Wireless communications systems can significantly impact a country's economy by creating an environment that attracts and builds new industries, creates job growth and assists countries in competing effectively in the world economy. This course provides participants with an overview of the wireless communications system technologies, architectures and capabilities being deployed in telecommunications, commercial/industrial and non-military government markets from an industry perspective. The course also covers the fundamentals and emerging capabilities to deploy wireless Internet access as part of an integrated communications package, as well as spectrum management issues, strategies and practical knowledge (policy, management and finance) on the implementation of wireless communications solutions.

This two-week program focuses on the transition from circuit-based to packet-based architectures to support the convergence of wireless services and Internet access. Participants learn about technologies and system architectures for first, second and third generation cellular and personal communications technologies and services, trunked and conventional dispatch systems, and advanced messaging systems. In addressing wireless communications solutions, course instructors cover third generation (called 3G or IMT-2000), IP-based networks for peer-to-peer solutions, General Packet Radio Services (GPRS), broadband fixed LMDS wireless solutions and various digital dispatch standards and technologies including, TETRA, Project-25, and Integrated Digital Enhanced Network (iDEN). In addition to a primary focus on terrestrial wireless communications, this course also provides an overview of broadband cable and satellite technologies that can deliver more information faster to businesses and homes. Current issues and policies are examined from the global, regional and individual country perspective to provide participants a broad understanding

upon which to base decisions. Segments on spectrum management, regulatory strategies and techniques, standards activities, management skills and financing options which can all be combined to help a country implement communications solutions tailored to its market requirements will be

presented.

Participants in this course will 1) learn system concepts, capabilities and technology parameters of wireless communications solutions available today and expected to emerge over the next decade; 2) gain insight into spectrum management, regulatory and standards strategies which support the implementation of wireless communications solutions in a given market; and 3) obtain an overview of management skills helpful in advancing their careers in the telecommunications field; 4) have the opportunity to discuss with fellow participants from around the world communications solutions and challenges they have experienced; and 5) establish relationships with peers in the telecommunications sector.

The course is structured for participants in management positions (or soon-to-be managers) with technical background, coming from government ministries, regulatory agencies and systems operators and users.

June 1-2, 2000

June 5-16, 2000

Schaumburg, Illinois (Chicago area )

K2-127, K2-134, K2-140