Computer Networking definitions
Description of Microsoft Certifications
The Systems Administration Track is designed to provide students with a broad knowledge of computer networking hardware and software. Students who complete this track have the opportunity to earn the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification, and the Linux+ certification sponsored by CompTIA.
Students, who successfully complete the course requirements and achieve the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification, will be prepared to implement, manage, and troubleshoot the ongoing needs of a Microsoft Windows 2003-based operating environment.
The CompTIA Linux+ certification demonstrates technical competency and provides a broad understanding of the Linux operating system. Students, who successfully complete the course requirements and achieve the Linux+ certification, will be prepared to install, operate, administer, and troubleshoot services in the Linux operating system.
Descriptions of CISCO Certifications
CCNA Certification. The CCNA certification (Cisco Certified Network Associate) indicates a foundation in and apprentice knowledge of networking. With a CCNA, a network associate can install, configure, and operate LAN, WAN, and dial access services for small networks (100 nodes or fewer), including but not limited to use of these protocols: IP, IGRP, Serial, Frame Relay, IP RIP, VLANs, RIP, Ethernet, Access Lists.
CCDA Certification. The CCDA certification (Cisco Certified Design Associate) indicates a foundation or apprentice knowledge of network design for the Cisco Internetwork Infrastructure. With a CCDA, a network associate can design routed and switched network infrastructures involving LAN, WAN, and dial access services for businesses and organizations.
CCNP Certification. The CCNP certification (Cisco Certified Network Professional) indicates advanced or journeyman knowledge of networks. With a CCNP, a network professional can install, configure, and troubleshoot local and wide area networks for enterprise organizations with networks from 100 to more than 500 nodes. The content emphasizes topics such as security, converged networks, quality of service (QoS), virtual private networks (VPN) and broadband technologies.
CCDP Certification. The CCDP certification indicates advanced or journeyman knowledge of network design. With a CCDP, a network professional can design routed and switched networks involving LAN, WAN, and dial access services, applying modular design practices and making sure the whole solution responds optimally to the business and technical needs and is designed to be highly available.
CCSP Certification. The CCSP certification (Cisco Certified Security Professional) indicates advanced knowledge of securing Cisco networks. With a CCSP, a network professional can secure and manage network infrastructures to protect productivity and reduce costs. The content emphasizes topics such as perimeter security, virtual private networks, intrusion protection as well as how to combine these technologies in a single, integrated network security solutions.