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Networking and the Internet
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LEARN
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Cisco Systems – Worldwide Leader
in Networking for the Internet
CORE TECHNOLOGIES
ROUTING
SWITCHING
SOFTWARE
AND SERVICES
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ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES
STORAGE
NETWORKING
NETWORK
SECURITY
NETWORKED
HOME
WIRELESS
IP TELEPHONY
OPTICAL
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History of Cisco Systems
Started at
Stanford
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IPO; 192
Employees
End-to-End
Solutions
Provider
$18.9 Billion
Revenue;
34,000 Employees;
IP Telephony,
Security, Wireless,
Networked Home
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1998
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Shipped First
Router
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Cisco Routers
Power the
Internet;
LAN/WAN
Switching,
Remote Access
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#1 Communications Cisco’s
Equipment Supplier 20th Anniversary
New Cisco CRS-1
Carrier Routing
System
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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
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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
COUNTRIES WORLDWIDE
150 +
STUDENTS WORLDWIDE
INSTRUCTORS WORLDWIDE
30,000 +
TOTAL EXAMS TAKEN
1.6 Million +
40 Million +
ACADEMIES WORLDWIDE
LANGUAGES
10,000 +
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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
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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
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High Quality Curriculum
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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
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Many Pathways and Exit Points
CAREERS
UNIVERSITY
Security
CCNP
IP Tel
Advanced Routing
Remote Access
Multilayer
Switching
Trouble Shooting
CCNA
Basics
Routing
Switching
WAN
COLLEGE
FUNDAMENTALS
COURSES
ITE1 - HP
ITE2 - HP
PNIE - Panduit
HIGH
SCHOOL
Enterprise
Networking
Wireless
Small and
Medium
Business
Networking
Network
Installer
Basic IT
Support
System
Admin
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Potential Career Paths
Network Design and
Administration
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Network Administrator
Network Engineer
System Administrator
Network Analyst
Internet Network Specialist
Technical Support
Professionals
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Telecommunications Industry
• Cabling Installation Technician
• Telecommunications Technician
• Cabling Installation Coordinator
Foundation
for Most Careers in
the Information
Economy
PC Support Specialist
Help Desk Technician
Network Technician
Hardware Installation Coordinator
Software Applications Support
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Programming and
Software Engineering
Visual Programmer
Programmer/Analyst
Software Applications Analyst
Quality Assurance Analyst
Technical Writer
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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
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Curriculum and Certification Mapping
Curriculum
Certification
CCNA 1-4
CCNA
CCNP 1-4
CCNP
Fundamentals of Wireless LANs
Cisco Wireless LAN Support
Specialist
Network Security
Cisco Firewall Specialist
HP IT Essentials I
CompTIA A+
HP IT Essentials II
CompTIA Linux+
Panduit Network Infrastructure
Essentials
Panduit Authorized Installer (PAI)
Fundamentals of Java
Fundamentals of UNIX
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(when combined UNIX curriculum)
Sun Certified Programmer for
Java™ 2 Platform
CompTIA Linux+
(when combined HP IT Essentials II)
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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
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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?
Anywhere
there’s a
network
Welcome to the
Cisco
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
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Curriculum and Certification Mapping
Curriculum
Certification
CCNA 1-4
CCNA
CCNP 1-4
CCNP
Network Security
Cisco Firewall Specialist
Fundamentals of Wireless LANs
Cisco Wireless LAN Support
Specialist
HP IT Essentials I
CompTIA A+
HP IT Essentials II
CompTIA Linux+
Panduit Network Infrastructure
Essentials
Panduit Authorized Installer (PAI)
Fundamentals of Java
Fundamentals of UNIX
Changing the way we learn
(when combined UNIX curriculum)
Sun Certified Programmer for
Java™ 2 Platform
CompTIA Linux+
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CCNA Curriculum
Cisco 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 Curriculum
Cisco Certified Network Professional
• CCNP® 1: Advanced Routing
• CCNP 2: Remote Access
• CCNP 3: Multilayer Switching
• CCNP 4: Network
Troubleshooting
• Certification: CCNP
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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
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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
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HP IT Essentials I:
PC Hardware and Software
• Sponsored by
Hewlett-Packard
• An excellent introduction
to information technology
• This course provides an indepth exposure to personal
computer hardware, and
desktop operating systems
• Certification: CompTIA A+
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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)
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Panduit Network Infrastructure Essentials
• 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)
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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
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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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