5G Core Design Principles

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Course Name: 🎓 5G Core Design Principles

Course Subtitle: 🔬 5G Core Network Detailed Concepts with Sample Flows and Traces

Course Objective: 🎯 By the end of this course, you'll have a comprehensive understanding of the core concepts behind 5G networks. You'll explore Non-Standalone (NSA) vs Standalone (SA) architectures, service-based architecture, and key functions like AMF, SMF, and NRF. You'll also analyze user registration and PDU session flows with real traces, examine SMF and UPF interactions over the PFCP protocol, and understand handover processes between 5G and EPC networks.

Prerequisites: 📚 A basic understanding of Telecom network concepts and a fundamental grasp of 5G are recommended for a smooth learning experience.

Target Audience: 👥 This course is tailored for Telecom core engineers, professionals looking to deepen their knowledge, and technology enthusiasts eager to explore the intricacies of 5G networks.

Course Outline:

📈 Chapter 1: 5G Non Standalone (NSA) Vs Standalone (SA) Core Understanding 🆚

• Explore the fundamental differences between 5G NSA and SA architectures.
• Gain insights into how these architectures impact network design and performance.

🛣️ Chapter 2: 5G Service based architecture concepts ⚙️

• Delve into the service-based architecture of 5G, understanding NRF's role in network function registration and service discovery.
• Learn practical use cases that bring these concepts to life.

🤖 Chapter 3: 5G Access and Mobility Management Function (AMF) concepts 📶

• Discover the functionalities of the AMF and its role within the 5G network ecosystem.
• Examine the intricate interconnections between AMF and other network elements.

💡 Chapter 4: Introduction of 5G Services produced by AMF 🛠️

• Explore the various services offered by AMF, such as Namf-comm, Namf-EE, Namf-MT, and Namf-location.
• Understand how these services are integral to a functional 5G network.

📱 Chapter 5: 5G Session Management Function (SMF) concepts 🔧

• Learn about the SMF's role in managing sessions in a 5G network.
• Examine its interconnections with other network elements to ensure seamless connectivity.

🎬 Chapter 6: Introduction of 5G Services produced by SMF 🎥

• Investigate the services exposed by the SMF, including Nsmf-pdusession and Nsmf-Event exposure.
• Gain a deeper understanding of session management and its importance in 5G networks.

👥 Chapter 7: 5G User Registration flow and concepts 🔍

• Step through the complete 5G user registration flow with live pcap traces.
• Analyze AMF interactions with NRF, UDM, PCF, and more in real-world scenarios.

📊 Chapter 8: 5G PDU session establishment flow and concepts 🚀

• Follow the end-to-end PDU session establishment flow with live pcap traces.
• Understand the complex interactions between SMF, AMF, NRF, UDM, and PCF.

🔌 Chapter 9: 5G SMF and UPF interaction over PFCP protocol ⚡

• Uncover the inner workings of the CUPS architecture and the PFCP protocol.
• Examine live flows such as session activation, deactivation, throttling, and more.

🚫 Chapter 10: User Mobility (IRAT) concept and flow between 5G and EPC network ↔️

• Understand the complexities of handover between 5G Core and 4G core networks.
• Analyze AMF interactions with 4G-MME over the N26 interface with real pcap traces.

🔍 Join us on this educational journey to unravel the mysteries of 5G Core Design Principles! With a mix of theoretical knowledge and practical insights, you'll be well-equipped to navigate the future of telecommunications networks. Sign up now and transform your expertise in the world of 5G!