Brian Zeitz wrote: > when the CCNP already exists, to make a similar track to it, that is > what doesn't make sense. I don't think the CCIP was necessary; it's only > my humble opinion. What about switching? The knowledge that someone > gained from the CCNA is good enough for CCIP candidates?
There are several issues here. First there's the issue of whether the CCIP was needed at all, and second the issue of how Cisco might implement the new CCIP certifications and training courses. My complaint, actually more of a lament, refers to the second question of execution. Regarding the first issue, I think the CCIP is or could be very different from the CCNP. The difference is huge. It's the difference between service provider networks and enterprise networks. The overlap of topics is unfortunate but unavoidable. As core and access networks begin to deploy more MPLS, QoS and PPVPNs, the need for a CCIP will become more obvious. Whether Cisco meets that need in a timely fashion by introducing it into the Cisco Academy curriculum is another question. I can only hope they will, sooner rather than later. -- TT Message Posted at: http://www.groupstudy.com/form/read.php?f=7&i=45453&t=45453 -------------------------------------------------- FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
