CCNA 200-301 Course Overview:

The Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA 200-301) course provides a solid foundation in networking technologies, covering essential concepts such as IP connectivity, security fundamentals, network access, and automation. This course equips you with the knowledge and skills required to install, configure, and troubleshoot small to medium-sized networks and prepares you for the CCNA certification exam. It is designed for networking professionals aiming to boost their career in networking, infrastructure management, or security.

 Target Audience:

- Aspiring network engineers and IT professionals.

- Entry-level network administrators and support technicians.

- IT professionals transitioning into networking roles.

- Professionals looking to achieve Cisco certification to validate their skills.

- Networking professionals seeking to upgrade their knowledge of networking concepts and technologies.

 Prerequisites:

- Basic understanding of IT and networking concepts.

- Familiarity with IP addressing and network fundamentals.

- No specific prior certifications are required, though general IT knowledge is beneficial.

 Top 10 Job Profiles After Course Completion:

1. Network Administrator

2. Network Support Engineer

3. Network Engineer

4. IT Support Technician

5. Systems Engineer

6. IT Infrastructure Engineer

7. Network Security Associate

8. Junior Cloud Engineer

9. VoIP Engineer

10. Network Operations Center (NOC) Technician

 Syllabus Summary:

 Module 1: Network Fundamentals

- Networking Basics:  

  Learn about the OSI model, TCP/IP model, LANs, WANs, and networking protocols. Understand how data is transferred across a network.

- Cabling and Interface Types:  

  Explore Ethernet cabling standards, fiber optics, and wireless networking standards (802.11).

- IP Addressing:  

  Understand IPv4 and IPv6 addressing, subnetting, and the role of IP addresses in network communication.

 Module 2: Network Access

- Switching Concepts:  

  Learn about Layer 2 switching, VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks), trunking, and inter-VLAN routing. Implement switch configurations and basic security features such as port security.

- Spanning Tree Protocol (STP):  

  Implement and troubleshoot STP to prevent network loops and improve network resilience.

- Wireless Networking:  

  Configure and manage wireless LANs (WLANs), understand wireless security standards (WPA2, WPA3), and configure wireless access points (APs).

 Module 3: IP Connectivity

- Routing Concepts:  

  Learn about static and dynamic routing, including the purpose of routers and the different routing protocols such as RIP, OSPF, and EIGRP.

- IPv4/IPv6 Routing:  

  Configure and troubleshoot IPv4 and IPv6 addressing, implement route summarization, and manage routing table lookups.

- Inter-VLAN Routing:  

  Set up routing between VLANs using Layer 3 switches and routers to ensure communication between different network segments.

 Module 4: IP Services

- DHCP and DNS:  

  Understand how Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) and Domain Name System (DNS) work, and configure routers to function as DHCP servers and DNS clients.

- Network Time Protocol (NTP):  

  Set up and synchronize time across network devices using NTP.

- Quality of Service (QoS):  

  Implement QoS to prioritize network traffic, ensuring efficient bandwidth management for different applications.

 Module 5: Security Fundamentals

- Security Concepts:  

  Learn about network threats such as malware, phishing, and man-in-the-middle attacks. Understand the role of firewalls, IPS/IDS systems, and VPNs in network security.

- Access Control Lists (ACLs):  

  Implement and manage standard and extended access control lists to filter network traffic and enhance security.

- Secure Device Access:  

  Configure secure access to routers and switches using SSH, RADIUS, and TACACS+ for secure remote management.

 Module 6: Automation and Programmability

- Introduction to Automation:  

  Explore networking automation concepts using REST APIs, Python scripting, and network configuration management tools like Ansible.

- SDN (Software-Defined Networking):  

  Understand the basics of SDN and how it separates the control plane from the data plane in network devices.

- Controller-Based Networking:  

  Learn about Cisco DNA Center and how it can be used to automate network configurations, manage devices, and improve efficiency.

 Module 7: Network Management and Troubleshooting

- Troubleshooting Methodologies:  

  Learn how to identify and resolve common network issues using structured troubleshooting approaches.

- Network Monitoring Tools:  

  Use SNMP, Syslog, and NetFlow to monitor and manage network performance and troubleshoot faults.

- Device Management:  

  Configure and manage routers and switches using Cisco IOS, secure backup and restore configurations, and upgrade firmware when necessary.

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