Objective: Students work with the Cisco Internetworking Operating Systems including setup, configuration and design of Local Area Networks (LAN) and Wide Area Networks (WAN). The student will be able to program Cisco routers and switches; implement TCP/IP addressing, Access Control lists and VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks); and configure Distance Vector, Link State and Hybrid protocols. Our California Cisco training courses are completely up-to-date.

Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions as network administrators, network consultants, network engineers, network technicians or systems engineers.

Graduates are prepared for the following certifications:

• CompTIA A+ Technician
• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Linux+
• Microsoft certification at the product level (MCTS-Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist) in 4 areas:
  • Windows 7 Professional
  • Windows Server 2008 Server Administrator    
  • Windows 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration
  • Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration
• MCITP (Microsoft Certified IT Professional) Server Administrator: With completion of the three MCTS certifications, the student will have achieved the highly regarded MCITP Server Administrator certification.
  • Windows Server 2008 Server Administrator
  • Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration
  • Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration
• Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA)

Certifications are not required to be employed in the career field or to graduate from the program, but they are highly recommended. Exams may be taken at the on-campus Prometric/VUE Testing Center. Exam fees vary, ranging from $60 to $225.
 

Expected Educational Outcomes: Upon completing the Specialized Associate Degree in Information Technology – Cisco Concentration program, students will have demonstrated:

1. The ability to provide customer and user support for computer systems and networking products, including Microsoft Windows, Novell Netware, Cisco, Linux and cross platform connectivity
2. An understanding of Cisco Internetworking Operating Systems, including configuration and implementation of routers and switches
3. The ability to configure routers in a Local Area and Wide Area Network environment with firewall technologies
4. The critical thinking skills required to analyze network connectivity problems and make necessary judgments to troubleshoot hardware and software
5. The ability to design Local Area and Wide Area Networks from OSI Layer 1 to Layer 7
6. The ability to interact with users/customers in a professional, businesslike manner
7. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Open Office Suites
    

Program Length: 7 quarters
A Specialized (Occupational) Associate Degree will be awarded upon successful completion of all graduation requirements. Click here to view a course outline for the Cisco concentration.

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- Bob Hansen-Keys, MCSE, CCNA, Network Consultant