Course Code

PCM-I

Pre-requisites

Fundamental Digital Switching or Introduction to Digital Cellular

Module Description

A digital transmission system forms the backbone of any telecommunication network. Thus the understanding of the inter-working between any network elements that are connected via these transmission system are of the utmost importance of understanding the interconnectivity thereof. 

Target Audience

Operational and planning staff in the switching and radio domain.

Objectives

After successfully completing the course the student will:

• Understand the principles of Pulse code modulation

• Understand the network interface connectivity

• Clear understanding of defined alarms

• Clear understanding of performance statistics

Contents

1. 2048 kbit/s functional and frame structure characteristics: ITU-T G.704

2. Alignment Signal: ITU-T G.704.

3. Signaling Channel: ITU-T G.704.

4. Alarms: ITU-T G.704.

5. Error Performance Monitoring: ITU-T G.704.

6. Practical.

Next Module

Transmission Principles Advanced and/or Digital Core Network Principles(CCS7)

Capacity 

Maximum: 16 students Minimum: 8 students

Duration 

3 Days