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Table of ContentsTable of Contents
Overview 5
Learning Objectives 6
Associations 7
Resources 26
Magazines 33
Contributors 38
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OverviewOverview
This module will address the following topics: Wireless professional associations Wireless resources.
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Learning ObjectivesLearning Objectives
Describe the professional associations and resources available in the wireless industry.
After completing this module, you will be able to:
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AssociationsAssociations
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AMTA AMTA
Provides information about the specialized wireless communications industry
Offers publications and sponsors an annual conference addressing the regulatory landscape in the business wireless telecommunications industry
The American Mobile Telecommunications Association:
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CDGCDG
An international consortium advancing the CDMA standard
The CDMA Development Group is:
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CWTACWTA
Mobile telephony Paging Mobile satellites Mobile radio Fixed wireless
The Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association provides a guide to the Canadian wireless industry in the following areas:
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CTIACTIA
Publishes the World of Wireless Communications online addressing the marketplace, news, and lobbying efforts
Provides consumer information addressing safety, how the technology works, and equipment and service selection tips
The Cellular Telecommunications and Internet Association:
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The GSM AssociationThe GSM Association
Responsible for the development, deployment and evolution of the Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM) standard for digital wireless communications and for the promotion of the GSM platform
The Global System for Mobile Communication
Association is:
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GWECGWEC
Is a collaborative organization bringing industry and academia together to increase skilled workers for the wireless industry
Offers a modular curriculum available to members Host annual Faculty Workshop and facilitates practical
work experiences for students pursuing wireless education
The Global Wireless Education Consortium:
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IEEIEE
European organization with nearly 140,000 members Has over 20 societies/technical councils Provides publications, books, and continuing education
The Institution of Electrical Engineers:
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IEEEIEEE
350,000 members in 150 countries Over 20 societies/technical councils Publications, books, and continuing education available
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers has:
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ITA ITA
An FCC-certified frequency advisory committee that coordinates over 6,000 applications per year on behalf of applicants seeking frequency assignments between 30-900 MHz.
Provides a variety of services such as license preparation, engineering analysis, radio protection and interference resolutions.
The Industrial Telecommunications Association is:
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LMCC LMCC
A trade group of frequency coordinators and associations serving private users and commercial operators.
The Land Mobile Communications Council is:
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MPRG MPRG
Was established in 1990 with funding from large telecommunications firms.
Provides tools for manufacturers, service providers, and regulatory agencies.
The Mobile and Portable Radio Group:
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NARTENARTE
The National Association of Radio and Telecommunications Engineers is: A worldwide, non-profit, professional organization which
certifies engineers and technicians in the following fields: TelecommunicationsElectromagnetic Compatibility/
Interference (EMC)Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)Wireless Systems Installation
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PCIA PCIA
Positions its members to take advantage of marketplace openings for the next generation of products and services
Provides a glossary of wireless terms Sponsors an online community that discusses global
mobile issues
The Personal Communications Industry Association:
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SDR SDR
An international industry association of 100+ organizations committed to enabling the wireless Internet and advanced capabilities for civil and military systems
The Software Defined Radio Forum is:
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UWCCUWCC
Non-profit organization with over 100 wireless carriers and vendors promoting TDMA, EDGE, and WIN standards.
Supports the deployment of seamless global wireless voice and high-speed data services
The Universal Wireless Communications Consortium:
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WCA WCA
A non-profit organization that represents the wireless broadband industry
Organizes an annual business conference and exhibition devoted exclusively to wireless broadband
Wireless Communications Association International is:
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WECA WECA
Founded by 3Com, Cisco Systems, Intersil, Agere Systems, Nokia and Symbol Technologies
Now supported by more than 60 leading companies Certifies that products are interoperable using IEEE
802.11
The Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance is:
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WIWC WIWC
Is a national non-profit organization that supports women in personal and professional growth
Holds meetings held in conjunction with major conferences
Women in Wireless Communications:
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ResourcesResources
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Agilent TechnologiesAgilent Technologies
Agilent’s Educator’s Corner provides a wealth of engineering information, simulations, and activities
Web links to related engineering sites Monthly seminars delivered via webcast
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AT&T Learning NetworkAT&T Learning Network
The AT&T Learning Network: Brings technology to the educational environment Uses broadband to provide distance learning
alternatives
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Bluetooth™ Bluetooth™
A wireless technology specification for a small-form factor, low-cost radio solution providing links between mobile computers, mobile phones and other portable handheld devices, and connectivity to the Internet.
Sponsors a Special Interest Group (SIG) to promote the
technology and bring it to market Resources and tutorial available on the Web at
http://www.bluetooth.amankansal.com/
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Online Traffic CalculatorsOnline Traffic Calculators
Erlang B Extended Erlang B Erlang C Voice over IP
Erlang Traffic Calculators are available in the following areas:
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RF GlobalnetRF Globalnet
RF Globalnet: Is a resource for professionals in the wireless
engineering industry Provides resources on manufacturing, technology,
equipment, suppliers, receivers, transmitters, and antennas
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Wireless Design OnlineWireless Design Online
Wireless Design Online: Is a resource for wireless design professionals Provides information on cellular communications,
microcellulars, satellite communications, and digital signal processors
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MagazinesMagazines
America’s Network Business Communications Review Interactive Week TR Wireless RCR RF Design Broadband Wireless Business Mobile Radio Technology
The following communications/telephony magazines provide wireless industry portals and newsletters:
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Magazines (cont.)Magazines (cont.)
Internet Week LAN Times Multichannel News Online Network World Fusion teledotcom Telecommunications® Online
Telephony Magazine Wireless Week
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Additional Resource SitesAdditional Resource Sites
56k.Com AnywhereYouGo.com Federal Communications Commission Federal Communications Law Journal
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Additional Resource Sites Additional Resource Sites (cont.)(cont.)
FierceWireless.com Institute for Telecommunication Sciences LEAP Forum Links2Mobile Mobile Lifestreams
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Additional Resource Sites Additional Resource Sites (cont.)(cont.)
NTIA Telcordia Third Generation (3G) Unimobile Wireless Data Forum
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Individual ContributorsIndividual ContributorsThe following individual and their organization provided materials, resources, and development input for this module:Mr. Amin Karim
DeVry Institutes (http://www.devry.edu)
Mr. Bennett Kobb New Signals Press (http://homepage.mac.com/bkobb/bzk.html)
Ms. P.J. Wintermeyer Lucent Technologies (http://www.lucent.com)