Duration 5 days – 35 hrs
Overview
The Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA) v1.0 training course is a comprehensive, instructor-led or self-paced program designed to equip participants with the foundational knowledge and hands-on skills required to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot small to medium-sized networks. This course serves as the official preparation for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) 200-301 certification exam.
The training covers core networking topics such as network fundamentals, IP connectivity, IP services, security fundamentals, automation, and programmability. Participants will gain practical experience through real-world scenarios and lab exercises using Cisco routers, switches, and network simulators.
Whether you’re entering the networking field or seeking to validate your skills with an industry-recognized certification, this course lays the groundwork for a successful career in IT networking and infrastructure.
Objectives
- Understand core networking concepts and how data flows through a network.
- Configure and verify basic IP connectivity and IP addressing (IPv4 and IPv6).
- Set up and troubleshoot VLANs, trunking, and inter-VLAN routing.
- Implement static and dynamic routing (OSPF).
- Configure device security using passwords, SSH, and access control lists.
- Describe key wireless networking concepts and configure basic WLAN settings.
- Understand WAN technologies and IP services like DHCP, NAT, and QoS.
- Explain and use basic network management tools (SNMP, Syslog).
- Gain exposure to network automation and programmability using Cisco DNA and APIs.
- Prepare for the Cisco CCNA 200-301 certification exam.
Audience
- Entry-level network engineers and technicians
- IT support staff and helpdesk professionals
- Network administrators and junior system administrators
- Students and career switchers preparing for the Cisco CCNA certification
- Anyone interested in launching a career in networking
Pre- requisites
- Basic computer literacy
- Basic understanding of computer hardware and operating systems
- Familiarity with general IT concepts (e.g., IP addressing, internet use)
- No prior Cisco certification is required
Course Content
Module 1: Networking Fundamentals
- Introduction to Networks and Networking Components
- OSI and TCP/IP Models
- Network Topologies and Architectures
- IP Addressing (IPv4 and IPv6)
- Subnetting and Address Planning
- Fundamentals of Ethernet and Wireless LANs
Module 2: Network Access
- Switch Operations
- MAC Address Table
- VLANs and Trunking
- Inter-VLAN Routing
- Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)
- EtherChannel
Module 3: IP Connectivity
- Routing Concepts and Packet Forwarding
- Static Routing
- Dynamic Routing Protocols (with a focus on OSPF)
- First Hop Redundancy Protocols (FHRP)
Module 4: IP Services
- DHCP and DNS
- Network Address Translation (NAT)
- Access Control Lists (ACLs)
- Quality of Service (QoS) Concepts
Module 5: Security Fundamentals
- Device Access Security (Passwords, Privilege Levels)
- Secure Remote Access (SSH)
- Port Security
- Firewall and IPS Concepts
- VPN Types and Functions
Module 6: Wireless Fundamentals
- Wireless Concepts and Components
- Wireless Access Points and Controllers
- Wireless Security Settings
- WLAN Configuration Guidelines
Module 7: Automation and Programmability
- Basics of Network Automation
- REST APIs and Cisco DNA Center
- Configuration Management Tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef – overview)
- Controller-Based vs. Traditional Networking
Module 8: Network Management and Operations
- Network Monitoring Protocols: SNMP, Syslog, NetFlow
- Device Management and Maintenance
- Licensing and Smart Licensing
- Software Upgrades
