Program Overview

Thanks to new technologies, networks are becoming more intelligent, programmable and software-driven. Networking Academy courses support this evolution and expose learners to new concepts and hands-on experiences. Best of all, courses are tied to CCNA certifications—among the most in-demand in the industry, according to IDC. Get started by choosing a course today.

The Cisco Networking Academy™ Program is a comprehensive e-learning program that provides students with the Internet technology skills essential in a global economy. The Networking Academy Program delivers Web-based content, online assessment, student performance tracking, hands-on labs, instructor training and support, and preparation for industry-standard certifications.

Combining instructor-led, online education with hands-on laboratory exercises, the curriculum for the Cisco Certification Training in CCNA Skills Certificate enables students to apply what they learn in class while working on actual networks.

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) is a major step in the Cisco career certification pathway. The Cisco Networking Academy teaches the fundamentals of inter-network design, optimization, and security. That is, how to get separated computers and networks to communicate appropriately with one another. Students also learn the basics of router and switch configuration. Networking could be a good fit for you if you enjoy a mix of detailed planning, implementation and business-related matters.

CS Cisco CCNA Cert Certificate

The Computer Studies: Cisco Networking Certification Training in CCNA Skills Certificate is a comprehensive e-learning program, which provides students with the Internet technology skills essential in a global economy. The program delivers Web-based content, online assessment, student performance tracking, hands-on labs, instructor training and support, and preparation for industry-standard certifications. Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), a 280-hour curriculum, is the first step in a Cisco career certification path. Particular emphasis is given to using decision-making and problem-solving techniques in the application of science, mathematics, communication and social studies concepts to solve networking problems. Students will learn how to install and configure Cisco switches and routers in multiprotocol networks using local- and wide-area networks (LANs and WANs), provide Level 1 troubleshooting service, and improve network performance and security.

Network Administrators, consultants and help desk support personal, benefit from this series of classes. These jobs are proving to be more immune to overseas outsourcing than other IT professions and demand for proficient workers is fairly constant. Some students may complete these courses as a way to prepare for the CCNA exam, while others will enroll as an avenue for advancement in their current jobs.

See the Cisco Network Academy website for additional information about the types of courses taught at the SRJC Cisco Networking Academy.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, the student will be able to:

1. Plan, design and install Ethernet Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Networks at the entry-level-technician.
2. Analyze and improve computer network performance and security on routers and switches.
3. Operate and troubleshoot Ethernet TCP/IP Networks at the entry-level-technician.
4. Demonstrate end-to-end protocol connectivity across a variety of Wide Area Network (WAN) and Local Area Network (LAN) protocol.

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