About
Cisco Networking Academy Programs
The Cisco Networking Academy program is an e learning model
that delivers web-based education content, online testing,
student performance tracking, hands-on labs, and instructor
training and support. With a curriculum developed by education
and networking experts, the Networking Academy program is
offered at, technical colleges and universities around the
world, it demonstrates a highly successful alliance among
Cisco Systems, educators, governments, leading technology
companies, and nonprofit organizations as it prepares graduates
for the demands and opportunities of the New Economy.
The
Cisco Networking Academy is an education oriented, non-profit
making, and globally recognized IT program. It serves to
nurture IT professionals and contribute to the implementation
of IT education in Asia Pacific region. The project- driven
education program provides students in Asia Pacific with
a unique, Internet based Curriculum combined with hands
on experience that will help them develop practical computer
networking knowledge and skills needed for the internet
age.
Objective
Through an innovative partnership with schools, Cisco Systems
aims to help students prepare for the demands and enormous
opportunities of the information economy, while creating
a qualified talent pool for building and maintaining networks.
Methodology
Through the Cisco Networking Academy program, students and
in-transition workers learn how to design, build, and maintain
computer networks. They develop practical computer networking
knowledge and skills in a hands-on environment. Cisco Systems
will provide the curriculum, training and program support
required to help establish and maintain the Academies. This
program is the first and only global E-Learning program,
and is currently implemented in about 10800 education institutions
in 151 countries. Very soon, prescription learning- an important
tool to help achieve life-long learning, will also be introduced
into the program. This will further aid students in acquiring
the knowledge and skills needed to prepare them for the
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).
E-Learning:
E- Learning is comprised of content delivery in multiple
formats, management of the learning experience, and a networked
community of learners, content developers and experts, It
delivers faster learning at reduced costs, increases access
to learning, and provides grater opportunities and accountability
for all participants in the learning process.
Curriculum
The curriculum is designed to be a comprehensive program
consisting of four semesters with a total of 280 hors (each
semester: 70 hours). The curriculum for CCNA (Cisco Certified
Network Associate) is summarized below.
