If you prefer a more hands-on practical approach to the IT industry, Cisco Networking could be the career path for you. With networks becoming more common in everyday industry, the demand for network engineers has increased. There couldn’t be a better time to develop your expertise. Cisco is one of the biggest producers of network technologies. A large number of modern computer networks around the world are built and run using Cisco technology.

As a Cisco Network Engineer you’ll be responsible for designing, building and maintaining computer networks that use Cisco technology. Some of the technology you are likely to encounter in this line of work will include: fibre optics, routing switches, servers, wireless LAN controllers, and server blade systems.

The skills and expertise you take away from this course are designed to assist you into a successful career as a Cisco Network Engineer and could lead to a range of other professions not confined to practical engineering; including consulting and marketing. Choosing the Cisco Networking career path will provide a springboard for your future.

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Cisco CCNA 640-802

The Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification is Cisco’s popular networking certification that tests a network administrator’s ability to set up and maintain network systems. Candidates for the CCNA can qualify for the certification by passing the 640-802 exam or splitting the exam into two sections and doing the 640-822 first, then 640-816. This module prepares you for the 640-802 test. Practice exams are also included, which will allow you to answer questions in the same format that the test will use on exam day, and will provide in-depth instructional feedback on each question to thoroughly cover every subject you’ll need to master.

This 640-802 exam tests a candidate’s knowledge and skills required to install, operate, and troubleshoot a small to medium size enterprise branch network. The topics include connecting to a WAN; implementing network security; network types; network media; routing and switching fundamentals; the TCP/IP and OSI models; IP addressing; WAN technologies; operating and configuring IOS devices; extending switched networks with VLANs; determining IP routes; managing IP traffic with access lists; establishing point-to-point connections; and establishing Frame Relay connections.  This course covers:

• Networking Fundamentals
• Network Models
• Concepts in IP Addressing
• Working with Cisco Equipment
• Managing Your Router
• Basic Catalyst Switch Operations and Configuration
• Introduction to WANs
• Wireless LANs
• Basic Network Security
• Basic Routing
• Small-Office Internet Connection
• Advanced Catalyst Switch Operations and Configuration
• IP Access Lists
• Advanced Routing
• Advanced WANs
• Advanced IP Concepts
• Practice Exam 1
• Practice Exam 2
• Practice Exam 3

Time: 19hrs

Cisco CCNA 640-822: Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 1 (ICND1)

The 640-822 Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 1 (ICND1) is the exam associated with the Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician certification and a tangible first step in achieving the Cisco Certified Network Associate certification. This exam tests a candidate’s knowledge and skills required to successfully install, operate, and troubleshoot a small branch office network. The exam includes topics on networking fundamentals; connecting to a WAN; basic security and wireless concepts; routing and switching fundamentals; the TCP/IP and OSI models; IP addressing; WAN technologies; operating and configuring IOS devices; configuring RIPv2, static and default routing; implementing NAT and DHCP; and configuring simple networks. This course module prepares you for the 640-822 test.  This course covers:

• Networking Fundamentals
• Network Models
• Concepts in IP Addressing
• Working with Cisco Equipment
• Managing Your Router
• Basic Catalyst Switch Operations and Configuration
• Introduction to WANs
• Wireless LANs
• Basic Network Security
• Basic Routing
• Small-Office Internet Connection

Time: 11hrs

Cisco CCNA 640-816: Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 2 (ICND2)

The 640-816 Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 2 (ICND2) is the exam associated with the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification. This exam tests a candidate’s knowledge and skills required to successfully install, operate, and troubleshoot a small to medium size enterprise branch network. The exam covers topics on VLSM and IPv6 addressing; extending switched networks with VLANs; configuring, verifying and troubleshooting VLANs; the VTP, RSTP, OSPF and EIGRP protocols; determining IP routes; managing IP traffic with access lists; NAT and DHCP; establishing point-to-point connections; and establishing Frame Relay connections. This course module prepares you for the 640-816 test. Once you have passed the 640-822 and 640-816 exams, you will certify as a CCNA in Routing & Switching.  This course covers:

• Advanced Catalyst Switch Operations and Configuration
• IP Access Lists
• Advanced Routing
• Advanced WANs
• Advanced IP Concepts

Time: 5hrs

Cisco CCNP 642-813: Implementing Cisco IP Switched Networks (SWITCH)

This module is for anyone who is preparing to take the Cisco Certified Network Professional SWITCH 642-813 exam.

Description: As enterprises, service providers, and consumers deploy multilayer switching, the need for experienced and knowledgeable professionals to design, configure, and support multilayer switched networks has grown significantly. Switching is no longer a part of the network infrastructure; it is now the network infrastructure, with wireless as the latest evolution. This series discusses working with various switching technologies, and prepares you for the Cisco Certified Network Professional SWITCH 642-813 certification exam.

• Analysing the Campus Architecture
• VLANs in Campus Networks
• Implementing Spanning Tree
• Implementing Inter-VLAN Routing
• High Availability and Redundancy
• Securing the Campus Infrastructure
• Preparing for Advanced Services

Time: 20hrs

Cisco CCNP 642-832: Troubleshooting and Maintaining Cisco IP Networks (TSHOOT)

This module is for anyone who is preparing to take the Cisco Certified Network Professional TSHOOT 642-832 exam.

Description:  The modules in this series present common models and methodologies for network maintenance and troubleshooting. It features information on commonly used tools and techniques to help you troubleshoot network issues.

• Maintenance for Complex Networks
• Processes for Complex Enterprise
• Tools and Applications
• Campus Switched Solutions
• Routing Solutions
• Addressing Services
• Network Performance Issues
• Converged Networks
• Network Security Implementations

Time: 20hrs

Cisco CCNP: 642-902: Implementing Cisco IP Routing (ROUTE)

This course is designed to help users prepare for the Cisco Certified Network Professional ROUTE 642-902 exam. The modules in this series provide a broad range of technical details on topics related to routing. Each course presents configuration examples and sample verification outputs to demonstrate troubleshooting techniques and critical issues surrounding network operation.  The topics covered include: 

• Routing Services
• Configuring the EIGRP
• Configuring the OSPF Protocol
• Manipulating Routing Updates
• Implementing Path Control
• Implementing a BGP Solution
• Implementing Routing Facilities
• Implementing IPv6

Time: 32hrs

Prospective Job Titles: Cisco Network Engineer, Network Consultant,
Average Salary: £41,000 p.a.
Previous Experience Required: Pref 2 years
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