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Understanding a cellular system requires knowledge of the network architecture, interfaces, and key operations. This 5G training explains the tasks of the network functions of the 5G system (5GS), describes the 5G interfaces, their protocol stacks as well as 5G-specific protocols and explains central procedures as well as signaling flows through the entire 5G system.
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Course Contents
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- 5G Standardization & Specifications
- 5G Network Architecture & Interfaces
- 5G Identities
- PDU Session & QoS Concept
- New Radio, NG-RAN & 5GC Protocol Architecture
- Radio Resource Control (RRC) Protocol & States
- Non-Access Stratum (NAS)
- GPRS Tunneling Protocol for the User Plane (GTP-U)
- Xn- & NG-Application Protocol (Xn-AP & NG-AP)
- Service Based Architecture (SBA)
- Network Function (NF) Services
- 5G State Management
- Connection, Registration & Mobility Management
- 5G Security Functions & Operations
- Registration & Deregistration
- Tracking Areas Updates
- PDU Session Establishment & Release
- Handover
The detailed digital documentation package, consisting of an e-book and PDF, is included in the price of the course.
Premium Course Documents
In addition to the digital documentation package, the exclusive Premium Print Package is also available to you.
- High-quality color prints of the ExperTeach documentation
- Exclusive folder in an elegant design
- Document pouch in backpack shape
- Elegant LAMY ballpoint pen
- Practical notepad
The Premium Print Package can be added during the ordering process for € 150,- plus VAT (only for classroom participation). -
Target Group
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This 5G training is designed for anyone who wants to gain an understanding of the network and protocol architecture and signaling flows of 5G.
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Knowledge Prerequisites
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Basic knowledge of 5G is essential, such as can be acquired in the 5G Mobile Communications course.
1 | 5G Intro |
1.1 | 5G Motivation |
1.2 | The 5G Standard |
2 | The 5G Network Architecture |
2.1 | Overview: The 5G System 5GS |
2.2 | The 5G User Equipment |
2.3 | 5G Radio Access Network NG RAN |
2.3.1 | Functional Splitting of the gNB |
2.3.2 | Deployment Options |
2.4 | 5G Core Network 5GC |
2.4.1 | UPF & SMF |
2.4.2 | AMF |
2.4.3 | AUSF & UDM |
2.4.4 | PCF & NEF |
2.4.5 | NSSF, SMSF & 5G-EIR |
2.4.6 | 5G Data Storage: UDR & UDSF |
2.4.7 | Charging in 5GS: The CHF |
2.4.8 | Non-3GPP Access |
2.5 | 5G Interfaces |
2.6 | Roaming Architecture |
2.6.1 | Home Routed Scenario |
2.6.2 | Local Breakout Scenario |
3 | 5G Identities |
3.1 | Hierarchical Structuring |
3.2 | Subscriber- and Equipment-related Identities |
3.3 | Location-based Identities |
4 | QoS in 5G Networks |
4.1 | 5G Applications Require QoS |
4.2 | PDU Session |
4.3 | QoS Architecture in 5G |
4.4 | QoS Flow & QoS Profile |
4.5 | 5QI: QoS Characteristics & Applications |
5 | 5GS Protocol Overview |
5.1 | 5GS Interfaces: Control & User Plane |
5.2 | 5G NR & NG-RAN Protocols |
5.3 | 5G Core Protocols |
6 | NR Protocol Architecture |
6.1 | gNB Tasks & NR Protocols |
6.2 | NR Protocol Architecture |
6.2.1 | NR User Plane |
6.2.2 | NR Control Plane |
6.3 | Layer 2 Protocols: SDAP, PDCP, RLC & MAC |
6.4 | Layer 3: The RRC Protocol |
6.4.1 | Radio Bearer: DRB & SRB |
6.4.2 | RRC States & Gateways |
6.4.3 | Broadcast of System Information |
6.4.4 | UE Measurements and Measurement Reports |
6.5 | RRC Exemplary Procedures |
7 | NG-RAN Protocol Architecture |
7.1 | NG-RAN Architecture |
7.2 | NG-RAN User Plane |
7.3 | NG-RAN Control Plane |
7.3.1 | N2 Interface: NGAP Tasks and Procedures |
7.3.2 | Xn-C Interface: XnAP |
7.3.3 | F1 Interface: F1AP |
7.3.4 | E1 Interface: E1AP |
8 | Non-Access Stratum Protocol (NAS) |
8.1 | 5G NAS Protocol: Transfer & Tasks |
8.2 | 5G Mobility Management: States & Procedures |
8.2.1 | Important 5GMM Procedures |
8.2.2 | 5GMM-specific Procedures |
8.2.3 | 5GMM Connection Management Procedures |
8.2.4 | 5GMM Common Procedures |
8.3 | 5G Session Management: States & Procedures |
9 | 5G Core Protocol Architecture |
9.1 | 5G Core Protocols—Overview |
9.2 | 5GC Service-Based Interfaces SBI |
9.2.1 | SBA Communication Models (1/2) |
9.2.2 | SBI Protocol Stack |
9.2.3 | SBI: NF Service Procedure—Examples (1/ 2) |
9.3 | N4 Interface: PFCP |
9.4 | N26 Interface: GTP for EPC—5GC Interworking |
9.5 | Rx Interface: Diameter |
10 | Important Processes in 5GS |
10.1 | States & Procedures |
10.2 | 5G Security—Procedures |
10.2.1 | PEI Check |
10.2.2 | Protection of the Subscriber Identity |
10.2.3 | Authentication |
10.2.4 | Start of Encryption and Integrity Check |
10.3 | Registration Procedures |
10.4 | PDU Session Establishment |
10.5 | Service Request |
10.6 | SMS Transfer by the 5GS |
10.6.1 | Registration Procedure for SMS over NAS |
10.6.2 | MO SMS over NAS in CM-IDLE |
10.7 | Dual Connectivity |
10.8 | Handover |
10.8.1 | Xn-based Handover |
10.8.2 | N2-based Handover |
10.8.3 | N26-based Handover: 5GS According to EPS |
10.9 | De-Registration |
11 | 5G Signaling: Summary |
11.1 | 5GS Interface & Protocol Summary |
11.2 | PDU Session for Data Transmission |
11.3 | Central 5G Procedures |
A | List of Abbreviations |
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Classroom training
- Do you prefer the classic training method? A course in one of our Training Centers, with a competent trainer and the direct exchange between all course participants? Then you should book one of our classroom training dates!
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Hybrid training
- Hybrid training means that online participants can additionally attend a classroom course. The dynamics of a real seminar are maintained, and the online participants are able to benefit from that. Online participants of a hybrid course use a collaboration platform, such as WebEx Training Center or Saba Meeting. To do this, a PC with browser and Internet access is required, as well as a headset and ideally a Web cam. In the seminar room, we use specially developed and customized audio- and video-technologies. This makes sure that the communication between all persons involved works in a convenient and fault-free way.
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Online training
- You wish to attend a course in online mode? We offer you online course dates for this course topic. To attend these seminars, you need to have a PC with Internet access (minimum data rate 1Mbps), a headset when working via VoIP and optionally a camera. For further information and technical recommendations, please refer to.
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Tailor-made courses
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You need a special course for your team? In addition to our standard offer, we will also support you in creating your customized courses, which precisely meet your individual demands. We will be glad to consult you and create an individual offer for you.

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Understanding a cellular system requires knowledge of the network architecture, interfaces, and key operations. This 5G training explains the tasks of the network functions of the 5G system (5GS), describes the 5G interfaces, their protocol stacks as well as 5G-specific protocols and explains central procedures as well as signaling flows through the entire 5G system.
-
Course Contents
-
- 5G Standardization & Specifications
- 5G Network Architecture & Interfaces
- 5G Identities
- PDU Session & QoS Concept
- New Radio, NG-RAN & 5GC Protocol Architecture
- Radio Resource Control (RRC) Protocol & States
- Non-Access Stratum (NAS)
- GPRS Tunneling Protocol for the User Plane (GTP-U)
- Xn- & NG-Application Protocol (Xn-AP & NG-AP)
- Service Based Architecture (SBA)
- Network Function (NF) Services
- 5G State Management
- Connection, Registration & Mobility Management
- 5G Security Functions & Operations
- Registration & Deregistration
- Tracking Areas Updates
- PDU Session Establishment & Release
- Handover
The detailed digital documentation package, consisting of an e-book and PDF, is included in the price of the course.
Premium Course Documents
In addition to the digital documentation package, the exclusive Premium Print Package is also available to you.
- High-quality color prints of the ExperTeach documentation
- Exclusive folder in an elegant design
- Document pouch in backpack shape
- Elegant LAMY ballpoint pen
- Practical notepad
The Premium Print Package can be added during the ordering process for € 150,- plus VAT (only for classroom participation). -
Target Group
-
This 5G training is designed for anyone who wants to gain an understanding of the network and protocol architecture and signaling flows of 5G.
-
Knowledge Prerequisites
-
Basic knowledge of 5G is essential, such as can be acquired in the 5G Mobile Communications course.
1 | 5G Intro |
1.1 | 5G Motivation |
1.2 | The 5G Standard |
2 | The 5G Network Architecture |
2.1 | Overview: The 5G System 5GS |
2.2 | The 5G User Equipment |
2.3 | 5G Radio Access Network NG RAN |
2.3.1 | Functional Splitting of the gNB |
2.3.2 | Deployment Options |
2.4 | 5G Core Network 5GC |
2.4.1 | UPF & SMF |
2.4.2 | AMF |
2.4.3 | AUSF & UDM |
2.4.4 | PCF & NEF |
2.4.5 | NSSF, SMSF & 5G-EIR |
2.4.6 | 5G Data Storage: UDR & UDSF |
2.4.7 | Charging in 5GS: The CHF |
2.4.8 | Non-3GPP Access |
2.5 | 5G Interfaces |
2.6 | Roaming Architecture |
2.6.1 | Home Routed Scenario |
2.6.2 | Local Breakout Scenario |
3 | 5G Identities |
3.1 | Hierarchical Structuring |
3.2 | Subscriber- and Equipment-related Identities |
3.3 | Location-based Identities |
4 | QoS in 5G Networks |
4.1 | 5G Applications Require QoS |
4.2 | PDU Session |
4.3 | QoS Architecture in 5G |
4.4 | QoS Flow & QoS Profile |
4.5 | 5QI: QoS Characteristics & Applications |
5 | 5GS Protocol Overview |
5.1 | 5GS Interfaces: Control & User Plane |
5.2 | 5G NR & NG-RAN Protocols |
5.3 | 5G Core Protocols |
6 | NR Protocol Architecture |
6.1 | gNB Tasks & NR Protocols |
6.2 | NR Protocol Architecture |
6.2.1 | NR User Plane |
6.2.2 | NR Control Plane |
6.3 | Layer 2 Protocols: SDAP, PDCP, RLC & MAC |
6.4 | Layer 3: The RRC Protocol |
6.4.1 | Radio Bearer: DRB & SRB |
6.4.2 | RRC States & Gateways |
6.4.3 | Broadcast of System Information |
6.4.4 | UE Measurements and Measurement Reports |
6.5 | RRC Exemplary Procedures |
7 | NG-RAN Protocol Architecture |
7.1 | NG-RAN Architecture |
7.2 | NG-RAN User Plane |
7.3 | NG-RAN Control Plane |
7.3.1 | N2 Interface: NGAP Tasks and Procedures |
7.3.2 | Xn-C Interface: XnAP |
7.3.3 | F1 Interface: F1AP |
7.3.4 | E1 Interface: E1AP |
8 | Non-Access Stratum Protocol (NAS) |
8.1 | 5G NAS Protocol: Transfer & Tasks |
8.2 | 5G Mobility Management: States & Procedures |
8.2.1 | Important 5GMM Procedures |
8.2.2 | 5GMM-specific Procedures |
8.2.3 | 5GMM Connection Management Procedures |
8.2.4 | 5GMM Common Procedures |
8.3 | 5G Session Management: States & Procedures |
9 | 5G Core Protocol Architecture |
9.1 | 5G Core Protocols—Overview |
9.2 | 5GC Service-Based Interfaces SBI |
9.2.1 | SBA Communication Models (1/2) |
9.2.2 | SBI Protocol Stack |
9.2.3 | SBI: NF Service Procedure—Examples (1/ 2) |
9.3 | N4 Interface: PFCP |
9.4 | N26 Interface: GTP for EPC—5GC Interworking |
9.5 | Rx Interface: Diameter |
10 | Important Processes in 5GS |
10.1 | States & Procedures |
10.2 | 5G Security—Procedures |
10.2.1 | PEI Check |
10.2.2 | Protection of the Subscriber Identity |
10.2.3 | Authentication |
10.2.4 | Start of Encryption and Integrity Check |
10.3 | Registration Procedures |
10.4 | PDU Session Establishment |
10.5 | Service Request |
10.6 | SMS Transfer by the 5GS |
10.6.1 | Registration Procedure for SMS over NAS |
10.6.2 | MO SMS over NAS in CM-IDLE |
10.7 | Dual Connectivity |
10.8 | Handover |
10.8.1 | Xn-based Handover |
10.8.2 | N2-based Handover |
10.8.3 | N26-based Handover: 5GS According to EPS |
10.9 | De-Registration |
11 | 5G Signaling: Summary |
11.1 | 5GS Interface & Protocol Summary |
11.2 | PDU Session for Data Transmission |
11.3 | Central 5G Procedures |
A | List of Abbreviations |
-
Classroom training
- Do you prefer the classic training method? A course in one of our Training Centers, with a competent trainer and the direct exchange between all course participants? Then you should book one of our classroom training dates!
-
Hybrid training
- Hybrid training means that online participants can additionally attend a classroom course. The dynamics of a real seminar are maintained, and the online participants are able to benefit from that. Online participants of a hybrid course use a collaboration platform, such as WebEx Training Center or Saba Meeting. To do this, a PC with browser and Internet access is required, as well as a headset and ideally a Web cam. In the seminar room, we use specially developed and customized audio- and video-technologies. This makes sure that the communication between all persons involved works in a convenient and fault-free way.
-
Online training
- You wish to attend a course in online mode? We offer you online course dates for this course topic. To attend these seminars, you need to have a PC with Internet access (minimum data rate 1Mbps), a headset when working via VoIP and optionally a camera. For further information and technical recommendations, please refer to.
-
Tailor-made courses
-
You need a special course for your team? In addition to our standard offer, we will also support you in creating your customized courses, which precisely meet your individual demands. We will be glad to consult you and create an individual offer for you.
