Wireless Networks IS-FCS-00097S

The aim of the course is to prepare the student to work with wireless networks. Students will become familiar with the operation of wireless
networks on the basis of physics and computer science. They learn how to configure devices and secure networks against unauthorized
access. They will be able to properly use the available antenna.

Course content
Electromagnetic waves, Maxwell's equations. The spectrum of electromagnetic waves. The propagation of electromagnetic waves. Polarization
of electromagnetic waves. Modulation, modulation types, modulation characteristics. Antennas, operational parameters. The units. 802.11
wireless standards. BSS, ESS. Configuration of network devices. Security in wireless networks, WEP, WPA, WPS.