An intermediate-level course covering Wireless Networking. Discusses the IEEE 802.11 standards and the relationship to the OSI model. Also covers the planning, installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and securing of Wireless Networking products.
Goals, Topics, and Objectives
- Radio Frequency Basics
- Wireless Networking Devices
- Wireless Client Devices
- Planning the Wireless LAN
- Installing and Troubleshooting a Wireless LAN
- Administering and Optimizing a Wireless LAN
- Security Analysis
- Security Tools and Solutions
- Recognize the potential use of wireless technologies in business.
- Discuss the IEEE 802.11 standards for WLANs.
- Develop site plans for building and securing a WLAN.
- Install and configure WLAN devices.
- Troubleshoot technical problems associated with WLANs.
Assessment and Requirements
Quizzes and Examinations
Outcomes
Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
Skills-based assessment proficient score, assessment administered by the Computer Information Systems department faculty. Faculty will assess skills-based assessment based on evaluation rubric. Assessment information located in Department Office. Students must also complete a departmental exam and have proper licensure/certification.
CWNA or CCNA Wireless Certification must be current. Department faculty will verify certification(s). Verified certifications, and the Credit for Prior College-Level Learning application will be signed, copied, and retained in the Department Office. Students must also complete a departmental exam and a skilled demonstration.