Overview
The topic covers the skills necessary to install, operate and troubleshoot a small enterprise branch network, including basic network security. The curriculum covers networking fundamentals, WAN technologies, basic security and wireless concepts, routing and switching fundamentals, and configuring simple networks.
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Aims
This topic aims to provide the training and examination that will prepare the student for external examination to gain the first part of the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) industry qualification.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
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Describe the devices and services used to support communications in data networks and the Internet
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Perform basic configurations for routers, switches and networking services (DHCP, NAT)
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Design subnet masks and addresses to fulfil given requirements in IPv4 and IPv6 networks
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Configure and troubleshoot connectivity of a small network using security best practices
5.
Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills using real equipment and Cisco Packet Tracer
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Other topic information
To complete this topic, students will complete the national training units linked to the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) industry qualification.