Cisco CCNA for IT Supporters: Module 3 - Scaling Networks (Series 9)

PrerequisitesSpecial

This is the third module of the CCNA series, should you wish to book on the series please book on Module 1 Introduction to Networks.

This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a large and complex network. You will learn how to configure routers and switches for advanced functionality. By the end of this course, you will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with OSPF, EIGRP, STP, and VTP in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. You will also develop the knowledge and skills needed to implement DHCP and DNS operations in a network.

• University IT Supporters are the target audience, although it is open to all current University members (departments and colleges)
• Further details regarding eligibility criteria are available

This is the third of four modules in the CCNA course, you must complete and pass Module 2 Routing and Switching Essentials before you are eligible to attend this course:

• Introduction to Networks
• Routing and Switching Essentials
• Scaling Networks
• Connecting Networks

Number of sessions: 12

• Configure and troubleshoot DHCP and DNS operations for IPv4 and IPv6
• Describe the operations and benefits of the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)
• Configure and troubleshoot STP operations
• Describe the operations and benefits of link aggregation and Cisco VLAN Trunk Protocol (VTP)
• Configure and troubleshoot basic operations of routers in a complex routed network for IPv4 and IPv6
• Configure and troubleshoot advanced operations of routers and implement RIP, OSPF, and EIGRP routing protocols for IPv4 and IPv6
• Manage Cisco IOS® Software licensing and configuration files

Presentations, demonstrations and practicals.

• A combination of lab equipment, remote systems and simulation software will be used

One half day session per week for 12 weeks:

• Weeks 1 to 9 Instructor led training
• Week 10 Revision session
• Week 11 Theory exam
• Week 12 Practical exam

• Cisco CCNA for IT Supporters: Module 1 - Introduction to Networks (Series 10)
• Cisco CCNA for IT Supporters: Module 2 - Routing and Switching Essentials (Series 9)
• Cisco CCNA for IT Supporters: Module 4 - Connecting Networks (Series 9)