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Key Facts: Cisco WLCOR 350-101 Exam

120 min

Exam Length

Cisco WLCOR exam page

$400

Exam Fee (USD)

Cisco / Pearson VUE

20%

Largest Domains

Operation and Client Connectivity

7

Official Domains

WLCOR v1.0 blueprint

3 years

Certification Valid

Cisco recertification policy

Mar 2026

v1.0 Launch

New dedicated wireless core

WLCOR 350-101 v1.0 is the new dedicated Cisco Wireless Core exam launched March 19, 2026, replacing the older ENCOR-based wireless track. The 120-minute proctored exam costs US$400 through Pearson VUE and delivers approximately 90-110 questions across seven weighted domains: RF Fundamentals (15%), 802.11 Technology Fundamentals (10%), Wireless Network Implementation (10%), Wireless Network Operation (20%), Client Connectivity Configuration (20%), Wireless Monitoring and Management (15%), and Automation and AI (10%). Passing 350-101 earns the Cisco Certified Specialist - Wireless Core badge and counts as the core requirement toward CCNP Wireless. Cisco professional-level certifications are valid for three years.

Sample Cisco WLCOR 350-101 Practice Questions

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1An access point transmits at 100 mW. What is the equivalent transmit power in dBm?
A.10 dBm
B.17 dBm
C.20 dBm
D.30 dBm
Explanation: Use the rule 10 log10(mW). 100 mW = 10 log10(100) = 10 x 2 = 20 dBm. The 'rule of 10s and 3s' shortcut also works: 1 mW = 0 dBm, +10 dB multiplies power by 10, so 1 mW -> 10 mW (10 dBm) -> 100 mW (20 dBm).
2An AP feeds an antenna with +18 dBm of transmit power, the cable run is 3 dB of loss, and the antenna has 6 dBi of gain. What is the EIRP?
A.9 dBm
B.15 dBm
C.21 dBm
D.27 dBm
Explanation: EIRP = transmitter power + antenna gain - cable loss = 18 + 6 - 3 = 21 dBm. EIRP is what regulatory bodies (FCC, ETSI) cap to control real-world radiated power.
3A client receives a signal at -65 dBm and measures a noise floor of -92 dBm. What is the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR)?
A.17 dB
B.27 dB
C.57 dB
D.157 dB
Explanation: SNR (in dB) is the absolute difference between signal and noise: |-65 - (-92)| = 27 dB. SNR is dimensionless (dB, not dBm) because it is a ratio between two power levels.
4Which RF measurement, expressed in dBm, represents the power of a received signal at the receiver's antenna connector?
A.SNR
B.RSSI
C.RX sensitivity
D.Noise floor
Explanation: RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indicator) is the measured received signal level at the receiver and is reported in dBm. RX sensitivity is the minimum signal level the radio can decode at a given data rate; SNR is a ratio (dB); noise floor is the underlying noise (dBm) but not the signal itself.
5Which wireless propagation behavior occurs when an RF wave bends as it passes through a medium of a different density, such as a glass wall?
A.Reflection
B.Refraction
C.Diffraction
D.Scattering
Explanation: Refraction is the bending of an RF wave as it crosses a boundary between media of different propagation speeds. Reflection bounces a wave off a smooth surface, diffraction bends a wave around an edge, and scattering disperses energy from a rough surface.
6What does the Free Space Path Loss (FSPL) formula predict?
A.The maximum cable run between AP and antenna
B.The signal attenuation between transmitter and receiver in free space as a function of distance and frequency
C.The minimum SNR required for a given MCS
D.The maximum legal EIRP in a given regulatory domain
Explanation: FSPL is the loss an RF wave experiences traveling through free space. It increases with distance and frequency: FSPL (dB) = 32.44 + 20 log10(d_km) + 20 log10(f_MHz). Doubling distance adds 6 dB; doubling frequency adds 6 dB. This is why 6 GHz signals attenuate faster than 2.4 GHz at the same distance.
7Within how much of the line-of-sight path should the first Fresnel zone remain unobstructed to avoid significant additional path loss on a wireless bridge link?
A.10%
B.40%
C.60%
D.100%
Explanation: At least 60% of the first Fresnel zone must remain clear of obstructions to keep diffraction loss negligible. Below ~60% clearance, additional path loss becomes significant, especially for long outdoor bridge links.
8Which antenna characteristic is described by the angular width between the two points where radiated power drops by 3 dB from the maximum?
A.Antenna gain
B.Polarization
C.Beamwidth
D.VSWR
Explanation: Beamwidth (often called half-power beamwidth) is the angle between the two -3 dB points on either side of an antenna's main lobe. Both horizontal and vertical beamwidths matter for AP placement and coverage shaping.
9An omnidirectional dipole antenna is rated at 5 dBi. What does this gain figure represent?
A.Gain compared to an isotropic radiator in the antenna's preferred direction
B.Gain compared to a perfect dipole antenna
C.Total radiated power in milliwatts
D.VSWR mismatch loss in dB
Explanation: dBi expresses gain relative to an isotropic radiator, a theoretical antenna that radiates equally in all directions. dBd is gain relative to a half-wave dipole (dBi = dBd + 2.15 dB). Higher gain antennas concentrate the same input power into a narrower beam.
10What is the most likely cause of high non-Wi-Fi noise on the 2.4 GHz band reported by Cisco CleanAir on a Catalyst 9800 controller?
A.A neighboring AP on overlapping channels
B.A microwave oven or analog video camera
C.A Bluetooth Low Energy beacon
D.An unsupported 802.11ax client
Explanation: CleanAir distinguishes Wi-Fi interference from non-Wi-Fi interferers using dedicated DSP. Microwave ovens, analog video cameras, jammers, and continuous transmitters appear as non-Wi-Fi noise on 2.4 GHz. A neighboring AP would show as co-channel/adjacent-channel interference (Wi-Fi), not non-Wi-Fi noise.

About the Cisco WLCOR 350-101 Exam

The 350-101 WLCOR exam is the new dedicated Cisco Wireless Core launched March 19, 2026 (v1.0). It validates knowledge required to implement and operate Cisco wireless core technologies on the Catalyst 9800 controller and modern Wi-Fi 6/6E/7 access points. The official v1.0 blueprint covers RF Fundamentals, 802.11 Technology Fundamentals, Wireless Network Implementation, Wireless Network Operation, Client Connectivity Configuration, Wireless Monitoring and Management, and Automation and AI - including AI-RRM in Catalyst Center, Cisco Spaces, NETCONF/YANG, and Wi-Fi 7 features such as MLO, 4K-QAM, and 320 MHz channels.

Assessment

Approximately 90-110 multiple-choice, multi-select, drag-and-drop, simulation, and testlet items per Cisco; exact count varies by exam form.

Time Limit

120 minutes

Passing Score

Variable cut score (commonly cited ~825/1000); Cisco does not publish the exact passing percentage for 350-101.

Exam Fee

$400 USD (Cisco / Pearson VUE)

Cisco WLCOR 350-101 Exam Content Outline

15%

RF Fundamentals

RF propagation (reflection, refraction, diffraction, scattering, multipath), RF measurements (RSSI, transmit power, RX sensitivity, interference, noise, rogue AP, SNR), RF math (dBm/mW, FSPL, EIRP, link budget, Fresnel zone), and antenna characteristics (gain, beamwidth, polarization, dBi vs dBd).

10%

802.11 Technology Fundamentals

Wi-Fi governance (FCC, ETSI, IEEE 802.11, Wi-Fi Alliance), channel and power per regulatory domain (2.4/5/6 GHz UNII bands), 802.11 fundamentals: modulation up to 4K-QAM, channel widths up to 320 MHz, MIMO, MU-MIMO, MLO, OFDMA, BSS Coloring, preamble puncturing, BSS/ESS/IBSS/MBSS topologies, and management/control/data frame types.

10%

Wireless Network Implementation

Cisco wireless architectures (SD-Access Fabric, Mesh, Local centralized, Cloud-managed), physical infrastructure connections (PoE classes, mGig uplinks, antenna mounting), AP/WLC/dashboard management on Catalyst 9800-CL/L/40/80, and IOS-XE Wireless Tags (Policy, Site, RF) replacing AireOS AP groups.

20%

Wireless Network Operation

Initial WLC setup, AP discovery and join (DHCP option 43, DNS CISCO-CAPWAP-CONTROLLER, broadcast, OTAP, primed controllers), CAPWAP control on UDP 5246 and data on UDP 5247, AP modes (Local, FlexConnect, Bridge/Mesh, Sniffer, Sensor, Monitor, SE-Connect), WLAN access for clients, and policy through WLC, Catalyst Center, ISE, Cisco Spaces, and MDM.

20%

Client Connectivity Configuration

Auth mechanisms outside the controller (RADIUS, ISE, certificates, MDM), WLAN auth on the controller (WPA3-Personal SAE, WPA3-Enterprise, WPA3-Enterprise 192-bit Suite-B, OWE, iPSK, MAC filtering, Web Auth LWA/CWA), client connectivity tuning in Windows/macOS/iOS/Android/Linux, fast roaming (802.11r FT, OKC, PMK caching, 802.11k neighbor reports, 802.11v BTM, 802.11w MFP), and guest networking via anchor mobility.

15%

Wireless Monitoring and Management

Wireless network maintenance, client monitoring (show wireless client mac-address detail), troubleshooting client connectivity, Catalyst Center Assurance Client/Network 360, embedded packet capture (monitor capture), Cisco Spaces telemetry via Spaces Connector, ISE pxGrid integrations, and MDM/UEM compliance attributes via Intune/Jamf/Workspace ONE.

10%

Automation and AI

Python basics (requests, ncclient), NETCONF over SSH (TCP 830) with edit-config and commit, RESTCONF over HTTPS, YANG models (Cisco-IOS-XE-wireless-*), Catalyst Center Intent APIs, AI Network Analytics, and AI-Enhanced RRM (AI-RRM) requiring Catalyst Center cloud connectivity for ML-driven channel and power decisions.

How to Pass the Cisco WLCOR 350-101 Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Variable cut score (commonly cited ~825/1000); Cisco does not publish the exact passing percentage for 350-101.
  • Assessment: Approximately 90-110 multiple-choice, multi-select, drag-and-drop, simulation, and testlet items per Cisco; exact count varies by exam form.
  • Time limit: 120 minutes
  • Exam fee: $400 USD

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

Cisco WLCOR 350-101 Study Tips from Top Performers

1Spend the most time on Wireless Network Operation (20%) and Client Connectivity (20%) - drill Catalyst 9800 Tags (Policy, Site, RF), AP modes, FlexConnect ACLs, AAA Override, anchor mobility, and WPA3 modes until they are reflexive.
2Memorize RF math shortcuts: 0 dBm = 1 mW, +10 dB = 10x power, +3 dB = 2x power, doubling distance adds 6 dB FSPL, and 60% Fresnel zone clearance is the minimum for outdoor links.
3Build a small lab using Catalyst 9800-CL on EVE-NG or VMware so you can practice tag assignment, AP join behavior (DHCP option 43, DNS CISCO-CAPWAP-CONTROLLER), and embedded packet capture against real outputs.
4Master Wi-Fi 7 features: Multi-Link Operation (STR vs NSTR), 4K-QAM (~20% PHY gain over 1024-QAM), 320 MHz channels in 6 GHz, preamble puncturing, BSS Coloring, and AFC for outdoor Standard Power.
5Know the 6 GHz regulatory plan in the U.S. (UNII-5/6/7/8 are all unlicensed; only LPI indoor avoids AFC) and that 6 GHz mandates WPA3 + PMF Required - no WPA2-only on 6 GHz radios.
6Practice NETCONF/RESTCONF on the 9800 with ncclient and requests in Python, and learn the Cisco-IOS-XE-wireless-* YANG model family for WLAN, Tag, and AP profile configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Cisco WLCOR 350-101 exam?

WLCOR 350-101 (Implementing and Operating Cisco Wireless Core Technologies, v1.0) is the new dedicated Cisco wireless core exam launched March 19, 2026. It replaces the older ENCOR-based wireless track and is the core exam for CCNP Wireless. The exam validates skills on Catalyst 9800 controllers, Catalyst Center, Cisco Spaces, ISE-driven client policy, Wi-Fi 6/6E/7, and AI-RRM.

How many questions are on WLCOR 350-101 and how long is it?

WLCOR 350-101 is a 120-minute exam. Cisco does not publish a fixed question count, but the exam typically delivers around 90 to 110 questions across multiple-choice, multiple-select, drag-and-drop, simulation, and testlet items. Plan your pacing for under 75 seconds per item on average.

What is the passing score for WLCOR 350-101?

Cisco uses a variable scaled cut score and does not publish the exact passing percentage for 350-101. Most CCNP-level exams have historically scaled to roughly 825 out of 1000, but the actual passing line per form is set by Cisco psychometrics and is not disclosed. Aim for a consistent 85% or higher on quality practice questions before testing.

What does WLCOR 350-101 cost and who delivers it?

The 350-101 WLCOR exam costs US$400 plus applicable taxes. It is delivered by Pearson VUE either at a physical test center or through OnVUE online proctoring. You can register through the Cisco certification portal, which routes you to Pearson VUE for scheduling.

What domains are covered and how are they weighted?

The official WLCOR v1.0 blueprint defines seven domains: RF Fundamentals (15%), 802.11 Technology Fundamentals (10%), Wireless Network Implementation (10%), Wireless Network Operation (20%), Client Connectivity Configuration (20%), Wireless Monitoring and Management (15%), and Automation and AI (10%). The two largest domains are Wireless Network Operation and Client Connectivity Configuration.

Are there prerequisites for WLCOR 350-101?

Cisco does not enforce formal prerequisites for 350-101, but recommends solid CCNA-level networking knowledge plus hands-on wireless design and deployment experience. WLCOR is the core exam for CCNP Wireless, so most candidates pair it with a wireless concentration exam to earn the full CCNP Wireless certification.

How long is the certification valid?

Cisco professional certifications are valid for three years from the date you pass. You can recertify by passing any current CCNP concentration or core exam, the CCIE written or lab, or by combining Continuing Education credits earned through approved Cisco activities.