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CERTIFICATION CROSSWALK SUMMARY
AREA OF CERTIFICATION: Cisco Certified Network Associate - Compared Curriculum (CCNA-Curr)
WHAT IS CISCO CERTIFIED NETWORK ASSOCIATE - COMPARED CURRICULUM? The Cisco Certified Network Associate - Compared Curriculum was developed to train students and instructors on topics pertaining to the Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) exam. Concepts covered in this curriculum include networking, network terminology and protocols, network standards, LANs, WANs, the layers of the OSI reference model, cabling, cabling tools, routers, router programming, topologies, IP addressing, and network standards. Particular emphasis is given to the use of techniques in the maintenance and use of networking software, tools, and equipment. Projects and case studies, performance labs and skill tests are interwoven into this four-semester course. Skill tests and on-line mastery tests are given at the end of each semester. Students must pass all semesters before continuing the course.
CISCO CERTIFIED NETWORK ASSOCIATE - COMPARED CURRICULUM CROSSWALK WITH OHIO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COMPETENCY PROFILE
The competencies listed below were identified by a panel of industry and education representatives to be addressed in CCNA-Curriculum.

PLEASE NOTE:
X = competency is addressed
O = competency is partially addressed
Unit CCNA-Curr
Unit 1: Information Technology Basics
1.1 Demonstrate basic knowledge of the history of information technology X
1.2 Demonstrate knowledge of the impact of information technology on society X
1.3 Demonstrate knowledge of the hardware components associated with information systems X
1.5 Identify career opportunities in information systems X
1.6 Explore the future of information technologies X
Unit 2: Computer Applications
2.1 Create documents using word processing software X
2.5 Create presentations using presentation graphics software X
Unit 3: Data Communications
3.1 Demonstrate knowledge of basic data communications components and trends X
3.2 Access information using electronic sources X
Unit 5: Applied Programming Languages
5.1 Apply computational and logical operations X

Unit 6: Computer User Support

6.1 Analyze technical support needed

X

6.2 Perform customer service

X

6.3 Provide support and training

O
Unit 8: Software Systems Management
8.1 Install/configure software programs X
8.2 Perform configuration management activities X
Unit 15: Internet
15.1 Demonstrate basic knowledge of the Internet X
15.2 Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the Internet X
15.3 Access the Internet X
15.4 Utilize Internet services X
Unit 16: Web Page Design
16.1 Demonstrate knowledge of web page basics O
16.2 Demonstrate knowledge of Internet programming basics X
16.3 Apply knowledge of basic web programming O
16.4 Apply knowledge of web hosting X
16.8 Link documents O
Unit 18: Hardware Design, Operation, and Maintenance
18.1 Demonstrate knowledge of hardware standards O
18.2 Analyze the computer site environment X
18.3 Demonstrate knowledge of computer architecture and processor types X
18.4 Demonstrate basic knowledge of computer system architecture X
18.5 Demonstrate knowledge of CPU components X
18.6 Demonstrate a basic knowledge of connectivity devices X
18.7 Explain operation of microprocessor systems X
18.9 Design computer systems X
18.10 Install computer system (e.g., monitor, keyboard, disk drive, and printer) O
18.11 Troubleshoot computer systems X
Unit 19: Operating Systems
19.1 Describe system components O
19.2 Demonstrate knowledge of computer memory O
19.4 Maintain security requirements X
19.5 Operate system X
19.6 Maintain system X
Unit 20: Networking
20.1 Demonstrate knowledge of basic network classifications and topologies X
20.2 Demonstrate knowledge of local-area network (LAN) trends and issues X
20.3 Demonstrate knowledge of common network computing platforms X
20.4 Demonstrate knowledge of LAN physical media X
20.5 Demonstrate knowledge of network connectivity basics X
20.6 Differentiate processes, services, and protocols X
20.7 Demonstrate knowledge of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) standard (ISO Standard 7498) X
20.8 Demonstrate knowledge of communication standards for networks X
Unit 21: Network Architectures
21.1 Demonstrate knowledge of the basics of network architecture X
21.2 Demonstrate knowledge of the basics of Ethernet technology X
21.3 Demonstrate knowledge of the basics of token ring technology X
21.4 Demonstrate knowledge of the basics of token bus, Fiber Distributed-Data Interface (FDDI), and wireless LAN technology X
21.5 Demonstrate knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol X
21.6 Demonstrate knowledge of basic communication protocols X
21.7 Install basic system architectures using current Windows operating system software X
Unit 22: Network Operating Systems
22.1 Demonstrate knowledge of the general characteristics of network operating systems X
22.2 Demonstrate knowledge of network operating systems (i.e., Novell NetWare, Windows NT, LINUX, UNIX, IBM Network, AppleTalk) X
Unit 23: Wide-Area Networks
23.1 Demonstrate knowledge of basic telecommunications and the interconnection of networks X
23.2 Assess user needs for a wide-area network (WAN) X
23.3 Design WAN systems X
Unit 24: Network Management
24.1 Demonstrate knowledge of network management activities and procedures X
24.4 Perform network analysis, selection, and design X
24.5 Design network security systems X
24.6 Perform network installation procedures X
24.7 Build Ethernet networks X
24.8 Perform network operation procedures X
24.10 Perform network administration X
24.11 Perform network maintenance and diagnostics and testing X
Unit 30: Information Systems (IS) Theory
30.1 Demonstrate a basic knowledge of systems theory and quality concepts X
30.2 Identify system infrastructure X
30.4 Compare/contrast individual and collaborative knowledge work X
30.5 Plan strategies for implementing system X
30.6 Facilitate measures of achievement X
Unit 31: Information Systems Management
31.1 Conduct organizational planning for information systems X
31.2 Establish how information systems will be developed and managed within the organization X
Unit 32: Information System Analysis and Design
32.2 Initiate a system project X
32.3 Perform a detailed system investigation and analysis X
32.4 Design an information system X
Unit 33: System Installation and Maintenance
33.2 Install system X
33.3 Perform software configuration and loading X
33.4 Monitor the information system X
33.5 Perform system maintenance X
33.7 Troubleshoot problems X
33.8 Evaluate problem-solving processes and outcomes X
33.9 Perform software upgrades and fixes X
Unit 35: Project Management
35.3 Develop time and activity plan to achieve objectives X
35.4 Manage work processes and procedures X

Unit 36: Communication

36.1 Apply communication skills

X

36.2 Compose documents

X
36.3 Demonstrate sensitivity in communicating with a diverse workforce X
36.4 Deliver oral presentations X
36.5 Build interpersonal skills with individuals and other team members X
Unit 37: Technical Writing and Documentation
37.1 Evaluate technical writing requirements X
37.2 Write technical reports X
37.3 Conduct technical research X
37.4 Design technical documentation X
37.5 Develop technical documentation X
Unit 38: Customer Relations
38.1 Build customer relations X
38.2 Perform scheduling functions to meet customers needs X
Unit 42: Management and Supervision
42.1 Maintain a safe working environment X
Unit 43: Business Law, Ethics and Legal Issues
43.5 Demonstrate knowledge of social, ethical, and legal issues in the information technology field X
Unit 44: Quality Assurance
44.3 Apply knowledge of quality cost implications X
44.4 Produce a quality product X
Unit 49: Telecommunications
49.1 Demonstrate knowledge of transmission line applications X
49.2 Demonstrate proficiency in working with transmitters and receivers X
49.3 Demonstrate knowledge of various types of multiplexing systems X
49.4 Troubleshoot transmitters, receivers, and antennas X
49.5 Demonstrate proficiency in working with data communications X
49.6 Troubleshoot data communications X
49.7 Demonstrate proficiency in working with fiber optic communications systems X