The Cisco Networking Academy at Erie Community College
The Academy History and Goals In existence since 1997, the Cisco Networking Academy delivers a comprehensive, 21st century learning experience to help students develop the foundational IT skills needed to design, build, and manage networks, along with career skills such as problem solving, collaboration, and critical thinking.
The Cisco Networking Academy courses not only educate and train students, but also prepare students for industry certification exams, like: CompTIA s A+ and Network+ Cisco s Entry-Level Certs, CCENT and CCNA Cisco s CCNA Specialty Tracks in Security and Voice Cisco s Professional Cert, CCNP Certification is the Key to Getting Hired Get Trained. Get Certified. Get Hired!
Not only are Academy courses inexpensive, but the interactive, multimedia, online text book is free with the majority of our courses, along with a network simulator that can be used for building and testing networks Students can also download free software like Windows 10 Students can also qualify for half-price exam vouchers for taking the certification exams
Most of the academy course offerings are taught in a distance learning hybrid fashion, which means you re in the classroom only about half the time of a normal seated class Students can complete two classes and earn 6 college credits by attending class only one evening (or Saturday) each week during the 15 week semester Classes are held at ECC South, North, and Ingram Micro Note: Ingram Micro is conveniently located just across the street from ECC North
The Academy Course Catalog Certification Track Preparation Courses CompTIA A+ Computer Support Technician TE-180 IT Essentials 1 TE-181 IT Essentials 2 CCNA and CCENT Certification TE-185 CCNA 1 - Networking Fundamentals TE-270 CCNA 2 - LAN Switching and Wireless TE-271 CCNA 3 - Routing Protocols and Concepts TE-272 CCNA 4 - Accessing the WAN CCNA Security CCNA Voice CCNP TE-275 CCNA Security TE-279 CCNA Voice TE-276 CCNP 1 - Implementing IP Switching TE-277 CCNP 2 - Implementing IP Routing TE-278 CCNP 3 - Maintaining and Troubleshooting IP Networks
Fall 2015 Course Schedule (Cisco Academy courses only)
There are several ways to earn a degree that includes Academy courses: Pursue a one-year certificate degree in Network Support Technology Pursue a two-year associates degree in Networking and Telecommunications Technology Pursue a two-year associates degree in Information Technology with a Networking Concentration Pursue a two-year associates degree in General Studies Use the credits earned as technical electives in any related four-year bachelors degree
The fastest way to earn a degree and jump-start your career is to enroll in the Network Support Technology Certificate Program: Students can complete the program and be job-ready in a little over 8 months while attending class no more than twice per week The core courses were all developed and are delivered through the Cisco Networking Academy at ECC All of the core courses contain a hands-on lab component using actual equipment Students completing the program are also prepared to take industry-standard certification exams from Cisco and CompTIA.
The Network Support Technology Certificate Course Requirements Here is the suggested class schedule for completing the certificate program in two semesters: Semester 1 TE180 IT Essentials I (3 credits) TE181 IT Essentials II (3 credits) TE185 Network Fundamentals (3 credits) TE270 Routing and Switching I (3 credits) Semester 2 TE271 Routing and Switching II (3 credits) TE272 Accessing the WAN (3 credits) Approved Technical Elective (3-4 credits)* Approved General Education Elective (3-4 credits)* Students can begin the certificate program in the fall or spring semesters. Students only attend class two evenings (5:30-9:30) per week, or one evening and a Saturday (10am-2pm), depending on the current schedule. For more Information, visit our website at: http://bit.ly/1ipas33
Academy Courses Prepare Students for Careers Like: Technical Support Specialist Network Engineer Network and Computer Systems Administrator Computer Security Specialist LAN Administrator Systems Administrator Network Support Technician Help-Desk Technician Network Installer
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Employment in this field was/is expected to grow by 18 percent from 2012 to 2022, faster than the average for all occupations. Demand for these workers is high and should continue to grow as firms invest in newer, faster technology and mobile networks. 2015 Median Salary: $69,160 per year; $33.25 per hour, depending on education, certifications, and experience. Entry-level salary usually ranges from $35k-$45k per year.
90% of all jobs in this field are not with the large telecom companies like Verizon or Time Warner Jobs can be found at all types of companies, public and private, because they all have networks that need to be maintained We re Networking the World
Academy Instructors also work for companies who hire Academy graduates, like: Cisco Systems Ingram Micro Moog Finger Lakes Technology Group M &T Bank AAA of Western and Central NY Erie 1 BOCES Erie Community College
Getting Admitted to ECC and Registered for Academy Courses is Really Very Easy First, fill out a short online application (see next slide) After being admitted, send an email to stranz@ecc.edu stating the courses you would like to take, or we can meet and discuss your options We will then take care of enrolling you in classes and emailing you the statement with further instructions
Getting Accepted into the Cisco Academy Step-by-Step
Want More Information? For more information about the Cisco Networking Academy at ECC, visit: https://www.ecc.edu/cisco-academy/ For more information on our Network Support Technology Certificate Program, visit: http://bit.ly/1ipas33 You may also call Jim Stranz, the coordinator of the Cisco Networking Academy at (716) 851-1737 or send email to stranz@ecc.edu