WCET CertificationBy: Amr Awad & Yosra Ahmed

Objectives• What is IEEE’s WCET ?• Why is WCET worth the effort ?• How to prepare for WCET exam ?

WCET• Stands for “Wireless Communications Engineering Technologies”• Addresses the worldwide wireless industry’s need for qualified

communication professionals who can demonstrate practical problem-solving skills in real-world situations.

• Covers 7 major areas of wireless communications.

Area 1

Propagation

RF Engineering

Antennas

Signal Processing

Area 2

Physical Layer

Media Access Control (MAC)

Link Layer

Area 3

Network Management

Network Security

Area 4

Network & Service Architecture

Facilities Infrastructure

Area 5

Area 6

Agreements

Policies

Standards

Regulations

Area 7: Fundamentals

Electrical Engineering

Engineering Management

Communications Systems

Subject Areas Covered• RF Engineering, Propagation, and Antennas (19-23%)• Wireless Access Technologies (19-23%)• Network and Service Architecture (19-23%)• Network Management and Security (11-15%)• Facilities Infrastructure (6-8%)• Agreements, Standards, Policies, and Regulations (6-8%)• Fundamental Knowledge (8-12%)

What to look for in a certification?• Teaches more about the field.• Provides practical knowledge.• Meets industry needs.• Proves professionalism.

Why is WCET worth the effort ?• Demonstrates commitment to the wireless industry and profession.• Proves thorough understanding of basics & concepts.• Opens up new opportunities in the large field of wireless

communications.• Many Companies are actively looking for WCPs.

Companies Actively Hiring WCPs

WCPs Around the World

Why is WCET Different?Unlike many certifications, WCET is:• Vendor-neutral• Trans-national• Employs practical experience to solve real world problems.

WCET Exam• Recommended:

• College degree • 3+ years of professional experience.

• 150 MCQ Question.• Duration: 4 Hours• An online calculator & formula sheets are available.• License Duration: 5 Years (Renewable)

How to prepare for WCET Exam?• Online Tutorials• Practice Exam• Website: www.ieee-wcet.org• References & Resources

• List available in WCET’s Handbook.

Questions ?

Thank You ! Our Contacts:• Amr Awad

Senior Electronics & Communication Engineering Student at Cairo Universityamro.khir@gmail.com

• Yosra AhmedSenior Electronics & Communication Engineering Student at Cairo Universityyosra27med@gmail.com