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CCNA Discovery
Packet Tracer simulation-based learning activities promote the exploration of networking concepts and allow
students to experiment with network behavior and ask
what if questions
Hands-on labs help students develop critical thinking
and complex problem solving skills
Innovative assessments provide immediate feedback to
support the evaluation of knowledge and acquired skills
The Internet is changing life as we know it bringing

new economic and social opportunities to communities
throughout the world, and increasing the global demand
for information and communication technology (ICT) skills.
Innovations such as social networking, cloud computing,
e-commerce, web conferencing, and desktop virtualization are changing the way we live, work, play, and learn.
These capabilities are all powered by networks, and organizations around the world are experiencing a shortage
of qualified ICT candidates to design, install, and manage
these networks.
CCNA Discovery
The Cisco CCNA Discovery curriculum provides the
experience needed to help meet the growing demand
for ICT professionals. The courses help prepare students
for entry-level career opportunities, continuing education,
and globally recognized Cisco certifications.
CCNA Discovery teaches networking based on application, covering networking concepts within the context of
network environments students may encounter in their
daily lives from small office and home office (SOHO) networking to more complex enterprise and theoretical networking models later in the curriculum. CCNA Discovery
includes the following features:
Courses emphasize critical thinking, problem solving,
collaboration, and the practical application of skills
Rich multimedia content, including Flash-based interactive activities, videos, games, and quizzes, addresses a
variety of learning styles and help stimulate learning and
increase knowledge retention
Case studies provide critical and strategic thinking

scenarios to help students develop soft skills such as
analyzing business objectives, planning timelines and
resources, and delivering customer presentations
Networking concepts are explained using language that
works well for learners at all levels and embedded interactive activities break up reading of the content and help
reinforce understanding
Course Description
CCNA Discovery provides general networking theory
and the basics of routing, switching, and advanced technologies using a spiral approach, where concepts are
presented in the context of the types of practical networks
students may encounter; from home and small offices, to
more complex enterprise models.
The curriculum helps students prepare for the industrystandard CCNA certification exam. The first two courses
of CCNA Discovery also prepare students for the Cisco
CCENT certification for entry network technicians, an
optional first step toward earning the CCNA certification.
CCNA Discovery can be delivered as an independent
curriculum or integrated into a broader course of study,
such as technology or continuing education programs.
The curriculum consists of four courses delivered sequentially. Each course includes a troubleshooting chapter
and advanced technologies (voice, video, wireless, and
security) are introduced throughout the curriculum.
Cisco Networking Academy

In partnership with schools and organizations around the
world, the Cisco Networking Academy program delivers
a comprehensive learning experience to help students
develop information and communication technology (ICT)
At-A-Glance
Course Name
Description
Networking for Home

and Small Businesses
Uses a SOHO network to introduce some

basic networking concepts such as cabling,
addressing, wireless, and security, and
teaches students how to plan, deploy, and
troubleshoot a small network.
Working at a Smallto-Medium Business

or ISP
The second and third courses use small

and medium business and enterprise
sized networks to take concepts such as IP
addressing, switching, routing, WAN technologies, and security to the next level.
Introducing Routing
and Switching in the
Enterprise
As the complexity and size of the network

grows, associated concepts such as advanced
routing protocols, enterprise switching, and
network performance are introduced.
Designing and
Supporting Computer
Networks
Consolidates many of the concepts and introduces elements of network design, equipment selection and configuration, and LAN
and WAN addressing. An integrated case
study presents critical thinking scenarios to
help students develop skills such as analyzing business objectives, determining technical requirements and constraints, planning
timelines and resources, and preparing and
delivering customer presentations
skills for entry-level career opportunities, continuing education, and globally-recognized career certifications.
Networking Academy teaches ICT skills to students from
virtually every socioeconomic background and region of
the world. Students gain the skills needed to pursue networking careers in a variety of industries such as technology, healthcare, financial services, fashion, entertainment,
and more. Students also gain access to a global support
group, career developments tools, and social networking
resources to help them become architects of the human
network.
For More Information

Cisco Networking Academy
www.cisco.com/go/netacad
Course Catalog
www.cisco.com/go/netacadcourses
Locate an academy
www.cisco.com/go/academylocator
Certifications
www.cisco.com/go/certifications
Copyright 2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. CCNA, Cisco, Cisco IOS, Cisco Systems, the Cisco Systems logo, and Networking Academy are registered trademarks or trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the United States and
certain other countries.
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CCNA Discovery

The Internet is changing life as we know it bringing

Case studies provide critical and strategic thinking

Cisco Networking Academy

Networking for Home

Uses a SOHO network to introduce some

Working at a Smallto-Medium Business

The second and third courses use small

As the complexity and size of the network

For More Information

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