Wireshark & Wireless Packet Analysis : Hands-On Intensive
Course Duration
5 Days
Audience
Employees of federal, state and local governments; and businesses working with the government.
Prerequisites
Comfort with the Linux command line Foundational knowledge of TCP/IP networking Basic familiarity with the OSI model
Course Description
This hands-on, lab-driven course takes you from foundational packet capture to advanced wireless network forensics using Wireshark and a powerful ecosystem of companion tools. Through 30+ guided exercises performed on real hardware, students build practical skills in traffic analysis, 802.11 wireless security, credential discovery, attack pattern recognition, and custom tooling . skills that translate directly to real-world network defense and investigation work. Every concept is reinforced with immediate, practical application. Students work with live wireless traffic, real router hardware, and industry-standard tools in a purpose-built lab environment . not simulations.
Learning Objectives
- Capture, filter, and analyze both wired and wireless network traffic with precision
- Operate wireless interfaces in monitor mode for full-spectrum 802.11 frame capture
- Recognize attack signatures and anomalous traffic patterns in live and recorded captures
- Extract actionable intelligence from complex, multi-source capture files
- Map wireless network architectures and device relationships from traffic alone
- Build custom analysis workflows using Python, Scapy, and command-line capture tools
- Perform remote, distributed packet capture across networked systems
- Deploy analysis environments using modern containerization techniques
- Assess the security of captured authentication exchanges and wireless handshakes
Course Outline
Module 1 — Environment & Foundations
Module 2 — Wireshark Configuration & Profiles
Module 3 — Capture & Display Filtering
Module 4 — Wireless Mode Operations
Module 5 — Traffic Visualization & Geolocation
Module 6 — Packet Analysis & Pattern Recognition
Module 7 — Wireless Architecture Discovery
Module 8 — Credential & Authentication Analysis
Module 9 — Command-Line Capture Tools
Module 10 — Custom Tooling with Python & Scapy
Module 11 — Remote & Distributed Capture
Module 12 — Containerized Deployments
Module 13 — Wireless Security Assessment
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Wireshark & Wireless Packet Analysis. Hands-On Intensive course cover?
This course covers Network traffic analysis and packet inspection with Wireshark. IT Dojo delivers it as live instructor-led training with an emphasis on practical skills for government and DoD professionals.
How long is IT Dojo's Wireshark & Wireless Packet Analysis. Hands-On Intensive training?
IT Dojo's Wireshark & Wireless Packet Analysis. Hands-On Intensive training is 5 Days. It is available as live remote online instruction or on-site at your facility. All sessions are instructor-led with small class sizes to ensure individual attention.
Is this course available as live remote online training?
Yes. IT Dojo offers Wireshark & Wireless Packet Analysis. Hands-On Intensive as live remote online training. A certified instructor leads the session in real time. Students interact via chat or microphone. Classes are kept small (typically no more than 16 students) to ensure engagement. On-site delivery at your government facility or contractor location is also available.
What prerequisites are recommended before this course?
Comfort with the Linux command line Foundational knowledge of TCP/IP networking Basic familiarity with the OSI model.
Does IT Dojo offer this training on-site at government or DoD facilities?
Yes. IT Dojo delivers Wireshark & Wireless Packet Analysis. Hands-On Intensive on-site at government agencies, DoD commands, military installations, and contractor facilities. On-site training is ideal for teams of four or more and can be customized to your organization's specific environment and mission requirements. Contact IT Dojo to schedule.
How do I register for this course?
IT Dojo training is employer sponsored. Your organization registers and pays for seats. To schedule Wireshark & Wireless Packet Analysis. Hands-On Intensive for your team, contact IT Dojo via the Request Training form or call 757-216-3656. IT Dojo will work with your contracting officer, training coordinator, or program office to set up the course.