(CCNA) Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions
Master CCNA with NIL Learning: Learn to install, configure & operate networks, with focus on security, automation, and IPv4/IPv6. Prepare for the 200-301 exam.
Duration
5 days
Version
2.1
CE Credits
30
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CLCs
42
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By default, our instructors deliver the courses remotely in real time in English. On-premise delivery and other languages available on request.
Course Overview
Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA) training teaches you how to install, operate, configure, and verify a basic IPv4 and IPv6 network, configure network components, such as switches, routers, and wireless local area network (LAN) controllers (WLNs), manage network devices, and identify basic security threats. This training also covers the introduction of AI and machine learning (ML) in network operations.
This training prepares you for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (200-301 CCNA) exam. If passed, you earn the CCNA certification. This training also earns you 30 Continuing Education (CE) credits towards recertification.
This training will help you:
- Learn the knowledge and skills to install, configure, and operate a small- to medium-sized network
- Gain a foundation in the essentials of networking, security, and automation
- Prepare for the 200-301 CCNA exam
- Earn 30 CE credits toward recertification
Unlock Your CCNA Success with Us!
Hey! Can't wait to guide you through mastering CCNA and boosting your career!
Welcome! This CCNA course is all about empowering you to grasp networking essentials and pass your certification with confidence. We'll break down the tough stuff and make learning enjoyable. Let's start your CCNA journey together!
Robert Lesar
Lead Instructor
Dates and Prices
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03.03.2025 - 07.03.2025 |
English |
Online, GMT+1 |
2780 € 2810 $ or 42 CLC |
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21.07.2025 - 25.07.2025 |
English |
Online, GMT+2 |
2780 € 2810 $ |
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06.10.2025 - 10.10.2025 |
English |
Online, GMT+2 |
2780 € 2810 $ |
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| All prices exclude VAT. |
All prices exclude VAT.
Cisco Learning Credits (CLCs) are prepaid training vouchers that can be used as investment into your knowledge. You can attend NIL Learning’s trainings and pay with CLCs. Click to learn more.
Objectives
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- Identifying the components of a computer network and describing their basic characteristics
- Understanding the model of host-to-host communication
- Describing the features and functions of the Cisco Internetwork Operating System (IOS) software
- Describing LANs and the role of switches within LANs
- Describing Ethernet as the network access layer of TCP/IP and describing the operation of switches
- Installing a switch and performing the initial configuration
- Describing the TCP/IP Internet layer, IPv4, its addressing scheme, and subnetting
- Describing the TCP/IP Transport layer and Application layer
- Exploring functions of routing
- Implementing basic configuration on a Cisco router
- Explaining host-to-host communications across switches and routers
- Identifying and resolving common switched network issues and common problems associated with IPv4 addressing
- Describing IPv6 main features and addresses, and configuring and verifying basic IPv6 connectivity
- Describing the operation, benefits, and limitations of static routing
- Describing, implementing, and verifying virtual local area networks (VLANs) and trunks
- Describing the application and configuration of inter-VLAN routing
- Explaining the basics of dynamic routing protocols and describing components and terms of Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)
- Explaining how Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) and Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) work
- Configuring link aggregation using EtherChannel
- Describing the purpose of Layer 3 redundancy protocols
- Describing basic wide-area network (WAN) and virtual private network (VPN) concepts
- Describing the operation of access control lists (ACLs) and their applications in the network
- Configuring Internet access using Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) clients and explaining and configuring network address translation (NAT) on Cisco routers
- Describing basic quality of service (QoS) concepts
- Describing the concepts of wireless networks, which types of wireless networks can be built and how to use WLC
- Describing network and device architectures and introduce virtualization
- Explain software-defined networks
- Configuring basic IOS system monitoring tools
- Describing the management of Cisco devices
- Describing the current security threat landscape
- Describing threat defense technologies
- Implementing a basic security configuration of the device management plane
- Implementing basic steps to harden network devices
- Discuss the need of network programmability in Enterprise networks, common programmability protocols, and configuration management tools
- Describe AI and ML in network operations
Who should enroll?
- Entry-level Network Engineer
- Network Administrator
- Network Support Technician
- Help Desk Technician
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Course Outline
- Exploring the Functions of Networking
- Introducing the Host-To-Host Communications Model
- Operating Cisco IOS Software
- Introducing LANs
- Exploring the TCP/IP Link Layer
- Starting a Switch
- Introducing the TCP/IP Internet Layer, IPv4 Addressing, and Subnets
- Explaining the TCP/IP Transport Layer and Application Layer
- Exploring the Functions of Routing
- Configuring a Cisco Router
- Exploring the Packet Delivery Process
- Troubleshooting a Simple Network
- Introducing Basic IPv6
- Configuring Static Routing
- Implementing VLANs and Trunks
- Routing Between VLANs
- Introducing OSPF
- Building Redundant Switched Topologies
- Improving Redundant Switched Topologies with EtherChannel
- Explaining the Basics of ACL
- Enabling Internet Connectivity
- Introducing AI and ML in Network Operations
- Introducing System Monitoring
- Managing Cisco Devices
- Securing Administrative Access
- Implementing Device Hardening
- Exploring Layer 3 Redundancy
- Introducing WAN Technologies
- Introducing QoS
- Explaining Wireless Fundamentals
- Introducing Architectures and Virtualization
- Explaining Software-Defined Networking
- Introducing Network Programmability
- Examining the Security Threat Landscape
- Implementing Threat Defense Technologies
Lab Outline
- Get Started with Cisco CLI
- Observe How a Switch Operates
- Perform Basic Switch Configuration
- Inspect TCP/IP Applications
- Configure an Interface on a Cisco Router
- Configure and Verify Layer 2 Discovery Protocols
- Configure Default Gateway
- Explore Packet Forwarding
- Troubleshoot Switch Media and Port Issues
- Troubleshoot Port Duplex Issues
- Configure Basic IPv6 Connectivity
- Configure and Verify IPv4 Static Routes
- Configure IPv6 Static Routes
- Configure VLANs and Trunks
- Configure Inter-VLAN Routing
- Configure and Verify Single-Area OSPF
- Configure and Verify EtherChannel
- Configure and Verify IPv4 ACLs
- Configure a Provider-Assigned IPv4 Address
- Configure Static NAT
- Configure Dynamic NAT and PAT
- Configure and Verify NTP
- Create the Cisco IOS Image Backup
- Upgrade Cisco IOS Image
- Secure Console and Remote Access
- Enable and Limit Remote Access Connectivity
- Configure and Verify Port Security
Prerequisite Knowledge
The knowledge and skills you are expected to have before attending this training are:
- Basic computer literacy
- Basic PC operating system navigation skills
- Basic Internet usage skills
- Basic IP address knowledge
There are no formal prerequisites for CCNA certification, but you should make sure to have a good understanding of the exam topics.
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CCNA – I understand Cisco configuration better now
It has really helped me to understand Cisco configuration better – routers and switches.
CCNA – Skilled and pleasant instructor
I am satisfied with the training and the instructor, who is skilled and has a pleasant personality.
CCNA – The instructor included the spanning tree
Spanning tree is part of the self-study, but should be included in classroom training. Our instructor did it and it was very useful.
CCNA – Gave loads of examples from his own experience
Gave a lot of examples from his own experience on how to apply certain concepts and suggested solutions for our questions/issues.
CCNA – Discussion of specific topics
The instructor kept the conversation going in addition to presenting the course, which allowed for the discussion of specific questions about our own workplace setup.
CCNA – The instructor provided detailed explanations
Asking questions, explaining the theory, following and checking the progress in labs. The Instructor provided detailed explanation for our questions and provided the solutions,
CCNA – Great instructor
The instructor was great at explaining and breaking down difficult topics, made sure everyone was following, answered questions, etc.