Diploma

75 Clock Hours

Overview

The objective of the Cisco Certified Network Associates Program is to prepare a student to obtain the skills necessary to obtain entry-level employment in deploying and administering Cisco networking hardware in the field.  The first part of this program teaches students how to apply that knowledge in the design and implementation of complex networks using Cisco networking hardware. Upon successful completion of the program and meeting all course requirements and financial obligations the student will be issued a diploma.

Program Description

Core objectives for this class are defined by the two certification examinations.  Graduates will demonstrate knowledge of network segmentation using different hardware devices and the advantages and disadvantages of each.  Graduates will demonstrate knowledge of logical network subdivision and its advantages and disadvantages.  Graduates will demonstrate the ability to distinguish the properties of different network addresses.  Graduates will demonstrate the ability to install and configure a Cisco router.  Graduates will demonstrate a basic command of the Cisco internetworking operating system.  Graduates will demonstrate an understanding and the ability to differentiate between the functions and capabilities of various protocols.  Graduates will demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot common internetworking issues.  Students successfully completing this program will have the knowledge and ability to perform the job of a wide area network support technician.

Note: In order to achieve CCNA Program Certification, all students must sit for and pass the following exams:

Exam 640-802: Cisco Certified Network Associate