The Cisco® CCNA certification is an internationally recognized indicator of the networking skill-set that an individual possesses and is one of the most sought after certifications in the IT industry. This certification can be thought of as the "foundation" level of network certification and is a prerequisite for Cisco's® Professional and Expert level certifications. Individuals who have earned this certificate have demonstrated that they have a sound knowledge of networking fundamentals and have proven that they 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, RIP, Ethernet, Access Lists. This no-credit class covers the theory behind networking models for local and wide area networks, and is complemented with a series of hands-on exercises and tools that will exemplify real-world conditions. This class is not sponsored or endorsed by Cisco®, however, it covers concepts that are necessary to obtain the experience and knowledge essential for the CCNA certification.

Introduction to Networking Concepts Networking Models TCP/IP & OSI Layer 1: LANs Layer 2: LAN/WAN Basics Layer ¾: IP TCP UDP Basics Introduction to Cisco IOS Lab 1: Router/ Switch setup: the first steps LANs in detail LAN Configuration VLANs Trunking Lab 2: Switching, VLANs and ISL IP Subnetting Router Configuration Interface configuration Link troubleshooting Network Discovery Remote management Lab 3: Enabling a router in your network IP Routing Distance Vector Protocols Lab 4: Routing with RIP & IGRP Link State Protocols Hybrid Protocols Lab 5: Routing with OSPF and EIGRP WAN Technologies Leased Line ISDN Lab 6: ISDN DDR Frame Relay Lab 7: Interfacing with a FR WAN Security and Access Links Lab 8: Controlling Network Reachability with ALs

Assist students in their preparation for a popular and respected Industry certification (CISCO), by providing hands-on experience using the most common networking scenarios and an instructor led study plan.

PC skills (Internet explorer, file manipulation, software installation, basic DOS commands, recycle bin, email and attachments, ftp and file download), and basic college-level math.

Windows 98/ME/NT/2000/XP, CD ROM, 30MB Free Space, 64MB RAM, 800 x 600 Screen Resolution, active Internet connection, active e-mail account.