Architectural Designs

Syllabus for Cisco CCNA?

In university I have taken two course on computer networking. I want to know how they compare to the CCNA standard. Please let me know. 1st course: This module provides an in-depth treatment of fundamental topics of network design based on the Internet protocol stack model. It is aimed at making students understand how networks work through understanding of the underlying principles of sound network design. This course covers topics including network requirements, architecture, protocol stack models, Ethernet Token Ring, Wireless, and FDDI networks, bridges, switching and routing in IP and ATM networks, and internetworking. Apart from learning the concepts in networks, the students will gain expertise in analyzing and designing networking protocols through mini-projects. 2nd course: The course will enable students to know the basics and theories of Internet-related technologies which offer the background knowledge & skills required for computer or network engineers. Contents covered include Internet Architecture & client/server applications, Client & Server Computing, Inter-networking concepts & Architectural Model, Transport protocols: UDP/TCP, TCP/IP socket programming, Routing protocols, Domain Name System, Mobile IP, and Next Generation IP.

Public Comments

1. As per ur detailed explanation it could be a stepping stone to CCNA. But there are still more topics you would have to learn in CCNA. You must need to have the knowledge of Subnetting and Cisco IOS as well, as CCNA is specific to mastering Cisco's technology area. I guess you cannot really compare this to a CCNA at all. Also i guess there was not any practical exposure to the CISCO devices as well. You may have to know atleast the simplest configuration in cisco routers. ex. configure a route between two cisco boxes. and stuffs. I guess this will give you a clue where u stand. But if you have really mastered the above topics what u have quoted it should not be a big deal for you to complete ur CCNA in a weeks time.
2. Which CCNA realm are you interested in? Either way, sounds the training you've taken provides good backgound information - but you will need to know routing commands, routing protocols, TFTP, etc. Check more on http://www.cisco.com/web/learning/le3/le2/le0/le9/learning_certification_type_home.html