1.0 RF Fundamentals
1.1 Describe the propagation of radio waves
- 1.1.a Frequency, amplitude, phase, wavelength (characteristics)
- 1.1.b Absorption, reflection, diffraction, scattering, refraction, fading, free space path loss, multipath
1.2 Interpret RF signal measurements
- 1.2.a Signal strength (RSSI, Transmit power, receive sensitivity)
- 1.2.b Differentiate interference vs. noise
- 1.2.c Device capabilities (smartphones, laptops, tablets)
- 1.2.d Define SNR
1.3 Explain the principles of RF mathematics
- 1.3.a Compute dBm, mW, Law of 3s and 10s,
1.4 Describe Wi-Fi antenna characteristics
- 1.4.a Ability to read a radiation pattern chart
- 1.4.b Antenna types and uses
- 1.4.c dBi, dBd, EIRP
2.0 802.11 Technology Fundamentals
2.1 Describe basic Wi-Fi governance
- 2.1.a Describe regional regulatory bodies (such as, FCC / ETSI/ NTT)
- 2.1.b IEEE 802.11
- 2.1.c Wi-Fi Alliance
2.2 Describe usable channel and power combination
- 2.2.a Regional EIRP limitation examples
- 2.2.b ISM, UNII frequency bands
- 2.2.c Describe RRM fundamental(s)
2.3 Describe 802.11 fundamentals
- 2.3.a Modulation techniques
- 2.3.b Channel width
- 2.3.c MIMO / MU-MIMO
- 2.3.c (i) MRC
- 2.3.c (ii) Beam forming
- 2.3.c (iii) Spatial streams
- 2.3.d Wireless topologies
- 2.3.d (i) IBSS
- 2.3.d (ii) BSS
- 2.3.d (iii) ESS
- 2.3.e Frame types
- 2.3.e (i) Management
- 2.3.e (ii) Control
- 2.3.e (iii) Data
3.0 Implementing a Wireless Network
3.1 Describe the various Cisco wireless architectures
- 3.1.a Cloud
- 3.1.b Autonomous
- 3.1.c Split MAC
- 3.1.c (i) FlexConnect
- 3.1.c (ii) Centralized
- 3.1.c (iii) Converged
3.2 Describe physical infrastructure connections
- 3.2.a Wired infrastructures (AP, WLC, access/trunk ports, LAG)
3.3 Describe AP and WLC management access connections
- 3.3.a Management connections (Telnet, SSH, HTTP, HTTPS, console)
- 3.3.b IP addressing: IPv4 / IPv6
- 3.3.c Management via wireless
4.0 Operating a Wireless Network
4.1 Execute initial setup procedures Cisco wireless infrastructures
- 4.1.a Cloud
- 4.1.b Converged
- 4.1.c Centralized
- 4.1.d Autonomous
4.2 Describe the Cisco implementation of the CAPWAP discovery and join process
- 4.2.a DHCP
- 4.2.b DNS
- 4.2.c Master-controller
- 4.2.d Primary-secondary-tertiary
4.3 Distinguish different lightweight AP modes
4.4 Describe and configure the components of a wireless LAN access for client connectivity using GUI only
4.5 Identify wireless network and client management and configuration platform options
- 4.5.a Controller GUI and CLI
- 4.5.b Prime infrastructure
- 4.5.c Dashboard
- 4.5.d ISE
4.6 Maintain wireless network
- 4.6.a Perform controller configuration backups
- 4.6.b Perform code updates on controller, APs, and converged access switches
- 4.6.b (i) AireOS: boot loader (FUS), image
- 4.6.b (ii) IOS-XE: bundle, unbundle
- 4.6.b (iii) Autonomous
5.0 Configuration of Client Connectivity
5.1 Identify authentication mechanisms
- 5.1.a LDAP, RADIUS, local authentication, WebAuth, 802.1X,PSK
5.2 Configuring WLAN authentication mechanisms on the controller
- 5.2.a WebAuth, 802.1X, PSK
- 5.2.b TKIP deprecation
5.3 Configure client connectivity in different operating systems
- 5.3.a Android, MacOS, iOS, Windows
5.4 Describe roaming
- 5.4.a Layer 2 and Layer 3
- 5.4.b Intracontroller and intercontroller
- 5.4.c Centralized mobility
- 5.4.d Converged mobility
- 5.5.a Anchor controller
- 5.5.b Foreign controller
5.5 Describe wireless guest networking
6.0 Performing Client Connectivity Troubleshooting
6.1 Validating WLAN configuration settings at the infrastructure side
- 6.1.a Security settings
- 6.1.b SSID settings
6.2 Validating AP infrastructure settings
- 6.2.a Port level configuration
- 6.2.b Power source
- 6.2.c AP and antenna orientation and position
6.3 Validate client settings
- 6.3.a SSID
- 6.3.b Security
- 6.3.c Device driver version
6.4 Employ appropriate controller tools to assist troubleshooting
- 6.4.a GUI logs
- 6.4.b CLI show commands
- 6.4.c Monitor pages
- 6.4.c (i) CleanAir (controller GUI)
6.2 Identify appropriate third-party tools to assist troubleshooting
- 6.2.a OS-based Client utilities
- 6.2.b Wi-Fi scanners
- 6.2.c RF mapping tool
7.0 Site Survey Process
7.1 Describe site survey methodologies and their purpose
- 7.1.a Offsite (predictive / plan)
- 7.1.b Onsite
- 7.1.b (i) Predeployment (AP on a stick)
- 7.1.b (ii) Post deployment (validation)
7.2 Describe passive and active site surveys
7.3 Identify proper application of site survey tools
- 7.3.a Spectrum analyzer
- 7.3.b Site surveying software
7.4 Describe the requirements of client real-time and non-real-time applications