APPLICATION FOR BOARD APPROVAL Of Locally Developed Course Cisco CCNA Certification 11/12 John Murtha
APPLICATION FOR BOARD APPROVAL Of the Locally Developed Cisco CCNA Certification 11/12 PREAMBLE: The Computer Science Department at Sardis Secondary, with consultation from the School s administration, technology department, and Cisco Systems have developed a Cisco CCNA Certification program. Qualifying for Cisco CCNA Certification 11/12 involves successful completion of the following courses: Grade 9 Science and Principles of Math 9 with a C+ or better. Like all the other Cisco developed courses, Cisco certification 11/12 is an on-line course developed by Cisco Systems. Cisco certification 11/12 is a hands-on intermediate course in computer networking technology. The program is designed to teach students the skills needed to install, configure, troubleshoot and manage a network LAN environment. There will be an emphasis on the Cisco CCNA Certification Exam specification. This course has been taught with great success at Sardis Secondary and Chilliwack Secondary for six years.
POSSIBLE QUESTIONS: Is there need or demand for an Cisco CCNA Certification course? Computers are a vital part of society, and understanding them requires knowledge and training in the fundamentals of Computer Technologies. We have all heard and continue to hear about the ever increasing shortage of highly trained individuals for all aspects of the computer industry. Cisco CCNA Certification will provide students with a hands-on head start towards the specialized training required in today s computer industry. Many students and employers have stated an interest in these course. With new opportunities being opened up through distant education, a greater number of students will have access to School District #33 technology courses. Cisco CCNA Certification is an industry-wide credential. Is this course an appropriate course in the public school situation at the level indicated? Cisco CCNA Certification will be an excellent introductory course for those students who wish to pursue a career in computer networking. In fact, Cisco CCNA Certification is offered in several high schools throughout the world. This course will also provide students with University/College transfer credits. Is the proposed course significantly different from existing courses? Yes it is. The material covered within Cisco CCNA Certification is not being covered in existing courses. In fact, this course is an excellent adjunct to IT 11/12, Fundamentals of UNIX/Linux 11/12, A+ 11, Server + 12 and MCP already being taught at Sardis Secondary. Has a sound educational rational been developed and written for this course? Yes there has. Please refer to the attached course outline and objectives.
CISCO CCNA CERTIFICATION COURSE OUTLINE AND OBJECTIVES DESCRIPTION The Cisco Networking Academies program consists of four Cisco 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 work force and/or further their education and training in the computer networking field. The course also offers a work experience component in network Management and other computer related fields. Cisco CCNA Certification 11/12 will be of particular interest to those students who would like to pursue a career or further their education in computer technology. There are more advanced levels of Cisco Certification that students can take at either post secondary institutions or from within the computer industry. COURSE OBJECTIVES Cisco CCNA 11/12 Certification. The student will: Master Basic Content: OSI Model, Internet working Devices, IP Addressing, LAN Media & Topologies, Structured Cabling, Electronics, Routing Theory, Router Components, Router Setup and Startup, Router Configuration, IOS, TCP/IP, Routing Protocols, LAN switches, bridges, WAN services, Frame Relay, PPP operations, Fast Ethernet, Spanning Tree Protocol, ISDN protocols. Master Lab Skills: PC hardware and software, patch cables, installation of structured cabling, use of test equipment, Router/Switch Configuration; associated hardware and software tools and techniques; Monitor router/switch traffic. Master Documentation Skills: maintaining engineering journal, cable management techniques, LAN design. Master People Skills: working in engineering teams, self and project management, oral exams, presentations.
Achieve Awareness and Access: basic technological literacy; awareness of IT careers; preparation for 2 and 4 year EE, CS, and IT programs; access to well-paying, learning oriented jobs; ability to design, install, and maintain internetworks. ENTRY INTO CISCO CERTIFICATION 11 AND 12 Cisco 11: Students must successfully complete Grade 9 Science and Principles of Math 9 with a C+ or better and be in grade 10 or higher. Cisco 12: Students must successfully complete Cisco Certification 11with a 80% or better and be in grade 10 or higher EVALUATION Evaluation will be in the form of: Quizzes, chapter, term and skill tests Written assignments and team based projects/presentation Lab work, professional responsibility and safety COURSE MATERIALS On line curriculum developed by Cisco Systems. No new hardware is required. Software for the course can be downloaded for free by certified instructors.
THE SARDIS SECONDARY COMPUTER SCIENCE PROGRAM To receive the Cisco Certification 11/12, students will successfully complete the highlighted courses. GRADE 10 or 11 or 12 Information Technology 11 OR Cisco Certification 11 Information Technology 12 Cisco Certification 12 Java Certification 11 A+ Certification 11 i-net+ Certification 11 Fundamentals of Web Design Certification 12 Java Certification 12 Server+ Certification 12 MCP Certification 11 Fundamentals of UNIX/Linux Certification 11 MCP Certification 12a MCP Certification 12b MCP Certification 12c
Cisco Certification 11Course Outline Computers and how they are networked are a vital part of society, and understanding them requires an understanding of the fundamentals of Computer Network Technology. This course is a hands-on introduction to the world of Computer Network Technology, where network media, network devises and protocols dominate. Students will learn both the capabilities and limitations of networking technology and protocols through installing, configuring network devises and collaborative team based troubleshooting. Course Content 1. Master Basic Content: OSI Model, Internet working Devices, IP Addressing, LAN Media & Topologies, Structured Cabling, Electronics, Routing Theory, Router Components, Router Setup and Startup, Router Configuration, IOS, TCP/IP, Routing Protocols. 2. Master Lab Skills: PC hardware and software, patch cables, installation of structured cabling, use of test equipment, Router Configuration, associated hardware and software tools and techniques. 3. Master Documentation Skills: maintaining engineering journal, cable management techniques. 4. Master People Skills: working in engineering teams, self and project management, oral exams, presentations. 5. Achieve Awareness and Access: basic technological literacy; awareness of IT careers; preparation for 2 and 4 year EE, CS, and IT programs; access to well-paying, learning oriented jobs; ability to design, install, and maintain internetworks. The Cisco Networking Academies program consists of four Cisco units. This course, consisting of the first two units, is designed to teach students the skills needed to design, build, and maintain small to medium-size networks. This course is centered around reading and lab assignments. Students will spend much of their time installing, configuring, and troubleshooting small to medium-size networks. Assignments will be of varying levels of difficulty but will become more difficult as the year progresses. Cisco Certification involves many hands-on activities. Read over your labs early. A clear understanding of what is expected from the lab will increase your success at mastering the expected outcomes. Students are encouraged to get to know each other and discuss labs and assignments with fellow students. However, the actual design and implementation of your labs and assignments must be an individual activity unless otherwise specified. Evaluation and Expectations: 1. Quizzes, chapter, term and skill tests 2. Written assignments and team based projects/presentation 3. Skill based hands-on labs 4. Class Participation
Cisco Certification 12Course Outline Computers and how they are networked are a vital part of society, and understanding them requires an understanding of the fundamentals of Computer Network Technology. This course is a hands-on introduction to the world of Computer Network Technology, where network media, network devises and protocols dominate. Students will further their understanding of both the capabilities and limitations of networking technology and protocols through installing, configuring network devises and collaborative team based troubleshooting. Course Content 1. Master Basic Content: LAN switches, bridges, WAN services, Frame Relay, PPP operations, Fast Ethernet, Spanning Tree Protocol, ISDN protocols. 2. Master Lab Skills: Router/Switch Configuration; associated hardware and software tools and techniques; Monitor router/switch traffic. 3. Master Documentation Skills: maintaining engineering journal; LAN design. 4. Master People Skills: working in engineering teams, self and project management, oral exams, presentations. 5. Achieve Awareness and Access: basic technological literacy; awareness of IT careers; preparation for 2 and 4 year EE, CS, and IT programs; access to well-paying, learning-oriented jobs; ability to design, install, and maintain internetworks. The Cisco Networking Academies program consists of four Cisco units. This course, consisting of the last two units, 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 work force and/or further their education and training in the computer networking field. This course is centered around reading and lab assignments. Students will spend much of their time installing, configuring, and troubleshooting small to medium-size networks. Assignments will be of varying levels of difficulty but will become more difficult as the year progresses. Cisco Certification involves many hands-on activities. Read over your labs early. A clear understanding of what is expected from the lab will increase your success at mastering the expected outcomes. Students are encouraged to get to know each other and discuss labs and assignments with fellow students. However, the actual design and implementation of your labs and assignments must be an individual activity unless otherwise specified. Evaluation and Expectations: 1. Quizzes, chapter, term and skill tests 2. Written assignments and team based projects/presentation 3. Skill based hands-on labs 4. Class Participation