The distance learning Cisco CCNA course is the perfect home study course to ensure that you succeed in this exciting field. Our uniquely flexible Cisco CCNA home learning course has no time limits. You can start your home learning course whenever you like and there are no deadlines to meet, so you can adapt your distance education course to meet your needs, all from the comfort of your own home.
Once you have registered on the distance education Cisco CCNA course you will be assigned a personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. Your dedicated personal tutor is always on hand to answer any query you may have, no matter how big or small, and you will also have access to a dedicated course advisor who offers guidance and advice.
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| This series is designed to help users prepare for the Cisco Certified Network Associate examination. It covers the OSI Reference Model and uses it to explain networks and network functions. It also explains networks and data transfers, LANs and WANs, and bridges, switches, and routers. An introduction to IOS and IOS configuration is provided, and various networking topics are examined, including TCP/IP, IP addressing and routing, IPX networking, and security. This series includes two exam preparation courses, as well as a course that introduces alternative base numbering systems used in Cisco management. |
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OSI REFERENCE MODEL
Describes the OSI reference model and uses it to explain types of networks and networking functions.
- Introduction to Networking
- The Upper OSI Layers
- The Lower OSI Layers
- Using a Layered Model
NETWORKS AND DATA TRANSFER
Uses the OSI reference model to show how networks encapsulate data and transfer it throughout a network. This section also introduces routing as a method of data transfer.
- Communication between Layers
- Connection and Data Flow
- The Data Link Layer
- Network Addressing
LOCAL AREA NETWORKING
Describes the components and operation of Ethernets, Fast Ethernets, Token Ring and FDDI local area networks.
- Introduction to LANs
- Ethernet
- Fast Ethernet
- Token Ring and FDDI
WIDE AREA NETWORKING
Describes WAN components and protocols and how they function in a wide area network. Special emphasis is placed on PPP, ISDN, X.25, and Frame Relay.
- Introduction to WANs
- WAN Protocols
- PPP
- ISDN
- X.25
- Frame Relay
USING A ROUTER
Introduces the different types of routing protocols, their use, and the function of routers.
- Routing
- Distance Vector Routing
- Link State Routing
- Understanding Routers
INTRODUCTION TO IOS
Explains the basic operation of the Internetwork Operating System.
- Router Startup
- Router Startup in Setup Mode
- EXEC Mode Commands
- Router Status
- Loading Configuration Files
IOS CONFIGURATION
Shows how to configure passwords and banners, and introduces interface and protocol configurations for the Internetwork Operating System.
- Passwords, Identification, and Banners
- Configuring Interfaces
- Sample Interface Configurations
- Configuring Protocols
NETWORKING MANAGEMENT
Shows how to set up and maintain a network system.
- LAN Congestion
- Network Segmentation
- Network Management System
- Cisco FastHub 300
BRIDGES AND SWITCHES
Shows how to build and operate network bridges and switches.
- The Spanning Tree
- Bridges
- Switches
- ATM Switching
- Cisco Catalyst 1900/2820 Switches
TCP/IP NETWORKING
Explains the functions of TCP/IP and how to manage it and other transport and network layer protocols.
- Overview of TCP/IP
- Transport Layer Protocols
- TCP Specifics
- Internet Layer Protocols
IP ADDRESSING
Shows how to assign and use IP addresses.
- The IP Address
- Subnetting
- Supernetting
IP ROUTING
Explains how to configure IP addresses and implement IGRP routing protocol.
- Configuring IP Addresses
- Basic Routing Configurations
- Interior Gateway Routing Protocols
- Exterior Gateway Routing Protocols
IPX NETWORKING
Explains how to operate and manage Novell's IPX protocol and addresses.
- IPX Protocols
- IPX Addressing and Encapsulation
- Configuring IPX
- Showing IPX Configurations
NETWORK SECURITY AND CONTROL
Describes the components and operation of access lists for filtering network traffic.
- Introduction to Network Security
- Introduction to Access Lists
- Configuring IP Access Lists
- Configuring IPX Access Lists
- Showing Access Lists
ADDITIONAL CONFIGURATIONS
Describes how to configure and verify ISDN, X.25, and Frame Relay routing. It also explains the operation of Frame Relay and other components of the network.
- ISDN
- Showing ISDN Configurations
- X.25
- Frame Relay
EXAM PREPARATION 1
Provides practice exams that mimic the written portion of the CCNA test.
- Exam Procedures
- Practice Exam 1
- Practice Exam 2
- Practice Exam 3
EXAM PREPARATION 2
Provides practice exams that mimic the written portion of the CCNA test.
- Practice Exam 4
- Practice Exam 5
- Practice Exam 6
- Practice Exam 7
NUMBERING SYSTEMS
Introduces the alternative base numbering systems that are used in Cisco management.
- Decimal
- Binary
- Hexadecimal
- Conversion Exercises
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Printable Transcript On completion of this course you may print a transcript off as evidence of your progression throughout the course. |
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| Study Options |
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This course is an online course. With online study you have access to your entire course from the start of your studies. You can access your course materials, and submit all of your question papers to your personal tutor, online from anywhere in the World using your unique student account. |
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Studying Online. If you would like to study online we cannot accept payment for course fees in instalments, instead course fees must be paid in full at the point of enrolment. The reason for this is due to the fact that when you study online you have access to all of your course materials from the outset.
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| Requirements for Entry |
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There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds. |
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| Study Hours |
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This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.
The approximate amount of time required to complete
the course is: 40 hrs.
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| Additional Information |
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This course is different to other courses hosted on Elearnuk. The course is supplied by Stonebridge Associated Colleges in conjunction with Stonebridge IT School.
Once you have enrolled and paid for your course you will receive an email within 24-72 hours. The email will contain your username and password to login to your course. |
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