5G is expected to bring with it revolutionary changes to not only personal communication, but sectors including healthcare, education, agriculture, and more.

On this course, you’ll take an in-depth look at the development of mobile technology and explore the future of mobile communication, positioning 5G as one of the key drivers of the Internet of Things and Industrial 4.0 technologies.

Discover the first generations of mobile technology, from 1G to the present day

Starting with 1G wireless networks, you’ll journey through forty years of mobile development, exploring each generation and its impact on communication and data delivery.

You’ll examine key terminology including cells, frequency, and bandwidth, giving you a fundamental understanding of mobile communication infrastructure.

With this knowledge, you’ll be able to plot the evolution of mobile technology and identify advantages and problems with each generation.

Explore the advent of mobile internet

As mobiles moved from 2G to 3G and then 4G technology, users became less focused on direct communication and more interested in social connectivity.

You’ll track these technological advancements and learn how 4G revolutionised the infrastructure of wireless communication, paving the way for dramatic developments in smartphone technology.

Investigate the future of wireless technology

Building on your understanding of previous generations, you’ll delve into 5G and what the future holds in terms of Long Term Evolution.

You’ll be able to define what separates 5G and 4G technology, and identify targets for 5G development.

Using this knowledge, you’ll be able to predict the next steps in mobile communication and discuss its potential impact on our social, professional, and personal lives.