Certified Wireless Technology Specialist (CWTS) — Information & Free Practice
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Certified Wireless Technology Specialist (CWTS)
- Provider
- CWNP learning management system
- Format
- Online; multiple choice/single answer; English; one sitting
- Exam questions
- Total questions: 60.
- Time limit
- 90 minutes
- Passing score
- 70% for certification; 80% for those desiring to teach CWTS classes
- Exam fee
- USD 174.99
Examination outline
Basic RF Characteristics (15%)
- Describe RF signal characteristics
- Explain RF behaviors and signal propagation
- Understand how to detect RF signal factors
- Understand basic RF channel plans
- Describe the basic differences among antenna types
- Use the appropriate external antenna when required
Wireless Client Features and Capabilities (25%)
- Describe device types and varying capabilities
- Explain the basic WLAN location processes for 802.11 wireless networks
- Describe the basic steps required in the WLAN connection process for 802.11 wireless networks
- Determine the RF features supported by client and Wi-Fi-based IoT devices
- Configure client and Wi-Fi-based IoT devices
Wireless AP Features and Capabilities (25%)
- Identify 802.11 AP features and capabilities and understand configuration options related to them
- Use appropriate mounting kits for a specified installation location
- Ensure proper PoE provisioning for 802.11 APs and other wireless devices, when required
Configuration of 802.11 Security Parameters (15%)
- Understand the basics of 802.11 standard security solutions
- Identify legacy security technologies that should not be used
- Understand the basic security options available for common Wi-Fi-based IoT devices
Troubleshooting Common WLAN Connection Issues (20%)
- Troubleshoot connectivity problems
- Troubleshoot performance problems
- Troubleshoot security problems
- Troubleshoot mobility problems
Examination sources
- CWNP CWTS certification page
Becoming a CWTS, full-list-of-knowledge statement; Exam objectives for CWTS-102 link
- CWTS-102 Exam Objectives 2024
p. 1, introductory examination paragraph and Table 1.1
- CWTS-102 Exam Objectives 2024
p. 1, introductory examination paragraph
- CWNP CWTS certification page
CWTS Exam Summary
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