SCTE, Cisco Partner to Broaden Networking Skills of Tomorrow's Technology Leaders.SCTE SCTE Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers SCTE Society of Cable Television Engineers SCTE Serial Clock Transmit External Becomes Local Academy as Part of Cisco Networking Academy The Cisco Networking Academies, part of Cisco Systems, offer networking courses, like the CCNA and CCNP courses, which prepare students for the certification exams of the same name, and other computer-related courses. Program to Strengthen Skills, Knowledge Needed in Cable Telecommunications Industry EXTON, Pa. & SAN JOSE San Jose, city, United States San Jose (sănəzā`, săn hōzā`), city (1990 pop. 782,248), seat of Santa Clara co., W central Calif.; founded 1777, inc. 1850. , Calif. -- The Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers Telecommunications Engineers or Telecom Engineers come in a variety of different types from basic circuit designers to strategic mass developments. A Telecom Engineer is responsible for designing and overseeing the installation of telecommunications equipment and facilities, such (SCTE) and Cisco Systems “Cisco” redirects here. For other uses, see Cisco (disambiguation). Cisco System,Inc. (NASDAQ: CSCO, HKSE: 4333 ) is an American multinational corporation with 54,000 employees and annual revenue of US $28.48 billion as of 2006. ([R]) (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :CSCO CSCO Cisco Systems Incorporated (stock symbol) CSCO Chief Supply Chain Officer ) today announced that SCTE has become part of the Cisco[R] Networking Academy Program and is now authorized au·thor·ize tr.v. au·thor·ized, au·thor·iz·ing, au·thor·iz·es 1. To grant authority or power to. 2. To give permission for; sanction: to include certain Cisco networking curriculum into the Society's current Professional Development offerings. The goal of the relationship between the two organizations is to provide an opportunity for individuals to learn about networking and information technology (IT) to advance their careers in cable telecommunications. Initially, SCTE periodically will offer certain Cisco courses in the Greater Philadelphia area, where SCTE is headquartered. The goal is to eventually expand the reach of SCTE's Cisco Academy offerings throughout North America North America, third largest continent (1990 est. pop. 365,000,000), c.9,400,000 sq mi (24,346,000 sq km), the northern of the two continents of the Western Hemisphere. . "Cisco has a long-standing association in helping foster the mission of the Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers," said Paul Bosco, Cisco vice president of cable and video initiatives. "That is why this new relationship means so much to the employees of Cisco, Scientific Atlanta and Linksys, many of whom are active members of SCTE. This program represents a true collaboration among all groups." "The SCTE Board of Directors and the board's Professional Development Committee have committed the Society to elevating the level of knowledge in networking technologies," said SCTE Vice President, Professional Development Marv Nelson. "Being able to offer networking curriculum such as that provided through Cisco's Networking Academy Program is a huge first step toward achieving that goal." Launched in 1997, the Cisco Networking Academy Program has been established in more than 11,000 academic institutions in 160 countries with curricula taught in nine languages. More than 400,000 students are active in academies in high schools, colleges and universities, technical schools, community-based organizations, and other educational programs around the world. The Cisco Networking Academy Program's blended learning Blended Learning is the combination of multiple approaches to learning. Blended learning can be accomplished through the use of 'blended' virtual and physical resources. A typical example of this would be a combination of technology-based materials and face-to-face sessions used model integrates face-to-face teaching with a challenging Web-based curriculum, hands-on lab exercises, and Internet-based assessment. As a Cisco Networking Academy, SCTE will offer courses mapped to Cisco Systems' Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA See Cisco certification. ) certification, thus helping individuals to progress in their careers and prepare for industry-recognized certification. Many individuals participating in SCTE's offerings likely will come from Multiple System Operators (MSOs) where they are working in an increasingly networked, data-centric environment. SCTE presentations of this program allow for cable-specific application of the content. In addition to networking and IT skills, the curricula also reinforces IT literacy, problem-solving, communication, and working with others from diverse backgrounds. For more information about the Cisco Networking Academy Program, visit http://www.cisco.com/go/netacad. About SCTE The Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers is a non-profit professional organization committed to advancing the careers of cable telecommunications professionals and serving the industry through excellence in professional development, information and standards. SCTE currently has more than 15,000 members from the U.S. and 70 countries worldwide and offers a variety of programs and services for the industry's educational benefit. SCTE has more than 70 chapters and meeting groups and has technically certified more than 3,000 employees of the cable telecommunications industry. SCTE is an ANSI-accredited standards development organization. Visit SCTE online at www.scte.org. About Cisco Systems Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSCO), the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet, celebrates 20 years of commitment to technology innovation, industry leadership, and corporate social responsibility. Information about Cisco can be found at http://www.cisco.com. For ongoing news, go to http://newsroom.cisco.com. Cisco, Cisco Systems, and the Cisco Systems logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Cisco Systems Inc. and/or its affiliates in the United States United States, officially United States of America, republic (2005 est. pop. 295,734,000), 3,539,227 sq mi (9,166,598 sq km), North America. The United States is the world's third largest country in population and the fourth largest country in area. and certain other countries. The use of the word partner does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company. 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