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Professional Standards & Competencies Flashcards

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  1. Which organization maintains the CWNA certification and sets its exam objectives?

    Answer: CWNP

    CWNP (Certified Wireless Network Professional) is the organization that owns and maintains the CWNA certification program.

  2. A CWNA professional is asked to document a wireless network deployment. Which document type best captures the final installed configuration for future reference?

    Answer: As-built document

    An as-built document records the actual final configuration of the deployed network, serving as the authoritative reference after installation.

  3. When performing a pre-deployment site survey, what is the PRIMARY goal of a passive survey?

    Answer: Detect existing RF signals without transmitting

    A passive survey listens for existing RF signals using a wireless adapter in monitor mode without transmitting any frames.

  4. Which CWNA competency involves evaluating vendor proposals and selecting hardware that meets project specifications?

    Answer: Procurement and vendor management

    Procurement and vendor management competencies include evaluating vendor offerings, reviewing proposals, and selecting equipment that meets technical and business requirements.

  5. A wireless network administrator wants to demonstrate ongoing competency. What is the CWNA recertification requirement?

    Answer: Earn 20 CEUs or retake the exam every 3 years

    CWNA certification is valid for 3 years, and recertification requires earning 20 CEUs or passing the current exam again.

  6. Which professional practice is most important when a CWNA engineer discovers a serious security vulnerability during a client engagement?

    Answer: Document and disclose the finding to the client promptly

    Professional ethics require that discovered vulnerabilities be documented and disclosed to the client promptly so they can make informed decisions.

  7. What does the CWNA exam body of knowledge classify as a 'vertical market consideration' for wireless deployments?

    Answer: Industry-specific requirements such as healthcare or warehouse environments

    Vertical market considerations refer to the unique wireless requirements driven by specific industries such as healthcare (real-time location), warehousing (ruggedized clients), or education.

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