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CIS 180 - Wireless Networking



5.0 Credits
Provides the material and the experience needed for the Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA) exam. Topics include RF Technologies, Wireless LAN Implementation and Management, Wireless LAN Security, and Wireless LAN Standards. Prerequisite: CIS 125  or instructor permission.

Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Install and configure common Wireless Access Points. [REASON]
  2. Use a WiFi scanner to observe the Radio Frequency Environment. [REASON]
  3. Identify the data rates and spread spectrum technologies for the various 802.11 standards. [COMMUNICATE]
  4. Calculate basic Radio Frequency math. [REASON]
  5. Identify the purpose and function of RF antennas and wireless accessories. [COMMUNICATE]
  6. Identify the numerous security threats and provide the appropriate solutions. [REASON]
  7. Perform a simple RF site survey with documentation. [REASON]



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