Explore and master the advanced networking techniques required to achieve CCNA and CCNP qualifications with this value bundle. Offering access to all the training modules required to sit the Cisco CCNA and CCNP accreditation exams, and to demonstrate complete mastery of a modern computer network.

The Cisco Complete Network Certification Training bundle will be of specific interest to:

• IT engineers and network professionals needing to improve their technical skills in order to maintain corporate networks for maximum efficiency, reliability and security.
• Administrators looking to use the available Cisco tools to simplify management of their networked resources.
• IT professionals looking for globally-recognised qualifications that prove their computer hardware and networking skills.
• System administrators who need Cisco specialist training that teaches core networking concepts, and how to apply them.

By selecting the Complete Network Certification package, students have access to training materials for both Cisco qualifications. Using a blend of instructor-led videos and self-assessment tools, students will learn skills that can be immediately applied to improve their corporate network and job opportunities.

In addition, students will gain the necessary knowledge and skills required to master switching, routing and device interconnection. Engineers and administrators can then build VLANs, WANs, and WiFi networks to support advanced applications, such as Unified Communications (UC).

Key Learning Points

The Cisco Complete Network Certification bundle gives network administrators and engineers access to all the materials they need to both boost their knowledge levels and to prepare for the Cisco CCENT, CCNA and CCNP exams, as well as the Voice and Security specialisations.

As well as teaching delegates the fundamentals of IP networking protocols, the bundle will help delegates:

• Understand, design and deploy secure wireless networks built using Cisco technologies.
• Understanding interconnecting devices and the correct configuration of switches and routers to improve network traffic flow and throughput.
• Using Cisco IOS network security tools to mitigate threats and prevent network intrusion.
• Build a scalable network using NAT and PAT to meet the need of a growing business.
• Planning and deploying a Unified Communications network, and using advanced tools and settings to assist with administration.
• Maintaining and troubleshooting IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
• How Spanning Tree protocol and Etherchannel can be applied to add further network functionality and resilience.
• Applying Layer 3 redundancy protocols to improve network resilience and reduce service failures.

Advantages of this course

Upon completion of each module in the Cisco Complete Network Certification Training bundle, network engineers, security administrators and technicians will have a complete understanding of building, maintaining and securing a Cisco-based network. Students will also be fully prepared to sit then CCENT, CCNA and CCNP certifications exams. Other benefits include:

• Learning the skills required to properly design, build and manage a Cisco-based network.
• Fully understand the principles of network switching and routing, and the correct implementation of both.
• Extending network protocols to support advanced IP uses including VoIP, video and Unified Communications.
• Apply Cisco best practice principles to real-world scenarios.
• Using IOS and other Cisco security tools and principles to protect corporate network resources and data.
• A significant advantage in terms of skills and experience over less qualified employees and candidates.

As well as being prepared to sit the CCENT, CCNA and CCNP qualifications, the new skills and knowledge will also help improve the employment prospects of participants; the Cisco qualifications are widely regarded as the gold standard for networking certification available today.

Develop essential networking skills by taking the first step towards Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification with this course. Students will master the three main aspects of network management, helping them develop the skills they need to properly implement and maintain a corporate infrastructure.

The Cisco CCNP Bundle is suitable for:

• IT network engineers who need to expand or improve their practical networking skills.
• Network engineers who need Cisco-specific training.
• IT professionals who want to earn a well regarded industry-specific qualification.
• IT support engineers who would like to specialise in network management and support.
• Individuals who would like to cross-train for a career in network support.

These short course modules will help network engineers consolidate their existing knowledge and experience, whilst helping them prepare for certification if they so choose. Once training has been completed, students will have an in-depth understanding of IP routing, IP switching and troubleshooting IP networks. These fundamental skills can then be applied to any network to improve performance, resilience and to assist with future expansion plans.

In addition, students will gain the necessary knowledge and skills required master IP, OSPF, ACLs (Ethernet and Access Control Lists), VLANs, Frame Relay, Serial Line Interface Protocol and EIGRP (Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol

Key Learning Points

By completing the three modules that make up the CCNP bundle, participants will master all the networking basics they need to manage a small or medium network.

Initially students will learn about Cisco IP routing, covering:

• How to plan routing services for a corporate network.
• Implementing an EIGRP-based solution to provide improved network convergence, IPv6 transition support and more efficient internal routing.
• When and how to deploy IPv4 redistribution and path control.
• How to connect an enterprise network to an ISP network for remote access of internal resources.

With IP routing mastered, focus then shifts to Cisco IP switching, with students learning about:

• Implementing VLANs to segment network traffic and improve bandwidth management.
• The proper use of Layer 2 and Layer 3 security extensions to protect corporate systems.
• Configuring hardware to support advanced networking services like VoIP and video on a corporate network.
• Proper design of a high availability network infrastructure using a set of requirements.

The third module then teaches network administrators how to troubleshoot and maintain their Cisco infrastructure:

• Maintaining and monitoring performance using IOS tools.
• Troubleshooting complex, multi-protocol networks.
• Correcting issues identified as part of the troubleshooting process.

Advantages of this course

The Cisco CCNP bundle is essential for network administrators who want to consolidate their knowledge, or who are working towards the CCNP qualification. Students will benefit from:

• Access to all the training and resources needed to prepare for the CCNP exams.
• Learning the skills and knowledge required to properly build and manage a Cisco-based network.
• Fully understand the principles of network switching and routing, and the correct implementation of both.
• Knowing how to troubleshoot and resolve networking issues as and when they are identified.
• Improved employment options, from internal promotion to new roles within the network industry.

The Cisco CCNP is a cost-effective way for networking professionals to further their careers and prepare for the highly-prized CCNP exams and qualification.

There are two very good reasons to study this great-value online course First of all, you’ll gain the technical expertise to pass the Cisco 100-105 ICND1 exam, which is a first step towards achieving the CCNA Routing and Switching certification. Secondly, you’ll gain the wireless networking skillset to pass the Cisco 200-355 base level certification.

What Will I Learn?

First, you’ll become competent and confident when it comes to installing, operating and troubleshooting a small branch office network. Next, you’ll progress to the in-demand knowledge of Radio Frequency and 802.11 essentials that will enable you to install, configure, monitor and troubleshoot small and medium business and enterprise wireless networks.

How Do I Study?

This course is designed to put you in control of your learning experience. Not only can you study on any device, at a time and a place that suits you, you can use the intuitive navigation and controls to pause, rewind and fast-forward the course content, so that you progress at the rate that’s right for you. Practical, real-world scenarios are at the core of the easy-to-access content, making study both convenient and easy to engage with. The addition of lab videos further enhances the real-world ethos of the course.

KEY LEARNING POINTS

Enhance your wireless networking expertise and prove your technical skillset by working through the modules.

• Begin with a comprehensive introduction before moving on to networking and the OSI model.
• Get to grips with host to host.
• Learn about LAN switching and LAN cabling media.
• Get started with IOS by learning the basics.
• Use your skills in Cisco labs.
• Learn about basic switch op over three easy-to-access modules.
• Move on to an in-depth study of VLAN Trunking.
• Start to explore IPv4 over eight parts before tackling VLSM.
• Find out about static route and IPv4 Upper.
• Get to grips with access control list over four modules before progressing to a comprehensive introduction to Cisco routers.
• Learn about WAN Connect and NAT PAT.
• Find out about common services and securing remote access.
• Explore Cisco dynamic routing, Cisco OSPF and Cisco IOS.
• Move on to switching II before learning about IPv6.
• Recap your learning so far.
• Learn about wireless basics before moving on to wireless standards and wireless signals.
• Find out about antennas and topologies.
• Explore frame types, planning coverage and architectures.
• Learn about stand-alone and Cloud deployments.
• Tackle the area of controller based deployment before moving on to controller discovery.v
• Get to grips with roaming and radio resource management.v
• Learn about wireless security and WLAN configuration.
• Find out about guest networks and client connectivity.
• Get confident with managing wireless.
• Learn about interference and troubleshooting.

ADVANTAGES OF THIS COURSE

• Technical support, should you run into problems.
• Getting certified is a CV-enhancing achievement that will get you on track for the next step in your career.
• Your expert instructor puts their 15+ years of professional experience to great use with visual demonstrations and multimedia presentations based on real-world scenarios.
• Comprehensive labs content on many of the subject demonstrates how you will use your new skillset professionally.
• Flash cards and educational games ensure different learning styles are accounted for.
• The practice quizzes and mock exams built into the course content mean you can progress with confidence.
• Intuitive navigation and controls put you in total control of the learning experience.

Sign up for Cisco CCNA Wireless Courseware today to get on the fast track to being a wireless networking whizz.

If you want to advance your career by achieving the career-enhancing CCNA Routing and Switching certification and CCNA Security certification, this fantastic-value online course is the perfect place to begin your journey. The 37 easy-to-access modules contain all you need to know to prepare for and pass the Cisco 100-101 ICND1 exam. The course also gets you on the road to validating your skillset when it comes to securing Cisco networks.

What Does the Course Cover?

On completion of your study, you’ll be exam ready with the ability to successfully install, operate and troubleshoot a small branch office network. You’ll also have developed the necessary skills to work with core security technologies and the installation, troubleshooting and monitoring of network devices to maintain integrity, confidentiality and the availability of data and devices. Finally, you’ll be able to demonstrate competency in the technologies that Cisco uses in its security structure.

How Do I Study?

Not only does online learning represent great value, it’s the perfect solution for busy professionals who need to work towards certification around their other commitments. The course has a practical, real-world focus, with the addition of labs content making it even easier to see how you will use your new skillset at work.

KEY LEARNING POINTS

Work through the modules at your own pace to make great advances in your technical skills.

• After an introduction, work through comprehensive modules on networking, OSI model, host to host, LAN switching, LAN cabling media, IOS basics, basic switch op, VLAN Trunking, IPv4, VLSM, static route, IPv4 Upper, access control list, Cisco routers, WAN connect, NAT PAT, common services, securing remote access, Cisco dynamic routing, CISCO OSPF, Cisco IOS, switching II and IPv6.
• Enhance your knowledge by watching the Cisco labs bonus content, which shows the technical skillset being used in real-world situations.
• Reflect on your learning with the conclusion.
• Move on to network review, terminology and fundamentals, PKI and cryptography, AAA, bring your own device, secure access, VPNs, secure routing and switching, firewalls, Intrusions Protection System (IPS) and content and endpoint security.
• Watch the CCNA Security 210-260 Promo Video.

ADVANTAGES OF THIS COURSE

• Use the intuitive navigation and controls to rewind, pause and fast-forward course content as you see fit
• Your expert instructor has over 15 years of professional experience to draw on to create practical, real-world scenarios through multimedia presentations and visual demonstrations.
• Flash cards and educational games ensure different learning styles are taken into account.
• Technical support is available, should you run into difficulties.
• Test your knowledge to progress in confidence with the practice quizzes and mock exams incorporated into the course.
• Watch the labs content to envisage how you will apply your new skillset in the workplace.
• Improving your technical skills is a CV-enhancing investment in your career that should produce tangible results.

Sign up to Cisco CCNA Security Courseware today to get on the fast track to becoming Cisco savvy.

If you’re planning to boost your career by earning your CCNA Collaboration certification, this online course covering Cisco Collaboration technologies, will enable you to do just that. Firstly, you’ll focus on gaining the expertise necessary to implement Cisco Collaboration and UC Solutions. Once this is achieved, you’ll move on to gaining the skillset needed to describe and implement Cisco Video Solution Architectures.

What Will I Learn?

On completion of the course, you’ll be confident taking charge of the administration of end-user interfaces, telephony and mobility features and Cisco UC solutions maintenance. In other words, you’ll be prepared for the CICD exam. Not only that, you’ll be able to work with Cisco Telepresence products, video-based endpoints and digital media platforms.

How Does the Course Work?

Not only does this online course represent fantastic value, its online, self-paced nature means you are in total control of your learning experience and can easily study around your existing commitments. Practical experience is at the heart of the course content and the inclusion of video labs demonstrating the step-by-step procedures needed to complete the common daily administration tasks of a Cisco Collaboration solution enhance this further.

KEY LEARNING POINTS

Progress through the units of study to gain in-demand expertise in Cisco Collaboration technologies.

• Get to grips with a comprehensive introduction to Cisco Collaboration Architecture over eleven modules covering small to midsize businesses, Cisco Unified Communications Manager, Cisco Unified Connection and a lab introduction.
• Move on to 19 detailed units on telephony and call routing which takes in deployment scenarios, gateway call routing basics and configuring the gateway.
• Next, get a comprehensive grounding on preparing the network and phone behaviour including preparing the network for voices, IP phone behaviour, configuring the LAN lab, standing up the platform lab and using OVA templates to deploy both CUCMUCIMP and prime collaboration provisioning.
• Explore the important area of CUCM Administration Interfaces, focussing on CUCM stand up, end user interfaces, end user configuration, end point implementation, IMP integration, CUC integration, IP communicator, profile and templates, CUCME phone configuration, CUCM end user portal, configuring CUCM phones from scratch and configuring Cisco SX20 Codec.
• Learn all you need to know about call configuration, including advanced call coverage, calling constrictions and COS, implementing class of control, connecting to the PSTN, configuring voice gateway features, PSTN calling and digit manipulation and PSTN dial plan configuration.
• Reflect on and consolidate your learning so far.
• Get an introduction to CIVND over two thorough chapters, including a helpful overview of the big picture.
• Deepen your knowledge of Cisco video components and architecture and Cisco video and content delivery.
• Explore Cisco video surveillance and Cisco collaboration.
• Find out about the central collaboration endpoint control.
• Learn about Cisco Unified IP Phones, desk endpoints and Cisco Jabber before exploring their configuration.
• Get confident operating and troubleshooting Cisco Unified IP Phones and Cisco Jabber.
• Get to grips with Cisco Telepresence Endpoints and learn about their characteristics and installation.
• Learn to configure Cisco Telepresence CTS, Cisco DX650 Endpoints and Cisco Telepresence TC Endpoints.
• Find out about operating and troubleshooting Cisco Telepresence Endpoints.
• Explore the area of multipoint conferencing and Cisco multipoint conferencing solutions, configuration and monitoring.
• Learn about the characteristics, installation and configuration of Cisco digital media players.
• Master how to manage Cisco Edge 340 digital media players.
• Consolidate your learning with twelve labs sessions.

ADVANTAGES OF THIS COURSE

• Expert instructors with 15+ years of professional experience make the course content easy to apply to the real world scenarios you will encounter.
• Visual demonstrations, multimedia presentations, flash cards and educational games make learning fun and appealing to a wide range of learning styles.
• Practice quizzes and mock exams enhance and consolidate the learning experience.
• The intuitive navigation and controls put you in charge of your study.
• Technical support is on hand, should you need it.
• Gaining your new skillset will get your CV to the top of your pile, boosting your employability.

Get on the next rung of the career ladder today by signing up to Cisco CCNA Collaboration Courseware.

Explore and master the fundamental techniques of designing, deploying and managing a Cisco-based network with the CCNA & CCNP bundle. Using expert instructor-led training, customised presentations, practice exams and other learning supplements, students will have all the materials they need to master advanced Cisco networking techniques at their own pace.

The CCNA and CCNP bundle will prepare students to sit and pass the exams required for both qualifications – regarded as the gold standard for network engineers. By selecting this double package, students have access to the materials for both Cisco qualifications, giving them all the skills they need to build and manage a complete enterprise-class corporate network.

The CCNA and CCNP bundle will be of specific interest to:

• IT engineers and network professionals who want to add to their skills to better maintain corporate networks for maximum efficiency and reliability.
• Administrators looking to simplify management of their networked resources using Cisco approved tools.
• IT professionals looking for a suitable qualification to prove their computer hardware and networking skills.
• System administrators who need Cisco specialist training that teaches core networking concepts, and how best to apply them.
• Individuals who would like to cross-train for a career in the network industry.

In addition, students will gain the necessary knowledge and skills required to master IP, OSPF, ACLs (Ethernet and Access Control Lists), VLANs, Frame Relay, Serial Line Interface Protocol and EIGRP (Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol. Engineers and administrators can then apply this knowledge to building and supporting robust, scalable corporate networks for their employers.

Key Learning Points

The CCNA & CCNP bundle gives network administrators and engineers access to all the materials they need to both boost their knowledge levels and to prepare for the all-important Cisco CCNA and CCNP exams.

After teaching delegates the fundamentals of IP networking protocols, the CCNA bundle will help delegates:

• Implement Variable Length Subnet Masks (VLSM) to improve IP addressing efficiency.
• Understand the importance of IPv6 and how to use it within a corporate network, coupled with Open Shortest Path First (OPSF) routing
• Implement VLANs and Trunks to route and segment traffic for improved network performance and protocol prioritisation.
• Build a scalable network using NAT and PAT to meet the need of a growing business.
• Configure network switches and routers for SNMP, Syslog, Netflow, OSPF and EIGRP according to specific business needs.
• Troubleshoot IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
• Use Spanning Tree protocol and Etherchannel to add further network functionality.
• Apply Layer 3 redundancy protocols to improve network resilience.

Course focus then shifts to Cisco IP switching, with students learning to:

• Implement VLANs to segment network traffic and improve bandwidth management.
• Use Layer 2 and Layer 3 security extensions to protect corporate systems.
• Configure hardware to support advanced networking services like VoIP and video on a corporate network.
• Design and build high availability network infrastructure using a set of requirements.

The final module shows network administrators how to troubleshoot and maintain their existing Cisco infrastructure:

• Maintaining and monitoring performance using IOS tools.
• Troubleshooting complex, multi-protocol networks.
• Correcting issues identified as part of the troubleshooting process.

Advantages of this course

Upon completion of the CCNA and CCNP bundle, network engineers and analysts will have a complete understanding of building and maintaining a Cisco-based network. Students will also be fully prepared to sit both CCNA and CCNP certifications exams. Other benefits include:

• Learning the skills required to properly design, build and manage a Cisco-based network.
• Fully understand the principles of network switching and routing, and the correct implementation of both.
• Extending network protocols to support advanced IP uses including VoIP and video.
• Apply Cisco best practice principles to real-world scenarios.
• A significant advantage in terms of skills and experience over less qualified employees and candidates.

As well as being prepared to sit both CCNA and CCNP qualifications, the new skills and knowledge will also help improve the employment prospects of participants.

Build and secure a cutting edge network using Cisco technologies and the CCNA Security bundle. Designed for network managers and engineers responsible for implementing network security for small and medium businesses, this course teaches the fundamentals of IP technology implementations, before showing delegates how to boost security.

With its focus on network security, this course is best suited to:

• Network managers who want to improve their understanding of security protocols and provisions.
• Network engineers tasked with implementing and configuring security provisions.
• Engineers working with Cisco equipment who want to formalise their training and obtain a vendor-approved qualification.
• IT professionals who want to cross-train into a network security role.

The CCNA Security bundle is the best way for the administrators of Cisco networks to learn how to design, implement and manage a secure network they work towards the gold standard CCNA certification.

After covering networking fundamentals, engineers will move onto learning the techniques required to secure Cisco hardware and networks. From router lockdown to Access Control Lists (ACLs), through to IOS Firewall setup, students will learn how to protect data and network resources from intruders.

Key Learning Points

As a three part bundle of courses, the Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security module will prove to be of greatest interest to network security professionals. Using a combination of instructor-led videos, self-study materials and practical exercises that students can practice in their own test labs, this course will help delegates understand:

• How to use the Cisco Router SDM security audit feature to identify unauthorised network resource usage.
• Securing routers to prevent hackers from gaining access to key network resources.
• The Authentication, Authorisation and Accounting philosophy – key to implementing Cisco-approved security solutions that work.
• Using Access Control Lists to limit network access, mitigate threats and minimise attack surfaces.
• The use of stateful firewalls to identify and block low level hacking attempts automatically.
• Securing inter-site VPNs and data transfer using SDM on Cisco routers.

To help give context to the security modules, students will also study parts 1 and 2 of the CCNA Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices modules – key to achieving the CCNA qualification. These courses take students through the fundamentals of IP technology, and how to configure and deploy Cisco routers and switches in a corporate network.

Advantages of this course

Network security managers and engineers will find the CCNA Security Bundle invaluable for improving their skills and making them more effective at work. These new skills will allow them to:

• Design, configure and deploy a secure network that meets the changing needs of a business without exposing data to unnecessary risk.
• Segment and secure network traffic to deliver an exceptional user experience and to prevent data and systems from being hacked or lost.
• Build inter-site links and implement firewalls and VPN security to protect data as it travels between sites.
• Use the advanced features of Cisco IOS to further improve security and performance of network resources.

Upon completion of the CCNA Security bundle, students will be ready to sit (and pass) their Cisco CCNA exams. They will also find that their vendor-specific skillset greatly improves employment prospects in the network security sector.