5G from Space: How Satellites Are Becoming Part of 5G Connectivity

5G is usually associated with towers, antennas, and mobile phones. But a growing part of the 5G future involves satellites, low-earth-orbit systems, and non-terrestrial networks.

In this session, you will learn how satellite connectivity fits into the bigger 5G picture and why it matters for a country like the Philippines.

This is not a satellite engineering class. It is a practical orientation for anyone who wants to understand why telecom operators, device makers, governments, and network planners are paying attention to satellite-supported connectivity.

Why This Matters for Students, Professionals, Educators, and Others

For students:

You will see how wireless technology is expanding beyond towers and traditional mobile networks.

For professionals:

You will understand how satellite connectivity may support backup communication, rural access, disaster response, maritime coverage, and future service models.

For educators:

You can use this topic to explain coverage gaps, network architecture, wireless access, and connectivity challenges.

For others:

This is useful for LGUs, business owners, disaster-response teams, maritime groups, and anyone affected by poor connectivity in remote or difficult areas.

What You Will Learn

• What satellite-supported 5G means

• How satellite connectivity differs from a traditional satellite phone

• Why low-earth-orbit satellites changed the discussion

• Possible Philippine use cases: islands, disaster zones, maritime routes, and hard-to-reach areas

• The limitations: speed, latency, cost, device compatibility, and availability

• How this topic connects to 5G applications and rural connectivity in the August CPD

  
  

Who Should Attend

• Engineering and ICT students

• Electronics, telecom, and IT professionals

• Network and systems professionals

• Government, LGU, and disaster-response personnel

• Educators teaching telecom, electronics, or ICT subjects

• Business development and solutions professionals

• Anyone curious about how 5G may reach underserved areas

  
  

Session Overview

1. Why do some areas remain hard to connect

2. What satellite connectivity adds to the 5G picture

3. LEO, GEO, and why orbit matters

4. Direct-to-device connectivity in simple terms

5. Philippine use cases and practical limits

6. How does this lead into the full Road to 5G series

   
   

Speaker

Engr. Richard Matias

Senior Technical Consultant, Terra Hertz

Richard is a wireless telecommunications practitioner, technical trainer, and business mentor with experience in mobile networks, Radio Access Network, wireless systems, technical training, and professional development programs.

He helps engineers, students, educators, and professionals understand wireless technology in a clear and practical way.

Want to Continue After the Free Webinar?

This session is part of the Terra Hertz free webinar series leading to the August 08 Continuing Professional Development program:

Applied 5G Technology and Industry Practice

The CPD program will help participants build a foundation in 5G architecture, Network Planning, Use Cases, and Professional opportunities.

Learn more about the CPD program here: Check it out