OCR Level 3 Networking For Network Technicians (CISCO CCNA) (I) (Mon & Tue 6-8.30) (Full Cost)

OCR Level 3 Networking For Network Technicians (CISCO CCNA) (I) (Mon & Tue 6-8.30) (Full Cost) AAA0105

Is it for me?
This course is especially suitable for those wishing to further their career or make a career in networking.

What do I need?
A+ Certification or IT Essentials I or II or equivalent professional experience. Access to the internet from home is essential.

What will I study?
The Cisco Networking Academy program consists of four units. The program is designed to teach students the skills needed to design build and maintain small to medium size networks. This provides them with the opportunity to enter the workforce and/or further their education and training in the computer-networking field. Students must complete one module before progressing to the next.

Network Fundamentals

• Identify and describe the functions of each of the seven layers of the OSI reference model
• Identify the functions of the TCP/IP network-layer protocols
• Identify and describe the transmission mediums, Physical Layer devices and their associated limitations
• Define and describe the functions of a MAC address
• Describe the techniques for IP address management
• Identify network and routing protocols
• Describe the functionality of internetworking devices
• Describe the functionality of network topologies
• Describe and apply the stages involved in network design and documentation

Routing Protocols and Concepts

• Identify elements of a router
• Demonstrate understanding of the techniques of how to configure a router
• Identify problems that each routing type encounters when dealing with topology changes, and describe techniques how to resolve them
• Describe the techniques for loading and backing up IOS software image
• Demonstrate understanding of routing and routing protocols
• Demonstrate understanding of the commands required to configure access lists on the route/

Switching

• Demonstrate understanding of implementing Variable Length Subnet Masking (VLSM)
• Demonstrate understanding of the commands required to configure and monitor intermediate routing protocols on the router
• Describe benefits and advantages of LAN segmentation using a range of network devices
• Describe full-duplex and half-duplex Ethernet operation
• Distinguish between cut-through and store-and-forward LAN switching
• Describe the benefits of virtual LANs
• Describe the operation of the Spanning Tree Protocol and its benefits
• Describe the operation of VLAN Trunking Protocol and its benefits

WAN Technologies

• Demonstrate understanding of scaling IP addresses
• Identify the differences between WAN services
• Demonstrate PPP operation to encapsulate WAN data on routers
• Demonstrate understanding and knowledge of Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) and Dial-on-Demand (DDR)
• Demonstrate understanding and knowledge of Frame Relay
• Demonstrate awareness of network management
• Demonstrate awareness of optical networking

Where will I study?
Baltic Campus

You'll be based at our fantastic £39million Baltic campus on the quayside. The campus has a prime location on Gateshead quayside, and state-of-the-art facilities including a Jacuzzi, gym and sauna, a 200 seat theatre, state-of-the-art classrooms, training kitchen and restaurant, refectory, bistro and vending areas.

How will I be assessed?
On program assessment is administered online though Cisco academy assessment server by multi choice tests as and a final online assessment. Students will also be assessed by practical assignment and in some cases a case study.

How will I be taught?
All our staff teaching on this programme has been trained through Ciscoes Network Academy CCAI Instructor program. Teaching will be a mixture of lectures, online curriculum self study and practical labs/worksheets.
All course materials are part of the Cisco Network Academy Curriculum.
Gateshead College has a dedicated networking lab with all the Cisco equipment needed to complete the CCNA.

What qualification will I get?
This program is accredited through the OCR iPRO Certificate for IT Practitioners (ICT Systems Support) at Level 3.
On completion of CCNA 2 and 4 students will qualify for a discounted voucher which can be redeemed against the professional certification INTRO and ICND respectively, which make up CCNA Certification. These exams are administered through Pearson VUE.

Can I go onto further study?
The Cisco Networking Academy Program provides the opportunity for two levels of certification, Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) and Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP), designed to meet employment standards for the networking industry. CCNA and CCNP certifications are part of the Cisco Careers Certification program.
Other levels of certification, including the industry renowned Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert (CCIE) are available through Ciscos corporate training program. F
/>You may also wish to progress to our Foundation Degree in ICT Systems Support.

What are the career opportunities?
IT Support Technician, Cable installation, Network administration and Router/Switch installation and configuration.

Does it include key skills?
Key skills are not offered as part of this course.

Financial Support
If you are aged 16-18 and study on a full-time, further education programme then your course is free. Find out more about finance for 16-18 year olds.
If you are over 18, and your course is not free, then grants and loans may be available to help towards course fees. You can find out more information on financial support by visiting our finance pages.

How do I apply?
You can drop in to our Baltic Campus to complete an application form.

An interview is required for this course.