General Knowledge on Telecommunication Systems and Networks

Telecommunications legislation and policy: The student will acquire knowledge related to: - The basic principles of business and telecommunications policy, both globally and European and Spanish. - National and international structures dedicated to the telecomm policy. - The most relevant regulatory schemes for network operation and services. - The development of the telecommunications market and the different players that are part of it. - How legislation conditions and influences the evolution of the telecommunications sector. Projects The student will acquire knowledge related to: - Principles, techniques and methodologies in which project management is based. - The development of basic skills for the elboration, direction, coordination, and techno-economic management of projects.

CB1: Students have demonstrated possession and understanding of knowledge in an area of study that builds on the foundation of general secondary education, and is usually at a level that, while relying on advanced textbooks, also includes some aspects that involve knowledge from the cutting edge of their field of study CB2: Students are able to apply their knowledge to their work or vocation in a professional manner and possess the competences usually demonstrated through the development and defence of arguments and problem solving within their field of study. CG1: Ability to write, develop and sign projects in the area of telecommunications engineering aimed at the design, development and utilization of telecommunications and electronic networks, services and applications, in accordance with the competences acquired in the degree program, as set out in Section 5 of the corresponding mandate. CG2: Knowledge, understanding and ability to apply corresponding legislation in force throughout the professional career of Technical Engineer of Telecommunications; aptitude for dealing with compulsory specifications, regulations and norms. CG4: Ability to resolve problems with initiative, creativity and decision-making skills, in addition to communicating and transmitting the knowledge, abilities and skills which comprise the ethical and professional responsibilities of the Telecommunications Technical Engineer profession. CG5: Knowledge to undertake measurements, calculations, assessments, appraisals, surveys, studies, reports, work plans and other analogous jobs specific to the telecommunications area. CG6: Aptitude for dealing with obligatory specifications, regulations and norms. CG7: Ability to analyze and assess social and environmental impact of technical solutions. CG8: Knowledge and application of basic elements of economics and human resources management, project organization and planning, as well as telecommunications legislation, regulation, and standardization. CG14: Requisite knowledge of the concept of business, and the institutional and legal framework of a business. Business organization and management. ECRT2: Ability to use communication and IT applications (office technology, databases, advanced calculus, project management, project visualization, etc.) to support electronic and telecommunications development and utilization. ECRT3: Ability to use IT search tools for bibliographic resources and information related to telecommunications and electronics. ECRT6: Ability to conceive, develop, organize and manage telecommunication networks, systems, services and structures in residential (home, city, digital communities), business and institutional contexts, responsibility for set up, continuous improvement, as well as determining social and economic impact. ECRT15: Knowledge of telecommunications norms and regulations at the national, European and international levels. RA1: Knowledge and Understanding.  Knowledge and understanding of the general fundamentals of engineering, scientific and mathematical principles, as well as those of their branch or specialty, including some knowledge at the forefront of their field. RA3: Design. Graduates will have the ability to make engineering designs according to their level of knowledge and understanding, working as a team. Design encompasses devices, processes, methods and objects, and specifications that are broader than strictly technical, including social awareness, health and safety, environmental and commercial considerations. RA5: Applications. Graduates will have the ability to apply their knowledge and understanding to solve problems, conduct research, and design engineering devices or processes. These skills include knowledge, use and limitations of materials, computer models, process engineering, equipment, practical work, technical literature and information sources. They must be aware of all the implications of engineering practice: ethical, environmental, commercial and industrial. RA6: Generic competences. Graduates will have the generic skills necessary for engineering practice, and which are widely applicable. First, to work effectively, both individually and as a team, as well as to communicate effectively. In addition, demonstrate awareness of the responsibility of engineering practice, social and environmental impact, and commitment to professional ethics, responsibility and standards of engineering practice. They must also have knowledge of business and project management practices, as well as risk management and control, and understand their limitations. Finally, have the capacity for continuous learning.

Project management 1.- Project Management: General Concepts. Professional Responsibility of Project Management 2.- Project Life Cycle and project startup. PMI and Agile Methodology 3.- Project integration and scope 4.- Managing Project schedule 5.- Managing Project costs and procurement 6.- Managing Project risk and quality 7.- Human Resources and communication management 8.- Project monitoring, control and closure Telecommunications legislation and policy: 1.- Introduction to the Telecommunication Sector 2.- Global framework of telecommunications 3.- Social and economical aspects of the Telecommunication Sector. Standardization Organisms 4.- Europe telecommunication Policy 5.- Implementation of the regulatory framework in Spain 6.- Interconnection 7.- Access infrastructures regulation 8.- Radio spectrum Management 9.- Internet governance 10.- Consumers rights and new services 11.- Internet of Things (IoT) 12.- Data management (Big Data, AI and Data Protection) 13.- Intellectual Property Rights and tv contents

Two types of training activities are proposed: Lectures and group work Lectures on board with using transparencies or other media to illustrate certain concepts. The acquired knowledge will be assessed by a final exam. For the group work, the aim is to get experience in the application of the basic course content. It is important to understand that these activities require initiative and participation by the student (there will be concepts that students will have to study from some pointers and references). Sharing of work and discussion should serve to consolidate knowledge and develop the ability to analyze and communicate relevant information. Besides sharing of work will promote the exchange of views critical both between teacher and students and among students. PROJECT MANAGEMENT (2 ECTS) Lecture: 1 ECTS Practice: 1 ECTS Delivery of practice on the development of a project plan. POLICY AND REGULATION (4 ECTS) Lecture: 2 ECTS Practice: 2 ECTS Delivery of biweekly practices on the subject addressed in lectures.