Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP)

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This course is the final step towards professional certification in computer networking - successful completion of the course will enable you to design, build and maintain computer networks. The course is designed for those who already hold the CCNA qualification and have a certificate registration number with Cisco. London Metropolitan University was established as a "Cisco Regional Academy" in 1998, and is one of the very few places in the UK that has been certified by Cisco Systems to provide CCNP training in one of the most advanced CISCO training laboratories in the UK.

Career opportunities

CCNP is a coveted qualification that will boost the career prospects of any networking professional. The awards from the Academy and the CCNP are well received by industry because these qualifications are supported by gained practical experience.

Course structure

The London Metropolitan University North Campus Cisco Academy is one of the very few places in the UK which has been certified by Cisco Systems to provide CCNP training. The program is designed for CCNA Qualified Networking engineers.
CCNP is a coveted qualification that will boost the career prospects of any networking professional.
The following information is taken from cisco.com and closely reflects the course structure of the Networking Academy.
CCNP1, ROUTE: Implementing Cisco IP Routing

This course teaches students how to implement, monitor, and maintain routing services in an enterprise network. Students will learn how to plan, configure, and verify the implementation of complex enterprise LAN and WAN routing solutions, using a range of routing protocols. The course also covers the configuration of secure routing solutions to support branch offices and mobile workers. Comprehensive labs emphasize hands-on learning and practice to reinforce configuration skills.
Course Prerequisites: None. CCNA-level knowledge and skills required.
CCNP2, SWITCH: Implementing Cisco IP Switching

This course teaches students how to implement, monitor, and maintain switching in converged enterprise networks. Students will learn how to plan, configure, and verify the implementation of complex enterprise switching solutions using the Cisco Enterprise Campus Architecture. The course also covers the secure integration of VLANs, WLANs, voice, and video into campus networks. Comprehensive labs emphasize hands-on learning and practice to reinforce configuration skills.
Course Prerequisites: None. CCNA-level knowledge and skills required.
CCNP3, TSHOOT: Maintaining and Troubleshooting Cisco IP Networks

This course teaches students how to monitor and maintain complex, enterprise routed and switched IP networks. Skills learned include the planning and execution of regular network maintenance, as well as support and troubleshooting using technology-based processes and best practices, in a systematic and ITIL-compliant approach. Extensive labs emphasize hands-on learning and practice to reinforce troubleshooting techniques.

Course Prerequisites: Both CCNP ROUTE and CCNP SWITCH

Assessment

Continuous assessment methods include multiple-choice multiple-answer tests, a final on-line test, plus a practical skills examination for each semester. You must pass each semester before going on to the next one.

Pass the CCNA award and have a certificate registration number with Cisco. A minimum English qualification as illustrated below (or equivalent):IELTS5.5 with all components 5.0 or aboveTOEFL550 with 4 in TWE (Test of Written English) or 213 in the computer based test (essay rating 4)For more information about how to take an IELTS exam (the preferred qualification) look at the British Council's Website. It may be possible to be exempt from formal English qualifications if: you have high grades in English throughout your education your education has been undertaken in the medium of English you demonstrate good written and oral skills on the application form and at the interviewThe course requires familiarity with the use of the Internet along with some basic keyboard and office style application skills. Our instructors reserve the right to refuse entry to the course to any candidate they consider inadequate for the study of CCNP course material.You must be able to pay the fee before the start of the course. You may arrange payment by instalments with our finance department. English Language Requirements CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 75 (Grade B)