• Identify the components of a computer network and describe their basic characteristics
• Describe the features and functions of the Cisco 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
• Explain how STP and RSTP work
• Describe and identify different Cisco hardware and operating systems including IOS, IOS-XE, IOS-XR and NX-OS
• 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, addresses and configure and verify basic IPv6 connectivity
• Describe, implement and verify 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 OSPF
• Describe basic WAN and VPN concepts
• Describe the management of Cisco devices

Target candidates for this course include individuals seeking the CCT R&S - Cisco Certified Technician for Routing & Switching and progressing towards the CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate certification. The course is also appropriate for support technicians who are involved in the basic installation, operation, and verification of Cisco networks. Key job roles include entry-level network engineer, network administrator, network support technician, and help desk technician.

You should consider this course if you wish to perform the following job tasks:

• Support: onsite support and maintenance of Cisco routers, switches, and operating environments.
• Verify: Use the appropriate show commands and applications to ensure that the solution was correctly implemented and is performing as desired.

Simple Network

Section 1: Exploring the Functions of Networking
Section 2: Introducing the Host-To-Host Communications Model
Section 3: Operating Cisco IOS Software
Section 4: Introducing LANs
Section 5: Exploring the TCP/IP Link Layer
Section 6: Starting a Switch
Section 7: Building Redundant Switched Topologies
Section 8: Troubleshooting a Simple Network
Section 9: Cisco Hardware

Establishing Internet Connectivity

Section 10: Introducing the TCP/IP Internet Layer, IPv4 Addressing, and Subnets
Section 11: Explaining the TCP/IP Transport Layer and Application Layer
Section 12: Exploring the Functions of Routing
Section 13: Configuring a Cisco Router
Section 14: Exploring the Packet Delivery Process

Introducing IPv6

Section 15: Introducing Basic IPv6
Section 16: Configuring Static Routing
Section 17: Enabling Internet Connectivity

Medium-Sized Network

Section 18: Implementing VLANs and Trunks
Section 19: Routing Between VLANs
Section 20: Introducing WAN Technologies
Section 21: Introducing System Monitoring
Section 22: Managing Cisco Devices
Section 23: Securing Administrative Access