UNESWA CISCO Networking Academy

UNESWA Cisco Networking Academy

The University of Eswatini (UNESWA) and Eswatini Post & Telecomunications (EPTC) are elated to announce the resuscitation of the CISCO Networking Academy. This is a professional programme run by a team of qualified and competent trainers. CISCO Networking Academy certifies a technician's ability to install, set up, configure, troubleshoot and operate a medium-sized routed and switched computer network. This also includes implementing and verifying connections to a wide area network (WAN)

Coordinator

Mr S. Sithole

Module Fee

E 6000

Available Seats

30

Sessions

1. Mid-week

2. Weekends

Mid-week
(17h00 - 21h00)

1st Group:
Mon & Wed
2nd Group:
Tues & Thurs

Weekends
(09h00 - 16h00)

All groups are
taught at the
same time

Course Duration

12 Weeks per Module

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Entry Requirements

Any prior familiarity with computers and/or networking is advantageous. At minimum, students should already have the skill to execute elementary computer tasks such as using a mouse and keyboard and performing simple Windows operations (copy & paste and storing files). Students should also have experience with using a web browser to surf the Internet. If you have no prior networking knowledge, plan on eight to 16 hours of homework/study time per week

UNESWA Cisco Networking Academy Modules

The academy is currently offering three modules:

  1. Module 1: Introduction to Networks
  2. Module 2: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials
  3. Module 3: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation

Module 1: Introduction to Networks

Begin preparing for a networking career with this introduction to how networks operate. This first course in the 3-course CCNA series introduces:

  1. Models, protocols, and networking elements – functions needed to support the operations and priorities of Fortune 500 companies to small innovative retailers.
  2. Simple local area networks (LANs) architecture.
  3. IP addressing schemes,Foundational network security
  4. Basic configurations for routers and switches.

NB: No prerequisites required

Module 2: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials

Delve further into the world of networking with the second CCNA course in a 3-course series. This course focuses on:

  1. Switching technologies and router operations that support small-to-medium business networks, including wireless local area networks (WLAN) and security concepts
  2. Basic network configuration and troubleshooting
  3. LAN security threats identification and mitigation
  4. Basic WLAN configuration and security

Recommended preparation:  CCNA v7: Introduction to Networks or having equivalent knowledge

Module 3: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation

Recommended preparation: CCNAv7: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials or possessing equivalent knowledge

Large enterprises depend heavily on the smooth operation of their network infrastructures. This third course in the 3-course CCNA series describes:

  1. Architectures and considerations related to designing, securing, operating, and troubleshooting enterprise networks,
  2. Wide area network (WAN) technologies and quality of service (QoS) mechanisms used for secure remote access
  3. Introduction of software-defined networking, virtualization, and automation concepts that support the digitalization of networks.