Introduction to 6G and the Future of Wireless Networks Training Course

Introduction to 6G: Vision and Drivers

• Historical perspective: the progression from 1G to 6G and critical turning points
• Strategic factors: latency, capacity, reliability, and ubiquitous AI
• High-level timeline and key development stakeholders

From 5G to 6G: Key Differences and Evolution

• Addressing the limitations of 5G through 6G advancements
• The transition toward AI-native networks and distributed intelligence
• Combining sensing, communication, and control functionalities

Enabling Technologies

• Terahertz (THz) communications and associated propagation challenges
• Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS) and advanced antenna systems
• Evolution of Massive MIMO, full-duplex radios, and photonics integration
• Network AI, distributed learning, and intent-driven orchestration

Spectrum, Standards, and Policy Considerations

• 6G spectrum requirements and international coordination issues
• The roles of standards bodies, research initiatives, and public–private partnerships
• Regulatory impacts on privacy, coexistence, and safety

Architectures and Cloud-Native Network Design

• The edge, fog, and cloud continuum supporting 6G services
• Service-based architectures, network slicing, and programmable infrastructure
• Interoperability with legacy systems and multi-cloud environments

Use Cases and Industry Verticals

• Extended reality (XR), holographic communications, and immersive collaboration
• Industry 4.0, digital twins, and tactile internet applications in manufacturing
• Autonomous systems, V2X, and mission-critical mobility
• Smart cities, healthcare, and environmental sensing applications

Security, Privacy, and Ethical Considerations

• Threat models for ultra-connected systems and supply-chain vulnerabilities
• Data governance, privacy-preserving communications, and trust frameworks
• Ethical and societal impacts of pervasive sensing and AI

Deployment Challenges and Business Impact

• Infrastructure investments, business models, and total cost of ownership
• Interoperability, vendor ecosystems, and risks of vendor lock-in
• Skills development, organizational readiness, and change management

Workshop: Organizational 6G Readiness and Roadmap

• Identifying priority use cases and potential pilot opportunities
• Evaluating gaps in infrastructure, skills, and data readiness
• Drafting a 6–18 month pilot and stakeholder engagement plan

Summary and Next Steps