Advanced University Certificate in Computer Networks (CISCO)

Advanced University Certificate in Computer Networks (CISCO)

Course ID:
PC86509

Academy:
Manufacturing Technology

Introduction:
This introductory Higher Education course is designed to address the needs of people wishing to gain employment in the IT industry, or those already employed in the IT industry who would like to improve their skills. It reflects the needs of employers, as the material covered is based on learning materials supplied by CISCO (the largest network and Internet hardware company in the world).

The Internet runs on technologies which ensure that the millions of e-mails and web pages which are sent every day get to their correct destination as quickly as possible. This course aims to equip you with the skills and knowledge required to install, troubleshoot and design networks based on these new technologies. It covers a range of equipment, from the networks found in small offices through to the hardware which holds the Internet together.

Study Mode & Location:
This part-time course consists of four modules. They are delivered in sequence (starting in September) at the rate of one module per semester (ie every 15 weeks). If there is sufficient demand, we may also operate a January intake. The course will be held at Preston College, Fulwood Campus, St Vincent`s Road, Preston, PR2 8UR.

Course Content:
There are four modules on this course, each designed to cover a specific range of hardware and networking technologies. The modules are:

• Network Fundamentals (CO1558). This covers the basic networking hardware, describing the protocols used on Local Area Networks (LANs) and the Internet.li>
• Router & Routing Basics (CO1556). Routers are the devices which deliver your email and web-pages over the Internet. CISCO are the world leaders in this type of hardware - this module is all about how these devices operate, the protocols they use and how they are configured. This is the second module in the CISCO stream.
• Switching Basics (CO2561). Data signals have to be directed to the correct computer on the correct network. This module focuses on the techniques for doing this, including advanced IP addressing techniques, intermediate routing protocols, command-line interface configuration of switches, Ethernet switching and Virtual LANs.
• WAN Technologies (CO2562). This focuses on the more recent advances in Internet Technologies, such as advanced IP addressing techniques, WAN Technology and terminology, PPP, ISDN, DDR, Frame Relay and network management. It also includes an introduction to optical networking.

Please Note: The entrance fee for the vendor qualification examination is not included in the University course fees.

Assessment:
The course requires you to complete the following for each module: two assignments, one is a time constrained practical,and the other is a case study that is designed to imitate a real situation.

Careers & Progression Opportunities:
This programme has been developed to meet the needs of students that are looking to advance their career opportunities. Upon successful completion of the course you will have gained the necessary theoretical and practical knowledge/understanding required to be able to take the CISCO CCNA exam. This course can also be used to claim exemption from equivalent modules on other awards, for example, the Foundation Degree in Computer Technology (a 12 module course).

How To Apply

Full-time Students
You will need to complete a UCAS application form. The majority of applicatioYou will need to include the following information on your application form:

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  Institution code name:
  CLANC
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  Institution code:
  C30
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  Campus code:
  P

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Help, Advice & Further Information
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Opening Hours:

Mon-Thur 9am-7:30pm (9am-5pm during College holidays)
Fri 9:30am-4.30pm

The information contained in this leaflet was correct at the time of production. Preston College however, reserves the right to alter or amend the details contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers.

Requirement
Potential students must be aged 19 or over and have an interest in this area of technology plus one of the following: one technical A Level 6 units from a GNVQ equivalent qualifications/previous experience/previous life skills. Applications from individuals with non-standard qualifications, relevant work or life experience who can demonstrate the ability to cope with and benefit from higher level studies, are welcome to apply and will be considered on a case by case basis.