San José
Costa Rica
- Daniel Nunes
Advanced
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Description
This 40‑hour theoretical with case studies course provides a comprehensive update on synchronization technologies used in transport networks, with a strong focus on infrastructure planning and regulation. The program covers the fundamental principles of synchronization in telecommunications, synchronization systems and hierarchies, and synchronization in packet‑based networks. Special attention is given to the IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol (PTP), including its operation, deployment considerations, and performance evaluation. The course also addresses synchronization metrics and real‑world applications that require strict timing accuracy, supporting reliable and high‑performance network operation.
This training will be held in San Jose, Costa Rica on 27 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2026. The first edition of this training(Group 1) is also scheduled on 20 Jul 2026 - 24 Jul 2026 . We request that you apply to one as duplicate applications will not be considered
This course is intended for:
- Transport and telecommunications engineers;
- Network planning and design professionals;
- Engineers responsible for timing and synchronization infrastructures;
- Professionals working with packet‑based transport networks;
- Technical staff from operators, vendors, and system integrators.
Participants should have:
- Basic knowledge of telecommunications or transport network concepts.
- Familiarity with IP or packet‑based networks.
- General understanding of network planning or operations.
- Experience in telecom or networking environments is recommended.
The number of available places is limited to 30 in this course (15 for each group).
20/07/2026 – 24/07/2026 (Group 1)
27/07/2026 – 31/07/2026 (Group 2)
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamental concepts of synchronization in telecommunications networks;
- Describe synchronization systems, architectures, and timing hierarchies;
- Analyze synchronization challenges and solutions in packet‑based transport networks;
- Understand the operation and deployment of IEEE 1588 (PTP);
- Evaluate synchronization performance using standardized metrics;
- Identify applications and services that require strict synchronization requirements.
The course will be delivered in a Face-to-Face (F2F) format, combining instructor-led presentations with interactive discussions to foster an engaging learning environment. The instructor will introduce each topic through structured sessions, using real-world examples and case studies to enhance learning. Throughout the sessions, participants will be encouraged to actively participate by asking questions and engaging in open discussion. Also, debates will be facilitated to promote collaborative learning, allowing participants to explore the implications of the concepts shown during the course in their daily professional activities.
The assessment and grading methodology will include:
- 5 multiple-choice quizzes: 40%
- 1 Final test: 40%
- Active participation in the live lectures: 20%
At the end of each day, participants will have approximately 30 minutes to complete a quiz with ten multiple-choice questions, each with five options, on the topics discussed that day.
Participants will also take a final test with 20 questions to provide a more comprehensive assessment. The questions are evenly distributed across the four module topics, with five questions dedicated to each topic, ensuring thorough coverage. To enhance the variety and challenge, the quiz includes both Multiple Choice, Single Answer (MC-SA) and Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer (MC-MA) formats. Specifically, at least five out of the 20 questions are MC-MA, requiring the selection of multiple correct answers. Additionally, the order of the questions is randomized to prevent predictability and encourage a more robust evaluation of the students' understanding.
The final test will be administered asynchronously with a deadline of seven days after the end of the training.
A total score of 70% or higher is required to obtain the ITU certificate.
Session 1: Foundations & Time References
Focus: Establish the physical and functional basis of synchronization, global time references, and hierarchical distribution models in telecom networks.Basics of frequency, phase, and time; accuracy vs precision
Key Topics:
- Frequency, phase, and time; accuracy vs. precision; clock stability (jitter, wander, drift)
- Synchronization impact on QoS and service reliability (fixed and mobile)
- Global references: UTC, TAI, PPS, 10 MHz; GNSS and multi‑constellations; GNSSDO
- Atomic references (Cesium, Rubidium, Hydrogen)
- Hierarchies: PRC/PRS, ePRTC, SSU/SEC;
- holdover; time‑transfer chains
Session 2: Packet-Based Synchronization
Focus: Understand synchronization over IP/Ethernet, Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE), and the core operation of IEEE 1588 PTP, including clock roles and BMCA behavior.
Key Topics:
- Timing over IP/Ethernet networks
- Packet Delay Variation (PDV) effects
- SyncE fundamentals, ESMC/SSM, Quality Levels
- IEEE 1588 PTP architecture and clock types
- BMCA clock selection behavior
Session 3: Standards & Performance Metrics
Focus: Master ITU‑T telecom timing profiles and equipment requirements, then begin performance evaluation using standard metrics and error budgeting.
Key Topics:
- ITU-T timing profiles (G.8265.1, G.8275.1, G.8275.2)
- Equipment standards (G.8273.2)
- Time Error requirements (G.8271 series)
- Metrics: TE, MTIE, TDEV, Allan deviation
- Time error budgeting and interoperability
Session 4: Design, Applications & Security
Focus: Translate standards into design guidance, mitigate asymmetry and PDV, align timing to application requirements, and strengthen resilience/security of timing architectures.
Key Topics:
- Timing asymmetry and PDV mitigation
- Full vs Partial Timing Support architectures
- Application needs (mobile networks, power, industrial)
- GNSS vulnerabilities and resilience (ePRTC, redundancy, holdover)
- PTP/NTP security principles
Session 5: Case Studies & Project
Focus : Integrate concepts into end‑to‑end synchronization designs, justify choices against standards and acceptance criteria, and communicate trade‑offs.
Key Topics:
- Analysis of timing issues (PDV, asymmetry, misconfiguration)
- PTP field interpretation and GM switchover logic
- Acceptance and compliance concepts
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.
