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Exam Information
Official specifications published by CWNP
Exam Format
90 min
60
70%
Professional
Registration
$349.99 USD
Prometric or online proctoring
English
Validity
3 years
Pass current CWDP exam; Earn CWNE certification
CWDP-305 Exam Topics and Domains
CWDP-305 is organized into 4 weighted domains. Expect to work with Ekahau AI Pro, Hamina Wireless, iBwave Wi-Fi.
1
Define Specifications for the WLAN
25%
Gather Customer Requirements
Business Requirements AnalysisTechnical Requirements GatheringCompliance and Regulatory Requirements
- Conduct comprehensive requirements gathering sessions
- Document business and technical requirements
- Identify compliance and regulatory constraints
- Create requirements traceability matrix
Define Physical Requirements
Site AssessmentCoverage Area Definition
- Assess physical environment impact
- Define coverage requirements
- Plan for environmental challenges
Determine Application and Device Requirements
Application AnalysisClient Device ProfilingUser Density Planning
- Analyze application requirements
- Profile client devices
- Calculate capacity requirements
- Plan for future growth
2
Design the WLAN
40%
Apply RF Design and Planning Concepts
RF Fundamentals in DesignAntenna Selection and Placement
- Apply RF principles to design
- Select and place antennas effectively
- Calculate coverage predictions
Develop Channel Plans
2.4 GHz Channel Planning5 GHz Channel Planning6 GHz Planning (Wi-Fi 6E/7)
- Create effective channel plans
- Optimize spectrum utilization
- Minimize interference
- Plan for new spectrum (6 GHz)
Perform Coverage Analysis
Predictive ModelingCapacity Planning
- Perform predictive modeling
- Analyze coverage patterns
- Design for adequate capacity
Select Infrastructure
Architecture SelectionHardware Selection
- Select appropriate architecture
- Choose suitable hardware
- Plan for scalability
Design WLAN Segmentation and Services
Network SegmentationSecurity DesignGuest and IoT Services
- Design network segmentation
- Implement security best practices
- Plan specialized services
Design High-Density WLANs
High-Density PrinciplesPerformance Optimization
- Design for high-density environments
- Optimize performance parameters
- Leverage modern Wi-Fi features
3
Deploy the WLAN
10%
Execute the Installation
Pre-Installation PreparationPhysical Installation
- Plan deployment logistics
- Execute physical installation
- Ensure quality control
Install and Configure Infrastructure
Controller ConfigurationSupporting Services
- Configure WLAN infrastructure
- Integrate supporting services
- Verify configurations
Validate Infrastructure Post-Deployment
Initial Validation
- Validate deployment
- Verify functionality
- Document installation
4
Validate and Optimize the WLAN
25%
Validate the Network Design
Post-Deployment SurveyRoaming Validation
- Perform validation surveys
- Test roaming performance
- Compare results to requirements
Perform Application Testing
Application Performance TestingVoice and Video Testing
- Test application performance
- Validate QoS implementation
- Ensure user experience
Optimize and Remediate
Performance OptimizationTroubleshooting and RemediationDocumentation and Reporting
- Optimize network performance
- Troubleshoot issues
- Document results
- Provide recommendations
How do I earn this certification?
Passing CWDP-305 earns the CWDP certification. It sits in the Wireless Network Design track.
Current Level Exams
Next Level Options
CWNE - Certified Wireless Network Expert CWDP is one of the required professional-level certifications for CWNE
Alternative Paths
- CWAP-405 - Certified Wireless Analysis ProfessionalComplementary protocol analysis skills for wireless design professionals
- CWSP-207 - Certified Wireless Security ProfessionalEnhanced security design capabilities for enterprise WLANs
- CWISA-103 - Certified Wireless IoT Solutions AdministratorSpecialized IoT wireless integration for modern deployments
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-09-01
- Announcement date: 2024-08-01
Updates
- Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) Initial ratification Included in CWDP-305 as foundational knowledge for future-proofing designs • Release date: 2024-late
- 6 GHz AFC (Automated Frequency Coordination) Operational Critical component of 6 GHz design in CWDP-305 • Release date: 2022-2024 (phased)
- WPA3-Enterprise Current standard Primary security protocol in CWDP-305 design scenarios • Release date: 2018 (ongoing updates)
- Cloud-Managed WLAN Architectures Mainstream Architecture selection is key domain in CWDP-305 • Release date: Ongoing evolution
Who should take this exam?
Certification: CWNA; Version: current and valid; Requirement Type: mandatory; Note: Must hold current and valid CWNA credential to take CWDP exam
- 3+ years of wireless networking experience
- Experience with enterprise WLAN deployments
- Hands-on experience with site surveys
- Knowledge of Wi-Fi 6/6E technologies
- Understanding of modern security protocols (WPA3)
- Familiarity with RF planning and design tools