White Papers_Chapin_CCNAvsICND_vGK

This document is intended to help students determine whether or not they are ready to take our CCNA BootCamp.Whether they are ready to start the CCNA curriculum or need a basic network fundamentals foundationfirst, this white paper can help them determine which path is right and how to begin each. Since studentshave varying degrees of knowledge, this paper is only intended as a “knowledge check” as to what additionaltraining may be needed in order to attend our ICND1, ICND2, or CCNA Boot Camp. This document is notintended to be used as a final judgment of the student’s abilities or knowledge,...
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White Papers_Chapin_CCNAvsICND_vGKExpert Reference Series of White Papers CCNA vs. ICND: Where Should You Begin?1-800-COURSES www.globalknowledge.comCCNA vs. ICND:Where Should You Begin?Rick Chapin, Global Knowledge InstructorIntroductionThis document is intended to help students determine whether or not they are ready to take our CCNA BootCamp. Whether they are ready to start the CCNA curriculum or need a basic network fundamentals foundationfirst, this white paper can help them determine which path is right and how to begin each. Since studentshave varying degrees of knowledge, this paper is only intended as a “knowledge check” as to what additionaltraining may be needed in order to attend our ICND1, ICND2, or CCNA Boot Camp. This document is notintended to be used as a final judgment of the student’s abilities or knowledge, but rather it is an overview ofhow a student can determine and develop his or her right path to success.This paper is divided into three sections. The first section, Types of Assessments, shows you the differenttests available to help you determine into which level of CCNA aptitude you fall. The next two sections addressthe two types of levels students fall into: entry-level and CCNA-level. These last two sections: 1. Set the expectations of student knowledge for the course or courses taken 2. Discuss types of students, needs, and experience levels (qualifying the experience level and matching to either the CCNA Boot Camp or ICND1 and ICND2 3. Explain the CCNA Boot Camp pre-work, post-work, and extended hours 4. Discuss the CCNA Boot Camp pre-assessment test and how to access the test 5. Discuss the standard Global Knowledge Pre-Assessment Test 6. Explain the value of using a blended-learning approach, combining Virtual Classroom E-Learning (VCeL ), Self-Paced e-Learning (SPeL), and instructor-led classroom formats 7. Provide recommendations when students feels that their networking experience or knowledge is not adequate enough for the CCNA Boot Camp or ICND courses. 8. Next steps students can take after completing the ICND courses or CCNA Boot CampTypes of AssessmentsThere are many types of assessments students can use to determine into which level of student they fall. Thefollowing are some of the assessment tools Global Knowledge employs.Self-Assessment QuestionsThese types of questions are useful at the start of the assessment procedure and should not be used as a finaljudgment of anyone’s abilities. They help a potential student begin thinking about what he or she understandsabout networking and how much additional knowledge is needed before beginning training. The following is alist of self-assessment questions we recommend asking. Answers can be found at the end of this white paper.Copyright ©2008 Global Knowledge Training LLC. All rights reserved. Page 2 1. What is an IP Packet used for? 2. What does an ICMP provide? 3. ARPs provide which type of information? 4. How many classes are there for IPv4 addresses? 5. Why do we need Subnetting? 6. What does a Subnet Mask do? 7. What is the difference between Static and Dynamic Routing? 8. For what is a WAN connection needed? 9. What is the difference between User and Privilege modes on a Router? 10. The configuration file is stored in which location on the Switch?If you do not know the answers to the questions above or do not understand what is being asked, a basic net-working class would be your next appropriate step.Global Knowledge – Mentoring Assessment Testing System (MATS)Global Knowledge provides online assessment tests to help determine your knowledge level. The followingaddress will link to those assessments:http://db.globalknowledge.com/test/setDir.aspTests Available on the Global Knowledge Web SiteThe tests listed in the following chart are also available to help assess the starting point for a student’s train-ing and/or certification path. Length Number ofTest Name (minutes) QuestionsNetworking – Network Management 15 10Cisco – CCNA Boot Camp Skills Check 60 20Microsoft – IT Skills 60 20Management Pre-Assessment Quiz 60 26Business Analysis Quiz 60 20Networking – Understanding Networking Fundamentals Pre-Assessment Test ...