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| Event: | Upcoming Events at the University of Oxford CPD Centre |
| | Venue: | Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Centre, University of Oxford, Littlegate House, Oxford, United Kingdom |
| | Date: | 04/10/09 To 07/26/09 |
| | Summary: | The Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Centre is an innovative and progressive unit within Oxford University Department for Continuing Education. We offer a variety of workshops, seminars, short courses, certificates, diplomas and masters degrees. | |
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| | Description: | Upcoming Events at the University of Oxford CPD Centre
Fri 10 April 2009 - Sun 26 July 2009
High-Speed Digital Design
High Frequency Measurements (probes and equipment used in Signal Integrity and EMC work) - University of Oxford
(1 - 2 June 2009)
This practical and demo-based course describes in depth how to measure signal and noise in high speed digital and analogue circuits. These measurements are then used to characterize high speed effects in electronic circuits including design verification and troubleshooting. Sources of measurement error are discussed. The measurement techniques are related to design issues to improve signal integrity, equipment EMC performance, and improve the overall reliability of electronic systems.
Presenter: Douglas Smith, Author of High Frequency Measurements and Noise in Electronic Circuits
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec207
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Advanced Troubleshooting Techniques for Circuits and Systems - University of Oxford
(3 June 2009)
This practical and demonstration based course covers advanced techniques for troubleshooting design problems both in the laboratory and in field installations. Doug Smith has developed these techniques over more than 30 years of working in this field. The techniques presented are very effective at reproducing problems that occur in the field infrequently. This seminar describes each technique in depth, how to apply it, and how to interpret results. A list of recommended equipment for troubleshooting difficult problems is presented. Emphasis is placed on delivering practical knowledge that can be used immediately on the job. Some class time is reserved to discuss problems and interests of those attending.
Presenter: Douglas Smith, Author of High Frequency Measurements and Noise in Electronic Circuits
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec208
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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EMC Lab Techniques for Designers (troubleshooting before you go to an EMC test site) - University of Oxford
(4 June 2009)
This practical and demonstration based course covers techniques for finding design issues that may cause EMC compliance problems early in the design cycle, long before an official EMC test. This can be accomplished in the development lab without the need for expensive EMC equipment. These techniques are easy to use and can find a wide range of potential EMC problems in a design right on the lab workbench. This seminar describes each technique in depth, how to apply it, and how to interpret results. Emphasis is placed on delivering practical knowledge that can be used immediately on the job. Some class time is reserved to discuss problems and interests of those attending.
Presenter: Douglas Smith, Author of High Frequency Measurements and Noise in Electronic Circuits
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec209
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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High-Speed Digital Design - University of Oxford
(15 - 16 June 2009)
Developed specifically for engineers and designers who work with high-speed digital signals, this course will give participants the power to instantly recognize and solve many of today's high-speed design problems. Topics include: driver modelling, ringing, termination, bus performance, bypass capacitors, crosstalk, metastability, ground bounce (ssn), split planes, mixed-signal isolation, and power system noise.
Presenter: Dr Howard Johnson, Signal Consulting Inc.
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec210
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Power Distribution Design - University of Oxford
(15 - 16 June 2009)
This course provides an overview of proven power distribution design practices. Good and bad solutions are illustrated and put into context of layout constraints, cost and performance. The primary focus is to give the necessary information with minimal mathematics so that designers can apply the trade-offs and design solutions in their everyday work. The course is illustrated by live HW and SW demonstrations.
Presenter: Dr. Istvan Novak Distinguished Engineer, Signal and Power Integrity, at SUN Microsystems, Inc.
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec211
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Electronic Product Design and Retrofit for EMC - University of Oxford
(15 - 16 June 2009)
This new course delivers a solid understanding of the problems encountered in designing and troubleshooting electronic hardware for electromagnetic compatibility. It provides a unique blend of applications, hardware demonstrations, and supporting theory for both beginner and advanced students.
This course is for Digital Logic Designers, Analogue Designers, Technicians, EMC Specialists, Printed Circuit Board Designers, Applications Engineers; anyone working with electronic circuits who is concerned with the control of low and high frequency electrical noise in electronic systems.
Presenter: Mr Lee Hill, MSEE University of Missouri-Rolla, Founding Partner, Silent Solutions, USA.
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec212
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Printed Circuit Board Design for Real-World EMI Control - University of Oxford
(15 - 16 June 2009)
This course focuses on the basic causes of EMC problems, and how to overcome these problems. It is not just a list of "rules or thumb" but rather it helps the student understand why EMC problems happen, and what can be done to eliminate them. These skills can be applied to real world product design immediately. Formulas and equations are not required and are minimized throughout the seminar.
Presenter: Dr. Bruce Archambeault, Archambeault EMI Enterprises, USA
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec213
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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High-Speed Noise and Grounding - University of Oxford
(17 - 18 June 2009)
High-Speed Noise and Grounding
17 - 18 June 2009
This 2-day class focuses on mixed-signal applications involving high-speed digital electronics used in conjunction with sensitive analog circuits such as radio receivers, GPS devices and cell phones. This course addresses the critical issues of noise and grounding that are seen in many advanced signal processing applications today, including avionics, telemetry and guidance systems.
This is an advanced-level course for experienced digital designers who want to press their designs to the upper limits of speed and distance. It is an advanced sequel to the 2 courses High-Speed Digital Design and Advanced High-Speed Signal Propagation by Dr Howard Johnson.
Presenter: Dr Howard Johnson, Signal Consulting Inc.
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec214
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Fullwave Modelling for EMC and Signal Integrity - University of Oxford
(17 - 18 June 2009)
This course examines the various full-wave simulation techniques, their strengths and their weaknesses, and when they should be used for various SI and EMC problems. It includes examples of applying full-wave techniques to real-world problems, such as decoupling power/ground planes, emissions from PC boards, connector effects (cross-talk, resonance, etc), effects of vias on high speed signals, and more.
This is a new advanced course following on from Dr Bruce Archambeault's Printed Circuit Board Design for Real-World EMI Control course.
The course is for Digital Engineers, EMC Specialists, EMC Engineers, Digital Logic Designers, System Architects, Design Managers, Printed Circuit Layout professionals, Applications Engineers and anyone who works with digital logic at high speeds (20 MHz to 20 GHz and beyond).
Presenter: Dr. Bruce Archambeault, Archambeault EMI Enterprises, USA
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec215
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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High-Speed ADCs, DACs and Mixed-Signal Processing Techniques for Design Engineers - University of Oxford
(19 June 2009)
Developed specifically for design engineers who work with high-speed ADCs and DACs, this course teaches attendees how to interpret the output spectrum from high-speed ADCs / DACs and understand their real performance. The course also provides an overview of mixed-signal processing techniques at systems level and mixed-signal integrity issues at circuit and layout level. The course includes a number of exciting classroom demonstrations.
Presenter: Dr. Rajan Bedi, EADS Astrium, UK
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec216
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Successful RF PCB Design - University of Oxford
(9 June 2009)
This intensive one-day course provides a thorough introduction to the principles of RF PCB design techniques in an intuitive and practical way including analogue RF systems, digital RF systems, how signals cross couple between circuits, minimising impact of digital noise, performance and limitations of physical components, PCB Technology, PCB layout, implementation and examples of potential layout problems.
Presenters:
Tony Richards, Senior Communications Technology Consultants, Plextek LtdSteve Williamson, Principal Engineer, Cambridge Consultants
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec190
Email: electronics@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Practical Antenna Design - University of Oxford
(9 - 10 June 2009)
Developed specifically for engineers and designers who work with radar and radio communications, this workshop will give participants the understanding of antenna theory and techniques, the skills to analyse, design and measure various antennas, and the knowledge of antenna measurements. The participants will have the opportunity to use industry standard software to design a practical antenna, and use equipment to conduct some antenna measurements during the course.
Presenters:
Dr Yi Huang, Head of Wireless Communications and Engineering Group, University of Liverpool
Dr Kevin Boyle, EPCOS
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec191
Email: electronics@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Online Introduction to Electronics - University of Oxford
(23 April - 3 July 2009)
This on-line course introduces you to the basic ideas behind electronic circuits. The course consists of ten units, each of which will require around 5 - 10 hours of study depending on your level of knowledge. After taking the course you should have a good idea of how electronic systems work and how they are made.
The course is particularly suitable for individuals who have little prior knowledge of electronics but need to better understand the electronics they come into contact with at work.
Presenter: Dr Will Moore, Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec187
Email: electronics@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Overview of Electronics - University of Oxford
(30 June - 1 July 2009)
This hands-on course is intended for individuals with little prior knowledge of electrical/electronic engineering who want to get a feeling for the subject and for individuals whose knowledge is "rusty" or out of date. It gives a quick insight into modern electronics with an emphasis on practical devices and systems. A previous exposure to basic science and maths at school will be assumed.
Presenter: Dr Will Moore, Deptartment of Engineering Science, University of Oxford
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec192
Email: electronics@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Overview of Digital Electronics - University of Oxford
(2 - 3 July 2009)
This hands-on course is intended for individuals with little prior knowledge of electrical/electronic engineering who want to get a feeling for the subject and for individuals whose knowledge is "rusty" or out of date. It gives a quick insight into modern digital electronics with an emphasis on practical devices and systems. A previous exposure to basic science and maths at school will be assumed.
Presenter: Dr Will Moore, Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec193
Email: electronics@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Microwave Radio for Next Generation Networks - University of Oxford
(1 - 3 July 2009)
This course looks at microwave radio systems and how the links should be designed, implemented and maintained, in order to meet the requirements of current and next generation networks. It covers the latest equipment advances to address the backhaul bottleneck, including synchronisation issues related to integrating packet based Ethernet technology with traditional TDM, in order to design and build networks that meet carrier grade performance. The course provides a theoretical overview of microwave transmission, together with practical real-world examples of link design, fading issues, antenna systems and frequency planning with advice based on field experience. This course would be useful for people wanting a thorough introduction to this field as well as experienced microwave design and maintenance engineers who want to get updated on the latest equipment and system design trends.
Presenter: Trevor Manning, Technical Trainer and Author
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec194
Email: electronics@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Practical RF/Microwave Design - University of Oxford
(6 - 10 July 2009)
This intensive, five-day practical course provides acceleration through the RF design learning curve by presenting a comprehensive introduction to RF and microwave design theory, techniques and measurements. It gives an overview of the fundamental concepts involved with RF/Microwave design and presents design methodologies for both passive and active RF and microwave circuits, common test and measurement issues and the subject of antenna design. "Hands-on" sessions of this course use the AWR Microwave Office design suite.
Presenters:
Dr Peter Gardner, Senior Lecturer, Dept of Electronic, Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Birmingham Andy Dearn, Senior Communications Technology Consultant, Plextek Ltd Graham Payne, Microwave Applications Consultant, Agilent Technologies Ltd Dr Yi Huang, Head of Wireless Communications and Engineering Group, University of Liverpool
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec195
Email: electronics@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Digital Signal Processing - University of Oxford
(7-9 July 2009)
This course gives a comprehensive grounding in DSP concepts and algorithms plus practical information on the design and implementation of DSP systems. It provides a good understanding of DSP principles and their implementation and equips the delegate to put the ideas into practice and/or to tackle more advanced aspects of DSP. The theoretical knowledge is illustrated by application examples, by demonstrations and by work in the laboratory.
Presenters:
Dr Will Moore, Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford
John Edwards, Senior Field Applications Engineer, picoChip Designs Ltd
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec188
Email: electronics@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Digital Signal Processing Implementation - University of Oxford
(10 July 2009
A one-day supplement to the Digital Signal Processing course that takes the theory and translates it into practice. It shows how to take common DSP algorithms and map them onto common processor architectures and gives a guide line for how to choose a DSP device. In addition to the algorithmic coding issues, the course covers the use of hardware specific functionality such as the use of internal or external memory and how to use DMA engines to optimise the use of both.
Presenter: John Edwards, Senior Field Applications Engineer, picoChip Designs Ltd
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec189
Email: electronics@conted.ox.ac.uk
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LTE services: Business models and strategies for new services beyond 3G including - HSDPA, Mobile Web 2.0, devices and content. - University of Oxford
(20-21 April 2009)
This course discusses the evolution and creation of services as networks upgrade to LTE and explores both services and business models for leveraging the network capabilities 'beyond 3G' including HSDPA.
The course covers: New services based on enhanced capacity of the network, IP based business models, Services unique to LTE and the core network, Social networks based on rich content like video, next generation voice services, user-generated content, unified communication, fixed mobile integration, Femtocells and Wi-Fi, wireless sensor networks and more.
Presenters
Ajit Jaokar, Mobile Telecoms Specialist and Author
Martin Sauter, Wireless Consultant, Nortel
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec203
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Mobile as 7th of the Mass Media - University of Oxford
(20 - 21 April 2009)
The course is an overview to mobile as a new media channel, and places mobile as the 7th mass media channel into context of the legacy six mass media (print, recordings, cinema, radio, TV and internet) with lessons from previous transitions. The course covers the unique competitive advantages of mobile as a mass media channel as well as discusses the perceived shortcomings such as tiny screen size and small keypad. The presenters give a broad range of examples of successful media concepts for mobile including music, gaming, news, video, social networking etc with emphasis on the consumer experience and the business models of innovative media concepts in mobile. Convergence with legacy media, in particular internet, television and print, are covered. The course is non-technical in nature but covers relevant tools such as the 6 M's mobile service creation tool and environment. All who attend the course will receive a copy of Tomi Ahonen's latest book Mobile as 7th of the Mass Media.
Presenters:
Tomi T. Ahonen MBA, Independent 3G Strategy Consultant and Author
Alan Moore, Author and CEO of SMLXL
David Cushman, Director of Social Media, Brando Digital
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec206
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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IMS/SIP - University of Oxford
(10 - 12 June 2009)
This course gives an overview of the 3GPP IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS), which is based on the IETF Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) and other protocols. After introduction to the IMS Architecture, the course focuses on the technical details of the SIP protocol and how it is applied within the IMS. Basic IMS procedures (registration, session establishment) as well as services (Presence, Messaging, Push-to-Talk) are introduced and essential details are highlighted.
Presenters:
Georg Mayer, Senior Specialist, Nokia
Hisham Khartabil, Customer Project Manager - Multimedia, Ericsson Australia
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec196
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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The Mobile Internet (including Convergence, WiMAX, PANs, WLAN, Bluetooth, Ultra-wideband and 4G) - University of Oxford
(2 - 3 July 2009)
What does the future hold for telecoms? - The Industry is, in the view of many commentators, at its most exciting since the dot com bust.
New technologies, services and concepts like Convergence have emerged to offer opportunities and challenges to the whole industry.
This course offers a balanced view on these, covering: Will WiMAX become the true "Mobile Internet?" Where are mobile data services going?
How will Wireless LANs evolve? What is the role of short range radio systems - such as Bluetooth and PANs? And finally, What is 4G?
Presenters:
Pete Smyth, Vice President of Converged Service Innovation, BT Group Chief Technology Office.
Larry Taylor, Systems Architect, Staccato Communications Inc.
Dave Wisely, Head of Mobility Research, BT Group
Richard Gedge, Seamless Wireless Networks, BT Group
Chris Beardsmore, ProfileFive
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec197
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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UMTS: System Design and Operation (including HSDPA/HSUPA) - University of Oxford
(6 - 10 July 2009)
The course provides a detailed end-to-end description and explanation of the global WCDMA, HSPA and LTE radio standards in 3GPP Releases 99, 5, 6, 7 and 8. With presentations from Harri Holma and Antti Toskala, authors of the definitive work "WCDMA for UMTS", "HSDPA/HSUPA for UMTS", and "LTE for UMTS" this course provides an excellent opportunity to hear from the key instigators of these technologies.
Real world implementation aspects of the new technology will also be discussed, including the dual-mode radio receiver in multimedia handsets, system dimensioning and design and application performance. Emphasis throughout the course will be placed on optimizing the data capability of these networks, including efficient packet data capacity, broadband wireless services, radio resource management as well as upgrade paths for operators.
Presenters:
Dr Harri Holma, Head of Technology Office - Radio Access, Nokia Siemens Networks
Antti Toskala, Manager, Radio Standardization, Nokia Siemens Networks
Dr Jonathan Moss, Telecoms Consultant
Laurent Noel, System Architect, ST-NXP Wireless
Neil Wiffen, Senior Technical Instructor, Red Banana
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec198
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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HSDPA/HSUPA (high speed downlink / uplink packet access) and its Evolution in Releases 5 - 8 - University of Oxford
(8 July 2009)
This cutting edge 1-day advanced course explains the capabilities and operation of High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) and High Speed Uplink Packet Access (HSUPA) technologies, the key enhancements for 3G WCDMA Mobile. The course focuses on HSDPA and HSUPA, the differences to the WCDMA, and HSPA upgrade paths. Impacts to the equipment and technology details are covered, including the resulting system performance.
Presenters:
Dr Harri Holma, Head of Technology Office - Radio Access, Nokia Siemens Networks
Antti Toskala, Manager, Radio Standardization, Nokia Siemens Networks
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec199
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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LTE Release 8 - University of Oxford
(9 July 2009)
This 1-day advanced course explains the details of 3GPP LTE Release 8 specifications. The course covers the physical layer solutions, radio protocols, system architecture, mobility management, system algorithms and expected system capacity. Both Frequency division duplex (FDD) and Time division duplex (TDD) modes are covered. The LTE system deployment scenarios and frequency variants are presented. The LTE solutions and performance are compared to the WCDMA/HSPA and WiMAX solutions.
Presenters:
Dr Harri Holma, Head of Technology Office - Radio Access, Nokia Siemens Networks
Antti Toskala, Manager, Radio Standardization, Nokia Siemens Networks
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec201
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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UMTS: Protocol Architecture - University of Oxford
(10 July 2009)
This course presents a technical description of UMTS Protocol Architecture and key signalling procedures from Release 99 through to Release 7 of the 3GPP specifications including the protocol structures and mechanisms that support HSDPA and the Enhanced Uplink Dedicated Channel (HSUPA).
UMTS protocol analysis software is utilised during the course the output of which will be made available to delegates as required enabling them to analyse detailed logs taken from data-call and IP packet transfer sequences. The output from the analyser software will be made available in HTML format following the course so that delegates can also analyse the call sessions for themselves following the presentation.
Presenter: Neil Wiffen, Senior Technical Instructor, Red Banana
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec202
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Win in Business with Mobile Technology - University of Oxford
(8 - 9 July 2009)
Mobile technology has changed our lives with ubiquitous coverage and advanced always-on handsets. Companies are improving productivity and employees lives by providing mobile devices. These can be basic E-mail and Messaging devices, through to Customer Relationship Management tools and Line of Business applications. This 2-day course covers both technical and non-technical areas, developed for IT Managers, System Integrators and Account Managers of handset companies and mobile operators. We start by presenting real life corporate case studies with live demonstrations. We then compare suitability of handsets including BlackBerry, iPhone and Google Android, and present Middleware solutions and OTA Device Management. We conclude with security options and areas to watch for when using commercial mobile networks.
Presenters:
Dr Jonathan Moss, Telecoms Consultant
Neil Wiffen, Senior Technical Instructor, Red Banana
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec200
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Beyond 3G - Bringing Networks, Terminals and the Web Together (LTE, WiMAX, IMS, 4G Devices and the Mobile Web 2.0) - University of Oxford
(15 - 16 July 2009)
This 2 day course gives a sound technical introduction to 3GPP LTE and SAE and explains the decisions taken during standardization while also examining the likely competition for LTE such as HSPA+ and WiMAX. It looks at next generation network technologies, the latest mobile device developments, voice and multimedia services and the mobile web 2.0. We consider how the systems, devices and software work and the reasons behind why they are designed in this particular way. How these elements strongly influence each other is discussed as well as how network capabilities, available bandwidth, impact of femtocells, mobile device capabilities and new application concepts will shape the way we communicate in the future. The course is an ideal end to end introduction to wireless, from mobile software architecture to core networks, making it a valuable resource for anyone working in the industry.
Presenters:
Martin Sauter, Nortel
John Edwards, PicoChip
Third presenter, TBD
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec204
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Systems Engineering
Systems Engineering Fast-Track - University of Oxford
13 - 17 July 2009
This newly-developed course is based on 20 years experience in systems engineering and provides not only insights to the overall systems-engineering process, but detailed methods and tools that support that process. The methods and tools presented are pragmatic and practical and have been used on real programmes and bids in the range of £10M to £2Bn.
This course is for you if:
You have recognised that your organisation needs to improve in areas including: requirements management, system modelling and the systems-engineering process
Your organisation has a target to reach higher CMMI® levels
You are new to large-scale systems development or you want to refresh your existing knowledge and skills
You are a team leader and want information that you can use to improve the performance of your team in an efficient manner
This course is for graduate-level engineers from companies that develop, or are part of a team that develops complex systems, which have one or more of the following characteristics:
Have around 500 to 2000 individually identified requirements
Range in value from £10M to £2.5Bn
Have safety or security critical elements
Incorporate or interface with significant levels of legacy technology
Involve teams of companies
Involve more than one technology area, for example: software, electronics, electro- mechanics, hydraulics and human systems elements
Presenter: Dr. Rob Collins, Requirements and Test Manager, General Motors Acceptance Corporation (U.K.) plc
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/elec205
Email: technology@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Business and Management Skills
Applying Knowledge Management: Principles & Practices - University of Oxford
(29 June 2009)
This intensive course is for those who would like develop a comprehensive insight into the main aspects of knowledge management and to equip themselves with the practical skills to build or begin the introduction of knowledge management interventions within their organisation. It will focus on the operations of organisations as a whole to provide comprehensive integrated solutions and ideas to the challenges faced by course delegates.
Presenter: Dr John Wilson, Independent Consultant and Researcher
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/busi01
Email: business@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Successful Change Management - University of Oxford
(30 June 2009)
This highly successful and practical course investigates the main theories and underpinning principles and relates these to current changes in the commercial and public sectors. It shows how successful change can be achieved at individual, team and organisational levels through the use of a number of practical tools and skills. A wide range of tools are discussed and practiced in relation to individual, group and organizational change. It is for those who are responsible for, or involved in, managing change from small scale interventions to large scale restructuring. In particular it will consider how the current recession can be used as a vehicle to drive forward necessary changes which might not be considered during more buoyant times.
Presenter: Dr John Wilson, Independent Consultant and Researcher
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/busi01
Email: business@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Essentials of Project Management for Scientists and Engineers - University of Oxford
(1 July 2008)
This intensive one-day course provides a comprehensive introduction to the essential aspects of project management for scientists and engineers. The course will draw on relevant case studies, demonstrate useful software packages and prepare participants to apply learning from the course in their organizations. Specifically, the course covers the following key areas:
1. Why we do projects
2. The Project Manager and Team
3. Planning the Project
4. Budgeting the Project
5. Scheduling the Project
6. Allocating Resources to the Project
7. Monitoring and Controlling the Project
8. Evaluating and Terminating the Project
The course is designed specifically to benefit Scientists and Engineers in large or small public and private sector organizations with responsibility for project delivery, and assumes no prior training in project management techniques.
Presenter: Dr Eamonn Molloy, University Lecturer in Operations Management and Project Portfolio Management, Saïd Business School (SBS), University of Oxford
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/busi01
Email: business@conted.ox.ac.uk
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Advanced Project Management for Engineers and Scientists - University of Oxford
(2 July 2009)
This intensive one-day course will introduce Project Portfolio Management (PPM) as a framework for improving organizations ability to effectively deliver multiple, interdependent, complex science and technology projects on time, on budget and to specification. This involves not only effective project management discipline, but also ensuring that the organization is selecting, prioritizing and investing in the right portfolio of projects in the first place, optimizing resource allocation between them, and monitoring them throughout the entire project life-cycle through to delivery. The objective is to offer a condensed, yet comprehensive overview of current and emerging best-practice methodologies and techniques for meeting the challenges of managing multiple, complex science and technology projects.
Presenter: Dr Eamonn Molloy, University Lecturer in Operations Management and Project Portfolio Management, Saïd Business School (SBS), University of Oxford
University of Oxford CPD Centre
Location: Oxford
Tel: +44 (0)1865 286959
Website: http://cpd.conted.ox.ac.uk/busi01
Email: business@conted.ox.ac.uk | |
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