- Spectrum management
- English
Introductory
Description
Wireless technology now drives the development and diversification of information and communication services for government, industry, and the public. In line with the rapid growth of many wireless services and applications, efficient management of radio spectrum has become more and more important for the socio-economic development of a country. The radio spectrum is a scarce natural resource and foundation for all the new mobile applications, and how efficiently use this crucial asset could decides the flourishment or languishment of new wireless service industries in a country.
The target audience for this course is incoming and emerging ICT/Telecommunications regulators and policymakers.
Basic knowledge of spectrum engineering or telecommunications
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of spectrum management and establish a spectrum management regulatory framework.
- Gain an understanding of the role of ITU, region, and National Regulatory Authorities in spectrum management.
- Build spectrum management knowledge on international regulations, recommendations, principles, and processes for various services.
- Understand the guidelines on EMF human exposure limits and other related topics to spectrum management.
This course will be delivered using self-paced online learning. The course is delivered using interactive modules posted on the course page and selected reference materials that the participants can study for further insights.
The course is delivered using interactive modules with activities like quizzes, drag and drop exercises, flipcards, etc.
Total score higher than 70% on the final exam is required to obtain the ITU digital badge.
The topics covered in this module are:
1. Introduction to Spectrum Management
- Radio spectrum overview
- Why is spectrum management important
2. Technical concepts on radio communication
- Radio spectrum physical phenomena
- Propagation model and recommendation of radio wave
- Digital modulation techniques and network design with interference analysis
3. Spectrum management regulatory framework
- Spectrum management regulation
- Regional cooperation structure and functions
- Role of National Regulatory Authority (NRA) • Spectrum authorization (licensing) principles and processes
4. Spectrum management on various services
- Radio and TV Broadcasting Services
- Land Mobile Services
- Fixed Services
- Satellite Communication Services
- Licensed-exempt Applications
5. Frequency coordination and other topics on spectrum management
- Cross-border frequency coordination principles and international agreements
- Role of radio monitoring
- EMF human exposure limits and principles
Registration information
Unless specified otherwise, all ITU Academy training courses are open to all interested professionals, irrespective of their race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, economic status and other diverse backgrounds. We strongly encourage registrations from female participants, and participants from developing countries. This includes least developed countries, small island developing states and landlocked developing countries.