April 14, 2004

Boise State Offers CISCO Certification Classes

Two classes designed to prepare participants for CISCO certification begin on Monday, April 19. The hands-on classes are instructor-led or e-learning-led evening training programs that are offered by the Center for Workforce Training in the College of Applied Technology at Boise State. Fundamentals of Network Security will cover the design and implementation of security solutions that will reduce the risk of revenue loss and vulnerability. There will be particular emphasis on technologies, products, solutions, AAA and VPN implementation, management and more. A second class, Introduction to Wireless LANs, will focus on the design, planning, implementation, operation and troubleshooting of the wireless networks. It is a comprehensive overview of technologies, security and best practices in wireless LAN setup and troubleshooting, 802.11 (a, b, and g) technologies, products and solutions, radio technology, WLAN applications, site surveys, design, products, configurations, security and more. The Center for Workforce Training can bill employers for the training programs. For registration or more information, call 426-1974. -30- Contact College of Applied Technology Center for Workforce Training 426-1974 Media Contact Sherry Squires Boise State communications and marketing 426-1563