This program covers basic networking concepts implemented on Cisco routers. Students will be introduced to the Cisco Internetworking Operating System (IOS) and its command structure. TCP/IP addressing and implementation, including subnetting,will be covered thoroughly. Wide Area Networking (WAN) implementations including ISDN, frame relay, and serial point‐to‐point (including T1), will be emphasized. This is an advanced program providing the skills and knowledge necessary to pass the Cisco certification exam (one exam) necessary to become a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).

This instructor-led program with a combination of lecture and hands-on laboratory exercises validates the ability to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot medium-size route and switched networks, including implementation and verification of connections to remote sites in a WAN. CCNA curriculum includes basic mitigation of security threats, introduction to wireless networking concepts and terminology, and performance-based skills. This new curriculum also includes (but is not limited to) the use of these protocols: IP, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), Serial Line Interface Protocol Frame Relay, Routing Information Protocol Version 2 (RIPv2), VLANs, Ethernet, access control lists (ACLs).

Upon successful completion of all program requirements, each student will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.