• Basic Computer Literacy
• Knowledge of fundamental networking components and terminology
• Knowledge of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) reference model
• Knowledge of basic LAN components and functions

The Aironet Wireless LAN Fundamentals and Site Survey (AWFSS) v6.0 is a technical training course targeted to technical sales staff and technical engineers who will be designing, selling, and installing enterprise-class wireless LANs, such as in-building wireless LANs and building-to-building wireless bridges. It covers topologies, configuration, and troubleshooting, as well as security and management issues.

Course Objectives

After completing this course the student should be able to:

• Describe radio frequencies used in WLAN applications
• Identify antenna concepts and interpret regulatory compliance
• Identify components, topologies, and the use of channels for WLANs
• Describe detailed technical features, functions, and benefits of the WLAN product offerings available from Cisco
• Select the appropriate wireless bridge model and describe how it offers a better solution than the other alternatives
• Configure a Cisco client card with Cisco utilities
• Configure the core access point and bridge
• Secure a WLAN using security methods and products available from Cisco
• Implement a WLAN management solution available from Cisco
• Describe the requirement necessary for deployment and performing a site survey
• Describe the steps, concepts, and tools available while performing a site survey

Course Introduction

Module 1: Wireless LAN (WLAN) Radio Technologies

Module 2: Antenna Concepts

Module 3: Wireless LAN Topologies

Module 4: Cisco Aironet WLAN Products

Module 5: Wireless Bridges

Module 6: Aironet Desktop Utility

Module 7: Core Access Point and Bridge Basic Configuration

Module 8: Security

Module 9: WLAN Management Solutions

Module 10: Site Survey Preparation and Techniques