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| Topic 1 | - Foundational Wi-Fi technologies, standards & concepts: This section of the exam measures skills of the Certified Logistics Associate and covers the foundational principles of Wi-Fi, including radio frequency (RF) concepts, global 802.11 standards, and frequency channelization up to the latest standards (a
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- BE). It assesses knowledge of antenna characteristics, the difference between Mesh and point-to-point connections, and the basics of authentication methods, including certificate usage and the high-level steps of client roaming across access points.
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| Topic 2 | - Designing & Planning a RUCKUS Wi-Fi Solution: This section of the exam measures skills of the Certified Logistics Technician and focuses heavily on the detailed process of planning a RUCKUS Wi-Fi network, including gathering design requirements using site survey tools like Ekahau. It assesses the ability to define strategies for traffic management, load balancing, and network segmentation using technologies like VXLAN. This area also covers selecting the right products for specific use cases, and designing comprehensive security policies that involve RADIUS, PKI, and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), alongside detailed AP management planning like discovery methods and PoE budgeting.
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| Topic 3 | - Wi-Fi Solution Enhancement through Tuning and Optimization: This section of the exam measures skills of the Certified Logistics Technician and focuses on advanced techniques for fine-tuning and optimizing Wi-Fi network performance after deployment. It includes balancing load and frequency bands, implementing airtime fairness and decongestion methods, and using advanced 802.11 roaming amendments (k, r, v) to improve client mobility. The section also covers optimizing radio settings, such as Client Admission Control (CAC), and managing channel selection and power optimization, including the use of DFS and RUCKUS AI features.
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| Topic 4 | - RUCKUS Wi-Fi Solutions: This section of the exam measures skills of the Certified Logistics Technician and covers the detailed, hands-on implementation and setup of RUCKUS solutions, specifically for SmartZone and RUCKUS One platforms. It requires knowledge of initial system setup, implementing licensing, and configuring all core network elements, including clusters, redundancy, AP groups, zones, and advanced WLAN features such as dynamic VLANs and SmartMesh. The section also covers detailed AP configuration steps, best practices for deployment, and setting up security and access controls like RBAC and guest access via captive portals.
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| Topic 5 | - Wi-Fi Solution Troubleshooting & Repair: This section of the exam measures skills of the Certified Logistics Associate and covers the essential processes for data gathering, analysis, and troubleshooting common issues, such as client connectivity failures and problems with AP-to-controller communication. It requires using diagnostic tools, including built-in speed tests and packet
- frame capture, as well as understanding how to use logs and integrate with communication protocols like AAA, Syslog, and SNMP for effective diagnosis and repair.
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| Topic 6 | - RUCKUS Technologies, products & solutions: This section of the exam measures skills of the Certified Logistics Technician and covers RUCKUS-specific technologies, such as proprietary Wi-Fi features, Bonjour Gateway, and automated cell sizing capabilities. It focuses on the proper selection and sizing of RUCKUS controllers (SmartZone, Unleashed, ROne
- Cloud) and Access Points (APs) based on platform limitations. Furthermore, it includes knowledge of advanced features like clustering, geo-redundancy, initial IoT integration, and the necessary processes for product licensing and using RUCKUS support tools and documentation.
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