Mobile and Wireless Systems
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This module teaches the principles and concepts of mobile and wireless communication technologies. Transmission techniques as well as network aspects are covered and accompanied by modern technologies like UMTS and WLAN.Lectures with courses [VK]
[700.250] Wireless Networks
Semester |
Summer semester |
Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
Prof. Christian Bettstetter, Mobile Systems Group, Institute of Networked and Embedded Systems |
Type of lecture and number of credits |
VK (lecture with integrated course, project, exercises or mini-seminar) 2 SWS, 4 ECTS |
Description |
The two lectures "Mobile Communications" and "Wireless Networks" give a bottom-up introduction to the area of mobile and wireless communication systems. The main goal is to give a fundamental understanding of the principles behind wireless transmission and networking. Current technologies, such as UMTS and IEEE 802.11, are used as examples to explain these principles. Moreover, a whole chapter is dedicated to ad hoc networks. The lectures are complemented by five group projects, whose results are discussed in class. A tutorial course with exercises is offered for the winter lecture. Group projects: Path loss and shadowing. Convolutional coding. Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM). Internet mobility protocols. Ad hoc and sensor networks. |
Topics |
1. Network Architecture and Mobility Protocols 2. Security in Mobile Networks 3. Long Term Evolution (LTE) 4: Ad Hoc Networks 5. Economic, Health, and Social Aspects |
Keywords |
Antennas, Radio propagation, Diversity Coding, modulation, and duplexing, Multiple access and cellular concept, Medium access control (MAC) protocols, Wireless LAN 802.11, Ad hoc networks. |
Prior knowledge |
Although there is no formal requirement of having passed any specific undergraduate courses, knowledge of
is needed. |
Learning objective |
The two lectures "Mobile Networks" and " Wireless Networks" give a bottom-up introduction to the area of mobile and wireless communication systems. The main goal is to give a fundamental understanding of the principles behind wireless transmission and networking. Current technologies, such as UMTS, LTE and IEEE 802.11, are used as examples to explain these principles. Lectures are complemented by group projects, whose results are discussed in class and tutorial courses with exercises. |
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English |
Related Lectures |
Students interested in focusing on networking and communications are encouraged to attend the following courses given in the recommended lectures box below: |
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[700.200] Mobile Communications
Semester |
Summer semester |
Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
Prof. Christian Bettstetter, Mobile Systems Group, Institute of Networked and Embedded Systems |
Type of lecture and number of credits |
VK (lecture with integrated course, project, exercises or mini-seminar) 2 SWS, 4 ECTS |
Description |
The two lectures "Mobile Communications" and "Wireless Networks" give a bottom-up introduction to the area of mobile and wireless communication systems. The main goal is to give a fundamental understanding of the principles behind wireless transmission and networking. Current technologies, such as UMTS and IEEE 802.11, are used as examples to explain these principles. Moreover, a whole chapter is dedicated to ad hoc networks. The lectures are complemented by five group projects, whose results are discussed in class. A tutorial course with exercises is offered for the winter lecture. Group projects: Path loss and shadowing. Convolutional coding. Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM). Internet mobility protocols. Ad hoc and sensor networks. |
Topics |
1. Introduction and overview 2. Antennas 3. Radio propagation 4. Diversity 5. Coding, modulation, and duplexing 6. Multiple access and cellular concept 7. Medium access control (MAC) protocols 8. Wireless LAN 802.11 9. Network architecture and mobility protocols 10. Security in mobile networks 11. Ad hoc networks 12. Economic, health, and social aspects. |
Keywords |
Antennas, Radio propagation, Diversity Coding, modulation, and duplexing, Multiple access and cellular concept, Medium access control (MAC) protocols, Wireless LAN 802.11, Ad hoc networks. |
Prior knowledge |
Although there is no formal requirement of having passed any specific undergraduate courses, knowledge of
is needed. |
Learning objective |
The two lectures "Mobile Networks" and " Wireless Networks" give a bottom-up introduction to the area of mobile and wireless communication systems. The main goal is to give a fundamental understanding of the principles behind wireless transmission and networking. Current technologies, such as UMTS, LTE and IEEE 802.11, are used as examples to explain these principles. Lectures are complemented by group projects, whose results are discussed in class and tutorial courses with exercises. |
Recommended Literature |
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Language |
English |
Related Lectures |
Students interested in focusing on networking and communications are encouraged to attend the following courses given in the recommended lectures box below: |
Recommended Lectures |
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Courses and Labs [KU]
[700. 251] Mobile Networks
Semester |
Summer semester |
Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
Univ.-Ass. Torsten Andre, Mobile Systems Group, Institute of Networked and Embedded Systems Email: Torsten.Andre@aau.at |
Type of lecture and number of credits |
KU 1 SWS, 2 ECTS |
Description |
This is the tutorial for the lecture Wireless Networks in which some of the lecture's topics are covered in more detail. Further we will address some contents in a practical manner and cover some additional topics. We will cover state of the art wireless communication systems and their principles with practical examples that shall help you to understand them in detail. |
Topics |
1. Network Architecture and Mobility Protocols 2. Architecture of Cellular Networks 3. Mobility in Networks 4. GSM/UMTS/LTE/LTE-Advanced 5. Protocols in Cellular Networks 6. Ad Hoc Networks 7. Routing 8. Relaying 9. Synchronization 10. Security in Wireless Networks |
Keywords |
Cellular Networks, ad hoc networks, synchronization, security |
Prior knowledge |
Medium access, ad hoc networks/wireless sensor networks (basics) |
Learning objective |
The student shall learn about
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English |
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[700. 201] Mobile Communications
Semester |
Summer semester |
Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
Dipl.Ing. Nikolaj Marchenko, Mobile Systems Group, Institute of Networked and Embedded Systems Email: Nikolaj.Marchenko@aau.at |
Type of lecture and number of credits |
KU 2 SWS, 3 ECTS |
Description |
This exercise course is mainly intended as a supplement to the lecture "Mobile and Wireless Communications". |
Topics |
1. Antenna 2. Radio Propagation 3. Channel Coding 4. Modulation 5. Media Access Control (MAC) 6. Cellular Concept 7. Wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11) |
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Prior knowledge |
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Learning objective |
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Recommended Literature |
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English |
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[700. 210] Network Simulation Lab
Semester |
Summer semester |
Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
Univ.-Prof. Wilfried Elmenreich, Mobile Systems Group, Institute of Networked and Embedded Systems Email: Wilfried.Elmenreich@aau.at |
Type of lecture and number of credits |
KU 2 SWS, 4 ECTS |
Description |
The course covers practical examinations in the field of mobile and wireless systems. Students will learn how to use the OPnet network simulator, conduct experiments and describe and interpret results. |
Topics |
1. Simulation 2. Computer networks 3. Mobile systems 4. Wireless systems |
Keywords |
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Prior knowledge |
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Learning objective |
Knowledge of how and when to use a simulator, visualization and interpretation of experimental results. |
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Language |
English |
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Research Seminar and Project
[700.298] Research Seminar in Networked Systems
Semester |
Winter semester |
Allocation in the Curriculum |
Master Curriculum, Information Technology
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Recommended Semester |
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Teacher |
Prof. Christian Bettstetter, Mobile Systems Group, Institute of Networked and Embedded Systems |
Type of lecture and number of credits |
SE 2 SWS, 6 ECTS |
Description |
This series of seminars covers topics from the area of communication networks with a focus on wireless and mobile systems. Based on scientific publications on selected topics, students work out technical talks and reports which are discussed in class. Each semester there is an umbrella topic. The "Research Seminar in Networked Systems" addresses latest research trend and requires students to reflect on possible research trends in this area. It is recommended for all students who want to do a master thesis in the area of networking or wireless communications. |
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Prior knowledge |
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Recommended Literature |
Scientific Publications |
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English |
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Curricula
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Contact
Dr.-Ing. Kyandoghere Kyamakya
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Research Groups
Control and Measurement Systems
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