CISCO NETWORKING ACADEMY

The IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software curriculum v4.0 provides an introduction to the computer hardware and software skills needed to help meet the growing demand for entry-level information and communication technology (ICT) professionals. The curriculum covers the fundamentals of PC technology, networking, and security, and also provides an introduction to advanced concepts.
Students who complete this course will be able to describe the internal components of a computer, assemble a computer system, install an operating system, and troubleshoot using system tools and diagnostic software. Hands-on labs and Virtual Laptop and Virtual Desktop learning tools help students develop critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills. Cisco Packet Tracer simulation-based learning activities promote the exploration of network and networking security concepts and allow students to experiment with network behavior.
PC Hardware and Software is a hands-on, career-oriented e-learning solution with an emphasis on practical experience to help students develop fundamental computer skills, along with essential career skills. The curriculum helps students prepare for entry-level ICT career opportunities and the CompTIA A+ certification, which helps students differentiate themselves in the marketplace to advance their careers. In addition, the course provides a learning pathway to the CCNA Discovery and CCNA Exploration curricula.

"The Cisco Routing & switching curriculum provides a comprehensive overview of networking; from fundamentals to advanced applications and services. It is based on a top-down approach to networking that is popular in many colleges and universities. This course emphasizes theoretical concepts and practical application, while providing opportunities for students to gain the skills and hands-on experience needed to design, install, operate, and maintain networks in small-to-medium businesses, as well as enterprise and service provider environments.
Routing & switching offers in-depth theory, challenging labs, and a detailed overview of protocol operations. It is designed for students with advanced problem-solving and analytical skills, such as degree candidates in engineering, math, or science, or for working professionals who would like to advance their careers or gain certification. CCNA Exploration was designed to be integrated into technology curricula or continuing education programs at postsecondary institutions such as technical schools, colleges, and universities." - Cisco

The Routing & switching curriculum consists of four courses:

Network Fundamentals (Exploration 1)

Routing Protocols and Concepts (Exploration 2)

LAN Switching and Wireless (Exploration 3)

Accessing the WAN (Exploration 4)

Routing & switching Course Outline

Chapter	Network Fundamentals	Routing Protocols	LAN Switching	Accessing the WAN
		and Concepts	and Wireless
1	Living in a Network Center World	Introduction to Routing and Packet Forwarding	LAN Design	Services in a Converged WAN
2	Communicating over the Network	Static Routing	Configure a Switch	PPP
3	Application layer functionality and Protocols	Introduction to Dynamic Routing Protocols	VLANs	Frame Relay
4	OSI Transport Layer	Distance Vector Routing Protocols	Implement VTP	Network Security
5	OSI Network Layer	RIP version 1	Implementing Spanning Tree Protocols	Access Control Lists (ACLs)
6	Addressing the Network-IPv4	VLSM and CIDR	Implementing Inter-VLAN Routing	Providing Teleworker Services
7	Data Link Layer	RIPv2	Configuring a Wireless Router	Implementing IP Addressing Services
8	OSI Physical Layer	The Routing Table: A Closer Look		Troubleshooting Networks
9	Ethernet	EIGRP
10	Planning and Cabling Networks	Link-State Routing Protocols
11	Configuring and Testing your Network	OSPF

Subnetting:

A short IP subnetting tutorial. Subnetting is explained with examples. Post assessment exercises after the course gives you hands on practice.By the end of this subnetting course, you should be able to:

Define subnet and subnet masks

Understand IP subnetting maths

Calculate Network address

Define private address

Subnet an IP network in a given scenario

Industry Standard Certification

The Routing & switching curriculum pre¬pares students for the Cisco CCNA® network associate certification exam. CCNA is the industry standard, foundational certification for networking careers. Students need to complete all four courses of Routing & switching to fully prepare for the CCNA exam.

The Cisco CCNA Security curriculum provides a next step for individuals who want to enhance their CCNA-level skill set and help meet the growing demand for network security professionals. The curriculum provides an introduction to the core security concepts and skills needed for the installation, troubleshooting, and monitoring of network devices to maintain the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data and devices. CCNA Security helps prepare students for entry-level security career opportunities and the globally recognized Cisco CCNA Security certification.
This course is a hands-on, career-oriented e-learning solution with an emphasis on practical experience to help students develop specialized security skills, along with critical thinking and complex problem solving skills. CCNA Security is a blended curriculum with both online and classroom learning. Students who enroll in CCNA Security are expected to have CCNA-level networking concepts knowledge and skills, along with basic PC and Internet navigation skills.
While there are no required course prerequisites, students are encouraged to complete the CCNA Discovery or CCNA Exploration curricula to acquire the fundamental CCNA-level routing and switching skills needed for success in this course. CCNA Security provides a next step for CCNA Discovery or CCNA Exploration students who want to expand their CCNA-level skill set to prepare for a career in network security.

The Cisco CCNP curriculum is designed for students seeking career oriented, enterprise-level networking skills. CCNP helps students develop the skills needed to succeed in ICT-related degree and diploma programs and prepare for the Cisco CCNP certification. It provides a theoretically rich, hands-on learning experience covering advanced routing, switching, and troubleshooting skills. CCNP provides a next step for CCNA Discovery or CCNA Exploration students who want to build on their CCNA-level skill set to further a career in computer networking.
CCNP equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to plan, implement, secure, maintain, and troubleshoot converged enterprise networks. The CCNP curriculum was designed to reflect the job skills and responsibilities that are associated with professional-level job roles such as network engineer, systems engineer, network support engineer, network administrator, network consultant , and system integrator.
The CCNP curriculum consists of three courses: CCNP ROUTE: Implementing IP Routing, CCNP SWITCH: Implementing IP Switching, and CCNP TSHOOT: Maintaining and Troubleshooting IP Networks.

The Cisco Packet Tracer e-learning software was developed to help Networking Academy students gain practical networking technology skills in a rapidly changing environment.
Packet Tracer is a powerful network simulation program that allows students to experiment with network behavior and ask “what if” questions. As an integral part of the Networking Academy comprehensive learning experience, Packet Tracer provides simulation, visualization, authoring, assessment, and collaboration capabilities and facilitates the teaching and learning of complex technology concepts.
Packet Tracer supplements physical equipment in the classroom by allowing students to create a network with an almost unlimited number of devices, encouraging practice, discovery, and troubleshooting. The simulation-based learning environment helps students develop 21st century skills such as decision making, creative and critical thinking, and problem solving.
Packet Tracer complements the Networking Academy curricula, allowing instructors to easily teach and demonstrate complex technical concepts and networking systems design. The software is available free of charge to all Networking Academy instructors, students, and alumni.