General Information

• Name: Fundamentals of Wireless LANs
• Discipline: CISCO Technology (CSCO)
• Units (Credits): 4
• Schedule History: See when this course was offered over the last three years.
• Transfer Information: Courses with numbers 100 to 299: This course is designed to apply toward a WNC degree and/or transfer to other schools within the Nevada System of Higher Education, depending on the degree chosen and other courses completed. It may transfer to colleges and universities outside Nevada. For information about how this course can transfer and apply to your program of study, please contact a counselor.
• Academic Division: Technology
• Prerequisites: None

Course Outline

I: Catalog Course Description

Introduces wireless LAN concepts and focuses on the design, planning, implementation, operation and troubleshooting of wireless networks. Covers a comprehensive overview of technologies, security and design best practices with particular emphasis on hands-on skills.
Note: Non-transferable for a NSHE baccalaureate degree. Non-applicable towards an AA or AS Degree.

II: Course Objectives

Fundamentals of Wireless LANs is an introductory course that will focus on the design, planning, implementation, operation and troubleshooting of wireless networks. It covers a comprehensive overview of technologies, security, and design best practices with particular emphasis on hands-on skills.

• 1. Wireless LAN setup & troubleshooting
• 2. 802.11a & 802.11b technologies, products and solutions
• 3. Site Surveys
• 4. Resilient WLAN design, installation and configuration
• 5. WLAN Security - 802.1x, EAP, LEAP, WEP, SSID
• 6. Vendor interoperability strategies

III: Course Linkage

Linkage of course to educational program mission and at least one educational program outcome.

The emphasis mission is derived directly from the degree mission.
Know: the competencies required to successfully pass information technology certification exams.
Are able to: demonstrate the skills and competencies required of professionals in the information technology industry in real-world practice.
Communicate effectively and appropriately, in oral and written form, with employees, colleagues and lay people.
Locate, evaluate and properly utilize the tools and resources appropriate to an information technology professional.
Appreciate and Value: the need for continuing education and life long learning.