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Radio Access Network

The Radio Access Network (RAN) program introduces students to the engineering behind mobile network coverage, signal performance, and wireless communication. The course focuses on the technologies and infrastructure that power mobile voice and data services across 3G, 4G, and 5G networks. Participants will learn RF fundamentals, RAN architecture, coverage and capacity planning, and basic optimization techniques used in real telecom environments. The program provides practical foundational knowledge for aspiring RF and wireless network engineers.

Course Snapshot

Cost

$99.00

Duration
6 Weeks
Start Date
Jun 18, 2026
Location
Virtual
Seats Left
14 Open
Certification
Yes
Prerequisite
None
Curriculum

What You Will Learn

  • Introduction to Radio Access Networks

  • Fundamentals of RF Engineering

  • Evolution of RAN Technologies (3G, 4G & 5G)

  • RAN Architecture (NodeB, eNodeB, gNodeB)

  • Signal Propagation & Radio Wave Behavior

  • Coverage vs Capacity Planning

  • Antennas & RF Components

  • Cell Planning Fundamentals

  • Interference & Signal Quality Analysis

  • KPI Analysis & Performance Metrics

  • Introduction to Drive Testing

  • Complex Network Design Scenarios

  • 4G LTE & 5G NR Fundamentals

Target Outcome

Career Prospects & Outcomes

  • Understand the fundamentals of Radio Access Networks (RAN)
  • Identify the roles of NodeB, eNodeB, and gNodeB in mobile networks
  • Understand RF engineering concepts and signal propagation
  • Differentiate between coverage and capacity challenges
  • Understand cell planning and network design principles
  • Apply optimization techniques to improve network performance
  • Understand the fundamentals of 3G, 4G, and 5G radio networks
  • Interpret real-world wireless network scenarios
  • Build foundational skills required for RF and RAN engineering roles

Potential Roles You Can Target

RAN Engineer Telecom Field Engineer Telecom Infrastructure Engineer Network Operations Engineer
Student Success

What Our Alumni Say

"This training provided me with an incredible foundation. The transition from 4G to 5G suddenly made perfect sense."

Emeka Peters

RF Optimization Engineer

"I successfully transitioned into a Core Networking role thanks to the deep dive into IMS and EPC call flows."

Sarah Jenkins

Core Network Specialist

Expert Mentors

Learn From The Best

C

Collins Anwara

BEng. Electrical/Electronics Engineering

Experience Focus

In my current role as a Radio Access Network (RAN) Engineer at Globacom Limited, I have improved network availability by 30% and enhanced Quality of Service (QoS) by 35% through proactive troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, network optimization, and technical design recommendations that also reduced escalation cases by 25%.

I am focused on bringing this level of technical expertise, operational discipline, and problem-solving capability to a...

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