Course Number: 503
Length: 2 Days
Wireless LANs (802.11) Training Course provides an understanding of the wireless LAN technologies, applications and standards. Other important topics such as protocol layers, quality of service, throughput, coverage, interoperability, interference and security are discussed. Basic RF theory, propagation, link budget math, troubleshooting, WLAN security foundations and site survey are explored.
After a general introduction to wireless networks, this practical course moves quickly into the details of the wireless LANs standards (802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n, 802..11ac, 802.11ax, 802.11ay), 802.11 physical (DSSS and OFDM/OFDMA), MAC (Media Access Control), MIMO, MU-MIMO, detailed 802.11 framing, WPA/WPA2/WPA3, QoS Requirements are all covered in detail. Real-world experiences through case studies and implementation tips are located throughout the course reference material.
Who Should Attend
Anyone who requires in-depth knowledge of wireless LANs and their connection to current and future mobile and cellular networks. Anyone who needs to implement a wireless extension to an existing LAN-Network. Design engineers, field engineers, test engineers, software engineers and hardware engineers will benefit from the workshops.
Course Agenda
Introduction
- Application and Services
- Unlicensed Frequency Bands
- 11 Family of Standards
- 11 Benefits
- Wireless LAN Applications
- Current Deployments
- Wireless Network Design
- Wireless Security
- Implementation Scenarios and Market Opportunities
802.11 Protocol Stack
- The Physical Medium Dependent Layer
- The Data Link Layer
- The Network Layer
- The Transport Layer
- 11 Physical Layer Procedures
- Physical Layer (PHY) Specifications
- Channel Spacing, Modulation
Wireless LAN Medium Access Control (MAC)
- IEEE 802.11 MAC Layer Operations
- MAC Frame Structure
- 802.11 Framing in Detail
- MAC Frame Type and Class
- Access Methods
- Security
- Synchronization
- Power Management
- Roaming
- QoS on IEEE 802.11
802.11 Security
- 802.11 Security Basics
- Standard Defenses
- Denial of Service Attacks
- Hackers
- Intrusion Detection Systems
- Network Monitoring
- 802.11 Threats
- Securing 802.11 Networks
- Introduction to Crythrography and Encryption
- 802.11 Authentication & Encryption
- Overview of Various Security Technologies, Including WEP, 802.1x, LEAP/EAP and VPNs
- Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)
- WiFi Protected Access (WPA) /WPA2/WPA3
- EAP Derivatives
- Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
- Rogue Detection, IDS, Policy Enforcement
- Policy Management
- Wireless Policy Violations
- AAA and Radius
- 802.1X Authentication and Access Control
- 802.1X Key Management
- Message Integrity
- Three Models of Connectivity
- Setting Up the DHCP Server
- Setting Up the Routing and Remote Access (VPN) Server
- Setting Up IPSec Over L2TP
- Setting Up the VPN Client
- User-Specific Security Policies and Roaming Across Subnets
- Best Practices for a Secure Wireless Solution
- Tools and Products
Planning a Wireless LAN
- Managing a 802.11 Implementation
- Requirements Analysis Steps
- Types of Wireless LAN Requirements
- Defining Wireless LAN Requirements
- Analyzing the Feasibility of a Wireless LAN
802.11 Design
- Access Point Locations
- Access Point Frequency Assignments
- Complete Coverage (no gaps)
- Adequate Capacity
- Rules of Thumb Don’t Work
- Design Based on Extensive Measurements
Coverage and Capacity
- Propagation and Coverage
- Complete Coverage of Target Space
- Changing Environment
- Interference Sources
- Capacity
- Enough Capacity for Expected Usage
- Consideration of High- and Low-Density Areas Throughput
- Network Scenarios
- Interworking and Coexistence with Mobile and Cellular Networks
Implementing a Wireless LAN
- Designing a Wireless LAN
- Preparing for Operational Support of a Wireless LAN
- Installing a Wireless LAN
Voice Over 802.11
- Delivery of Voice-Over-IP (VoIP) Services
- QoS of Wi-Fi and VoIP
- Component of Wi-Fi for Reliable, High-Quality Voice Transmission
- Real Examples and Applications
Special Case Study: 5G and 802.11 Interworking
- Technical Solutions
- IP Level Integrated Solution
- Home Solution
- Operator Dependent Solution
- Independent Solution
Objectives
After successfully completing the course the students will:
- Understand the basic concepts of 802.11
- Be able to understand the technical implementation of different types of Wireless LANs
- Gain a general understanding of Wireless LANs systems coverage and capacity
- Be able to select the most effective wireless LAN type from a wide assortment of recent and emerging standards
- Examine an Independent assessment of competing wireless LAN technologies
- Be able to perform a more efficient design and operational support of wireless LANs because of an understanding of wireless LAN protocol operations and frame structures