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Overview
The Cisco version five routing and switching curriculum provides you with an integrated and comprehensive coverage of networking topics, from fundamentals to advanced applications and services. This course also gives you opportunities for hands-on practical experience and soft skills development. This course is intended to be a mix of class contact and distance/blended learning. All materials are available online.
Minimum entry requirements
Students should have a basic understanding of computer hardware, networking and Windows as an operating system. This course would suit someone with experience working in the IT Industry, or a strong interest in the field.
What you study
Semester 1 - Introduction to Networks
- Architecture.
- Structure.
- Functions.
- Network Components.
- Models of the Internet.
- Computer Networks.
- Principles of IP Addressing.
- Fundamentals of Ethernet Concepts, Media and Operations.
- Building Simple LANs.
- Performing Basic Configurations for Routers and Switches.
- Implementing IP Addressing Schemes.
Students will be prepared to take the Cisco CCENT certification exam after successfully completing both of the following courses:
- Introduction to Networks.
- Routing and Switching Essentials.
After the course
You’ll be able to apply for entry level network support roles.
Continuing Study
Students can go on to complete the CCENT1 vendor certification. Further courses may include Cisco semesters 3 and 4 to complete the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or to continue with a Cisco specialism such as VoIP, security, ISP’s, etc.