role and Functions of the IMS
Relationship to the 3GPP Functions
The Network Attachment Subsystem
(NASS)
o Functionality
o Registration and Authentication
o Reference Points
Resource and Admission Control
Subsystem (RACS)
o Functionality
o RACS Resource Control
PSTN Emulation Services (PES)
o Functionality
o Operation
o Service Example
o Example NGN Services and
Service Procedures
Annex A
NGN Example The BT 21CN Example

Access Network Technologies

Access Network Requirements
Wireline Access Technologies
Digital Subscriber Line
o xDSL Capabilities
o DSL Availability and Trends
Fibre Distribution
Cable Networks Features and
Capabilities

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Core Network Technologies

Transmission and Transport
Technologies Ethernet, ATM, Frame
Relay, PDH, SDH, Optical / DWDM,
Token Ring
The move to All-IP Networks
IP Technology Explained
o IPv4 & IPv6
o IP Operation and related
protocols
QoS Mechanisms ATM, MPLS,
DiffServ, IntServ, RSVP
MPLS Layer 2 and Layer 3 VPNs
Voice over IP
o SoftSwitch Principles, the Media
Gateway, Signalling and
SIGTRAN
Streaming / Advanced Media Support
Making the Transition from IPv4 to IPv6
Dual IP Layers, Tunnelling
Addressing and the use of E.164
numbering scheme ENUM Protocol
Multicasting in IP Networks
o IGMP
o PIM

IPTV Architecture
o Service Platforms
o Transport Networks

Internet Protocol TV (IPTV)

o Services and Features
o Platforms
IPTV Global Trends
IPTV Services and Service Providers
Service Control and Delivery
Quality of Service (QoS) Issues
Billing for Multiplay

IP Enabled Services
Delivering Telecoms, Internet and
Entertainment Services
o Telecoms Networks
o Radio and Broadcast
o DSL
o Cable
Voice over IP Principles
VoIP Standards
o ITU
o IETF
H.323 Multimedia Conferencing
o Network Components
o Protocol Overview
o Application Scenarios
SIP-based VoIP
o Network Components
o Protocol Overview
o Application Scenarios
VoIP in Evolved Telecoms Networks
Softswitching and Media Gateways

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