Cisco CCNA for IT Supporters: Module 4 - Accessing the WAN

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It is expected that this module will run May 2011, dates to be confirmed. Please register your interest if you would like to attend. There is a fee to attend this course.

The Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) programme is open to University IT Supporters. It covers network technology, protocols and theory at deeper levels reflective of university practices.

You will learn the basics of routing, switching, and advanced technologies to acquire the skills required to provide a robust and secure network in your institution and it prepares you for CCNA certification.

We offer this program as instructor led with remote access to the curriculum and an online networks laboratory called NETLAB. There is a mix of lecture, demonstrations and a heavy emphasis on practical activities using live lab equipment and a simulation package. Further details and pricing information are available.

This is the fourth of four modules in the CCNA programme.

1. Networking Fundamentals 2. LAN Switching and Wireless 3. Routing Protocols and Concepts 4. Accessing the WAN

You should have attended both Module 1 Networking Fundamentals, Module 2 LAN Switching and Wireless and Module 3 Routing Protocols and Concepts and be prepared to self study for up to 3 - 4 hours per week depending on your previous knowledge or experience. Please see Your commitments for more details. You should also have access to a computer with Internet access for study purposes as all of the course materials for CCNA are online.

• Introduction to WANs
• PPP
• Frame Relay
• Network Security
• ACLs
• Teleworker Services
• IP Addressing Services
• Network Troubleshooting

Presentations, demonstrations and practicals. Further details on course structure

A combination of systems and software

• Weeks 1 – 8 Instructor led training
• Week 9 – Revision session
• Week 10 – Theory exam
• Week 11 – Practical exam
• Week 12 – Extra week if required for exam re-take

One half day session per week for 12 weeks:

• Weeks 1 – 8 Instructor led training
• Week 9 – Revision session
• Week 10 – Theory exam
• Week 11 – Practical exam
• Week 12 – Extra week if required for exam re-take