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Course Outline
Introduction to 6G: Vision and Catalysts
- Evolutionary history: tracing the path from 1G to 6G and identifying key turning points.
- Strategic catalysts: focusing on latency, capacity, reliability, and embedded AI.
- High-level timeline and key stakeholder roles in development.
From 5G to 6G: Distinctions and Progression
- Addressing the limitations of 5G that 6G is designed to overcome.
- The transition toward AI-centric networks and distributed intelligence models.
- Seamless integration of sensing, communication, and control functions.
Key Enabling Technologies
- Terahertz (THz) communication techniques and associated propagation challenges.
- Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS) and next-generation antenna systems.
- Advancements in Massive MIMO, full-duplex radio, and photonics integration.
- Network AI, distributed learning frameworks, and intent-driven orchestration.
Spectrum, Standards, and Policy Dynamics
- Spectrum requirements for 6G and the complexities of international coordination.
- The role of standards bodies, research initiatives, and public-private partnerships.
- Regulatory perspectives on privacy, spectral coexistence, and safety standards.
Architectures and Cloud-Native Network Design
- Leveraging the edge, fog, and cloud continuum for 6G service delivery.
- Implementing service-based architectures, network slicing, and programmable infrastructure.
- Ensuring interoperability with legacy systems and multi-cloud environments.
Applications and Industry Sectors
- Extended Reality (XR), holographic communication, and immersive collaboration tools.
- Industry 4.0 integration, digital twins, and tactile internet for manufacturing.
- Autonomous systems, Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communication, and critical mobility solutions.
- Smart city initiatives, advanced healthcare delivery, and environmental monitoring.
Security, Privacy, and Ethical Perspectives
- Threat models for hyper-connected systems and supply-chain security risks.
- Data governance, privacy-protected communication protocols, and trust frameworks.
- Ethical and social impacts of widespread sensing technologies and AI deployment.
Deployment Hurdles and Business Implications
- Infrastructure investment strategies, business model innovation, and total cost of ownership.
- Managing interoperability, vendor ecosystems, and mitigating lock-in risks.
- Addressing skill gaps, organizational preparedness, and change management.
Workshop: Organizational 6G Readiness and Roadmap
- Prioritizing high-impact use cases and identifying pilot project opportunities.
- Evaluating deficiencies in infrastructure, workforce skills, and data readiness.
- Creating a 6–18 month pilot strategy and stakeholder engagement plan.
Conclusion and Future Directions
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of networking and telecommunications principles.
- A strong interest in technology strategy, policy development, or digital transformation.
- Confidence in interpreting technical summaries and assessing their business relevance.
Target Audience
- IT specialists and network planning professionals.
- Government policymakers and regulatory bodies.
- C-suite executives and digital transformation champions.
7 Hours