Foundry Networks Certified Network Professional (FNCNP)
The FNCP awards the designation of the Foundry Networks Certified Network Professional (FNCNP). This is achieved through completion of an online exam comprised of advanced concepts and applications in STP, OSPF, and BGP technologies and in-depth knowledge of Foundry products. The exam consists of 96 multiple-choice questions including a series of network application questions and typically takes 90 minutes to complete. The exam questions are very challenging and prior "hands on" experience is essential. Foundry's testing partner, Prometric, provides fast and simple online registration. You can register for the exam 24 hours a day worldwide.
Costs and Benefits
The cost of the certification exam is small, but the value is high.
Costs
The fee for the online exam is US $150.00. This fee primarily covers the costs of providing secure, reliable, and trusted scores by Prometric.
- Benefits
- Enhances career advancement
- Increased industry recognition
- Increases credibility
- Validates knowledge and skills
- Provides a competitive advantage
- Maintains proficiency
- Special invite to participate in early access courses or Beta courses.
- Added to the subscription distribution of Foundry's newsletters
- Authorized use of Foundry Networks' logo on business cards
- Special discounts off designated Advanced Foundry Networks courses
- Limited Knowledge Portal (KP) access
- A FNCNP certified individual is able to
- Install and configure Foundry switches and routers in a medium to large sized networks
- Implement advanced features of BGP, OSPF, and Spanning Tree technologies in an existing network
- Provide level 2 support and diagnostics, and fault isolation
How to prepare
Individuals pursuing a Certified Network Professional (CNP) certification should have earned the entry certification (FNCNE) prior to taking the FNCNP. The Advanced Switch Router Configuration and Maintenance (TRNG-0405) course will prepare the candidate for the FNCNP certification.
Courses & Exams
| Courses | Exams |
|---|---|
| Basic Switch Router Configuration and Maintenance (TRNG-0103) | FN0-103 |
| Introduction to Web Switching and Load Balancing (TRNG-0202) | FN0-202 |
| Combined Basic Switch Router and Introduction to Web Switching (TRNG-0305) | FN0-125 |
| Advanced Switching/Routing Configuration and Management (TRNG-0405) | FN0-405 |
How to Register
Phone Prometric at the appropriate number for your country and ask to be registered in the Foundry Networks Certification Program. Registration is also available online at www.prometric.com/FoundryNetworks.
