Course Overview

The Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions: CCNA 200-301 course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of networking fundamentals, equipping learners with the essential knowledge required to configure, manage, and troubleshoot modern network infrastructures. As organizations increasingly rely on robust networking solutions, mastering Cisco technologies has become crucial for IT professionals aiming to build and maintain efficient and secure networks. This course offers hands-on training with Cisco devices and explores key networking concepts such as routing, switching, security, and automation, making it an essential step for those pursuing the CCNA certification.

This course begins with network fundamentals, covering the OSI model, TCP/IP protocol suite, subnetting, and switching concepts. It then moves into network access, where learners will configure VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and inter-switch connectivity. The IP connectivity section delves into routing concepts, including static and OSPFv2 routing. In IP services, students explore NAT, DHCP, DNS, QoS, and remote access methods such as SSH. The security fundamentals module introduces key security principles, access control lists (ACLs), VPNs, and wireless security. Finally, the automation and programmability section covers modern networking approaches like REST APIs and configuration management mechanisms.

By the end of this course, learners will have a solid foundation in networking concepts, hands-on experience with Cisco devices, and the skills necessary to configure and secure enterprise networks, preparing them for the CCNA 200-301 certification.

What You Will Learn

  • Learn to use Cisco technologies and solutions to design and build an enterprise network
  • Implementing VLANs, Trunks and Inter-VLAN routing
  • Implementing Threat Defense Technologies
  • Implementing both IPv4 and IPv6 routing
  • Implementing dynamic routing protocol
  • Configuring various IP Services technologies and protocols
  • Understanding Subnetting and VLSM

Program Curriculum

  • Introduction
  • Building a Cisco Lab Environment
  • The Role and Function of Network Components
  • Understanding the OSI Model and TCP/IP Protocol Suite
  • Characteristics of Network Topology Architectures
  • Getting Started with the Cisco IOS
  • Compare Physical Interface and Cabling Types
  • Identifying Interface and Cable Issues
  • Comparing TCP to UDP
  • IPv4 and Subnetting – Part 1
  • IPv4 and Subnetting – Part 2
  • Compare IPv6 Address Types
  • Describing Wireless Principles
  • Virtualization Fundamentals
  • Switching Concepts
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  • Chapter 1 Quiz

  • Introduction
  • Configure and Verifying VLANs
  • Configuring and Verifying Inter-switch Connectivity
  • Inter-VLAN Routing
  • Configuring and Verifying Layer 2 Discovery Protocols
  • Configuring and Verifying EtherChannels
  • Understanding Spanning-Tree Protocol (STP)
  • Configuring PVST+
  • Understanding and Configuring Rapid-PVST
  • Cisco Wireless Architectures and AP Models
  • Understanding the Physical Infrastructure Connections of WLAN Components
  • Chapter 2 Quiz

  • Introduction
  • Interpreting the Components of the Routing Table
  • Determining How a Router Makes a Forwarding Decision
  • Understanding Static Routing
  • Configuring IPv4 Static Routing
  • Configuring IPv6 Static Routing
  • Understanding OSPFv2 Routing – Part 1
  • Understanding OSPFv2 Routing – Part 2
  • Configuring OSPFv2 Routing
  • Understanding First Hop Redundancy
  • Configuring HSRP
  • Chapter 3 Quiz

  • Introduction
  • Understanding Network Address Translation (NAT)
  • Configuring Static NAT
  • Implementing Dynamic NAT
  • Configuring Port Address Translation (PAT)
  • Exploring Network Time Protocol (NTP)
  • Understanding the Role of DHCP and DNS
  • Exploring the Role of DNS
  • Describing the Use of Syslog
  • Describing the Role of SNMP
  • Understanding Quality of Service (QoS)
  • Describing the Capabilities and Function of TFTP & FTP in the Network
  • Implementing Remote Access Using SSH
  • Chapter 4 Quiz

  • Introduction
  • Defining Key Security Concepts
  • Defining Key Security Concepts - Vulnerabilities
  • Describing Security Password Policies Elements
  • Security Program Elements
  • Understanding Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA)
  • Configuring Device Access Control Using Local Passwords
  • Exploring Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
  • Configuring a Site-to-Site VPN
  • Configuring a Remote Access VPN
  • Understanding Access Control List (ACL)
  • Implementing a Standard ACL
  • Configuring an Extended ACL
  • Implementing VTY ACL
  • Delving into Layer 2 Security Features
  • Configuring Port Security
  • Implementing DHCP Snooping and DAI
  • Understanding Wireless Security Protocols
  • Configuring a Cisco Wireless LAN Controller
  • Chapter 5 Quiz

  • Introduction
  • Intent and Controller-Based Networking
  • Understanding Data Types
  • Characteristics of REST-based APIs
  • Configuration Management Mechanisms
  • Chapter 6 Quiz
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Instructor

Glen Singh

Glen D. Singh, CEH, CHFI, CCNA (CyberOps, Security, and Routing & Switching) is a cybersecurity instructor, author, and consultant. He specializes in penetration testing, digital forensics, network security, and enterprise networking. He enjoys teaching and mentoring students, writing books, and participating in a range of outdoor activities. As an aspiring game-changer, Glen is passionate about developing cyber security awareness in his homeland, Trinidad and Tobago. Glen is also the author of the following books: Learn Kali Linux 2019 Hands-On Penetration Testing with Kali NetHunter CompTIA Network+ Certification Guide CCNA Security 210-260 Certification Guide

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