Wireless Network Administrator Practice Exam

About the Wireless Network Administrator Exam

The Wireless Network Administrator Exam assesses individuals' proficiency in designing, implementing, managing, and securing wireless network infrastructures. It covers topics such as wireless standards, protocols, network architecture, security mechanisms, troubleshooting techniques, and best practices. Candidates demonstrate their ability to configure wireless access points, manage wireless networks, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and ensure network security.

Skills Required:

• Wireless Networking Concepts: Understanding of wireless networking principles, including radio frequency (RF) behavior, wireless standards (e.g., 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax), and wireless communication protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS).
• Network Architecture: Knowledge of wireless network architectures, including infrastructure mode, ad-hoc mode, basic service set (BSS), extended service set (ESS), and wireless distribution system (WDS).
• Wireless Access Point Configuration: Proficiency in configuring wireless access points (APs), including SSID settings, channel selection, encryption methods, authentication mechanisms, and power settings.
• Network Security: Understanding of wireless network security mechanisms, including WPA/WPA2 encryption, AES encryption, TKIP encryption, MAC filtering, and authentication protocols (e.g., WPA-Enterprise, 802.1X).
• Wireless LAN Management: Skills in managing wireless LANs (WLANs), including monitoring network performance, optimizing coverage and capacity, and implementing Quality of Service (QoS) policies.
• Troubleshooting: Ability to troubleshoot common wireless network issues, such as interference, signal degradation, connectivity problems, and authentication failures.
• Site Surveying: Knowledge of wireless site surveying techniques, including passive surveys, active surveys, predictive surveys, and spectrum analysis.
• Regulatory Compliance: Understanding of regulatory requirements for wireless networks, including FCC regulations, ETSI standards, and industry best practices for RF exposure limits.

Who should take the Exam?

• IT professionals, network administrators, and system engineers responsible for designing, implementing, and managing wireless network infrastructures.
• Wireless network technicians and support staff involved in configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining wireless LANs (WLANs).
• Individuals seeking to validate their skills and expertise in wireless networking technologies and pursue career opportunities in wireless network administration.
• Candidates preparing for roles such as wireless network administrator, WLAN engineer, network security specialist, or wireless consultant.

Detailed Course Outline:

The Wireless Network Administrator Exam cover the following topics -

Module 1: Introduction to Wireless Networking

• Overview of wireless networking concepts, standards, and technologies.
• Evolution of wireless LANs (WLANs) and their applications in modern network environments.

Module 2: Wireless Standards and Protocols

• Understanding of IEEE 802.11 wireless standards, including 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax.
• Overview of wireless communication protocols, such as TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, and SNMP.

Module 3: Wireless Network Architecture

• Basic service set (BSS) and extended service set (ESS) configurations.
• Wireless distribution system (WDS) architecture and bridging techniques for connecting multiple APs.

Module 4: Wireless Access Point Configuration

• SSID configuration, channel selection, and frequency planning for optimal wireless coverage.
• Security settings, including encryption methods (WPA/WPA2), authentication mechanisms (PSK, 802.1X), and MAC filtering.

Module 5: Network Security

• Implementation of wireless security measures, including encryption, authentication, and access control.
• Best practices for securing wireless networks against unauthorized access, attacks, and intrusions.

Module 6: Wireless LAN Management

• WLAN monitoring and management tools for optimizing network performance and troubleshooting issues.
• Configuration of Quality of Service (QoS) policies to prioritize wireless traffic and ensure optimal user experience.

Module 7: Troubleshooting Wireless Networks

• Identification and resolution of common wireless network problems, such as interference, signal degradation, and connectivity issues.
• Use of diagnostic tools and techniques for troubleshooting WLAN performance issues.

Module 8: Wireless Site Surveying

• Techniques for conducting wireless site surveys, including passive surveys, active surveys, and predictive surveys.
• Spectrum analysis tools and methods for identifying RF interference and optimizing WLAN performance.

Module 9: Regulatory Compliance

• Understanding of regulatory requirements for wireless networks, including FCC regulations, ETSI standards, and RF exposure limits.
• Compliance with industry best practices for wireless network deployment, configuration, and operation.