Objectives
As the introductory course in a three-course series, Wireless Network Fundamentals training will give students a good foundation in both wireless networking techniques and equipment.
This course will allow students to:
- Understand when to use wireless networks
- Know how to secure wireless networks
- Understand the differences between enterprise-grade and consumer-grade wireless equipment
- Know how to properly troubleshoot and test wireless networks
Lectures
After taking this course, students will be able to deploy and configure enterprise-level wireless networks. The course covers the following areas:
- Introduction to Wireless Networking
- Understanding Enterprise-Grade Wi-Fi Networks
- Designing and Deploying Wireless: Antennas, Devices, Security
- Basic Wireless Router and Client Setup
- Common Administrative Tasks
- 802.11 Troubleshooting
- Site Surveys and RF Signal Measurements
Labs
There are no labs associated with this course.
Prerequisites: None
No prior experience is necessary for the Wireless Network Fundamentals course. Knowledge or experience in the areas of Fiber Optic Advantages and Applications, Cables, Connectors and Terminations, Enclosures and Panels, and Test Equipment would be helpful, but is not required.
Target Audience
This course is designed for network installers, building managers, small campus technology staff, IT personnel and anyone else with an interest in enterprise level wireless networking.
