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Cisco Networking Academy Program

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Networking and the Internet

WORK

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PLAY

LEARN



Cisco Systems – Worldwide Leader in Networking for the Internet

CORE TECHNOLOGIES ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES

SWITCHING

SOFTWAREAND SERVICES

ROUTING

WIRELESS

STORAGENETWORKING

IP TELEPHONY

NETWORK SECURITY

OPTICAL

NETWORKEDHOME



History of Cisco Systems

Started at Stanford

IPO; 192 Employees

End-to-End Solutions Provider

Cisco Routers Power the Internet; LAN/WAN Switching, Remote Access

#1 Communications Equipment Supplier

Shipped First Router

$18.9 Billion Revenue; 34,000 Employees; IP Telephony, Security, Wireless, Networked Home

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Cisco’s20th Anniversary

New Cisco CRS-1 Carrier Routing System

20042004



Cisco Networking Academy Program

• The Cisco Networking Academy is a dynamic educational program that teaches students relevant technology skills

• This increases students’ competitiveness in the global marketplace and opens doors to different employment opportunities



History of Cisco Networking Academy Program

• Created as a solution for schools installing networks in the US

• Problem: Schools lacked financial and human resources to manage networks

• Solution: Cisco develops curriculum to train teachers, staff, and students to wire and maintain networks in their schools

• Academy program launched August 1997 in the United States with 64 Academies in 7 states

Globally in 1998 – Argentina, Australia, Canada, and UK/Ireland

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Cisco Networking Academy Program: Impact Since 1997

INSTRUCTORS WORLDWIDE

30,000 +

LANGUAGES

9

STUDENTS WORLDWIDE

1.6 Million +

COUNTRIES WORLDWIDE

150 +

ACADEMIES WORLDWIDE

10,000 +

TOTAL EXAMS TAKEN

40 Million +



Improving Student Learning

• Comprehensive eLearning IT program

Hands-on training

Online curriculum

Instructor-led learning

Built-in state-of-the-art assessment

Learning model combines curriculum, assessment, and instruction to improve student learning



Academy Connection – Your Entry Point to the Cisco Networking Academy Program

• Online curriculum and assessment

• Academy headlines

• Forums and chat area

• Alumni Connection

• Professional development

• Academy Marketplace

• Membership directory

• Multiple teaching and learning tools



• CCNA—Networking Basics• CCNP—Advanced Networking• Fundamentals of Wireless LANs• Network Security• Fundamentals of Java Programming• Fundamentals of UNIX• IP Telephony (coming soon)

• Panduit Network Infrastructure Essentials

• HP IT Essentials I: PC Hardware and Software• HP IT Essentials II: Network Operating Systems

High Quality Curriculum



Many Pathways and Exit PointsCAREERS

UNIVERSITY

COLLEGE

HIGH SCHOOL

Network Installer

Basic IT Support

System Admin

Small and Medium

Business Networking

Enterprise Networking

FUNDAMENTALS COURSES

ITE1 - HPITE2 - HP

PNIE - Panduit

CCNABasics

RoutingSwitching

WAN

CCNPAdvanced Routing

Remote AccessMultilayerSwitching

Trouble Shooting

Security

Wireless

IP Tel



Technical Support Professionals

Network Design and Administration

Potential Career Paths

Programming and Software Engineering

Foundation for Most Careers in the Information Economy

Telecommunications Industry

• Network Administrator• Network Engineer• System Administrator• Network Analyst• Internet Network Specialist

• PC Support Specialist• Help Desk Technician• Network Technician• Hardware Installation Coordinator• Software Applications Support

• Visual Programmer• Programmer/Analyst• Software Applications Analyst• Quality Assurance Analyst• Technical Writer

• Cabling Installation Technician• Telecommunications Technician• Cabling Installation Coordinator



The Value of Certifications

• Academy curricula prepare you for certifications which…

Are recognized throughout the industry and around the world

Validate the knowledge and skills you acquired in the Academy program

Increase your competitiveness in the workplace

Demonstrate that you have the most current information within a topic



Curriculum and Certification Mapping

Curriculum CertificationCCNA 1-4 CCNA

CCNP 1-4 CCNP

Fundamentals of Wireless LANsCisco Wireless LAN Support Specialist

Network Security Cisco Firewall Specialist

HP IT Essentials I CompTIA A+

HP IT Essentials II CompTIA Linux+ (when combined UNIX curriculum)

Panduit Network Infrastructure Essentials

Panduit Authorized Installer (PAI)

Fundamentals of JavaSun Certified Programmer for Java™ 2 Platform

Fundamentals of UNIX CompTIA Linux+(when combined HP IT Essentials II)



The Alumni Program

• Cisco’s commitment to supporting the career development goals of students in the classroom and beyond

• A network of tools and resources to make graduates successful in their careers

• Access to a growing list of benefits and services that extend beyond the classroom

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Stay Connected Through the Alumni Connection

• Continued curriculum access

• Career resource tools for job placement

• Continuous learning opportunities

• Discounts on products and services

• Access to certification updates and practice exams

• Community discussion forums, both global and local

• Opportunity to network with other alumni around the world

• Learn more - visit www.cisco.com/edu/register



Cisco Networking Academy Program – Benefits for Students

• Pathway to an IT career or continued education

• Leading-edge learning

• Rich IT curricula developed by industry leaders

• Preparation for industry standard certification

• Alumni Connection

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How Far Will IT Skills Take You?

Anywherethere’s a

network

Welcome to theCisco Networking Academy Program

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Quality Support for Instructors

• Cisco Certified Academy Instructor (CCAI) program

• Technical and pedagogical training

• Rapid dissemination of best practices

• Assessment data and real-time feedback

• 24x7 helpdesk support via phone, email, and Instant Messenger

• Online knowledgebase available in English, Spanish and Portuguese

• Community discussion boards for instructors and administrators

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Core Aspects of Academy Assessment

• Comprehensive system of online quizzes, module exams, final exams, and practice exams provide both learner feedback and program effectiveness data

• Use of multiple choice as well as drag-and-drop formats

Simulation based exams with detailed performance feedback in some courses

• End-to-end data management supports instructors with automated scoring and grade book integration

• Extensive design process ensures linkages to curriculum and input from instructors in the field

• Tight connection of curriculum exams with Cisco certification exams



Curriculum and Certification Mapping

Curriculum CertificationCCNA 1-4 CCNA

CCNP 1-4 CCNP

Network Security Cisco Firewall Specialist

Fundamentals of Wireless LANsCisco Wireless LAN Support Specialist

HP IT Essentials I CompTIA A+

HP IT Essentials II CompTIA Linux+ (when combined UNIX curriculum)


Panduit Authorized Installer (PAI)

Fundamentals of JavaSun Certified Programmer for Java™ 2 Platform

Fundamentals of UNIX CompTIA Linux+(when combined HP IT Essentials II)



CCNA CurriculumCisco Certified Network Associate

• CCNA® 1: Networking Basics

• CCNA 2: Router and Routing Basics

• CCNA 3: Switching Basics and Intermediate Routing

• CCNA 4: WAN Technologies

• Certification: CCNA

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CCNP CurriculumCisco Certified Network Professional

• CCNP® 1: Advanced Routing

• CCNP 2: Remote Access

• CCNP 3: Multilayer Switching

• CCNP 4: Network Troubleshooting

• Certification: CCNP



Network Security

• Introduction to network security and overall security processes

• Covers two CQS firewall exams

Securing Cisco IOS® networks (SECUR)

Cisco Secure PIX® Firewall Advanced (CSPFA)

• Suggested prerequisite: Completion of CCNA 4 or CCNA certification

• Certification: Cisco Firewall Specialist



Fundamentals of Wireless LANs

• Introduction to Wireless LANs and technology

• Aligned with Cisco Wireless LAN Support Specialist certification

• Suggested prerequisite

Completion of CCNA 2, or

CCNA certification

• Certification: Cisco Wireless LAN Support Specialist



HP IT Essentials I:PC Hardware and Software

• Sponsored by Hewlett-Packard

• An excellent introduction to information technology

• This course provides an in-depth exposure to personal computer hardware, and desktop operating systems

• Certification: CompTIA A+



HP IT Essentials II: Network Operating Systems

• Sponsored by Hewlett-Packard

• Intensive introduction to multiuser, multitasking networking operating systems

• Hands-on, lab-oriented course overviews the characteristics of Linux and Windows operating systems

• OS installation, management of accounts and files, network services, and back up procedures

• Certification: CompTIA Linux+ (when combined with UNIX course)




• Sponsored by Panduit Corporation

• Covers installation practices of copper, coax, and fiber to understanding the need for proper physical infrastructure management in wireless and IP telephony configurations

• The most relevant content and hands-on skills necessary in today’s network infrastructure job market

• Panduit Authorized Installer certification is a global certification for structured cabling expertise

• Certification: Panduit Authorized Installer (PAI)



Fundamentals of Java

• Introduction to Java™ language's object oriented technologies to solve business problems

• Students will learn how to create classes, objects, and applications using the language

• Topics also include the language fundamentals, the Java language API (application programming interface)

• Certification: Sun Certified Programmer for Java 2 Platform



Fundamentals of UNIX

• Introduction to the basics of the UNIX operating system

• Teaches students how to use the UNIX operating system including the CDE, GNOME, and KDE graphical user interfaces (GUI)

• Provides an overview of the Sun Solaris and Linux versions of the UNIX operating system

• Certification: CompTIA Linux+ (when combined HP IT Essentials II)

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