Cisco Networking Academy Student Guide & Exam Discounts

Cisco Networking Academy Guide for Students

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Contents Purpose .......................................................................................................................................................... 4 Access to Cisco Networking Academy ........................................................................................................... 5 Course enrolment ...................................................................................................................................... 5 Access to Skills for All with Cisco .................................................................................................................... 6 Course enrolment ...................................................................................................................................... 6 Navigating Cisco courses ................................................................................................................................ 7 Legacy course structure ............................................................................................................................ 7 Introduction to Packet Tracer course structure ........................................................................................ 9 New course structure .............................................................................................................................. 10 Cisco Packet Tracer ....................................................................................................................................... 11 Installing Packet Tracer ............................................................................................................................ 11 Packet Tracer Authentication .................................................................................................................. 12 Learn to use Cisco Packet Tracer ............................................................................................................. 14 Getting Started with Cisco Packet Tracer (2 hours) ......................................................... 14 Exploring Networking with Cisco Packet Tracer (3 hours) ............................................... 14 Exploring IoT with Cisco Packet Tracer (3 hours) ............................................................. 14 Cisco Exams .................................................................................................................................................. 15 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ............................................................................................................. 16 Resources ..................................................................................................................................................... 17 Attributions .................................................................................................................................................. 18 Help us maintain this document .................................................................................................................. 18 Resource ID: Topic_ICTResources_TL_CiscoNetacadGuide Page 3 of 18 © NSW TAFE

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Purpose The ‘Cisco Networking Academy ’ (NetAcad) and the ‘ Skills for All with Cisco’ websites may be used by TAFE Information Technology students to access learning resources. This access includes activities such as quizzes, labs and simulations. It also provides access to Cisco Packet Tracer software for simulating networks. This guide will provide you with basic information about how to access and use the ‘NetAcad’ and ‘Skills for All’ resources. It will supplement your TAFE learning and assessment resources. This guide includes the following:  Access to Cisco Networking Academy  Access to Skills for All with Cisco  Navigating Cisco Networking Academy courses  Cisco Packet Tracer  Cisco Exams  Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)  Resources. Resource ID: Topic_ICTResources_TL_CiscoNetacadGuide Page 4 of 18 © NSW TAFE

Access to Cisco Networking Academy Cisco Networking Academy (NetAcad) is located here https://www.netacad.com/ . Make sure you bookmark this site for easier access. Please note that the NetAcad website is separate from the regular Cisco ( cisco.com ) website. Your teacher, or other authorised TAFE staff member, can arrange for a NetAcad account for you. Your TAFE email address should be used as your NetAcad email address . You will need to setup your new NetAcad password following the activation email supplied to you by your teacher or via self-enrolment. Make sure that you follow best cyber security practices with this account. Do not share your account with anyone. This account is not directly linked to your TAFE NSW username and password that is used for the TAFE portal. You will need to logon to this website separately. Course enrolment Your teacher will arrange for you to be enrolled in the NetAcad courses as per the learning requirements for the unit(s) you are studying. In addition the Networking Essentials and Introduction to Packet Tracer are free self-enrol courses. These courses will still be added to your NetAcad I'm Learning list. This course enrolment does not include activation of the NetAcad Exams. Resource ID: Topic_ICTResources_TL_CiscoNetacadGuide Page 5 of 18 © NSW TAFE

Access to Skills for All with Cisco Skills for All with Cisco is located here https://skillsforall.com/ . You may decide to bookmark this site for easier access. Please note that the Skills for All website is separate from the regular Cisco ( cisco.com ) website. Skills for All is brought to you by the Cisco Networking Academy. It is the latest advancement in Cisco’s purpose to power an inclusive digital future with leading-edge courses and resources. It has been designed by industry experts to empower all people with career opportunities specifically for online learning and at no charge . (Source: Cisco Skills For All ) To learn more about Skills for All please go to the About Us page. This account is not directly linked to your TAFE NSW username and password though the TAFE portal. You will need to logon to this website separately. Course enrolment You have several options available to log in to Skills for All . Please follow these steps to log in: 1. Go to https://skillsforall.com/ 2. Click the 'person' icon 3. Choose which option you would like to use a. Input your registered email address and password b. Google account c. Cisco.com account d. Sign up for a new account Resource ID: Topic_ICTResources_TL_CiscoNetacadGuide Page 6 of 18 © NSW TAFE

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Navigating Cisco courses In ‘NetAcad’ and ‘Skills for All’ there are a range of courses with varying course navigation structures. This changes according to the course with some legacy courses having a different structure to the new or updated courses. Legacy course structure The IT Essentials: PC Hardware & Software course currently has a legacy form of course structure. It is broken down into Chapters (e.g., Chapter 1), Sections (e.g., Section 1.1), Topics (e.g., Topic 1.1.1) and Pages (e.g., Page 1.1.1.1). To view content, you must: 1. Launch Course from the IT Essentials Course Home page 2. Select the Chapter , then Section , then Topic and finally Page until you find the content you are seeking. Figure 1 Cisco IT Essentials: PC Hardware & Software course navigation structure Resource ID: Topic_ICTResources_TL_CiscoNetacadGuide Page 7 of 18 © NSW TAFE

When the course content page is displayed, you may move from one page to the next by clicking on the navigation circles at the bottom of the screen, as shown in the following Figure 2. A tutorial on how to use this navigational structure is available from any IT Essentials course content page. At the bottom right of the screen, go to Help > Course Navigation Tutorial . Figure 2 Cisco IT Essentials: PC Hardware & Software page navigation Resource ID: Topic_ICTResources_TL_CiscoNetacadGuide Page 8 of 18 © NSW TAFE

Introduction to Packet Tracer course structure The Introduction to Packet Tracer course has its own unique course structure. It is broken down into Chapters, which you work through one after another. Please see the following Figure 3. To access the course content click on any of the Chapter links. Figure 3 Cisco Introduction to Packet Tracer course structure To move from one Chapter to the next, click on the arrow links at the bottom of the screen, as shown in the following Figure 4. You may also use the Jump to… dropdown list to quickly go to a specific place in the course. Figure 4 Cisco Introduction to Packet Tracer navigation Resource ID: Topic_ICTResources_TL_CiscoNetacadGuide Page 9 of 18 © NSW TAFE

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New course structure Most of the remainder of the NetAcad courses have the new form of course structure. Courses, such as Networking Essentials, are broken down into Modules (e.g., 1 Communications in a Connected World), Sections (e.g., 1.1 Network Types) and Topics (e.g., 1.1.1 Everything is Online). To view content, you must: 1. Launch Course from the Course Home page 2. Select the Module, Section and Topic until you find the content you are seeking. You may need to use the open ( ˅ ) and close ( ˄ ) arrows to access the navigation links. This is shown in the following Figure 5. Figure 5 New NetAcad course navigation structure Resource ID: Topic_ICTResources_TL_CiscoNetacadGuide Page 10 of 18 © NSW TAFE

Cisco Packet Tracer Cisco Packet Tracer is a tool used for network simulations. It is used widely throughout the Cisco courses and some network tutorial activities. It will also be referenced in various labs and exercises. You need to be very familiar with this software. Ensure you have installed an up-to-date version of Packet Tracer before commencing your study. Four problem types supported by Packet Tracer include:  Concept-builders : model-building inquiries leading to student-created explications and animations of networking concepts  Skill-builders : algorithmic problem solving in support of the development of networking procedural knowledge  Design challenges : constraint-based problems with multiple correct solutions  Troubleshooting challenges : diagnosing, isolating, and fixing the simulated network from a previously bugged network file (Source: https://www.netacad.com/courses/packet-tracer/teaching ) Installing Packet Tracer To install Cisco Packet Tracer: 1. Logon to the Cisco Networking Academy 2. Go to Resources > Download Packet Tracer https://www.netacad.com/portal/resources/packet-tracer 3. Scroll down to the download for your operating system 4. Download and install the software as usual. There are currently downloads of Cisco Packet Tracer available for desktop versions of:  Windows (64bit & 32 bit)  Linux (64bit)  macOS (64bit) Resource ID: Topic_ICTResources_TL_CiscoNetacadGuide Page 11 of 18 © NSW TAFE

Packet Tracer Authentication Please note that Packet Tracer requires authentication to unlock its full functionality. This means you will need an active internet connection and a valid NetAcad account to use the full functionality of Cisco Packet Tracer. You can select ‘Keep me logged in (for 3 months)’ as per the following screenshot, if you are not using a shared computer. NetAcad.com : 1. Click the blue ‘ Cisco Networking Academy ’ link - DO NOT click the link in the ‘Learn more about Networking Academy’ sentence Figure 6 Packet Tracer login screen 2. A new window will open; enter the email address associated with your NetAcad account and click ‘Next’ 3. Enter your password and click ‘Log in’ Resource ID: Topic_ICTResources_TL_CiscoNetacadGuide Page 12 of 18 © NSW TAFE

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SkillsForAll.com : 1. Click the green ‘ Cisco Skills For All ’ link - DO NOT click the link in the ‘Learn more about Skills for All’ sentence Figure 7 Packet Tracer login screen 2. A new browser tab will open where you will enter your login information for Skills for All 3. You will receive a confirmation message: ‘You have successfully logged in to Cisco Packet Tracer. You may close this tab.’ 4. Close the tab and go to Packet Tracer (Source: https://www.netacad.com/portal/faq-page/packet-tracer ) Resource ID: Topic_ICTResources_TL_CiscoNetacadGuide Page 13 of 18 © NSW TAFE

Learn to use Cisco Packet Tracer Cisco Packet Tracer is a powerful tool. To help you get started, it is recommended you take the following courses to learn valuable tips and best practices. You will be directed to self-paced courses in Cisco’s new learner experience on SkillsForAll.com located at Cisco Skills For All – Cisco Packet Tracer . (you may sign-in using your NetAcad.com credentials): Getting Started with Cisco Packet Tracer (2 hours) Link: https://skillsforall.com/course/getting-started-cisco-packet-tracer This is a quick on-ramp course for those who are new to Packet Tracer. This course is designed to familiarize you with the Cisco Packet Tracer simulation and visualization environment, it showcases recent features and the latest user interface. Exploring Networking with Cisco Packet Tracer (3 hours) Link: https://skillsforall.com/course/exploring-networking-cisco-packet-tracer Once you finish the Getting Started course, explore how Packet Tracer can help you learn networking. Practice using Cisco Packet Tracer to set up, manage, and monitor a small office network in this interactive course. Exploring IoT with Cisco Packet Tracer (3 hours) Link: https://skillsforall.com/course/exploring-iot-cisco-packet-tracer Once you finish the Getting Started course, expand your Cisco Packet Tracer skills with Internet of Things (IoT). Learn how to add and configure IoT devices in Packet Tracer and create your own smart home network. (Source: https://www.netacad.com/portal/resources/packet-tracer ) Additionally, there is also a plethora of videos about Packet Tracer available on YouTube . Resource ID: Topic_ICTResources_TL_CiscoNetacadGuide Page 14 of 18 © NSW TAFE

Cisco Exams Many of the Cisco courses have exams and certifications associated with them. For the courses that require you to be enrolled by an instructor, these exams and certifications are not part of your standard TAFE course enrolment, and they will not be activated by default. Please note that Cisco quizzes are different to the Cisco exams, and these will generally be activated in your Cisco course. Cisco quizzes are self-marking, may be completed multiple times, and are recommended as an important revision tool. Exams are conducted through Cisco Networking Academies throughout the TAFE regions. There may be a commercial fee associated with taking Cisco exams and certifications. Students who finish certain Cisco NetAcad courses, and have met eligibility requirements, may be entitled to a Certification Exam Discount voucher (for further details see NetAcad FAQs). To help prepare for your exam you may wish to have the relevant Cisco course trial exam activated by your instructor under your Cisco course enrolment. To find out more about your TAFE course and/or Cisco exams and certifications talk to your course instructor/teacher or head teacher at your local TAFE college. Alternatively, contact TAFE Customer Service on 1300 045 737 for any general course enquiries. Resource ID: Topic_ICTResources_TL_CiscoNetacadGuide Page 15 of 18 © NSW TAFE

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Am I able to access Cisco course content outside of my unit's learning requirements? You are free to access all the course topics, for your enrolled Cisco courses, except the Cisco Exams. At this time, you may only access the course content for the courses linked to your TAFE unit's learning requirements. This means you will not be able to enrol in other Cisco courses unless your teacher decides that it is useful for your TAFE unit's learning. The exception to this are the Cisco free self-enrol courses such as Networking Essentials and Introduction to Packet Tracer . How long will my Cisco account last? Will I be able to access my courses after I have finished my TAFE course? Your account will remain open after you complete your TAFE course. However, your enrolled Cisco course access will expire at the time set by your teacher. This time period should ensure you have sufficient time to complete the unit's learning requirements for your TAFE course (maximum 364 days). If you wish to remain as an active Cisco Network Academy member then you should change the email address to your personal email, after completing your TAFE course. Make sure you log in regularly to keep the account active (say every 3 months). I have previously completed Cisco NetAcad exams and/or certification and have a Cisco Certificate of Completion to prove it. Can I use this to gain recognition for my TAFE unit? The Cisco NetAcad exams and certifications, by themselves, do not provide sufficient evidence to gain recognition in a TAFE unit. You will need to provide additional evidence to cover the content of the TAFE unit not included in the Cisco NetAcad exam. This may include practical lab skills, foundation skills and knowledge. Your teacher or assessor will be able to guide you in the additional required evidence. I have already completed a Cisco NetAcad course that is part of my TAFE unit's learning requirements. Do I have to do it again? If your knowledge is fresh, then you may not need to redo the content. You can negotiate this with your teacher. We would always recommend at least a quick refresh of the content to ensure you are able to complete the TAFE unit's assessment requirements. Resource ID: Topic_ICTResources_TL_CiscoNetacadGuide Page 16 of 18 © NSW TAFE

Resources Resource Location Cisco Networking Academy https://www.netacad.com/portal/ Skills for All with Cisco https://skillsforall.com/ Cisco Learning Network https://learningnetwork.cisco.com/ Cisco Certification Quick Reference Guide - NetAcad https://www.netacad.com/sites/default/files/certification-reference- guide.pdf Cisco Press Chapters and Articles https://www.ciscopress.com/articles/index.asp This includes sample chapters for Cisco Press books. Free to enrol courses Examples include:  Networking Essentials  Introduction to Packet Tracer  Introduction to IoT (Internet of Things) For a list of all current self paced courses – See here All Cisco courses and select Online self paced . Packet Tracer - download and resources https://www.netacad.com/portal/resources/packet-tracer Packet Tracer Resource folders https://www.netacad.com/portal/resources/browse/d5394924-42b1- 4df0-b312-54640f5ee0d6 Packet Tracer FAQs https://www.netacad.com/portal/faq-page/packet-tracer Packet Tracer Tutorials http://tutorials.ptnetacad.net/ Resource ID: Topic_ICTResources_TL_CiscoNetacadGuide Page 17 of 18 © NSW TAFE

Attributions Image Attribution Figure 1 Cisco IT Essentials: PC Hardware & Software course navigation structure Screen shot taken from Cisco IT Essentials: PC Hardware & Software course Used under Cisco Networking Academy License Figure 2 Cisco IT Essentials: PC Hardware & Software page navigation Screen shot taken from Cisco IT Essentials: PC Hardware & Software course Used under Cisco Networking Academy License Figure 3 Cisco Introduction to Packet Tracer course structure Screen shot taken from Cisco Introduction to Packet Tracer Used under Cisco Networking Academy License Figure 4 Cisco Introduction to Packet Tracer navigation Screen shot taken from Cisco Introduction to Packet Tracer Used under Cisco Networking Academy License Figure 5 New NetAcad course navigation structure Screen shot taken from Cisco Networking Essentials Used under Cisco Networking Academy License Figure 6 Packet Tracer login screen Image from Cisco Packet Tracer FAQs Used under Cisco Networking Academy License Figure 7 Packet Tracer login screen Image from Cisco Packet Tracer FAQs Used under Cisco Networking Academy License Help us maintain this document If you find any material in this document that is incorrect, dated, missing or contains broken links then please ask your teacher to visit the ‘Product Continuous Improvement’ home page (link from Learning Bank) and submit a request so that we may update the document. Resource ID: Topic_ICTResources_TL_CiscoNetacadGuide Page 18 of 18 © NSW TAFE

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