IT Training Programs

The Cisco Networking Academy Program at the General Telecommunication Institute, Sana'a, offers two courses that prepare students for industry standard certifications (CCNA and CompTIA's A+). WIT Yemen participants will select one of the two Cisco Networking Academy Program courses.

Cisco Certified Networking Associate Courses 1-4 (CCNA1-4) teaches students to design, build and maintain computer networks. WIT Yemen participants complete the four courses (280 hour curriculum) in English, in 12 months. CCNA1-4 provides students with a basic foundation in networking. It emphasizes decision making and problem-solving techniques in the application of science, mathematics, communication and social studies concepts to solve networking problems. Students will learn how to install and configure switches and routers in multiprotocol networks using local and wide area networks (LANs and WANs), provide Level 1 troubleshooting service, and improve network performance and security. Additionally, instruction and training are provided in the proper care, maintenance, and use of networking software tools and equipment. Students who successfully complete this course are eligible to earn the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA™) certification. CCNA features: CCNA1-Networking Basics, CCNA2-Routers and Routing Basics, CCNA3-Switching Basics and Intermediate Routing, CCNA4-WAN Technologies.

IT Essentials I and II (ITE)
The WIT Yemen participants complete this 140 hour curriculum, in English, in 7 months. IT Essentials I: PC Hardware and Software, sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company, presents an in-depth exposure to computer hardware and operating systems. Students learn the functionality of hardware and software components, as well as suggested best practices in maintenance, and safety issues. Through hands-on activities and labs, students learn how to assemble and configure a computer, install operating systems and software, and troubleshoot hardware and software problems. In addition, an introduction to networking is included. Upon completion of ITE, students can take the examination for CompTIA’s A+ certification. IT Essentials II: Network Operating Systems, also sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company, is an intensive introduction to multi-user, multi-tasking network operating systems. Characteristics of the Linux, Windows 2000, NT, and XP network operating systems are discussed. Students explore a variety of topics including installation procedures, security issues, back up procedures and remote access.

Microsoft Certification’s Unlimited Potential (UP)
The UP curriculum supports Microsoft and international skill standards. It provides introductory Information and Communications Technologies and advanced training in Microsoft applications. Upon completion of the program participants are awarded ICT Diplomas (IC3/MOS Certification). All WIT Yemen participants will complete the 112-hour curriculum, taught in Arabic, in 2 1/2 months while at the same time attending the Cisco Networking Academy course. The UP curriculum covers 8 different components:

• Computer Fundamentals provides a solid foundation in basic computer concepts and the essentials of hardware, software, operating systems and the Internet.
• Digital Media Fundamentals teaches how to get started with digital media, including digital photography, audio, and video.
• Internet and World Wide Web Fundamentals teaches how to explore the Web, use search engines, work with e-mail, and create Web pages with Microsoft FrontPage®.
• Web Design Fundamentals teaches the complete process of Web page design, from the basics of HTML to strategies for designing and building a complete Web site.
• Word Processing Fundamentals focuses on how to use a word processor to write and revise a variety of personal and business documents, from simple letters and memos to complex documents containing graphics and tables.
• Presentation Fundamentals teaches everything you need to know about putting together persuasive electronic presentations, from creating basic slide shows, to adding graphics, video, and audio for rich multimedia presentations.
• Database Fundamentals introduces the basics of using a relational database to create tables, forms, and reports.
• Spreadsheet Fundamentals teaches the basics of spreadsheet concepts including creating worksheets, editing data, building charts and graphs, and publishing a spreadsheet to the Web.

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