CCNA (2 of 3): Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials

Course Description

This course focuses on switching technologies and router operations that support small-to-medium business networks, including wireless local area networks (WLAN) and security concepts. In this second course in a 3-course CCNA series you’ll perform basic network configuration and troubleshooting, identify and mitigate LAN security threats, and configure and secure a basic WLAN.

Recommended preparation: CCNA: Introduction to Networks or having equivalent knowledge. 

After completing all three CCNA courses, you are ready to take the CCNA Certification. 

You'll Learn These Core Skills:

• Work with routers, switches and wireless devices to configure and troubleshoot VLANs, Wireless LANs and Inter-VLAN routing.
• Configure and troubleshoot redundancy on a switched network using STP and EtherChannel.
• Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills using real equipment and Cisco Packet Tracer.
• Explain how to support available and reliable networks using dynamic addressing and first-hop redundancy protocols.

Length: 70 hours

Course and Exam Info

The CCNA curriculum is delivered as online self-study modules. Quizzes and practice exams are run using simulation software provided with the course (Windows or Linux required). Final exams are conducted on physical equipment (locations and available times to be posted during the course).

If you choose to enroll early, you will get instant access to the course material. If during your early enrollment you decide to take an exam, simply ask your instructor to activate it early. We encourage you to enroll early if you think you are going to need additional time to complete the course.

All Cisco certification exams worldwide are proctored at Pearson Vue testing centers. Your course mentor can advise on local certification options to best suit your needs. Certification fees typically range from $150-$300 depending on the exams required.