Business Considerations for 5G with Edge, IoT, and AI from edX

5G is opening up the world in a way that we are only beginning to imagine. 5G isn’t just another generation of wireless technology; it signals a seminal moment in the evolution of technology’s ability to transform industries, the economy and society and will give way to digitizing our world.

This course provides an introduction for business, government and technology leaders who, along with startups and their technical partners and ecosystems, have the opportunity to lead the next generation of innovation based on the capabilities of 5G with Edge, IoT & AI. The course will help you answer: What is 5G? What is the fuss about radio frequencies (RF)? How does Edge Compute change the paradigm? How will IoT and AI combine with 5G to bring us a digital transformation we can barely imagine? What will be the role of open source, open standards and open alliances? The course will also offer some strategies for what leaders can do to start preparing for responsibility, trust and the ethical impact of innovation, especially when it encroaches on social and public systems like smart transportation and smart cities.

You will walk away with a better understanding of how 5G, Edge, AI and IoT come together empowering you to lead your teams and organizations into the future.

What you'll learn

Discern between the hype and real opportunities of 5G technologies
Understand how 5G could impact your business
Describe what 5G, IoT, AI, and Edge mean and how they work together
Understand the interdependence of technologies like 5G/IoT/AI/Edge and the applications they power
Learn how to apply these technologies through use cases for innovative experiences for business, public, and consumers
Understand the debate and concerns around responsibility, trust, and ethics for emerging tech
Begin to take the first steps that prepare you, your business, or institution for the future with 5G, Edge, IoT and AI

What's inside

Syllabus

Welcome!

Ch 1. Introduction to 5G

Ch 2. Radio Frequencies (RF) 101

Ch 3. 5G with IoT, Edge, and AI: Massive Digital Transformation

Ch 4. 5G Use Cases

Ch 5. Preparing for the Impact on People & Organizations

Final Exam (Verified Certificate track only)

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Teaches the technical acumen needed to understand advanced, cross-industry innovation

Suitable for technology, government and business leaders, startups, technical partners, and ecosystem stakeholders

Addresses the responsibility, trust, and ethical impact of innovation

Requires learners to take initiative to apply concepts to their own use cases

May require some prerequisite knowledge in 5G, IoT, AI, and Edge technologies

Does not provide hands-on experience with the technologies it covers

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Business Considerations for 5G with Edge, IoT, and AI with these activities:

Review Intro to Electrical Circuits

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Reviewing electrical circuits will provide a strong foundation for this course which builds on basic concepts. Consider reviewing fundamentals like voltage, current, resistance, and basic circuit analysis.

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Read through notes and textbooks from a previous electrical circuits course.
Review online materials like Khan Academy or MIT OpenCourseWare.
Solve practice problems to test your understanding.

Practice C or C++ Programming

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The 5G and Edge computing course builds upon the C or C++ programming language. Review the basics to help you hit the ground running.

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Set up your programming environment.
Review basic syntax and data structures.
Solve coding challenges or practice problems.

Follow tutorials on IoT and Edge Computing

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This course will cover topics like IoT and Edge Computing but it's helpful to get a head start. Search online for beginner-friendly tutorials.

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Search for tutorials on platforms like Coursera or edX.
Select tutorials that cover the basics of IoT and Edge Computing.
Follow the tutorials step-by-step and complete the exercises.

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Join a study group or online forum

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Connecting with peers provides opportunities to discuss course material, ask questions, and reinforce your learning.

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Search for study groups or online forums dedicated to 5G, IoT, AI, or Edge Computing.
Join the group and participate actively.
Ask questions, share insights, and engage in discussions.

Create a prototype or simulation of an IoT or Edge Computing application

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Creating a practical implementation will deepen your understanding of the course materials. Try building a simple IoT device or simulating an Edge Computing scenario.

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Choose an application or scenario that interests you.
Gather necessary materials and resources.
Design and build your prototype or simulation.
Test and refine your solution.

Participate in hackathons or competitions related to 5G, IoT, or Edge Computing

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Hackathons and competitions provide practical experience and exposure to real-world challenges in the field. Participate in events that align with the course topics.

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Research upcoming hackathons or competitions.
Form a team or collaborate with others.
Develop a solution to the proposed challenge.
Present your solution and compete for prizes or recognition.

Mentor junior students or peers in 5G, IoT, or Edge Computing

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Mentoring others strengthens your understanding of the course material while providing valuable support to fellow learners.

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Identify opportunities to mentor others.
Share your knowledge and expertise.
Provide guidance and support.
Evaluate progress and provide feedback.

Contribute to open-source projects related to 5G, IoT, or Edge Computing

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Contributing to open-source projects provides hands-on experience and exposure to cutting-edge technologies. Look for projects that align with your interests and skills.

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Identify open-source projects related to 5G, IoT, or Edge Computing.
Review the project documentation and codebase.
Identify areas where you can contribute.
Make code contributions, submit bug reports, or participate in discussions.

Career center

Learners who complete Business Considerations for 5G with Edge, IoT, and AI will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Computer Systems Analyst

Computer Systems Analysts are the ones that will be implementing and maintaining the technological advancements that 5G, Edge, IoT, and AI bring. They build the hardware and software infrastructure that enables these technologies to work together seamlessly. This course can help build a foundation of knowledge about these emerging technologies, which can be essential for success in this role.

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Business Intelligence Analyst

Business Intelligence Analysts use data to help businesses make better decisions. With the advent of 5G, Edge, IoT, and AI, there will be more data available than ever before. This course can help build a foundation of knowledge about these technologies and how they can be used to collect and analyze data.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software applications. With the advent of 5G, Edge, IoT, and AI, there will be a growing demand for Software Engineers who have the skills to develop applications that can take advantage of these new technologies.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists are responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data. With the advent of 5G, Edge, IoT, and AI, there will be more data available than ever before. This course can help build a foundation of knowledge about these technologies and how they can be used to collect and analyze data.

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Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts protect computer networks and systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. With the advent of 5G, Edge, IoT, and AI, there will be a growing demand for Information Security Analysts who have the skills to protect these new technologies from cyberattacks.

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Network Engineer

Network Engineers design, build, and maintain computer networks. With the advent of 5G, there will be a growing demand for Network Engineers who have the skills to design and build networks that can support the increased bandwidth and speed of 5G.

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Data Architect

Data Architects design and build data management solutions. With the advent of 5G, Edge, IoT, and AI, there will be a growing demand for Data Architects who have the skills to design and build data management solutions that can support these new technologies.

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Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects design and build cloud computing solutions. With the advent of 5G, Edge, IoT, and AI, there will be a growing demand for Cloud Architects who have the skills to design and build cloud solutions that can support these new technologies.

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Project Manager

Project Managers are responsible for planning, organizing, and executing projects. With the advent of 5G, Edge, IoT, and AI, there will be a growing demand for Project Managers who have the skills to manage projects that involve these new technologies.

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Product Manager

Product Managers are responsible for managing the development and launch of new products. With the advent of 5G, Edge, IoT, and AI, there will be a growing demand for Product Managers who have the skills to manage the development and launch of new products that can take advantage of these new technologies.

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User Experience (UX) Designer

User Experience (UX) Designers design the user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) of software applications. With the advent of 5G, Edge, IoT, and AI, there will be a growing demand for UX Designers who have the skills to design UIs and UXs that can take advantage of these new technologies.

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Digital Marketing Manager

Digital Marketing Managers are responsible for planning and executing digital marketing campaigns. With the advent of 5G, Edge, IoT, and AI, there will be a growing demand for Digital Marketing Managers who have the skills to plan and execute digital marketing campaigns that can take advantage of these new technologies.

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Salesforce Administrator

Salesforce Administrators manage Salesforce, a cloud-based customer relationship management (CRM) software. With the advent of 5G, Edge, IoT, and AI, there will be a growing demand for Salesforce Administrators who have the skills to manage Salesforce instances that support these new technologies.

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Systems Administrator

Systems Administrators are responsible for maintaining the day-to-day operations of computer systems. With the advent of 5G, Edge, IoT, and AI, there will be a growing demand for Systems Administrators who have the skills to maintain systems that support these new technologies.

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IT Manager

IT Managers are responsible for managing the IT infrastructure of an organization. With the advent of 5G, Edge, IoT, and AI, there will be a growing demand for IT Managers who have the skills to manage IT infrastructure that supports these new technologies.

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