5G RF Planning and Design

The RF planning for 5G NR is quite challenging as compared to legacy networks due to the introduction of advanced new technologies: mmWave frequencies, flexible numerology and Massive MIMO (M-MIMO) etc. This course takes a deep dive into the technical insights necessary for the radio network planning both in the the mid-band and mm-wave spectrum.  The 5G RF design and planning process is discussed both from the perspective of the system coverage and capacity objectives. The course covers the following important topic:Section 1: Introduction to 5G Planning                 5G Frequency Bands                 Most Popular 5G Bands for Deployment                 Subcarrier Spacing Vs Cell Size                 5G FDD TDD Modes-SUL and SDL Frequency Bands                 Advantages of TDD Deployment                 Steps in 5G Cellular RF Planning                 Section 2: 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) Dimensioning                 What is Coverage Dimensioning?                 What is Path Loss and Propagation Path loss Models?                 3GPP Propagation Models                          -RMa (Rural Macro)                          -UMa (Urban Macro)                           -UMi (Urban Micro)                  Propagation Models before 5G  &