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The Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) program aims to qualify trainees to gain foundational and advanced knowledge and skills in computer networking according to Cisco’s global standards. The program focuses on a deep understanding of networking concepts, communication protocols, routing and switching, and network security, while enhancing the practical aspect through lab applications (labs) and simulations using professional tools. This enables the trainee to design and manage networks efficiently and prepares them to successfully pass the CCNA exam.
General Objective of the Program
To enable trainees to design, operate, troubleshoot, and secure computer networks according to the Cisco CCNA curriculum, and to build a professional foundation that qualifies them to work in networking or progress toward advanced Cisco certifications.
Detailed Objectives
By the end of the program, the trainee will be able to:
- Understand computer networking fundamentals, types, and models.
- Identify physical and logical network components.
- Apply IP addressing and subnetting efficiently.
- Configure routers and switches.
- Understand basic routing protocols.
- Manage LAN and WAN networks.
- Apply basic network security concepts.
- Configure wireless networks.
- Understand basic network automation and programming concepts.
- Analyze network faults and troubleshoot issues.
- Execute practical scenarios using network simulators.
- Prepare professionally for the Cisco CCNA exam.
Training Modules
Module 1: Networking Fundamentals
- Concept and types of networks
- OSI and TCP/IP models
- Communication media and network devices
Module 2: IP Addressing & Subnetting
- IPv4 & IPv6
- Subnetting
- Practical address calculations
Module 3: Switching
- Switch operation principles
- Trunking & VLANs
- STP basics
Module 4: Routing
- Router fundamentals
- Static & dynamic routing
- Basic routing protocols
Module 5: Wireless Networks
- Wireless standards
- Wireless setup and security
Module 6: Network Security
- Network security concepts
- Access Control Lists (ACLs)
- Firewall basics
Module 7: WAN Technologies
- Wide area networking technologies
- ISP services
Module 8: Automation & Modern Networking
- Network automation
- SDN and APIs basics
Module 9: Troubleshooting & Practical Applications
- Troubleshooting
- Integrated practical scenarios
- CCNA mock exam review
Certification Accreditation
- Local Accreditation: Al-Mubdi’un Center at King Abdulaziz University – Professional Certification
- International: Cisco Continuing Professional Development Accreditation (Cisco)
Program Details
- Language: Arabic (with technical terms in English)
- Duration: 80 training hours
- Days: 16 days
Program Advantages
- Fully aligned with the updated Cisco CCNA curriculum
- Intensive hands-on labs
- Professional preparation for the job market
- CCNA exam readiness support
- Specialized networking instructors
- Modern practical training content
Target Audience
- IT and Computer Science graduates
- IT support and technical staff
- Those seeking a career in networking
- Junior network administrators
- Technical college and university students
Fee Reimbursement
Program and exam fees are fully reimbursable through the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF – “Hadaf”), provided the trainee passes the exam and obtains the professional certification.
Program Outcomes
By the end of the program, the trainee will gain:
- Comprehensive understanding of Cisco networking concepts
- Skills to configure wired and wireless networks
- Ability to troubleshoot network issues
- Professional readiness for the Cisco CCNA exam
- Certificate of completion (80-hour Cisco Networking Specialist program)
Exam Method
- Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours)
- Number of questions: approximately 90–110
- Question types:
- Multiple Choice (Single & Multiple Answer)
- Drag & Drop
- Simulation
- Scenario-Based Questions
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