This course provides students with an understanding of the major concepts involved in Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs). The course will begin with a review of computer networking. By the end of the course, students will be able to identify and explain the various components which make up a WLAN, identify the major issues and challenges surrounding wireless networks and describe the wireless LAN architecture. The course will conclude with a review of emerging technologies which are likely to impact the use of wireless networks in the near future.

1. Course Title: Wireless LAN Fundamentals  
   

2. Course Number: 420-874-LA
   

3. Course Duration: 45 hours                        
   

4. Course Credits: 2.00
   

5. Instructor: Marc-André Léger                    
   

6. Contact: marcandre@leger.ca
   

7. Course evaluation
   

8. A home assignment (Course 3) 30%
   

9. An in-class presentation (course10) or build a Pringles cantenna 20%
   

10. A mid-term exam (Course 6) 15%
    

11. A final exam (Course 12) 35%
    

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