Cisco CCNA Preparation Certificate

Program Description

This program prepares students to take Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) examination. This certification validates a students’ ability to design, configure, troubleshoot and maintain Local Area Network (LANs), Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) and Wide Area Networks (WAN). All courses within the program can be used as part of the Cybersecurity A.A.S. degree, and the Information Technology A.A.S. degree.

Program Outcomes

Graduates of the Cisco CCNA Preparation Certificate will be able to:

• Apply fundamental information technology concepts in order to manage files and effectively use a variety of information technology tools.
• Design secure Local Area Networks (LAN) and/or Wide Area Networks (WAN).
• Configure and troubleshoot secure Local Area Networks and Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN) using routers, switches and Wireless Access Points.
• Configure and troubleshoot secure enterprise networks using current Wide Area Network (WAN) technologies and other enterprise technologies.
• Implement secure network protocols for communication on LANs, WLANs and/or WANs.

Sequence of Study - Cisco CCNA Preparation Certificate

Below are the required courses for your program arranged in a suggested sequence. Please note that the sequence does not include developmental coursework. See Academic Preparation  for the developmental course sequence if applicable to you.

Required Courses (in expected order)

• INT-1010 Introduction to Information Technology Credits: 3 (Program Requirement)

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• INT-1550 Introduction to Networks- Network Plus Prep Credits: 3 (Program Elective) or
• INT-1450 CCNA I - Introduction to Networking Credits: 4 (Program Elective)

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• INT-2450 CCNA II: Switching, Routing & Wireless Essentials Credits: 3 (Program Requirement)
• INT-2460 CCNA III: Enterprise Networks, Security & Automation Credits: 3 (Program Requirement)

Program Total: 12-13 Credits