ABOUT THE COURSE:This course aims to impart a fundamental level understanding of sixth-generation (6G) wireless technology, encompassing its underlying concepts, use cases, and architectural frameworks. Starting with the overview of the evolution of wireless systems and standards, participants will delve into the essential principles behind 6G technology. The course will also cover the basics of multi-input multi output (MIMO) technology used in 6G wireless standards, along with advanced concepts like, massive MIMO, intelligent reflective surfaces (IRS), holographic beamforming, and orbital angular momentum (OAM). The students will also learn about next generation multiple access technologies such as non-orthogonal multiple access (NOMA), rate-splitting multiple access (RSMA), and fundamental coding schemes such as Polar and low density parity check (LDPC) Codes. Further, this course will also introduce students to advanced network topology for 6G, such as non-terrestrial networks, underwater networks,optical wireless networks and AI/ML models for 6G networks and devices. Lastly, the course will also address forthcoming insights and potential technological advancements shaping the next generation of wireless communication systems.INTENDED AUDIENCE: UG and PG StudentsPREREQUISITES: Mandatory:1. Principles of Signals and Systems2. Principles of Communication Systems3. Fundamentals of wireless communicationDesirable:4. Matlab CodingINDUSTRY SUPPORT: In general, any company/ industry working with Wireless Communication and cellular/ Wi-Fi technology will recognize this course. Some examples include:1. Cellular Operators: Jio/Airtel/ BSNL/Aircel/VI2. CDOT3. Cisco/ Ericsson/ Nokia / Arista Networks4. Qualcomm / Samsung
Overview
Syllabus
Week 1:Overview of next-generation Communication System
- Fundamentals of Wireless Communications
- Evolution of Wireless Systems and Standards
- Current Wireless systems (WLAN, Cellular, Satellite, Optical etc.)
- 6G paradigm shifts, use cases, 6G KPIs
- SIMO and MISO systems
- MIMO systems
- Massive MIMO systems
- Intelligent reflective surfaces (IRS)/ Metasurfaces
- Holographic Beamforming
- Orbital Angular Momentum (OAM)
- 6G Coding Schemes (LDPC and Turbo Codes)
- 6G Modulation Techniques
- Multiple Access Schemes for 6G
- Candidate waveforms for 6G: OFDM, NOMA, OFDMA
- Non-Terrestrial Networks
- Underwater Networks
- Optical-Wireless Network
- Green Communication Network
- AI / ML Models for 6G Networks and Devices
Taught by
Prof. Vivek Ashok Bohara