ENGT 1200 — - Introduction to Wireless
This course introduces wireless networking over a range of applications, from cell phones to wireless local area networks (WLAN), to broadband wide area network links and satellite. Topics covered include an overview of wireless communication technology, protocol layers, local area network (LAN) hardware, IP addressing, 802.11 standards, MAC (Media Access Control) standards, WLAN components, basic security, basic RF theory, antennas and troubleshooting. The student will have hands- on experience with various LAN and WLAN networking components, applications, tools and projects. Lecture: 2 hours, Lab: 2 hours