Building a Career in the Telecoms/IT Industry

Telecommunication Engineering Training
Laplace Knowledge Academy (www.laplaceknowledgeacademy.com), an arm of Laplace Technologies Limited (www.laplacetechnologies.com) was formally founded in 2011 to provide top of range practical, engaging and skill-oriented Telecoms and IT training solutions. It is a training institute that is dedicated to building a new generation of telecoms engineers and IT professionals. It is basically targeted towards graduates who seek to begin a career in telecommunications industry; and also for those who may want to make a change in their careers, or enhance their career in telecoms. The academy is leveraging on the established reputation of the parent company Laplace Technologies Nigeria Limited in the area of telecoms engineering services. We have the following courses for the period April through July, 2013. 1. Location: Lagos
Course: Radio Network Planning & Optimization RNPO Duration: April15 – April 26 Amount: ₦100,000 (20% discount for first 10 registered)
2. Location: Lagos
Course: Radio Network Planning & Optimization RNPO Duration: May 13 - 24 Amount: ₦100,000 (20% discount for first 10 registered)
3. Location: Lagos
Course: Telecommunication Equipment Engineering TEE (Fundamentals) Duration: June 3 - 14 Amount: ₦80,000 (20% discount for first 10 registered)
4. Location: Lagos
Course: Telecommunication Equipment Engineering TEE (Advanced) Duration: July 1 – July 12 Amount: ₦120, 000 (20% discount for first 10 registered) The course contents for RNPO & TEE (Fundamental & Advanced) courses are as follows:
Radio Networks Planning & Optimization Curriculum Radio network planning and optimization (RNPO) provides a solid understanding of how to design /plan and optimize a high quality GSM radio network. It is a course for those who seek to build a career as a Network Planning & Optimization Engineer. It will give you the required foundation and mid level skills necessary to start off as a Network Planning & Optimization Engineer Course Modules Module 1–Introduction to telecommunications
Telecommunications in Today’s Industry, Evolution of Mobile Communication.
Module 2–Second Generation Mobile Networks
GSM network Architecture and Functions, Radio channel management, Radio cell and wave propagation.
Module 3–Radio Network Planning Process
Site planning; Site simulation and modeling Site survey and validation, Coverage and Capacity planning.
Module 4–Technical Site Survey
Simulation of Greenfield surveys, Site Audit and Site report writing; Use of SAF forms and site survey software.
Module 5–Interference Theory and Frequency Planning
Theory of interference; Frequency Spectrum allocation; Frequency Planning and Re-Use pattern; Frequency hopping.
Module 6–Network Systems Information and Parameter Planning
Network Identity parameters; System control Parameter; Cell data parameters; Network Function parameters.
Module 7–Radio Network Optimization and Quality of Service
RNO process flow, KPI definitions; Interference, Call drop, Call setup, Handover; Congestion, RNO methods Drive test and call Quality test, RNO Case studies.
Module 8–WCDMA Overview
Evolution of WCDMA, Spectral Allocation and Spectral Analysis, System Architecture and Channel Coding, WCDMA network and Capacity Planning, Introduction to WCDMA KPIs
Telecommunication Equipment Engineering (Fundamentals) Curriculum Telecommunication equipment engineering (TEE) provides comprehensive overview of telecommunication system, including GSM system, 3G system & CDMA systems. Included in the modules are practical approaches adopted by telecommunication industry, explanations and description of telecommunication terminologies and equipments used at cell site. TEE course is a course for those who seek to build a career as a BSS engineer, it will give you the foundational and mid level skills to jump start your career Course Modules Module 1: Telecommunication networks; Generational evolution; Network Architecture; Physical and Logical Channels. Module 2: Introduction to BSS: Definition of BSS; Functions of BSS; Module 3: Nodes in BSS (BTS, BSC, Transcoder and PCU); Functions of the various nodes in BSS; Module 4: Protocol Stacks; BSS Interfaces; Application Parts; BSSAP, MTP, DTAP; Module 5: Modulation; Modulation Types and Techniques; Access technologies and Modulation Schemes; Voice and Channel Coding; Speech Coding and Advanced Speech Coding Module 6: BSS Installation and Implementation. Equipment description, Implementation Scenario and Standard operating procedure for the Equipment Module 7: Antennas and Impedance Matching; the Concept of VSWR; Using the Site Master Telecommunication Equipment Engineering (Advanced) Curriculum TEE is designed to give a comprehensive overview of telecommunication system, GSM system, 3G system & CDMA system. Included in the modules are practical approaches adopted by telecommunication industry, explanations and description of telecommunication terminologies and equipments used at cell site. At completion of training, students will become better acquainted with various RF Segment such as RF survey, installation and commissioning, maintenance, quality audit, health and safety precaution etc. The course ends with field practice where the students are given practical on-site exposure so as to get live on-site working experience.
Course Modules
Module 1–Introduction to Telecommunication
History of communication, What is GSM, Evolution of GSM, Fundamentals of GSM, GSM Architecture, Understanding GSM channels, Call flow in GSM system, Radio interface, advantages of GSM, GSM traffic management, GSM transmission, GSM 900/1800/1900, What is CDMA, Evolution of CDMA, spread spectrum techniques, CDMA system architecture.
Module 2–Cell Site and Outdoor Equipment
What is cell site, Introduction & classification of cell site, Telecom Towers, Diesel Generator, Shelters, Hybrid Solutions, AMF/ATS panel, Earthing Pits, Lightning Arrestors, Aviation Lamps, Pole Mounts, Outdoor Cable Trays GSM Antenna & Accessories (Tilt Arrangement, Antenna Clamps etc.), RF cables & Accessories (RF cables, Jumper cables, RF connectors, RF Clamp, RF Earthing Kits, RET, Whether proofing Kits & Surge Arrestors etc.
Module 3–Indoor Equipment
Introduction-classification-Working Principle-Manufacturer of Roxtec, Cable tray (indoor-HCT),Servo-stabilizer, Power Interface Unit, Power Plant, Air-conditioner, Battery Bank, Alarm panel, ACDB, DCDB, DDF, Transmission Rack etc.

Module 4–Introduction to Microwave System
Introduction of Microwave, MW Frequencies Band, Propagation Used, LOS Principle, Fundamental of LOS survey, Why we used MW communication system in GSM Network, Basic Design of MW Antenna, Different Parts used in MW Antenna, Block Diagram of MW communication System, E1’s Fundamental, E1 Capacity of MW communication system, Different Types of MW communication system, Data required to install & Align MW Antenna, Installation Process, Alignment Process, Terminology used in MW communication system etc.

Module 5–Introduction to BTS Fundamentals
Introduction to BTS, Fundamental Block diagram of BTS, Different cards/module of BTS, Functionality of each cards/module in BTS, Fundamentals of Diversity Technique, Sectorization in BTS, Career configuration in BTS, Alarms of BTS, Terminology used in BTS etc.

Module 6–Test Equipment and Tools Used in BTS & Microwave Installations and Commissioning
Introduction-Specification & Used of Tools (Spanners, Screw Drivers, Hammers, Cutters, Crimping Tools, Knife, Hack Saws, Drill Machine, Soldering iron, Tilt Meter, Compass, RF Cutter, Sprit Level, Allen Key, Rope, Pulley etc.), Test Equipments (Laptop, Power Meter, VSWR Meter, BER Tester, Site Analyzer etc.) Health & Safety Tools (Helmet, Safety Belt, Gloves, Boot, First Aid Box etc)
Module 7–Installation and Commissioning of BTS, Microwave and Ancillary Equipment
RFI Survey and report Generation, Preparation of Material Requisition Note (MRN), Finalization of tool kit according to work, Selection of Team according to work, Verify List of materials used at sites, Unpacking of materials, Initial reporting from site, Installation process, Finalization of Installation, VSWR measurement of RF cable, Commissioning of MW, Alignment of MW, BTS commissioning, Integration of cell site, Alarm Testing, Call Testing, Call Handover Testing, Preparation of Site Documentation, Punch points check & Quality Check etc.

Module 8–Maintenace.
Who Should Attend
· Fresh OND/HND/B.Sc graduates looking forward to a career in telecommunications · Operations and Support Specialists in the Telecom/IT industry · Candidates with less technical disciplines seeking a career in the ICT industry Interested candidates should apply online at our Website You may wish to spread your payment overtime and complete it just before commencement of training, as part payment will not be accepted after training commences. Please check our Website for our bank account details. You can commence payment immediately. Please note that we are particular about class capacity and admission is usually on first come-first served basis. Late entries are usually rescheduled to subsequent batches.
Please check through our website www.laplaceknowledgeacademy.com for more information or you can contact us via the e-mail; [email protected] or call 08083082726, 08065148168.