Our Cisco CCNA program provides hands-on training in networking fundamentals, routing, and switching, preparing students for careers in network administration and IT support. The course covers key topics like IP addressing, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN technologies, and network security, with practical lab exercises to ensure real-world readiness. By the end of the program, students will have the skills to configure routers and switches, troubleshoot network issues, and understand essential networking protocols, positioning them to pass the Cisco Certified Network Associate certification exam and pursue careers as network professionals.
Course Outline
Introduction to Networking
- OSI and TCP/IP Models
- Networking Devices and Terminology
IP Addressing and Subnetting
- IPv4/IPv6 Addressing
- Subnetting, CIDR, and VLSM
Ethernet and Switching Basics
- Ethernet Frames and LAN Switching
- VLANs, Inter-VLAN Routing, and STP
Routing Basics and Protocols
- Routing Concepts, Static vs. Dynamic Routing
- RIP, OSPF, EIGRP Configuration
TCP/IP and Networking Protocols
- TCP/UDP, Common Ports and Protocols
- NAT, DHCP, and ICMP
Wireless Networking Fundamentals
- Wireless Standards and Security
- Configuring Wireless Routers and APs
Network Security Fundamentals
- Security Threats and Defense Mechanisms
- Firewalls, ACLs, and VPNs
Wide Area Network (WAN) Technologies
- WAN Connection Types and VPNs
- PPP, Frame Relay, and WAN Configuration
Network Troubleshooting and Tools
- Troubleshooting Methodology
- Network Tools (Ping, Traceroute, Telnet, SSH)
Final Project and Certification Preparation
- Review, Hands-on Labs, and Exam Simulations
- Exam Tips and Study Resources