The Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA) v1.0 course gives you a broad range of fundamental knowledge for all IT careers. Through a combination of lecture and hands-on labs, you will learn how to install, operate, configure, and verify basic IPv4 and IPv6 networks.

The course covers configuring network components such as switches, routers, and wireless LAN controllers; managing network devices; and identifying basic security threats. The course also gives you a foundation in network programmability, automation and software-defined networking.

This course helps you prepare to take the 200-301 Cisco® Certified Network Associate (CCNA®) exam. By passing this one exam, you earn CCNA certification.

Module 1: Exploring the Functions of Networking

Module 2: Introducing the Host-To-Host Communications Model

Module 3: Operating Cisco IOS Software

Module 4: Introducing LANs

Module 5: Exploring the TCP/IP Link Layer

Module 6: Starting a Switch

Module 7: Introducing the TCP/IP Internet Layer, IPv4 Addressing, and Subnets

Module 8: Explaining the TCP/IP Transport Layer and Application Layer

Module 9: Exploring the Functions of Routing

Module 10: Configuring a Cisco Router

Module 11: Exploring the Packet Delivery Process

Module 12: Troubleshooting a Simple Network

Module 13: Introducing Basic IPv6

Module 14: Configuring Static Routing

Module 15: Implementing VLANs and Trunks

Module 16: Routing Between VLANs

Module 17: Introducing OSPF

Module 18: Building Redundant Switched Topologies

Module 19: Improving Redundant Switched Topologies with EtherChannel

Module 20: Explaining the Basics of ACL

Module 21: Enabling Internet Connectivity

Module 22: Introducing AI and ML in Network Operations

Module 23: Introducing System Monitoring

Module 24: Managing Cisco Devices

Module 25: Securing Administrative Access

Module 26: Implementing Device Hardening

Module 27: Exploring Layer 3 Redundancy

Module 28: Introducing WAN Technologies

Module 29: Introducing QoS

Module 30: Explaining Wireless Fundamentals

Module 31: Introducing Architectures and Virtualization

Module 32: Explaining Software-Defined Networking

Module 33: Introducing Network Programmability

Module 34: Examining the Security Threat Landscape

Module 35: Implementing Threat Defence Technologies

By the end of the course, you should be able to:

• Identify the components of a computer network and describe their basic characteristics.
• Understand the model of host-to-host communication.
• Describe the features and functions of the Cisco.
• Internetwork Operating System (IOS®) software.
• Describe LANs and the role of switches within LANs.
• Describe Ethernet as the network access layer of TCP/IP and describe the operation of switches.
• Install a switch and perform the initial configuration.
• Describe the TCP/IP Internet layer, IPv4, its addressing scheme, and subnetting.
• Describe the TCP/IP Transport layer and Application layer.
• Explore functions of routing.
• Implement basic configuration on a Cisco router.
• Explain host-to-host communications across switches and routers.
• Identify and resolve common switched network issues and common problems associated with IPv4 addressing.
• Describe IPv6 main features and addresses, and configure and verify basic IPv6 connectivity.
• Describe the operation, benefits, and limitations of static routing.
• Describe, implement, and verify virtual local area networks (VLANs) and trunks.
• Explain how Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) and Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) work.
• Configure link aggregation using EtherChannel.
• Describe the purpose of Layer 3 redundancy protocols.
• Describe basic WAN and VPN concepts.
• Describe the operation of access control lists (ACLs) and their applications in the network.
• Configure Internet access using Dynamic Host.
• Configuration Protocol (DHCP) clients and explain and configure network address translation (NAT) on Cisco routers.
• Describe basic quality of service (QoS) concepts.
• Describe the concepts of wireless networks, which types of wireless networks can be built, and how to use Wireless LAN Controllers (WLCs).
• Describe network and device architectures and introduce virtualization.
• Introduce the concept of network programmability and Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and describe smart network management solutions such as Cisco DNA Center™, Software-Defined Access (SD-Access), and Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN).
• Configure basic IOS system monitoring tools.
• Describe the management of Cisco devices.
• Describe the current security threat landscape.
• Describe threat defence technologies.
• Implement a basic security configuration of the device.
• Describe the application and configuration of inter-VLAN routing.
• Explain the basics of dynamic routing protocols and describe components and terms of Open Shortest Path First (OSPF).

This course is designed for anyone seeking CCNA certification. The course also provides foundational knowledge for all support technicians involved in the basic installation, operation, and verification of Cisco networks.

The job roles best suited to the material in this course are:

• Entry-level network engineer
• Network administrator
• Network support technician
• Help desk technician.

Before taking this course, you should have:

• Basic computer literacy
• Basic PC operating system navigation skills
• Basic Internet usage skills
• Basic IP address knowledge.

The CCNA Fastrack course gives you a broad range of fundamental knowledge for all IT careers. Through a combination of lecture, hands-on labs, and self-study, you will learn how to install, operate, configure, and verify basic IPv4 and IPv6 networks.

The course covers configuring network components such as switches, routers, and wireless LAN controllers; managing network devices; and identifying basic security threats.

This course helps you prepare to take the 200-301 Cisco® Certified Network Associate (CCNA®) exam. By passing this one exam, you earn CCNA certification. The 200-301 CCNA exam goes live on February 24, 2020.

Module 1: Networking

Module 2: Security

Module 3: Automation

By the end of the course, you should be able to:

• Identify the components of a computer network and describe their basic characteristics.
• Understand the model of host-to-host communication.
• Describe the features and functions of the Cisco Internetwork Operating System (IOS®) software.
• Describe LANs and the role of switches within LANs Describe Ethernet as the network access layer of TCP/IP and describe the operation of switches.
• Install a switch and perform the initial configuration.
• Describe the TCP/IP Internet layer, IPv4, its addressing scheme, and subnetting.
• Describe the TCP/IP Transport layer and Application layer Explore functions of routing.
• Implement basic configuration on a Cisco router Explain host-to-host communications across switches and routers Identify and resolve common switched network issues and common problems associated with IPv4 addressing.
• Describe IPv6 main features and addresses, and configure and verify basic IPv6 connectivity.
• Describe the operation, benefits, and limitations of static routing.
• Describe, implement, and verify Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) and trunks.
• Describe the application and configuration of inter-VLAN routing.
• Explain the basics of dynamic routing protocols and describe components and terms of Open Shortest Path First (OSPF).
• Explain how Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) and Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) work.
• Configure link aggregation using EtherChannel.
• Describe the purpose of Layer 3 redundancy protocols.
• Describe basic WAN and VPN concepts.
• Describe the operation of Access Control Lists (ACLs) and their applications in the network.
• Configure Internet access using Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) clients and explain and configure Network Address Translation (NAT) on Cisco routers.
• Describe basic Quality of Service (QoS) concepts.
• Describe the concepts of wireless networks, which types of wireless networks can be built, and how to use Wireless LAN Controllers (WLCs).
• Describe network and device architectures and introduce virtualization.
• Introduce the concept of network programmability and Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and describe smart network management solutions such as Cisco DNA Center™, Software-Defined Access (SDAccess), and Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN).
• Configure basic IOS system monitoring tools.
• Describe the management of Cisco devices.
• Describe the current security threat landscape.
• Describe threat defence technologies.
• Implement a basic security configuration of the device management plane.
• Implement basic steps to harden network devices.

This course is designed for anyone seeking CCNA certification. The course also provides foundational knowledge for all support technicians involved in the basic installation, operation, and verification of Cisco networks.

The job roles best suited to the material in this course are:

• Entry-level network engineer
• Network administrator
• Network support technician
• Help desk technician.

The Understanding Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals (CBROPS) v1.0 course provides a comprehensive introduction to cybersecurity operations, focusing on network infrastructure, TCP/IP vulnerabilities, and security concepts.

This course covers the basics of Windows and Linux operating systems, security incident investigation, and SOC operations, preparing you for the Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate certification..

Module 1: Introduction to Security Operations Centres (SOCs)

Module 2: Network Security Monitoring (NSM) Tools and Data Analysis

Module 3: Cryptography, Endpoint Security, and Threat Hunting Techniques

Module 4: Incident Response and Documentation Using the VERIS Framework

Module 5: Hands-on Labs Covering Security Protocols, Playbooks, and SOC Automation

By the end of the course, you should be able to:

• Understand how a SOC operates, including services from a Tier 1 analyst’s perspective.
• Explain Network Security Monitoring (NSM) tools and available data.
• Identify security flaws in the TCP/IP protocol and defend against related attacks.
• Investigate security incidents using the kill chain and diamond models.
• Use cryptography, endpoint security technologies, and exploit detection.
• Implement incident response plans, manage SOC metrics, and automate workflows.
• Gain hands-on experience with Windows and Linux operating system features.

The job roles best suited to the material in this course are Associate-level Cybersecurity Analysts working in Security Operations Centers (SOC).

Before taking this course, you should have:

• Knowledge equivalent to Cisco CCNA
• Familiarity with Ethernet, TCP/IP, Windows, and Linux
• Basic understanding of networking security concepts.

The Developing Applications and Automating Workflows using Cisco Platforms learning path prepares you to implement and develop basic network applications using the Cisco platform as a base and prepares you for associate-level network automation engineer roles.

Completing this learning path will prepare you to take the Developing Application and Automating Workflows Using Cisco Platforms (200-901 DEVASC) exam. When you pass this exam, you will earn your Cisco Certified DevNet Associate certification and prove your readiness for the role of associate-level network automation engineer.

Module 1: Software Development and Design
• Practicing Modern Software Development
• Describing Software Development Process
• Designing Software.

Module 2: Using APIs
• Introducing Network-based APIs
• Consuming REST-based APIs
• Introducing Cisco Platforms and APIs.

Module 3: Network Fundamentals
• Describing IP Networks
• Relating Network and Applications.

Module 4: Infrastructure Automation
• Employing Programmability on Cisco Platforms
• Employing Model-driven Programmability
• Automating Infrastructure.

Module 5: Application Deployment and Security
• Deploying Applications
• Testing and Securing Applications.

By the end of the course, you should be able to:

• To implement automation workflows across network and security infrastructure.
• How to implement automation workflows across collaboration and computing infrastructure.
• To solve real-world problems using Cisco application programming interfaces and modern development tools.

This course is for everybody interested in passing Cisco’s DEVASC 200-901 certification or broadening their Network Automation knowledge.

You will need a computer/Laptop with at least the following:

• OS: Windows 10, Windows 11, MacOS, Linux Memory: > 4GB Storage: > 20 GB.