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There are 4 modules in this course
The final part of this specialization in 6G wireless technologies will enable learners to understand digital twins-enabled wireless communications, master antenna design principles for 6G applications, explore comprehensive testbed implementations and industry use cases, and analyze 6G's ubiquitous connectivity vision. Learners will gain expert insights into how these implementation-focused technologies will enable practical deployment of next-generation wireless systems.
Part 3 focuses on real-world implementation and deployment aspects, examining digital twin fundamentals in telecommunications, antenna array design principles, testbed experimentation platforms, and industry applications. The integrated approach covers theoretical antenna physics, practical testbed configurations, and futuristic outlook discussions from industry leaders. Expert perspectives provide insights into building the road to 6G through trials, standardization, and ecosystem collaboration.
By completing Part 3, learners will be equipped with specialized knowledge in 6G implementation, testing, and deployment strategies, positioning them to lead practical 6G development initiatives. This final part of the specialization builds upon the foundational concepts from Parts 1 and 2, creating a complete pathway to 6G expertise that encompasses everything from theoretical principles to real-world deployment.
This module provides a comprehensive introduction to 6G wireless networks in terms of testbed development, key enabling technologies, and use cases. Students explore the evolution from 5G to 6G, examining performance targets, use cases across various industries including healthcare, transportation, and smart cities, and the critical role of testbeds in validating emerging technologies. The module combines academic insights with industry expertise, addressing practical challenges in deployment, standardization efforts, and global collaboration requirements for successful 6G implementation.
What's included
13 videos16 readings3 assignments
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13 videos•Total 113 minutes
Welcome to the Course•3 minutes
Introduction to 6G Testbeds •8 minutes
Key Enabling Technologies •9 minutes
Testbeds, Simulation Platforms and Experimentation •13 minutes
Use Cases and Industry Applications (Part 1)•7 minutes
Use Cases and Industry Applications (Part 2)•9 minutes
Future Challenges and Research Directions•8 minutes
Summary and Key takeaways •4 minutes
Part 1: Why 6G, and Why Now? •8 minutes
Part 2: Innovation Through Trials•16 minutes
Part 3: Closing the Global Connectivity Gap•15 minutes
Part 4: Designing for the Future •5 minutes
Part 5: Ecosystems, Standards & Collaboration •9 minutes
16 readings•Total 146 minutes
Meet the Course Team•3 minutes
Course Structure•3 minutes
Meet the Instructors•5 minutes
Section 1 Lecture Slides•5 minutes
6G White Papers•20 minutes
Section 2 Lecture Slides•5 minutes
Existing Platforms•10 minutes
Section 3 Lecture Slides•5 minutes
Article: 6G Wireless - A New Strategic Vision•20 minutes
Section 4 Lecture Slides•5 minutes
Existing Trials and Deployments•10 minutes
Section 5 Lecture Slides•5 minutes
Journal Article: Twelve Scientific Challenges for 6G•20 minutes
Section 6 Lecture Slides•5 minutes
Further Reading•5 minutes
Required Reading: On the Road to 6G - Visions, Requirements, Key Technologies, and Testbeds•20 minutes
3 assignments•Total 60 minutes
Module 1 Final Assessment•30 minutes
Practice Quiz 1•15 minutes
Practice Quiz 2•15 minutes
Module 2: Antenna Design for 6G Applications
Module 2•5 hours to complete
Module details
This module provides fundamental knowledge of antenna design principles and their specific applications in 6G wireless systems. Students explore antenna physics, key performance characteristics, and design considerations for next-generation communication networks. The module covers uniform and N-element antenna arrays, examining their design principles, radiation patterns, and beamforming capabilities essential for 6G applications.
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11 videos9 readings2 assignments
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11 videos•Total 104 minutes
Introduction to Antenna Physics•13 minutes
Antenna Characteristics Part 1•13 minutes
Antenna Characteristics Part 2•9 minutes
Antenna Characteristics Part 3•8 minutes
Antenna Characteristics Part 4•5 minutes
Uniform Antenna Arrays Part 1•10 minutes
Uniform Antenna Arrays Part 2•12 minutes
N-element Arrays Part 1•7 minutes
N-element Arrays Part 2•11 minutes
N-element Arrays Part 3•15 minutes
Takeaway Points •2 minutes
9 readings•Total 125 minutes
Meet the Instructors•5 minutes
Section 1 Lecture Slides•5 minutes
Book Chapter: Electromagnetic Waves and Antennas Chapter 16•30 minutes
Section 2 Lecture Slides•5 minutes
Journal Article: Antenna and Propagation Considerations for Amateur UAV Monitoring•20 minutes
Section 3 Lecture Slides•5 minutes
Book Chapter: Electromagnetic Waves and Antennas Chapter 22•30 minutes
Section 4 Lecture Slides•5 minutes
Journal Article: Terahertz Antenna Array Based on a Hybrid Perovskite Structure •20 minutes
2 assignments•Total 60 minutes
Module 2 Final Assessment•30 minutes
Practice Quiz•30 minutes
Module 3: Digital Twins-Enabled Wireless Communications
Module 3•5 hours to complete
Module details
This module introduces Digital Twin technology and its transformative applications in wireless communication systems, particularly within 6G networks. Students explore the fundamental concepts, historical development, and theoretical foundations of Digital Twins, examining different maturity levels and their characteristics. The module covers the integration of Digital Twins in telecommunications networks for enhanced network management, optimization, and predictive capabilities. Students analyze real-world applications across various sectors including smart cities, transportation, and social housing, while considering future challenges and research directions in Digital Twin-enabled wireless systems.
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10 videos14 readings2 assignments
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10 videos•Total 81 minutes
Introduction and History•9 minutes
Digital Twin Definition•6 minutes
Fundamentals & Theoretical Concepts Part 1•10 minutes
Fundamentals & Theoretical Concepts Part 2•10 minutes
Digital Twins in the Context of Telecommunication Networks Part 1•9 minutes
Digital Twins in the Context of Telecommunication Networks Part 2•5 minutes
Applications of Digital Twins in Different Sectors Part 1•7 minutes
Applications of Digital Twins in Different Sectors Part 2•5 minutes
Future Challenges and Directions•9 minutes
Summary and Key Takeaways•11 minutes
14 readings•Total 170 minutes
Meet the Instructors•5 minutes
Section 1 Lecture Slides•5 minutes
Book Chapter: The Digital Twin - What and Why? •20 minutes
Section 2 Lecture Slides•5 minutes
Journal Article: A review of digital twin capabilities, technologies, and applications based on the maturity model•30 minutes
Section 3 Lecture Slides•5 minutes
Book Chapter: Digital Twin for 5G Networks•20 minutes
Section 4 Lecture Slides•5 minutes
Journal Article: Digitalising Social Housing via Cyber-Physical Systems•20 minutes
Resource: iTwin Platform•20 minutes
Section 5 Lecture Slides•5 minutes
Book Chapter: Future Evolution of Digital Twins•20 minutes
Section 6 Lecture Slides•5 minutes
Further Reading•5 minutes
2 assignments•Total 60 minutes
Module 3 Final Assessment•30 minutes
Practice Quiz•30 minutes
Module 4: Discussion on 6G's Ubiquitous Connectivity and Futuristic Outlook
Module 4•4 hours to complete
Module details
This module features expert discussions on the transformative potential of 6G networks beyond traditional connectivity paradigms. Students explore the evolution from 5G to 6G, examining AI-native network architectures, the computing continuum, and integrated sensing and communications (ISAC) technologies. The module covers standardization efforts, non-terrestrial networks, and the societal implications of ubiquitous connectivity, including sustainability considerations and skills development for the future workforce. Through expert insights, students gain understanding of how 6G will reshape industries and society through intelligent, sensing-enabled networks.
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7 videos5 readings3 assignments
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7 videos•Total 87 minutes
Part 1: From 5G to 6G: Shifting Paradigms •12 minutes
Part 2: The Computing Continuum of 6G •13 minutes
Part 3: Building AI-Native Networks•15 minutes
Part 4: The Road Ahead: Skills, Society, and Sustainability•12 minutes
Part 1: 6G and Standardization•9 minutes
Part 2: Integrated Sensing and Communications for 6G •15 minutes
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