Course Description

The Certified Wireless Technician (CWT) is an individual who can install APs based on a design document, configure the AP for initial operations and ensure connectivity. The individual can troubleshoot basic problems and assist users in-person or through remote communications in problem resolution. The ability to configure a WLAN client for connectivity is paramount with an understanding of the configuration process for SSIDs, security settings and other client adapter settings.

This individual is not responsible for WLAN design, analysis or security design; however, the CWT should be able to gather information from a design specification document to properly configure an AP and troubleshoot individual connection issues. The CWT may not be aware of the actual WLAN architectural design, the RF design or the full feature set in use to implement the WLAN.

Course Objectives:

The CWT certification is an entry-level WLAN certification from the vendor-neutral CWNP organization that brought you CWNA and other advanced certifications. To earn the CWT certification, you must pass an online exam with a score of 70% or higher. Those desiring to work as instructors teaching CWT classes must pass with a score of 80% or higher. Regardless of the way you choose to prepare for the CWT exam, you should start with the exam objectives, which cover the full list of knowledge tested on the exam. The CWT is a three-year certification, and it is renewed by passing the most recent version of the CWT exam again.

Primary Knowledge Domains of the CWT Exam:

1.0 Basic RF Characteristics (15%)
1.1 Describe RF signal characteristics
1.2 Explain RF behaviors and signal propagation
1.3 Understand how to detect RF signal factors
1.4 Understand basic RF channel plans
1.5 Describe the basic differences among antenna types
1.6 Use the appropriate external antenna when required
2.0 Wireless Device Features and Capabilities (25%)
2.1 Describe device types and varying capabilities
2.2 Explain the basic WLAN location processes for 802.11 wireless networks
2.3 Describe the basic steps required in the WLAN connection process for 802.11 wireless networks
2.4 Determine the RF features supported by client and IoT devices
2.5 Configure client and IoT devices
3.0 Wireless Protocol Features and Capabilities (25%)
3.2 Use appropriate 802.11 AP mounting kits for a specified installation location
3.4 Ensure IoT devices support the appropriate protocols and configuration
4.0 Configuration of Security Parameters (15%)
4.1 Understand the basics of 802.11 standard security solutions
4.2 Identify legacy security technologies that should not be used
4.3 Understand the basic security options available for common wireless IoT protocols
5.0 Troubleshooting Common Wireless Connection Issues (20%)
5.1 Troubleshoot connectivity problems
5.2 Troubleshoot performance problems
5.3 Troubleshoot security problems
5.4 Troubleshoot mobility problems