FYI: Marconi's primary component is the former FORE systems. -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, June 28, 2000 8:17 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Marconi Announces New Technical Education Certification Program Marconi Announces New Technical Education Certification Program Educational Program Certifies Proficiency in Installation, Operation And Maintenance of Marconi Products for Service Provider and Enterprise Markets PITTSBURGH, June 28 /PRNewswire/ -- Marconi (LONDON: MNI), a global supplier of advanced communications solutions, today announced the new Marconi Technical Education -- Americas Certification Program, in which it is offering two new certification titles: the Enterprise Network Engineer (ENE) and the Public Network Engineer (PNE). The program is designed for Marconi partners, systems engineers and technical operations personnel -- as well as for customers. This job function-based certification program enables participants to achieve and demonstrate proficiency and become recognized industry experts in the installation, operation and maintenance of Marconi Intelligent Broadband Networking solutions for the service provider and enterprise markets. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20000504/MARCLOGO ) "We are delighted to introduce this new Marconi Technical Education Program for the Americas -- the first phase of a global program. It's an initiative that provides quality education to ensure the smooth installation, operation and maintenance of the communications networks serving the needs of businesses and consumers across the globe," said Rock Arkie, executive vice president and general manager of Marconi Americas Services. "By educating and certifying our partners and customers as technology `experts', we can continue to build premium quality, reliable networks for the 21st century." About the Marconi Technical Education -- Americas Certification Program In order to be "certified" under the Marconi Technical Education -- Americas Certification Program, candidates must pass both Web-based written and hands-on practical exams. To register for Marconi's online testing, candidates can access the Marconi Technical Education Link from the company's home page at www.marconi.com. Marconi and its Certified Training Partners offer optional self-directed and instructor-led courses at various locations throughout the world to assist candidates in obtaining the necessary knowledge to pass the required exams and attain the selected certification title. Candidates are also encouraged to attend elective courses to augment the skills attained during the certification process. To register for a Marconi Technical Education Course in a specific location, candidates can contact the Technical Training Registrar at [EMAIL PROTECTED], or download a zipped Excel form from the company's web site. To ensure successful candidates maintain Marconi's high standards, certification is valid for a two-year period, after which students must re-certify by passing the written and hands-on practical exams. Individuals certified under the FORE Systems LAN and WAN Certified Engineer Program, which ended March 31, 2000, may retain their title for the duration of one year after their certification date. Individuals certified under the FORE Systems LAN and WAN Certified Engineer Program after June 30, 1999, are eligible to become Marconi Enterprise Network Engineers or Marconi Public Network Engineers by passing three required Web-based exams. Those certified under the FORE Systems LAN and WAN program before June 30, 1999, must pass the practical, hands-on exam, as well as Web-based exams. About Marconi Services Marconi Services is a $1 billion global organization with more than 6,000 employees. Its vast portfolio of services are marketed under a "Plan, Build, Operate" banner. It provides fast transition to a new public network solution for established operators, and seamless integration with their existing networks. For new operators, Marconi Services provides total turnkey solutions to enable speed of network service provisioning and market entry. It also provides services and support for Marconi's technology offerings, including optical networking, switching and routing, applications and network services solutions. About Marconi plc Marconi plc is a global communications and IT company with 45,000 employees worldwide and sales in over 100 countries. It supplies advanced communications solutions and the key technologies and services for the Internet. Marconi plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the symbol MNI. All brands or product names are trademarks of their respective holders. For more information, contact Jim Blew, Media Relations of Marconi, 724-742-7745, or Email, [EMAIL PROTECTED] SOURCE Marconi plc -0- 06/28/2000 /CONTACT: Jim Blew, Media Relations of Marconi, 724-742-7745, or Email, [EMAIL PROTECTED]/ /Company News On-Call: http://www.prnewswire.com/comp/329107.html or fax, 800-758-5804, ext. 329107/ /Photo: NewsCom: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20000504/MARCLOGO AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org PRN Photo Desk, 888-776-6555 or 201-369-3467/ /Web site: http://www.marconi.com / ___________________________________ UPDATED Posting Guidelines: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/guide.html FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
