Cisco Systems/Cybersecurity
Curriculum
CISCO 1: IT ESSENTIALS (MVHS)
2 Credits
This double period course provides engaging interactive experiences with hands-on labs, rich assessments, simulation activities, and virtual learning tools. Students will use Cisco NetSpace with an improved user interface, improved learning and teaching experience, and enhanced features and functionality. Students will take the Precision Exams Computer Repair and Maintenance Exam for certification.
Prerequisite: Career and Financial Management
CISCO 2: CCNA ROUTING AND SWITCHING (MVHS)
2 Credits
Cisco 2: CCNA Routing and Switching includes a comprehensive overview of networking concepts and skills, from network applications to the protocols and services provided to those applications by the lower layers of the network. Emphasis will be on practical application, workforce readiness, and soft skills development.
Prerequisite: Cisco 1: IT Essentials
CCNA CYBERSECURITY (MVHS)
2 Credits
CCNA Cybersecurity introduces the core security concepts and skills needed to install, troubleshoot, and monitor a network to maintain the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data and devices. Students will take the Cisco CCNA Technician Exam for certification.
Prerequisite: Cisco 1: IT Essentials and Cisco 2: CCNA Routing and Switching
CONTACT INFO
Christopher Burnside
Cisco Systems/Cybersecurity Teacher
cburnside@mtvernoncsd.org
(914) 665-4007