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Cisco Networking Pro V8 (New Version)
Cisco Networking Pro (formerly Routing and Switching Pro) is a comprehensive training course to help you master foundational networking concepts and skills. Through hands-on simulations, real-world scenarios, and certification preparation, this course equips you to configure, manage, and troubleshoot Cisco routers and switches while preparing for the Cisco CCNA (200-301) certification.
Skills learned
Understand networking models, IP addressing, subnetting, VLANs, and server roles.
Configure routers, switches, routing protocols, and Spanning Tree Protocol features.
Secure networks with ACLs, VPNs, and wired and wireless security best practices.
Resolve network issues with tools like ping, traceroute, and packet analyzers.
Configure and secure wireless networks and understand protocols and standards.
Explore AI, machine learning, Terraform, and Cisco DNA Center for automation.
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Competency assessment details
Included with the course: The Cisco Networking Pro Competency Assessment is seamlessly integrated
Launch date: June 3, 2025
Assessment format: Performance-based tasks that simulate real-world scenarios
Question count: Up to 15 lab questions
Task count: Up to 45 tasks in the assessment
Time limit: 120 minutes
Score range: 200 - 2000
Passing score: 1350
Recommended experience: Before starting the course, you should have a foundational knowledge of networking concepts
Languages: English
Course objectives
Networking fundamentals
- Understand the OSI and TCP/IP models.
- Configure IP addressing, subnetting, and VLANs.
- Understand Ethernet standards, cabling, and network topologies.
Routing and switching
- Configure and manage Cisco routers and switches.
- Implement routing protocols such as OSPF, EIGRP, and RIP.
- Configure inter-VLAN routing and Layer 3 switching.
Network security
- Secure network devices using access control lists (ACLs).
- Configure VPNs for secure communication.
- Implement port security, device hardening, and advanced security techniques.
Troubleshooting
- Diagnose and resolve common network connectivity issues.
- Use tools like ping, traceroute, and packet analyzers for troubleshooting.
- Troubleshoot routing, switching, and wireless configurations.
Wireless networking
- Configure and secure wireless networks.
- Understand wireless standards, protocols, and security measures.
Automation and Emerging Technologies
- Explore AI, machine learning, and intent-based networking.
- Use Terraform for configuration management.
- Leverage Cisco DNA Center for network automation.