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Table of ContentsTable of Contents

Overview 5

Learning Objectives 6

Associations 7

Resources 26

Magazines 33

Contributors 38


OverviewOverview

This module will address the following topics: Wireless professional associations Wireless resources.


Learning ObjectivesLearning Objectives

Describe the professional associations and resources available in the wireless industry.

After completing this module, you will be able to:


AssociationsAssociations


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:


CDGCDG

An international consortium advancing the CDMA standard

The CDMA Development Group is:


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:


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:


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:


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:


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:


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:


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:


LMCC LMCC

A trade group of frequency coordinators and associations serving private users and commercial operators.

The Land Mobile Communications Council is:


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:


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


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:


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:


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:


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:


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:


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:


ResourcesResources


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


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


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/


Online Traffic CalculatorsOnline Traffic Calculators

Erlang B Extended Erlang B Erlang C Voice over IP

Erlang Traffic Calculators are available in the following areas:


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


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


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:


Magazines (cont.)Magazines (cont.)

Internet Week LAN Times Multichannel News Online Network World Fusion teledotcom Telecommunications® Online

Telephony Magazine Wireless Week


Additional Resource SitesAdditional Resource Sites

56k.Com AnywhereYouGo.com Federal Communications Commission Federal Communications Law Journal


Additional Resource Sites Additional Resource Sites (cont.)(cont.)

FierceWireless.com Institute for Telecommunication Sciences LEAP Forum Links2Mobile Mobile Lifestreams


Additional Resource Sites Additional Resource Sites (cont.)(cont.)

NTIA Telcordia Third Generation (3G) Unimobile Wireless Data Forum


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)

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