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 virtualiza-
tion are changing the way we live, work, play, and learn.
These capabilities are all powered by networks, and orga-
nizations around the world are experiencing a shortage
of qualified ICT candidates to design, install, and manage
these networks.
CCNA Exploration
The Cisco® CCNA® Exploration 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 the globally recognized Cisco CCNA certification.
CCNA Exploration teaches networking based on technol-
ogy, covering networking concepts using a top-down,
theoretical, and integrated approach – from network appli-
cations to the network protocols and services provided
to those applications by the lower layers of the network.
CCNA Exploration includes the following features:
• Courses emphasize critical thinking, problem solving,
collaboration, and the practical application of skills, and
provide students with the skills needed to succeed in
networking-related degree programs
• Rich multimedia content, including Flash-based interac-
tive activities, videos, games, and quizzes, addresses a
variety of learning styles and help stimulate learning and
increase knowledge retention
• Packet Tracer simulation-based learning activities pro-
mote 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 and encourage
exploration and research
• Innovative assessments provide immediate feedback to
support the evaluation of knowledg