Overview
This course introduces participants to the advanced concepts required for designing Cisco wireless networks in enterprise environments. Through scenario-based learning, learners explore wireless design methodology, Cisco product capabilities, and validation techniques—preparing them for the 300-425 ENWLSD exam and professional roles in wireless networking. With practical insights from initial planning to post-deployment evaluation, this course equips attendees to implement high-performing, resilient wireless designs tailored to enterprise needs.
Prerequisites
Participants should have:
- General understanding of networking and wireless fundamentals
- Familiarity with routing and switching concepts
- Prior knowledge recommended from Cisco courses such as:
Target audience
This course is designed for:
- Wireless design engineers and wireless engineers
- Network engineers, administrators, and managers
- Technical solutions architects and consulting systems engineers
- Systems and sales engineers supporting wireless infrastructure
Delegates will learn how to
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Describe the structured wireless design methodology recommended by Cisco
- Explain industry standards, protocols, and wireless certifications
- Analyse wireless technologies and assess their relevance in enterprise designs
- Implement enhanced Cisco wireless features and understand their applications
- Design enterprise-grade mobility solutions including roaming and Work Group Bridges
- Plan and execute vertical-specific and application-specific wireless designs
- Address advanced scenarios including bridging, mesh, and Cisco CMX
- Conduct site surveys and apply validation methodologies
- Utilise third-party planning tools effectively
- Complete the final phases of a wireless design project with confidence
Outline
Structured wireless design methodology
- Overview of Cisco’s design framework
- Key planning phases from requirement gathering to deployment
Wireless industry protocols and standards
- IEEE standards and amendments
- Regulatory compliance and certification bodies
- RFCs impacting enterprise wireless design
The science of wireless technology
- Radio frequency fundamentals
- Signal propagation and interference
- Spectrum planning and channel management
Cisco enhanced wireless features
- Adaptive Radio Management (ARM)
- CleanAir technology and RF spectrum analysis
- High Availability (HA) and FastLane for QoS
Cisco mobility and roaming
- Roaming architecture and optimisation
- Mobility groups and anchor controllers
- Work Group Bridge use cases
Wireless design process
- Pre-design considerations
- Coverage and capacity planning
- Documentation and design validation
Wireless network design for specific applications
- VoIP over WLAN
- Location-based services
- High-density environments and IoT integration
Designing wireless networks for specific vertical designs
- Retail, healthcare, education, and manufacturing case studies
- Tailored requirements and compliance needs
Bridging and mesh in wireless networks
- Point-to-point and point-to-multipoint bridging
- Wireless Mesh Network (WMN) topologies
- Use cases and performance implications
Special considerations in advanced wireless designs
- Environmental challenges and mitigation
- Redundancy, scalability, and futureproofing
- Security requirements and segmentation
Cisco CMX and Cisco Spaces
- Integration of location-based analytics
- Customised services for enterprise user experience
Survey processes
- Site survey types and tools
- Planning, execution, and analysis
- Documentation best practices
Wireless network design with third-party tools
- Planning tools (Ekahau, AirMagnet)
- Integration of vendor recommendations
- Exporting and presenting design reports
Wireless network validation processes
- Post-deployment validation steps
- Performance verification and tuning
- Troubleshooting methodologies
Completing the wireless design project
- Final deliverables and stakeholder sign-off
- Knowledge transfer and documentation handover
- Operationalisation of the wireless solution
Exams and assessments
This course prepares learners for the Cisco Designing Enterprise Wireless Networks (300-425 ENWLSD) exam. It does not include formal in-course assessments. Learners are encouraged to complete practical labs and scenario-based exercises to reinforce understanding.
Hands-on learning
The course includes:
- 60 hours or 90-day access (whichever is shorter) to lab environments
- Real-world scenario designs for practical application
- Simulated deployments and wireless validation tasks
- Guided walkthroughs for third-party wireless planning tools
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