Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
208

This course is part of the IT NETWORK TECHNICIAN training programme (two weeks) consisting of the following courses, it is recommended that both courses are attended to complete training on the topic:
206, A+ PC Engineer
208, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Description

This course follows on from the A+ PC Engineer and Network+ Engineer and introduces the concepts of Cisco technology in the LAN and WAN internet working environment.

Aims The aim of this instructor led course is to equip the student with the necessary knowledge and skills to pass the CCNA exam and to carry out the role of a Cisco network engineer.
Who Would Benefit? Individuals wishing to enhance their knowledge of internetworking concepts and to improve their hands on networking and troubleshooting skills. 
Prerequisites Previous knowledge of networking concepts at a basic level such as reading Network+ material or passing the Network+ exam.  Possibly having attended course 206, A+ PC Engineer.
Content The major topics are Planning and Design, Implementation and Operation, Troubleshooting and Technology
  • PLANNING AND DESIGN
     Design a simple LAN using Cisco Technology 
     Design an IP addressing scheme to meet design requirements 
     Select an appropriate routing protocol based on user requirements 
     Design a simple internetwork using Cisco technology 
     Develop an access list to meet user specifications 
     Choose WAN services to meet customer requirements
      
  • IMPLEMENTATION AND OPERATION
     Configure routing protocols given user requirements 
     Configure IP addresses, subnet masks, and gateway addresses on routers and hosts 
     Configure a router for additional administrative functionality
    Configure a switch with VLANS and inter-switch communication 
    Implement a LAN
    Customize a switch configuration to meet specified network requirements 
     Manage system image and device configuration files 
     Perform an initial configuration on a router
    Perform an initial configuration on a switch 
    Implement access lists
     Implement simple WAN protocols
      
  • TROUBLESHOOTING
    Utilise the OSI model as a guide for systematic network troubleshooting
    Perform LAN and VLAN troubleshooting
    Troubleshoot routing protocols
    Troubleshoot IP addressing and host configuration
    Troubleshoot a device as part of a working network
    Troubleshoot an access list
    Perform simple WAN troubleshooting
      
  • TECHNOLOGY
     Describe network communications using layered models 
     Describe the Spanning Tree process 
     Compare and contrast key characteristics of LAN environments 
     Evaluate the characteristics of routing protocols
     Evaluate TCP/IP communication process and its associated protocols
    Describe the components of network devices
    Evaluate rules for packet control
     Evaluate key characteristics of WANs
Provider & Location   SCN Ltd: Blandford Forum, Dorset
Charges Tuition Fee:  None
Administration and Processing Fee:  £15.00
Daily Charge:  £100.00 + VAT @ 17.5%
Duration 5 days