What is Network training and Certifications ?

An organization can work without network device (Switches, A business can work without a network device (Switches, Routers, Access Points, firewalls, etc..). Either it is a small company or a large scale company. Network device plays an important role when we connect the computers within the location or to connect multiple sites. There are many manufactures for a network device (Such as Cisco, Juniper, D-link, etc..). Most of these organise exam to certify that candidate is eligible to manage their devices.

What is Cisco Certification?

Cisco is most popular for network certification training. Cisco certifications are divided into four levels (Associate -> Professional -> Expert -> Speciality )

This certification is the ability to effectively demonstrate knowledge of how to configure and manage a network.

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Training and Certifications

The Cicso Certified Netowrk Associate (201-301) examination is intended for individuals who have the knowledge of Cisco network devices

It validates an examinee’s ability to:
Explain the working of routers and switches
Understand and configure router and switch
Understand the router and switch ports
Describe and position the core AWS services, including compute, network, databases, and storage.
Identify Azure services for common use cases.

Network Basics
Introduction to networking
Network components and devices
OSI model and TCP/IP
IP addressing
Subnetting
CCNA
Introduction to Command-Line Interface (CLI)
How a Switch Operates
Basic Switch Configuration
Initial Switch Configuration
TCP/IP Applications
Configure Cisco Router's interface
Configure Layer 2 Discovery Protocols
Initial Router Configuration
Default Gateway
Packet Forwarding Concepts
Troubleshoot Port Issues and Switch Media
Troubleshoot Duplex Issues on interface
Configure IPv6 Connectivity
Configure and implement IPv4 Static Routes
Configure and implement IPv6 Static Routes
VLAN and Trunk
Troubleshoot VLANs and Trunk
Router on a Stick
Multiple VLANs and Basic Routing Between the VLANs
Single-Area OSPF
MultiArea-Area OSPF
DR/BDR OSPF
EtherChannel
Improve Redundant Switched Topologies with EtherChannel
IPv4 ACLs
Numbered and Named IPv4 ACLs
Provider-Assigned IPv4 Address
Configure Static NAT
Configure Dynamic NAT and Port Address Translation (PAT)
Implement PAT
Log into the WLC
Monitor the WLC
DHCP Scope
Configure a WLAN
Define a Remote Access Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) Server
Explore Management Options
Explore the Cisco DNA™ Center
Configure and Verify NTP
Configure System Message Logging
Create the Cisco IOS Image Backup
Upgrade Cisco IOS Image
Configure WLAN Using Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) Pre-Shared Key (PSK) Using the GUI
Secure Console and Remote Access
Enable and Limit Remote Access Connectivity
Secure Device Administrative Access
Configure and Verify Port Security
Implement Device Hardening
Automation
SNMP, Syslog, Packet Captring
Exam Code: 20x 0-301
Course duration: 40 Hours
Weekdays = 2 Hours * 5 days in a week = 4 Weeks
Weekends = 3 Hours * 2 days in a week = 7 Weeks

What is CCNA ?

CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate. The CCNA certification is about managing network devices, such as Routers and switches. Cisco organises this certification. As a leading company in networking and communication, Cisco is also a manufacturer of network equipment.

What is the difference between CCNA training and CCNA certification?

CCNA training is about preparing for the CCNA exam. It is like tuition in which you learn about networking fundamentals and Cisco devices. you gain knowledge of networking and cisco equipments but not official certification.

CCNA certification is the official certification issued by Cisco. You need to pass the exam to get this certification. This is conducted by Cisco's authorised exam partners like Pearson Vue. The mode of the exam can be online (proctored exam) or offline (at an authorised exam centre).

The transcript (mark sheet) can be viewed after the completion of the exam.

The certificate can be downloaded after getting an email from Cisco, it takes upto 48hours.

What is CCNA certification fee ?

Name of Exam: 200-301 CCNA
Exam Duration: 120 minutes
Format of question:> Multiple-choice, simulation questions, drag-and-drop
Exam Fee: USD 300 + Taxes

Why CCNA is valuable?

It is recognized globally for networking certification.
It provided career opportunities as:
  • Network Administrator
  • Network Engineer
  • IT Support Specialist
  • Cyber security

How long is CCNA certification valid?

CCNA certification is valid for 3 Years.
How to maintain CCNA cerfication

You can do one of following before expiration of certification

  1. Pass any one CCNP exam. such ENCOR
  2. Pas any one CCIE exam
  3. Earn 30 countin Continuing Education (CE) credit by doing Cisco CE program
if case of certification expiration, you will need to do the certification again