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Course Code:	TO 37
Course Abstract:	The Wireless LAN Administration course, whether in an academic format or a 5-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.
Audience:	This course targets both novice and experienced networking professionals who wish to gain a solid understanding of wireless networking to complement their knowledge of traditional wired networking. The Wireless LAN Administration course consists of 40 hours of material, incorporating both lecture and hands-on labs. The class may be taught in a 5-day period, over the course of a semester, or in other variations, depending on the training organization.
Duration:	5 days
Learning Outcomes:	The Wireless LAN Administration course consists of 40 hours of material, incorporating both lecture and hands-on labs. The class may be taught in a 5-day period, over the course of a semester, or in other variations, depending on the training organization.
Course Topics:	Radio Frequency (RF) Fundamentals RF behavior and properties Principles of antennas RF math calculations Link budgets and system operating margins Spread Spectrum Technologies Uses of Spread Spectrum Frequency Hopping (FHSS) Direct Sequencing (DSSS) Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) Packet Binary Convolutional Coding (PBCC) Comparing DSSS, FHSS, PBCC, and OFDM Co-location and throughput analysis Chipping code, processing gain, and spreading functions Channels, data rates, ranges, and comparisons Channel reuse in pure and mixed environments Hardware Installation, Configuration, and Management Access points Wireless bridges Wireless workgroup bridges Client devices and accessories Residential gateways Enterprise gateways Wireless LAN switches PoE Switches and patch panels VoWiFi systems Wireless Routers Troubleshooting Wireless LANs Multipath Hidden node Near/Far Identifying and resolving interference problems Maximizing system throughput Maximizing co-location throughput Range considerations Antennas and Accessories Omni-directional Semi-directional Highly directional Determining coverage areas Proper mounting and safety Performing outdoor/indoor installations Power over Ethernet (802.3af and proprietary implementations) Cables and connector usage requirements Amplifiers, attenuators, lightning arrestors, and splitters Fresnel Zones and Free Space Path Loss Interference, Fading, and Multipath Wireless Network Management Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) functions Bandwidth control Wireless Network Management features and products Physical and MAC Layers Differences between wireless and Ethernet frames Collision handling and the use of RTS/CTS Throughput and dynamic rate selection Analysis of DCF mode and the CSMA/CA protocol How frame fragmentation works and its affects on throughput Wireless LAN Security Analysis of 802.11 security including WEP, WPA, 802.1x/EAP types, and 802.11i Available security solutions at Layer2, 3, & 7 Types of network attacks, and protecting the network from attacks Corporate security policies including baseline practices, and common security solutions Security recommendations Organizations and Standards FCC rules Frequency ranges and channels IEEE 802.11 family of standards Wireless LAN organizations Proper application of WLANs in distribution and access roles Interoperability standards 802.11 Network Architecture Joining a wireless LAN Authentication and association Basic Service Sets Extended Service Sets Independent Basic Service Sets Distribution systems Roaming in a wireless LAN Scanning modes using Beacons and Probe Frames Power management features Site Surveying Understanding the need for a site survey Defining business requirements and justification Facility analysis Interviewing network management and users Identifying bandwidth requirements Determining contours of RF coverage Documenting installation problems Locating interference Reporting methodology and procedures Understanding specifics of each vertical market Understanding the customer's network topology Creating appropriate documentation during and after the site survey Understanding FCC/FAA rules regarding towers Understanding safety hazards Using appropriate hardware and software to perform the survey
Prerequisites:	It is recommended that all participants have at least a basic knowledge of networking (as exhibited in Net+, CCNA®, CNA, or MCP) prior to enrolling in the course. Certification: This course may be used - and is the ideal track - for preparing participants for the CWNA exam (exam PW0-100).

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