ITI 5G Network Technician Syllabus: Semester-wise Syllabus, Eligibility and More

Access Control Policies

• Data Communication and Network Protocols
• Understanding the different types of access control, such as discretionary, mandatory, and role-based access control.
• Introduction to Firewall. How to configure access control lists (ACLs) on network devices to restrict access to specific resources.
• The importance of monitoring and auditing access control policies to ensure they are effective.

Safety

• Safety in moving and shifting heavy and delicate equipment and First aid concept.
• About artificial respiration.
• Electrical Safety, Communication and modulation.
• Different types of analogue modulation techniques.
• Digital modulation techniques (QPSK to 256 QAM used in 5G) Measure MIMO antennas.
• Introduction to the computer system.
• Introduction Windows Operating System.
• Introduction to DOS Command Line Interface and Linux Operating Systems.
• Signal conditioning of different peripherals.
• Local Area Network (LAN) Testing.
• Different protocols using networking.
• Implement manage layer 2, manage layer 3, POE adopter, POE devices, and UTP jack panel.
• Cable making using networking.

Security Policies

• Understanding the different types of security policies, such as network security policies, device security policies, and data security policies.
• How to implement security policies to prevent unauthorized access, detect and respond to security threats, and ensure data privacy and protection.
• Importance of regular security assessments and audits to ensure compliance with security policies.

Compliance Policies

• Understanding the different types of compliance,  regulations and standards. such as HIPAA, PCI-DSS, or
• GDPR.
• How to implement policies to ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
• The importance of regular audits and assessments to ensure ongoing compliance with policies and Regulations.

Quality of Service (QoS) Policies

• Importance of QoS in ensuring the performance and reliability of critical network applications.
• How to configure QoS, policies to prioritize certain, types of network traffic, such as voice or video.
• The impact of QoS policies, on-network performance and the trade-offs between network performance and application performance.
• RFSIM 5G Simulation Software 5G New Radio (NR) PHY Layer
• 5G MAC Layer and Schedulers Transmission modes and multi-antenna support in 5G, node B.

Wireless Communication

• Cellular communication.
• Types of interference on the wireless network.
• Generations of Wireless, Technology (1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, GSM, CDMA, IMT 2020, 3GPP, 5G spectru Wireless network standard and protocols.
• Type of antennas and use of Antenna.
• Wireless network equipment such as access points, routers and switches.
• Understanding of network topology and configurations. conduct a site survey to determine the coverage area, signal strength, and interference.
• Designing network layout considering the number of devices, users, and coverage Area.
• Network protocols, including DHCP, DNS, NAT and TCP/IP.
• Understanding of security protocols, including WEP, WPA, and WPA2. Configuration of network settings such as SSID

5G Hardware Components
RF Transceiver unit, Massive MIMO unit, Integrated Radio unit, Edge Computing devices, Cable and connectors

5G use cases and services
Education, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Industrial IoT, Gaming, Information Technology, Agriculture, Drone, Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR) and Video Conferencing.

Safety

• Visits to workshops, labs, offices, stores etc. of the institute.
• Demonstrate safety precautions including antistatic protection.
• Demonstrate first aid practice
• Demonstrate artificial respiration and practice
• Demonstrate electrical safety precautions
• Practice communication and modulation
• Measure the analogue modulated and demodulated various sections signals using a digital storage oscilloscope and spectrum analyser
• Plan work in compliance with standard safety norms
• Identify and test the different types of digital modulation techniques
• Measure the modulated and de-modulated various sections signals using a digital storage oscilloscope
• Computer basics and software installation
• Diagnose signal conditioning of different peripherals of computer hardware
• Implement local area network and test data transfer file formatting, frame and packet size etc.
• Learn different protocols using networking.
• Learn and implement manage layer 2, manage layer 3, POE adopter, POE devices, and UTP jack panel.
• Learn different cable-making using networking. Learn LAN testing. Learn and Implement wireless networking.

Implementing Access Control Policies

• Practice on Data Communication, Practice on Network Protocols
• Create an access control list (ACL) on a network router or firewall to restrict access to a particular network resource.
• Configure port security on a network switch to limit the number of MAC addresses that can access a particular port.
• Implement Network Address Translation (NAT) policies to restrict access to specific IP addresses or subnets.

Implementing Security Policies

• Configure network devices to use the latest security, protocols, such as WPA3 for wireless networks or TLS 1.3 for web traffic.
• Implement Intrusion Detection and Prevention System (IDPS) policies to monitor and prevent potential security breaches.
• Create and enforce password policies across the network to ensure strong passwords and regular password changes.

5G Hardware Components

• Identify and test hardware devices used in the 5G System.
• Install and configure hardware components used in the 5G System.
• Operate and set of hardware components used in 5G network.

5G Network

• Identify the requirements of a 5G network, such as high data rates, low latency, and massive connectivity.
• Identify the types of devices that will be connected to the 5G network.
• Demonstrate the features of 5G network architecture, including the radio access network (RAN) and core network (CN).
• Demonstrate deployment plan for the 5G network.

Implementing Quality of Service (QoS) Policies

• Configure QoS policies on network devices to prioritize certain types of network traffic, such as video conferencing or VoIP calls.
• Implement bandwidth throttling policies to limit the amount of bandwidth that certain types of traffic can consume.
• Use QoS policies to ensure that critical network applications receive the necessary bandwidth and latency to operate effectively.

Implementing Traffic Shapin Policies

• Implement traffic shaping policies to prioritize or limit traffic based on specific criteria such as source IP  address, destination IP address, or protocol.
• Use traffic shaping to manage bandwidth usage during peak traffic periods.
• Implement traffic shaping to ensure that critical traffic is given priority over less important traffic.

Implementing Compliance Policies

• Configure network devices to comply with relevant regulations such as HIPAA, PCI-DSS, or GDPR.
• Implement policies that ensure data privacy and protection across the network, such as encryption policies for sensitive data.
• Create and enforce acceptable use policies across the network to prevent unauthorized or inappropriate use of network resources.
• Demonstrate implementation of the complete crimping procedure with appropriate tools.
• Demonstrate inspection of optical fibre by polishing the ceramic tip with a microscope, scratching, small pits in the outer rim, and small chips in the outer rim.
• Demonstrate implementation of mechanical splicing by preparing the optical fibre, cleaving the optical fibre, mechanically joining the optical fibres and protecting the optical Fibre.
• Implement the latest Splicing techniques.

Wireless Communication

• Identify the wireless network elements.
• Conduct a site survey to determine the signal strength, interference, and coverage area of the wireless network.
• Select wireless equipment based on the requirements and the site survey results.
• Prepare a network layout based on the deployed equipment, taking into consideration the coverage area and the number of users.
• Prepare a deployment plan based on the network layout, considering how to install and configure the wireless equipment.
• Install node B/BTS, eNodeB, and gNodeB for 4G/5G network.
• Test the wireless network to ensure that it meets the requirements; coverage area data speed and call Quality.
• Observe and Monitor the wireless network to detect any problems or issues, such as weak signal strength, or network congestion.
• Troubleshoot the wireless network by resolving any detected problems or issues.
• Demonstrate the wireless network to improve its performance and reliability.

RFSIM 5G Simulation Software

• Practice with RFSIM software.
• MAC/PHY operation using OAI with different MCS values using RFSIM software.
• Test transport channels with a 5G capable signal analyzer.

Understanding the product or service

• Root cause analysis: identifying the underlying cause of an issue.
• Documentation: necessary steps, settings or tools used, and relevant notes.
• Continuous improvement: troubleshooting guide should remain relevant and effective over time.

5G Network Architecture

• Radio Access Network (RAN): The radio unit (RU), the distributed unit (DU), the
• central unit (CU).
• Core Network (CN): the user plane function (UPF), the control-plane function (CPF).
• The testing procedure of 5G network.

Test and Tweak wireless devices

• Setting up and configuring a wireless router
• Introduction to Wifi bands
• Understanding basic wireless router settings, such as SSID, password, and DHCP
• Familiarizing with advanced settings, such as QoS and port forwarding

5G Smart Device

• Introduction to 5G smart phone training platform.
• TEMS Pocket mobile network App. Drawing and explanation of signal voltages and waveforms at different stages.
• Introduction to CPU, Buzzer driving circuit and Buzzer.
• PWM ringing driving control signal Central Processing Unit(CPU) and given driver Circuit.
• Operating systems and applications in 5G smart device.

• Testing the performance of a wireless network: Knowing how to measure wireless network performance, including throughput, latency, and signal strength
• Understanding how to use tools like iPerf, Jperf, and Wi-Fi analyzer to conduct wireless network tests.

• Setting up and configuring a wireless switch: Knowing the difference between a wireless switch and a wireless router.
• Familiarizing with basic and advanced wireless switch settings, including VLANs and link aggregation.

• Troubleshooting wireless connectivity issues: Knowing how to diagnose wireless connectivity issues, including weak signals and Interference.
• Understanding how to adjust wireless product settings to resolve connectivity issues, such as changing the wireless channel or transmitting power

• Configuring a wireless bridge: Understanding the purpose and benefits of a wireless Bridge.
• Knowing how to configure a wireless bridge and adjust its settings for optimal performance.

Analyzing 5G Network

• Monitor the 5G network to detect any problems or issues, such as network congestion, signal degradation, or compression of coverage area.
• Analyze the network performance metrics, such as signal strength, throughput, and latency, to identify any areas of improvement.
• Use network analysis tools, such as Wireshark and NetScout, to troubleshoot network problems and optimize network performance.

Test and Tweak wireless devices

• Setting up and configuring a wireless router
• Set up a wireless router in a test environment.
• Configure the router's basic settings such as network name (SSID) and password.
• Test the wireless connection to ensure it's working properly.
• Tweak the router's advanced settings, such as Quality of Service (QoS) settings, and test the performance.

Troubleshooting a 5G network:

• Use network analysis tools to identify the source of network problems or issues.
• Analyze network performance metrics, such as signal strength, throughput, and latency, to determine the cause of network problems.
• Troubleshoot network problems by adjusting network settings, repositioning antennas, or upgrading network equipment.

5G Smart Device

• Test and verify the functionality of 5G smartphone.
• Working with with TEMS 5G Network App
• Install and configure operating systems and applications.
• Test the functionality of the 5G Smart device Dual, SIM interface section and measure signals voltages,  and waveforms at different stages.
• Demonstrate switch fault insertion in the user interface section and its effects along with the possible cause and functioning of the respective signal/ voltage.

Setting up and configuring a wireless switch

• Setup and configure the Wireless switch's basic settings such as VLANs and port settings.
• Test the switch's functionality by connecting devices to it and verifying connectivity.

Troubleshooting wireless connectivity issues

• Set up a test environment with a simulated wireless connectivity issue, such as a weak signal or interference
• Use diagnostic tools, such as ping and traceroute, to identify the source of the issue.

Testing the performance of a wireless network

• Create a test plan for measuring the performance of a wireless network.
• Conduct tests using tools such as iPerf, Jperf, and WiFi analyzer to measure throughput, latency, and signal strength.
• Tweak the network settings, such as channel selection and transmit power, and rerun the tests to see how the changes affect performance.

Configuring a wireless bridge:

• Set up a wireless bridge in a test environment.
• Configure the bridge's settings, such as IP address and subnet mask.
• Test the connection between the two bridge points to ensure it's working properly.
• Tweak the bridge's settings, such as encryption type and wireless channel, and test the connection again to see how the changes affect performance.