CCNA Semester 1 - Skills Based Final Exam - Instructor Training Guidelines - Exam Overview and Administration This exam is for use NA instructor classes taught by regional academies to high school and college instructors. The skills-based exam consists of two parts: 1) Cable Build and Test and 2) Network Connection. These are pass / fail tests. Instructors must pass these as well as the online assessment exam. Instructor candidates should be made aware of what they will be tested on early in the course in order to study and prepare adequately for the exam. The exam may be administered by dividing the class into two groups with each group starting on one part of the exam and then rotating as plete each portion. Exam Part 1 – Cable Build / Test Objective: Build a straight–through cable to connect a workstation to a hub or switch. Test the cable with a basic cable tester for correct pinouts, continuity and length. The cable should be UTP CAT 5 and wired to the T568A or T568B standard. Length will vary depending on physical conditions. This cable can be used to connect a workstation to a hub or switch used in Part 2 of this exam. Preparation / Tools: Length of CAT 5 cable, (2) RJ45 connectors, Wire cutter/Stripper tool, Crimping tool, Basic cable tester or Fluke LAN Cable Meter 620. Exam Part 2 - Network Connection Objective: Connect a workstation to a LAN
