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HCIP-5G-Core Certification (H13-221)

Advance your expertise in Huawei 5G SA core network deployment, O&M, and troubleshooting. This professional certification covers UNC/UDG, UDM, UPCF, SPS configuration, 5G signalling procedures, and systematic fault analysis on Huawei 5G core platforms.

5G SA Core UNC / UDG UDM / UPCF 5G Signalling Troubleshooting 4G-5G Interworking HCIP Professional

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5G SA UNC/UDG O&MAMF, SMF, NRF, NSSF configuration & data flows

UDM & UPCF Operations5G subscription data, 4G-5G interworking & policy

5G Signalling AnalysisRegistration, session establishment & slice selection

Core Network TroubleshootingAlarm handling, KPI analysis & subscriber fault isolation

Questions

90 min

Duration

60%

Pass Score

HCIP

Pro Level

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Professionals with HCIP-5G-Core certification command significantly higher salaries in the telecom sector, particularly for 5G SA deployment and O&M projects.

Course Content

Complete H13-221 Curriculum

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5G SA UNC/UDG Operation & Maintenance Introduction

35 Topics

Product Positioning

Product Features

System Principle

Function Description

Protocol Interface

Data flow

Key Features

UNC IP Networking

UNC Static Route IP Address Configuration

UNC Dynamic Route IP Address Configuration

AMF Overview

Configuring Local Office Data

Network Slice Configuration

N2 Interface Configuration

SBI Configuration

SMF Overview

IP Route Data Configuration

SMF Service Configuration

N4 Interface Configuration

NRF Overview

NRF Service Configuration

NSSF Overview

NSSF Service Configuration

UDG Product Positioning

UDG hardware system

UDG Software Architecture

UDG Interfaces and Functions

N4 Interface Configuration

N3 Interface Configuration

APN Data Configuration

PCC Service Overview

PCC Service Signaling Procedure

PCC Service Data Configuration

Basic Charging Principles

Charging Data Configuration

5G SA UDM Operation & Maintenance Practice

15 Topics

USCDB System Principles Overview

DS Principles and O&M

PGW Principles and Operation and Maintenance

5G SA UDM Network Architecture and NF Functions

Main Service Procedures on the 5G SA UDM Network

Basic Concepts of the 5G SA UDM Software System

Software architecture of the 5G SA UDM

Service processing flow

Introduction to the PGW Client of the 5G SA UDM

5G subscription data subscription

4G-5G Interworking

5G SA UDM Data Configuration Procedure

5G SA UDM Signaling Interconnection Data Configuration

5G SA UDM Interface Interconnection Commissioning

5G SA UDM Operation and Maintenance

5G SA UPCF Operation and Maintenance Practice

21 Topics

5G SA UPCF Positioning

5G SA UPCF Networking

5G SA UPCF Basic Services and Functions

5G SA UPCF Hardware and Software Structures

5G SA UPCF Reliability

5G SA UPCF Technical specifications

5G SA UPCF Data Configuration Background

5G SA UPCF Data Configuration Procedure

BE Data Configuration

FE Data Configuration

Configuring Data for Interconnection between the BE and FE

Configuring Data for Interconnection between the FE and NRF

Configuring Data for Interconnection between the FE and SMF

Service Provisioning Interface Configuration

Link Data Configuration

Registering a Subscriber and Subscribing to a Service

Service Policy Principles

Basic Service Policy Configuration

Service Analysis and Configuration Cases

Policy Control over the N7 Interface Using HTTP

Policy Control over the N15 Interface Using HTTP

5G SA SPS Operation and Maintenance Practice

14 Topics

CloudSPS Network Architecture

Product Protocols and Reference Interfaces

CloudSPS Functions and Features

CloudSPS software architecture

CloudSPS(SCP) data configuration process

CloudSPS (SCP) Basic data configuration

CloudSPS (SCP) Signaling Interworking data configuration

CloudSPS(BSF) data configuration process

CloudSPS(BSF) Basic data configuration

CloudSPS(BSF) signaling interworking data configuration

SCP routing and addressing process

SCP Routing Modes and Data Configuration

Configuring the HTTP Signaling Session Binding Function Package Feature

Configuring the Aging Mechanism for HTTP Signaling Session Binding Information

5G SA Core Network Signaling Procedure Analysis Practice

6 Topics

5G Network Slice Selection Signaling Analysis

5G Registration Signaling Analysis

Signaling Analysis for 5G Session Establishment

Analysis of SSC Anchor Change Process

Signaling Procedure Analysis for 4G-5G Interworking

AMF Reallocation Procedure Analysis

5G SA Core Network Troubleshooting Analysis

7 Topics

Common 5G SA Core Network Troubleshooting Methods

Common Alarm Handling Methods

Common KPI Deterioration Handling Methods

Single-Subscriber Service Failure Handling Methods

Alarm Troubleshooting Practice

Indicator Deterioration Troubleshooting Practice

Single-Subscriber Service Failure Troubleshooting Practice

Learning Objectives

What You Will Master

This professional certification equips you with comprehensive skills in Huawei 5G SA core network product deployment, NF configuration, signalling analysis, and systematic troubleshooting methodologies.

Prerequisites

It is recommended that you complete HCIA-5G-Core before attempting this professional-level certification.

Understand the software/hardware structures of Huawei 5G SA core network products (UNC, UDG, UDM, UPCF)

Understand NF functions (AMF, SMF, NRF, NSSF, UDM, UPCF) and main 5G service processes

Configure Huawei 5G core network products: IP networking, NF data, interface interconnection

Perform routine O&M of Huawei 5G core products including alarm monitoring and performance management

Configure APN data, PCC service data, and charging data for 5G SA core deployments

Understand 5G SA UDM architecture, 5G subscription data, and 4G-5G interworking procedures

Deploy and configure UPCF with BE/FE data, service policies, and N7/N15 policy control

Configure CloudSPS (SCP and BSF) for HTTP signalling session binding and routing

Analyse 5G signalling procedures: registration, session establishment, slice selection, and interworking

Troubleshoot 5G SA core faults: alarm handling, KPI deterioration, and single-subscriber failure isolation

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the H13-221 HCIP-5G-Core certification?

H13-221 is Huawei's professional-level certification for 5G core network engineers. It validates skills in 5G SA core network product deployment (UNC, UDG, UDM, UPCF, SPS), signalling procedure analysis, and comprehensive troubleshooting.

What are the prerequisites for H13-221?

It is recommended that candidates complete HCIA-5G-Core first to establish foundational 5G knowledge before attempting this professional-level certification.

What topics are covered in H13-221?

The exam covers 5G SA UNC/UDG/UDM/UPCF/SPS O&M and configuration, PCC and charging configuration, 4G-5G interworking, signalling procedure analysis (registration, session, slice selection), and fault troubleshooting methodologies.

What is the H13-221 exam format?

H13-221 consists of 60 questions with a 90-minute duration and a 60% passing score, delivered online through the Huawei Certification System in English and Chinese.

How do I download the H13-221 course brochure?

Click "Brochure" on this page, fill in your details, and the brochure downloads immediately. Our counsellors will contact you to discuss course schedules and enrolment options.

Become a Certified 5G Core Network Professional

Join Zetlan Technologies' H13-221 programme and master 5G SA core network configuration, UDM/UPCF/SPS operations, signalling analysis, and expert troubleshooting. Earn your HCIP-5G-Core certification and drive next-generation telecom projects.