EC456 Wireless Networks
Catalog Data & Credits (Recitation-Lab-Total)
EC456 Wireless Networks (2-2-3): An introductory course in wireless networking and wireless network security. Major topics will include the wireless channel; the IEEE 802.11 (WiFi) standard, and wireless security. Additional topics (time permitting) may include Bluetooth, wireless sensor networks, and other advanced topics.
Pre-requisites
EC356 Computer Networks with Security Applications or IC322 Computer Networks
Course Objectives
- Discuss the wireless application space and compare and contrast various wireless technologies
- Describe, model, and mitigate fading effects in the wireless channel.
- Understand and utilize common error detection and correction schemes applied to the wireless channel.
- Navigate the IEEE 802.11 standard, explain the architecture and services it provides, and demonstrate “hands on” experience with it.
- Explain and analyze the medium access and physical layer techniques provided in the IEEE 802.11 Standard.
- Explain common cryptographic and network security concepts applied to the wireless channel.
- Describe the security provided in IEEE 802.11, know the associated vulnerabilities, and demonstrate “hands on” experience with it.
