Wireless Network Technician (WNT)
Credential: Wireless Network Technician (WNT)
Credentialing Agency: Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)
Renewal Period: 4 years
The Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I), Wireless Network Technician (WNT) is a mid-career level professional credential. Technicians who have obtained knowledge of the operation and maintenance of wireless networking concepts, RF and IR propagation and modulation technologies are recommended to pursue the WNT. The WNT certifies a technician's acquisition of the skills and knowledge necessary for employment in the networking industry. Candidates must pass a written examination.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Wireless Network Technician (WNT)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Attainability:
Eligibility Requirements
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for a Service member to meet eligibility requirements. Requirements listed here are based on the minimum degree required.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
Exam Administration (View Details)
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 4 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I)
5 Depot Street
Greencastle, IN 46135
Phone: (800) 288-3824
Fax: (765) 653-4287
Email: eta@eta-i.org
Written Exam
- Wireless Communication History and Regulation
- Wired and Wireless Network Architectures
- Wired and Wireless Network Protocols and Standards Management
- Wireless Networks
- Wireless Broadband Networks
- Network Security
- Advanced Wireless Systems
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Wireless Network Technician (WNT) examination:
- Best Sources
- General References
- Related Courses
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Testing Information
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Exam Administration
Credential exams may be administered in-person at a testing site, proctored on-line remotely, or have options for both. If an exam is administered through a test vendor, the third-party test vendor box will be checked. The following test administration options apply to the Wireless Network Technician (WNT) credential where checked:
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor
For more information on the Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) testing process, visit the agency website.
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Third-Party Test Vendor Information
Testing for this credential is handled by the following vendor:
ExamRoom.AI
The test centers are located in the U.S.
To find out more, use the following links on the ExamRoom.AI website:
RECERTIFICATION
Wireless Network Technician (WNT)
Renewal Period: 4 years