WAYNE COMMUNITY COLLEGE CISCO ACADEMY
CCNA Certification
The CCNA certification (Cisco Certified Network Associate) indicates a foundation in and apprentice knowledge of networking. CCNA certified professionals can install, configure, and operate LAN, WAN, and dial access services for small networks (100 nodes or fewer), including but not limited to use of these protocols: IP, IGRP, Serial, Frame Relay, IP RIP, VLANs
CCNA1 Networking Basics Competencies (NET-125)
Upon completion of CCNA1 students have an understanding of networking basics including:
- Basics of Ethernet technologies
- TCI/IP
- Network media
- IP addressing
- Routing
CCNA2 Routing and Routing Basics Competencies (NET-126)
Upon completion of CCNA2 students have an understanding of routers and routing including:
- Basics of configuring routers
- Routing protocols
- TCP/IP concepts
- Access lists
- Networking troubleshooting skills
CCNA3 Switching Basics and Intermediate Routing Competencies (NET-225)
Upon completion of CCNA3 students have an understanding of switching and intermediate routing including:
- Basics of OSPF
- Basics of EIGRP
- Switch configuration
- Spanning Tree Protocol
- VLANs
CCNA4 WAN Technologies Competencies (NET-226)
Upon completion of CCNA4 students have an understanding of WAN technology concepts including:
- ISDN
- Frame Relay
- PPP
- Emerging Technologies
Industry-Recognized Certifications
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) coursework prepares students for CCNA certification.
Summary
Network Administration and Support is a concentration under the curriculum title of Information Systems. This curriculum prepares students to install and support networks and develops strong analytical skills and extensive computer knowledge.
Course work includes extensive hands-on experience with networks. Classes cover media types, topologies, and protocols with installation and support of hardware and software, troubleshooting network and computer problems, and administrative responsibilities. Elective choices provide opportunity for specialization and individualization.
Graduates should qualify for positions such as: LAN/PC administrator, microcomputer support specialist, networks control operator, communications technician/analyst, network/computer consultant, and information systems specialist. Graduates should be prepared to sit for certification exams, which can result in industry-recognized credentials.
For more information visit the main networking page or contact:
Sharon Bull, Department Chair, 919-735-5151, ext. 272
Lou Carreras, Cisco Academy Instructor, 919-735-5151, ext. 244
