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Course Description

This advanced course explains in detail the different aspects of wireless networks including standards, speed, bandwidth use and how these play out in the real world. Students learn how to install a wireless network, including layout and WAP placement, wireless bridge use, configuration and troubleshooting performance. Securing the wireless network is presented including recommended security actions when configuring both the network and wireless devices, along with providing a ‘guest network’. With the plethora of mobile devices today, connecting to the wireless network is a must. Setting up mobile devices on the network is presented for numerous devices, including Apple, Android, BlackBerry, Microsoft, WebOS and others.

Students should be competent in computer networks, including configuration, device setup and connection, testing and troubleshooting.

- Identify wireless network standards, speed, and bandwidth use

- Install, configure, and troubleshoot a wireless network

- Secure a wireless network

- Set up a ‘Guest Network’

- Configure and use mobile devices on a wireless network

– Course Certificate of Completion
(Upon successful completion of Final Test)

User ID/Password - Upon registration, students are emailed (within 24 hours) a unique user ID and password along with instructions for accessing the course.

Note: 6% sales tax added for Michigan residents

Course Outline -

1. Introduction

2. Wireless Networking Overview

• Wireless Networking Basics

• Wireless Standards Defined

• Wireless Speeds and Real World Implications

• Bandwidth Use

3. Installing a Wireless Network

• Determine Which Standard to Use

• Determine Number and Location of WAPs
• Consider Wireless Bridge(s)

• Configure the Wireless Network

• Troubleshooting Range and Interference

4. Securing a Wireless Network

• Wireless Security Basics

• Wireless Security Standards

• Configuring Security on a Wireless Network

• Configuring Security on a Wireless Device
• Setting Up a Guest Network

5. Setting Up and Using a Mobile Device

• Apple iOS Setup

• Android Setup

• Blackberry Setup

• Microsoft Setup
• WebOS Setup
• Other Mobile Devices
• Expectations and Limitations

6. Course Summary

FINAL TEST