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Implementing and Operating Cisco Wireless Core Technologies (WLCOR)

Length 5 days
Version 1.0

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Why study this course

The Implementing and Operating Cisco Wireless Core Technologies (WLCOR) course develops professional-level expertise in implementing and operating Cisco enterprise wireless networks. You will learn wireless architecture design and physical infrastructure deployment. You will configure Cisco Catalyst 9800 Series wireless LAN controllers (WLCs), Cisco access points, and Cisco Meraki platforms for secure client connectivity. You will implement advanced features, including roaming and guest networking. You will deploy comprehensive monitoring and management solutions using Cisco Catalyst Center. You will leverage application programming interfaces (APIs) and artificial intelligence (AI) for operational automation and develop systematic troubleshooting methodologies using packet analysis and diagnostic tools.

This training prepares you for the 350-101 WLCOR v1.0 exam. If passed, you earn the Cisco Certified Specialist - Wireless Core certification and satisfy the core exam requirements for the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) and Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Wireless certifications.

This course also earns you 32 Continuing Education (CE) credits toward recertification.

Digital courseware: Cisco provides students with electronic courseware for this course. Students who have a confirmed booking will be sent an email prior to the course start date, with a link to create an account via learningspace.cisco.com before they attend their first day of class. Please note that any electronic courseware or labs will not be available (visible) until the first day of the class.

Exam Vouchers: Cisco exam vouchers are not included in the course fees but can be purchased separately where applicable.

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What you’ll learn

After completing this course, students will be able to:

Analyse wireless governance, topologies, and legacy protocol evolution to establish foundational network design principles
Analyse RF propagation characteristics and channel behavior to diagnose wireless performance issues
Apply RF mathematical calculations and antenna theory principles to optimise wireless network performance
Evaluate 802.11ax and 802.11be protocols to implement high-performance, future-ready wireless networks
Evaluate wireless network architectures and design physical infrastructure for enterprise deployments
Configure Cisco wireless controllers and access points to establish secure client connectivity
Implement secure management access and client policies for operational wireless network
Analyse client device capabilities and configure connectivity across diverse operating systems
Configure local WLAN security and authentication mechanisms on controllers
Configure external WLAN security and authentication
Implement client roaming protocols and guest networking to extend wireless services
Implement Cisco Catalyst Center and integration tools for unified wireless network management
Configure performance and security monitoring to ensure optimal wireless network functionality
Evaluate and implement API automation and AI-enhanced features for intelligent wireless operations
Analyse wireless frames using packet capture tools to diagnose network behavior and issues
Troubleshoot client connectivity and AP join failures using systematic diagnostic methodologies

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Who is the course for?

Wireless Network Engineers
Network Architects
Network Administrators
Network Automation Engineers

Course subjects

Wireless Foundation Review
Radio Frequencies Review
RF Mathematics and Antenna Theory Review
Modern Wi-Fi Protocols
Physical Wireless Networks
Cisco Wireless Network Installation and Configuration
Wireless Network Operation
Wireless Client Identification and Configuration
Wireless Network Security and Local Authentication
External Authentication for Wireless Networks
Extend the Wireless Network
Cisco Wireless Network Management
Wireless Network Monitoring
APIs and AI with Wi-Fi
Wireless Network Analysis
Troubleshoot Wireless Network

Lab Outline

Configure Physical Infrastructure of a Wireless Network
Configure Initial Setup of Cisco Wireless Network
Configure WLAN Settings for Client Connectivity
Configure and Secure Dashboard Management Access
Configure Client Management Rules and Policies
Configure Client Connectivity Simulation
Configure Local Authentication on the Catalyst 9800 WLC
Configure External Authentication for Wireless Networks
Configure Guest Networking
Investigate Cisco Catalyst Center
Monitor Wireless Network Performance with Cisco Catalyst Center
Monitor Wireless Network Security with Cisco Catalyst Center
Configure Client Monitoring in Cisco Catalyst Center
Configure Wireless API Functionality
Cisco Catalyst Center AI Capabilities
Analyse Wireless Frames
Troubleshoot Client Connectivity Issues

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this training. However, the knowledge and skills you are recommended to have before attending this training are:

Solid foundation in IT literacy (e.g., understanding of common IT concepts and enterprise software)
Prior experience or basic experimentation using Cisco wireless technologies (e.g., APs and wireless LAN controllers)
Familiar with RF theory, Wi-Fi standards, security protocols, Cisco wireless architecture (e.g., CAPWAP, centralised access control), Cisco DNA Center, and basic troubleshooting—concepts learned in the WLFNDU Learning Path

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