Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Short course : Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Campus

Duration of Programme

Enrolment Option(s)

SAQA Credits

NQF Level
Bloemfontein Campus, Welkom Campus

N/A
Additional Admission Requirements

• Basic computer literacy (file management, software use, web navigation)
• Basic mathematics skills (arithmetic and introductory algebra)
• Ability to read and understand technical English
• Willingness to engage in practical labs and problem-solving activities

Recommended: Grade 10–12 ICT, CAT or Computer Studies, and a basic understanding of computer hardware and operating systems.
Career Opportunities

Graduates of the CCNA 1–3 programme are prepared for entry-level and junior roles such as:

  • Junior Network Technician
  • IT Support Technician / Help Desk Analyst
  • Junior Network Administrator
  • Technical Support Engineer (Networking)

With further study and industry experience, career progression may include Network Administrator, Network Engineer, Cybersecurity Technician, or Systems Administrator.

The Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) short courses provide industry-aligned training in computer networking. The programme equips students with foundational to enterprise-level networking knowledge and practical skills, using Cisco Networking Academy curriculum and hands-on labs facilitated by qualified lecturers.

Course Structure

  1. CCNA 1 – Introduction to Networks (20 hours)
  2. CCNA 2 – Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials (20 hours)
  3. CCNA 3 – Enterprise Networking, Security and Automation (20 hours)

The programme is offered from the first semester of 2026 and is delivered through blended learning with online content and supervised practical labs.

Short Course Descriptions

CCNA 1 introduces the fundamentals of networking, including network devices, media, IP addressing, basic security, switching, routing concepts and introductory Cisco device configuration and troubleshooting.

CCNA 2 builds on this foundation by focusing on LAN technologies. Students configure switches and routers, implement VLANs and inter-VLAN routing, explore wireless networking, and learn about redundancy, performance, and basic network security.

CCNA 3 advances into enterprise networking concepts such as scalable network design, WAN technologies, dynamic routing protocols (e.g., OSPF), network security principles, and an introduction to network automation and programmability.

International Certification

Students are encouraged to attempt the internationally recognised Cisco Certified Network Associate examination.
Certification Exam: 200-301 CCNA
The exam is administered through Pearson VUE authorised testing centers, including CUT. Examination fees are not included in the course cost.

For more information: Ms L. Meiring, lmeiring@cut.ac.za

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