Networking Courses

• MCSA – Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator • MCDST – Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician • CCNA – Cisco Certified Network Associate • CompTIA Network+ Training • MCSE – Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer • CCNP – Cisco Certified Network Professional  

MCSA – Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator

MODES: Evening, Weekend, Fulltime, Part-time. COST (£): 1550 DURATION: 6 weeks SUMMARY: Our Microsoft MCSA (Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator) Training will prepare you for a career as a Network Administrator on a Microsoft based network. The training prepares you for the Microsoft MCSA Exams. You may wish to progress to the MCSE training at the end of this course. CAREER PROSPECTS: Networking, Microsoft related EXAMS: MCSA 70-290, MCSA 70-291, MCSA 70-270, CompTIA Security+ MODULES: Microsoft MCSA 2003 Training (Core Networking Systems):

• Microsoft MCSA Exam 70-290: Planning and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
• Microsoft MCSA Exam 70-291: Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure

Microsoft MCSA 2003 Training (Core Operating Systems): Microsoft MCSA Exam 70-270: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional Microsoft MCSA 2003 Training (Elective): – CompTIA Security+: Here you will learn key Information Security concepts. AWARDING BODY: Microsoft and CompTIA

MCDST – Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician

MODES: Evening, Weekend, Fulltime, Part-time. COST(£):1650DURATION: 10 weeks SUMMARY: Our Microsoft MCDST training will prepare you for the MCDST (Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician) certification. As a qualified Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician you will be able to support and troubleshoot Microsoft Applications. CAREER PROSPECTS: Networking, Microsoft related EXAMS: MCDST 70-271, MCDST 70-272 MODULES: Microsoft MCDST 70-271 Exam training: Supporting Users and Troubleshooting a Microsoft XP Operating System Microsoft MCDST 70-272 Exam training: Supporting and Troubleshooting Desktop Applications on a Microsoft Windows XP Operating System AWARDING BODY: Microsoft

CCNA – Cisco Certified Network Associate

MODES: Evening, Weekend, Fulltime, Part-time COST (£): 750 DURATION: 5 weeks SUMMARY: Our CCNA Training will prepare you for the CCNA Certification. The CCNA “Cisco Certified Network Associate” certification is recognised as a statement of networking excellence by many organisations. As part of the CCNA Training you will learn how to configure and install cisco routers. CAREER PROSPECTS: Networking professionals. EXAMS: Cisco CCNA 640-802 MODULES: Describe how a network works for the Cisco CCNA (640-802) Describe the purpose and functions of various network devices Select the components required to meet a network specification Use the OSI and TCP/IP models and their associated protocols to explain how data flows in a network Describe common networked applications including web applications Describe the purpose and basic operation of the protocols in the OSI and TCP models Describe the impact of applications (Voice Over IP and Video Over IP) on a network Interpret network diagrams Determine the path between two hosts across a network Describe the components required for network and Internet communications Identify and correct common network problems at layers 1, 2, 3 and 7 using a layered model approach Differentiate between LAN/WAN operation and features Configure, verify and troubleshoot a switch with VLANs and interswitch communications for the Cisco CCNA (640-802) Select the appropriate media, cables, ports, and connectors to connect switches to other network devices and hosts Explain the technology and media access control method for Ethernet networks Explain network segmentation and basic traffic management concepts Explain basic switching concepts and the operation of Cisco switches Perform and verify initial switch configuration tasks including remote access management Verify network status and switch operation using basic utilities (including: ping, traceroute, telnet, SSH, arp, ipconfig), SHOW and DEBUG commands Identify, prescribe, and resolve common switched network media issues, configuration issues, auto negotiation, and switch hardware failures Describe enhanced switching technologies (including: VTP, RSTP, VLAN, PVSTP, 802.1q) Describe how VLANs create logically separate networks and the need for routing between them Configure, verify, and troubleshoot VLANs Configure, verify, and troubleshoot trunking on Cisco switches Configure, verify, and troubleshoot interVLAN routing Configure, verify, and troubleshoot VTP Configure, verify, and troubleshoot RSTP operation Interpret the output of various show and debug commands to verify the operational status of a Cisco switched network. Implement basic switch security (including: port security, trunk access, management vlan other than vlan1, etc.) Implement an IP addressing scheme and IP Services to meet network requirements in a medium-size Enterprise branch office network for the Cisco CCNA (640-802) Describe the operation and benefits of using private and public IP addressing Explain the operation and benefits of using DHCP and DNS Configure, verify and troubleshoot DHCP and DNS operation on a router.(including: CLI/SDM) Implement static and dynamic addressing services for hosts in a LAN environment Calculate and apply an addressing scheme including VLSM IP addressing design to a network Determine the appropriate classless addressing scheme using VLSM and summarization to satisfy addressing requirements in a LAN/WAN environment Describe the technological requirements for running IPv6 in conjunction with IPv4 (including: protocols, dual stack, tunneling, etc). Describe IPv6 addresses Identify and correct common problems associated with IP addressing and host configurations Configure, verify, and troubleshoot basic router operation and routing on Cisco devices for the Cisco CCNA (640-802) Describe basic routing concepts (including: packet forwarding, router lookup process) Describe the operation of Cisco routers (including: router bootup process, POST, router components) Select the appropriate media, cables, ports, and connectors to connect routers to other network devices and hosts Configure, verify, and troubleshoot RIPv2 Access and utilize the router to set basic parameters.(including: CLI/SDM) Connect, configure, and verify operation status of a device interface Verify device configuration and network connectivity using ping, traceroute, telnet, SSH or other utilities Perform and verify routing configuration tasks for a static or default route given specific routing requirements Manage IOS configuration files. (including: save, edit, upgrade, restore) Manage Cisco IOS. Compare and contrast methods of routing and routing protocols Configure, verify, and troubleshoot OSPF Configure, verify, and troubleshoot EIGRP Verify network connectivity (including: using ping, traceroute, and telnet or SSH) Troubleshoot routing issues Verify router hardware and software operation using SHOW and DEBUG commands. Implement basic router security Explain and select the appropriate administrative tasks required for a WLAN for the Cisco CCNA (640-802) Describe standards associated with wireless media (including: IEEE WI-FI Alliance, ITU/FCC) Identify and describe the purpose of the components in a small wireless network. (Including: SSID, BSS, ESS) Identify the basic parameters to configure on a wireless network to ensure that devices connect to the correct access point Compare and contrast wireless security features and capabilities of WPA security (including: open, WEP, WPA-1/2) Identify common issues with implementing wireless networks. (Including: Interface, miss configuration) Identify security threats to a network and describe general methods to mitigate those threats for the Cisco CCNA (640-802) Describe today’s increasing network security threats and explain the need to implement a comprehensive security policy to mitigate the threats Explain general methods to mitigate common security threats to network devices, hosts, and applications. Describe the functions of common security appliances and applications Describe security recommended practices including initial steps to secure network devices Implement, verify, and troubleshoot NAT and ACLs in a medium-size Enterprise branch office network for the Cisco CCNA (640-802) Describe the purpose and types of ACLs Configure and apply ACLs based on network filtering requirements.(including: CLI/SDM) Configure and apply an ACLs to limit telnet and SSH access to the router using (including: SDM/CLI) Verify and monitor ACLs in a network environment Troubleshoot ACL issues Explain the basic operation of NAT Configure NAT for given network requirements using (including: CLI/SDM) Troubleshoot NAT issues Implement and verify WAN links for the Cisco CCNA (640-802) Describe different methods for connecting to a WAN Configure and verify a basic WAN serial connection Configure and verify Frame Relay on Cisco routers Troubleshoot WAN implementation issues Describe VPN technology (including: importance, benefits, role, impact, components) Configure and verify a PPP connection between Cisco routers AWARDING BODY: Cisco Systems

CompTIA Network+ Training

MODES: Evening, Weekend, Fulltime, Part-time, Distance COST (£): 790 DURATION: 5 weeks SUMMARY: CompTIA Network+ Training prepare you for the CompTIA Network+ Exam. Our Training gives the student a broad introduction to Networking and Networking Concepts. The Comptia Network+ works as a perfect start point for the CCNA training however not compulsory. During the training will learn about Subnetting, routing and hardware components involved in a Network Setup. CAREER PROSPECTS: Entry Level IT Support EXAMS: CompTIA N10-002 MODULES: – Network Fundamentals – The OSI Model – TCP/IP Fundamentals – Network Operating Systems – Network Installation and Upgrades – Wide Area Networks – Fault Tolerance and Disaster Recovery – Network Troubleshooting AWARDING BODY: CompTIA

MCSE – Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer

MODES: Our MCSE Training and Courses run over Evenings, Weekends, Fulltime, Part-time. COST (£): 1650 Our MCSE Training will cost you £1650 (Full-time, Evening, Weekend, Part-time) DURATION: The MCSE Course runs over 10 weeks (Tue, Wed, Thu 18:30-21:30 or Sat 10:00-17:00 Sun 10:00-13:00) – if you are planning on joining fulltime study then the duration is shorter. SUMMARY: Our Microsoft MCSE (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer) Training will prepare you for a career as a Network Administrator and Systems Engineer on a Microsoft based network. The MCSE course and training prepares you for the Microsoft MCSE Exams. CAREER PROSPECTS: Networking, Microsoft related EXAMS: MCSE 70-290, MCSE 70-291, MCSE 70-293, MCSE 70-294, MCSE 70-270, MCSE 70-297, CompTIA Security+ MODULES: Microsoft MCSE 2003 Training (Core Networking Systems): – Microsoft MCSE Exam 70-290: Planning and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure – Microsoft MCSE Exam 70-291: Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure – Microsoft MCSE Exam 70-293: Planning and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure – Microsoft MCSE Exam 70-294: Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure Microsoft MCSE 2003 Training (Core Operating Systems): – Microsoft MCSE Exam 70-270: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional Microsoft MCSE 2003 Training (Elective): – CompTIA Security+: Here you will learn key Information Security concepts. Microsoft MCSE 2003 Training (Core Design): – Microsoft MCSE Exam 70-297: Designing a Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and Network Infrastructure AWARDING BODY: The MCSE Qualification is awarded by Microsoft on successfully sitting and passing the relevant exams. You may also get a CompTIA Qualification dependant on which exams you decide to sit.

CCNP – Cisco Certified Network Professional

MODES: Evening, Weekend, Fulltime, Part-time COST (£): 3400. DURATION: 12 weeks – SUMMARY: CCNP TRAINING- Our CCNP Training will prepare you for the CCNP Certification. The CCNP “Cisco Certified Network Professional” certification is recognised as a very demanding and technically challenging certification. A CCNP certified individual is one of the most highly sought after individuals in the IT Market today. CAREER PROSPECTS: to become Networking professionals. Jobs in Cisco roles after training, with the qualifications usually start at 20,000 pa + benefits, this figure grows with appropriate experience. EXAMS: CCNP BCMSN 640-811, CCNP CIT 642-845, CCNP BSCI 642-801,CCNP ISCW 642-825 MODULES: Cisco CCNP BCMSN 640-811 Cisco BCMSN 642-811: Switched Networks, VLANs, and Trunks Cisco BCMSN 642-811: Spanning Tree Protocol Cisco BCMSN 642-811: Enhancements to STP Cisco BCMSN 642-811: Multilayer Switching Cisco BCMSN 642-811: Availability and Redundancy Cisco BCMSN 642-811: Multicasts Cisco BCMSN 642-811: Network Quality of Service Cisco BCMSN 642-811: QOS Configuration and Verification Cisco BCMSN 642-811: MLS Optimization and Security Cisco BCMSN 642-811: Metro Ethernet Cisco CCNP CIT 642-845 Cisco CIT 642-831: Networking Principles and Technologies Cisco CIT 642-831: TCP/IP Cisco CIT 642-831: Windows Troubleshooting Cisco CIT 642-831: The Physical and Data Link Layers Cisco CIT 642-831: Virtual LANs Cisco CIT 642-831: Serial Links Cisco CIT 642-831: Routing Protocols Cisco CIT 642-831: ISDN Cisco CCNP BSCI 642-801 Cisco CCNP BSCI 642-801: Routing Principles Cisco CCNP BSCI 642-801: Extending IP Addresses Cisco CCNP BSCI 642-801: Implementing OSPF in a Single Area Cisco CCNP BSCI 642-801: Interconnecting OSPF Areas Cisco CCNP BSCI 642-801: Applying Integrated IS-IS Cisco CCNP BSCI 642-801: Employing Enhanced IGRP Cisco CCNP BSCI 642-801: Configuring Border Gateway Protocol Cisco CCNP BSCI 642-801: Scaling BGP Networks Cisco CCNP BSCI 642-801: Routing Update Optimization and Redistribution Cisco CCNP ISCW 642-825 Cisco CIT 642-831: Networking Principles and Technologies Cisco CIT 642-831: TCP/IP Cisco CIT 642-831: Windows Troubleshooting Cisco CIT 642-831: The Physical and Data Link Layers Cisco CIT 642-831: Virtual LANs Cisco CIT 642-831: Serial Links Cisco CIT 642-831: Routing Protocols Cisco CIT 642-831: ISDN AWARDING BODY: Cisco Training