1. 1 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Technical Update Wadih Zaatar Technical Manager – Middle East wazaatar@cisco.com Middle East Conference

2. 2 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Agenda  Networking Academy Overview  IT Essentials  v4.1 PC Hardware & Software  CCNA Security  New Instructor Requirements  CCNP v6.0  Certification changes  NetAcad changes & solution  Quiz

3. Presentation_ID 3 © 2010 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco Confidential Packet Tracer Student Networking Knowledge and Skills Cisco Networking Academy Curricula Portfolio CCNP IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software IT Essentials CCNA Discovery CCNP Security CCNA Exploration Networking for Home and Small Businesses Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISP Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise Designing and Supporting Computer Networks Network Fundamentals Routing Protocols and Concepts LAN Switching and Wireless Accessing the WAN CCNA Security ROUTE: Implementing IP Routing SWITCH: Implementing IP Switched Networks TSHOOT: Troubleshooting and Maintaining IP Networks Network Professional IT Technician Network Technician Network Associate Network Specialist

4. 4 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.  Additional protocols and features  Enhancements to support PT based exams and games  Updated programming platform PT 5.3 2009 PT SBA Beta Release Practice exams for CCNA courses Nov DecMay 2010 JunJulAugSepOctJanFebMarApr  Align to CompTIA A+ 2009 objectives  Packet Tracer activities  TSHOOT  Aligns to new Cisco CCNP certification exam  SWITCH  ROUTE  Align to new Cisco CCNP certification exams ITE 4.1CCNP 6.0 Translations Cisco Networking Academy Product Roadmap 2010

5. © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco ConfidentialPresentation_ID 5 IT Essentials v4.1

6. © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco ConfidentialPresentation_ID 6 ITE: PC Hardware and Software v4.1  Align to CompTIA A+ 2009 Objectives  New and updated content including:  New hardware technology  New OS information  More troubleshooting skills  Increased network application skills  Increased wireless and security skills  Addition of Cisco Packet Tracer activities Packet Tracer’s rich simulation environment allows students to explore, experiment, and develop problem solving and troubleshooting skills  ITE: PC Hardware and Software v4.1 is now available.

7. © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco ConfidentialPresentation_ID 7 CompTIA 2009 A+ Certification Exams A+ Essentials 220-601 IT Technician 220-602 Depot Technician 220-604 OR A+ Essentials 220-701 A+ Practical Application 220-702 2006 Edition (600 series)2009 Edition  BOTH the 2009 A+ Essentials and 2009 A+ Practical Application exams must be passed for CompTIA A+ certification  Student vouchers will be available for 2009 exams, same process as v4.0  NetAcad students will have access to 600 series exams until August 31, 2010 Remote Support Technician 220-603

8. © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco ConfidentialPresentation_ID 8 Certification Extension Process  English version of CompTIA A+ 600 series exam  Retired on February 28 th, 2010  NetAcad Students extended access to English version of A+ 600 series  August 31 st, 2010  Translated versions of the exam will remain until Aug 31 st, 2010  Only English exam versions effected  Starting Feb 18 th, 2010…  Academies invited to register for a CompTIA E2C membership  Complete registration form  http://www.comptia.org/certifications/educators.aspx  E2C membership code sent via email to main contact at academy  Student uses this promotion code when booking exam  Membership expires on August 31 st, 2010

9. © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco ConfidentialPresentation_ID 9 Equipment Requirements  Hardware  Two 128 MB memory modules (minimum) or two 256 MB memory modules (recommended) Some labs will require one module of RAM to be uninstalled or the simulation of a faulty module for troubleshooting purposes. 128 MB is the minimum requirement to run the full functions of Win XP Pro  Software  Microsoft Windows XP Professional (Media CD)  Windows Vista (Media CD)  Additional Items/Resources One Internet connection for Internet searches and driver downloads (this could be the instructor's workstation) One integrated printer/scanner/copier for the class to share One Linksys wireless router/switch or equivalent for the class to share, Linksys model WRT160N preferred

10. © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco ConfidentialPresentation_ID 10 Version 4.1: Instructor Training  Existing ITE: PC Hardware & Software v4.0 instructors  No instructor training required  Qualified to teach v4.1 course  New ITE: PC Hardware & Software instructors  Instructor training required  Instructor Fast Track option available  Eligibility is verified by:  Specific industry certification  Formal evidence of industry experience  Formal evidence of teaching experience

11. © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco ConfidentialPresentation_ID 11 CCNA Security

12. © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco ConfidentialPresentation_ID 12 © 2008 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. CCNA Security  Launched July 2009  Enabled for both in-person and blended learning environments Remote access to lab equipment - NetLab compatible topology Use of videos for some lab configurations  Aligned with CCNA Security certification  Complex hands-on lab per chapter with multiple sections  Packet Tracer activities

13. © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco ConfidentialPresentation_ID 13 CCNA Security: Instructor Graduation  Previously no CCNA Security Instructor Assessment  Chapter 9 Lab used as assessment  We now have Instructor SBA available  Instructors completing CCNA Security Training now must: 1.Pass the skills exam 2.Take the online final assessment 3.Complete the course feedback

14. © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.Cisco ConfidentialPresentation_ID 14 CCNP v6.0

15. 15 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. CCNP 6.0  CCNP certification revisions officially announced by Cisco on January 26, 2010  Networking Academy announcement released January 28, 2010  Focus: Plan, implement, support, troubleshoot routed and switched networks  Three 120-minute exams

16. 16 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Cisco CCNP Certification Revision  Revised CCNP aligns to job role of professional-level network engineer.  More emphasis on troubleshooting - key for employers and foundation for expert-level skills.  Based on rigorous, customer-focused job task analysis.  Job titles such as network engineer, system engineer, network support specialist, network administrator, network consultant, system integrator.

17. 17 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. CCNP Certification Exam Revisions Existing CCNP ExamsRevised CCNP ExamsAvailable Building Scalable Cisco Internetworks (BSCI) #642-901, 90 min. exam Implementing Cisco Routing (ROUTE) #642-902, 120 min. exam March 2010 Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks (BCMSN) #642-812, 90 min. exam Implementing Cisco Switched Networks (SWITCH) #642-813, 120 min. exam March 2010 Troubleshooting and Maintaining Cisco IP Networks (TSHOOT) #642-832, 120 min. exam April 2010 Implementing Secure Converged Cisco Wide-Area Networks (ISCW) #642-825, 90 min. exam No replacement Optimizing Converged Cisco Networks (ONT) #642-845, 90 min. exam No replacement

18. 18 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. CCNP v6.0 Netacad Curriculum  3 new NetAcad courses align with the 3 new Cisco CCNP certification exams  CCNP ROUTE: Implementing IP Routing  Replaces CCNP 5.0 Building Scalable Cisco Internetworks  Scheduled for release in July 2010  CCNP SWITCH: Implementing IP Switched Networks  Replaces CCNP 5.0 Building Multilayer Switched Networks  Scheduled for release in July 2010  CCNP TSHOOT: Troubleshooting and Maintaining IP Networks  New course  Available Now!!!

19. 19 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. CCNP 6.0 NetAcad Solution  Selection of course components based on instructor feedback from CCNP focus groups and advisory council.  Highest perceived value: Labs & Assessments (Final, Chapter, SBAs)  Books identified as an effective option to static on line content  Books follow Cisco instructional design to insure the quality of the story and alignment with the other components  Labs - Downloadable (PDF)  Case studies & Cisco Press Books - No online content  Assessment - online (activation process the same)

20. 20 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. CCNP 6.0 Course Outline Chapter SWITCH: Implementing IP Switching ROUTE: Implementing IP Routing TSHOOT: Maintaining and Troubleshooting IP Networks 1 Analyzing the Cisco Enterprise Campus Architecture Routing Services Planning Maintenance for Complex Networks 2 Implementing VLANs in Campus Networks Implementing an EIGRP-Based Solution Troubleshooting Processes for Complex Enterprise Networks 3Implementing Spanning Tree Implementing an OSPF-Based Solution Using Maintenance and Troubleshooting Tools and Applications 4Implementing Inter-VLAN RoutingManipulating Routing Updates Maintaining and Troubleshooting Campus Switch Solutions 5 Implementing High Availability and Redundancy in a Campus Network Implementing Path Control Maintaining and Troubleshooting Routing Solutions 6Securing the Campus Infrastructure Implementing a BGP Solution for ISP Connectivity Troubleshooting Addressing Services 7 Preparing the Campus Infrastructure for Advanced Services Implementing Routing Facilities for Branch Offices and Mobile Workers Troubleshooting Network Performance Issues 8 Implementing IPv6 in the Enterprise Network Troubleshooting Converged Networks 9 Maintaining and Troubleshooting Network Security Implementations 10 Review and Preparation for Troubleshooting Complex Enterprise Networks

21. 21 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. PT v5.3

22. 22 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.  Improved Linksys models, wireless security  Cable and DSL enhancements  Call Manager Express (VOIP support)  FTP server and routers/switches - Server and Client  Email system (SMTP – POP3) - Server and Client  BGP – limited implementation that allows for a more realistic representation of the Internet for scenarios  Generic IP end devices – to create more versatility in device creation  Activity Wizard Initial Tree enhancements – more scenario variations What’s New in Packet Tracer 5.3

23. 23 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. PT 5.3 and CCNA and CCNP Curricula  CCNA Discovery D1: improved Linksys and wireless– Generic IP end devices D2: better DNS, improved DHCP, wireless security, new FTP, SMTP, POP3, D3: Improved multiarea OSPF, EIGRP, BGP D4: New ISR VOIP, Call Manager Express  CCNA Exploration E1: improved HTTP, DNS, DHCP, new FTP, SMTP, POP3 E2: Improved multiarea OSPF, EIGRP, new BGP E3: Improved Linksys models, wireless security, 802.11 E4: New PPPoE, enhanced IPSec, Cable and DSL enhancements  CCNP Improved multiarea OSPF, EIGRP, new BGP Version 5.3 enhancements provide new or enhanced functionality to help illustrate the following topics:

24. 24 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Packet Tracer 5.3 Protocol Support  Application FTP, SMTP, POP3, HTTP, TFTP, Telnet, SSH, DNS, DHCP, NTP, SNMP, AAA, ISR VOIP, SCCP config and calls ISR command support, Call Manager Express  Transport TCP and UDP, TCP Nagle Algorithm & IP Fragmentation, RTP  Network BGP, IPv4, ICMP, ARP, IPv6, ICMPv6, IPSec, RIPv1/v2/ng, Multi-Area OSPF, EIGRP, Static Routing, Route Redistribution, Multilayer Switching, L3 QoS, NAT, CBAL, Zone-based policy firewall and Intrusion Protection System on the ISR, GRE VPN, IPSec VPN  Network Access/Interface Ethernet (802.3), 802.11, HDLC, Frame Relay, PPP, PPPoE, STP, RSTP, VTP, DTP, CDP, 802.1q, PAgP, L2 QoS, SLARP, Simple WEP, WPA, EAP *New in PT 5.3*Enhanced in PT 5.3

25. 25 © 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Quiz Questions  Which version of ITE is the latest on Academy Connection? 4.1  The CCENT certification is ideally recommended after which course? CCNA Discovery Course 2  Which new CCNP course is now available? Troubleshooting (TSHOOT)

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