Cisco Wireless LAN Advanced Topics (CWLAT)

This 4 day hands on Instructor led course is designed to give delegates a firm understanding of the components, features and proper deployment of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network. The course focuses on advanced WLAN design, integrating Cisco wireless components into a wired infrastructure. Deployment topics include managing the WLAN by using the Cisco Wireless Control System (WCS) to manage the advanced feature set and using the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solutions Engine (WLSE) to manage the core feature set. Security topics focus on integrating WLAN security using the WLAN controllers and lightweight access points as well as the autonomous access points in conjunction with the Cisco Secure ACS, and Network Access Controller (NAC). Security also includes Cisco WCS and CiscoWorks WLSE Intrusion Detection Systems. Troubleshooting the WLAN is also included.

Intended Audience:
Those involved in the deployment and management of a Wireless Network
Those hoping to obtain the Advanced Wireless LAN Specialisation

Course Content

Cisco Unified Wireless Network Concepts
Describing Cisco Aironet Autonomous Access Points
Describing the Cisco Unified Network
Describing WLAN Controller and Lightweight Access Point Architecture
Implementing the WLAN with Cisco WCS
Installing the WLAN Controller
Installing the Cisco Wireless Control System
The Cisco Core Feature Set
Introducing the Cisco WLAN Core Feature Set based on Autonomous Access
Implementing Radio Management for Cisco Autonomous Access Points
WLAN Management
Managing the WLAN from the WLAN Controller
Managing the Cisco Unified Wireless Network using Cisco WCS
Managing the Cisco WLAN Controller
Managing CiscoWorks WLSE Management with Autonomous Access Points
Wireless Network Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting the Cisco Advanced Feature Set Wireless Network
Troubleshooting the CiscoWorks Wireless LAN Solution Engine
Cisco WLAN Security
Describing WLAN Security Standards
Describing WLAN Security Threats and Mitigations
Describing WLAN Authentication and Encryption
Securing the WLAN

Skills

After completing this course the student should be able to:

Describe detailed technical features, functions and benefits of the WLAN product offerings available from Cisco
Install advanced feature set hardware so that it functions optimally Install and manage the CiscWorks WLSE and infrastructure devices so that it functions optimally
Install and administer WLAN management devices
Troubleshoot and maintain a wireless network
Administer Security so that the network is safe from attack

Prerequisites

Participants should have:
Attended CWLF

Certification
This course is recommended as preparation for exam(s):

642-587 AWLANFE
642-586 AWLANSE

CWLF should be attended before taking these exams. These courses are part of the Advanced Wireless LAN Specialisation.