This course targets both novice and experienced networking professionals who wish to gain a solid understanding of wireless networking to complement their knowledge of raditional wired networking.
Course Pre-requisites
It is recommended that all students have at least a basic knowledge of networking (as exhibited in Net+, CCNA, CNA, or MCP) prior to enrolling in the course.
Why This Course??
This course may be used - and is the ideal track - for preparing students for the Certified Wireless Network Administrator exam (exam PW0-100).
What will you learn?
The Wireless LAN Administration course, whether in an academic format or a 3-day fast-track format,
provides the networking professional a complete foundation of knowledge for entering into or advancing
in the wireless networking industry. From basic RF theory to link budget math, including topics from
troubleshooting to performing a site survey, this course delivers hands on training that will benefit the
novice as well as the experienced network professional.
Course Contents
Introduction to Wireless LANs Wireless LAN market overview Wireless terminology RadioFrequency(RF)Fundamentals RF behavior Principles of antennas Following power output regulations Spread Spectrum Technologies Uses of Spread Spectrum Frequency Hopping Co-location and throughput analysis Hardware Installation Configuration, and Management Access points Wireless workgroup bridges Residential gateways Enterprise gateways Antennas and Accessories Interframe spacing Cables and connector usage requirements Proper mounting and safety Performing outdoor/indoor installations Organizations and Standards Frequency ranges and channels IEEE 802.11 family of standards Wireless LAN organizations 802.11 Network Architecture Joining a wireless LAN Independent Basic Service Set Roaming in a wireless LAN Physical and MAC Layers Differences between wireless and Ethernet frames Analysis of DCF/PCF Effects of packet fragmentation Troubleshooting Wireless LANs Identifying and resolving interference problems Maximizing system throughput Maximizing Co-location throughput Wireless LAN Security Analysis of 802.11 security including WEP Protecting the network from attacks Corporate security policies Security recommendations Site Surveying Defining business requirements Interviewing network management and users Reporting methodology and procedures Determining contours of RF coverage Labs Client/access point association Roaming in a wireless LAN Testing co-location and throughput Ad Hoc connectivity and throughput tests WEP throughput
Your school has given me the confidence that is required to be a network administrator. My concepts on the subjects are very clear. I am confident to handle any situation in my work place, and can ind
