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B-ISDN: Architecture and Channels

Audience

Operational and technical staff

Prerequisites

Familiarity with the courses WAN Technologies, Packet Switching WANs, and Fast Packet Technologies; some knowledge of wide area networks

Course Aim

To give the student a foundation in broadband ISDN

Learning Objectives

Describe ISDN in terms of channels, interfaces, services, and standards. Elaborate the motivations behind and the evolution towards B-ISDN. Describe B-ISDN building blocks.

Topics Covered

Introduction to ISDN - The ISDN - ISDN channels - ISDN access interfaces - Devices and reference points - Overview of ISDN services Broadband ISDN - Introduction to B-ISDN - B-ISDN services Evolution of B-ISDN - Service to the customer - Integration of LANs and MANs - Connectionless services - Delay and echo - Tariffs