Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 1

• Educational Background: While no prior networking experience is required, familiarity with basic IT concepts and computer usage is beneficial for optimal progression. 

• Language Proficiency: Learners should have a strong command of English, as all course materials, assessments, and practical exercises are delivered in English. 

• Interest in Networking: This course is designed for individuals keen on building a career in networking or enhancing their knowledge to progress towards advanced Cisco certifications. 

• Understand Networking Fundamentals: Gain a solid foundation in networking principles, including OSI and TCP/IP models, IP addressing, and subnetting, to confidently manage network environments. 

• Configure Cisco Devices: Learn to configure, verify, and troubleshoot Cisco routers and switches to ensure optimal network performance and stability. 

• Master Routing and Switching: Develop an in-depth understanding of Layer 2 switching technologies, VLANs, inter-VLAN routing, and basic static and dynamic routing protocols. 

• Enhance Network Security: Acquire practical knowledge of implementing basic security measures, including securing access to devices and managing firewall configurations. 

• Prepare for CCNA Certification: Build the foundational skills required to pursue the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification and advance your networking career. 

The Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 1 (ICND1) course is ideal for professionals and learners at the beginning of their networking career or those seeking foundational networking skills. Below are the key profiles who can benefit from this course:

• IT Support Specialist
• Network Administrator
• System Administrator
• Junior Network Engineer
• Technical Support Engineer 

Module 1: Building a Simple Network 

• Exploring the Functions of Networking 

• Network 

• Common Physical Components of a Network 

• Characteristics of a Network 

• Physical Topologies 

• IP Network Addressing 

• Classful Addressing 

• Rules for Assigning Network ID 

• Classful Network Architecture 

• Implement Two-Factor Authentication 

• Keep Your Systems Up to Date 

• Encrypt the Entire Network 

• Physically Secure the Network 

• Securing the Network 

• Understanding the Host-to-Host Communications Model 

• Layers of the OSI Model 

• TCP/IP Model 
   

Module 2: Ethernet LANs 

• Understanding the Challenges of Shared LANs 

• Ethernet LAN Segments 

• Extending a LAN Segment 

• Collisions 

• Collision Domains 

• Operating Cisco IOS Software 

• Cisco Catalyst switches 

• Configuring Network Devices 

• External Configuration Sources 

• Cisco IOS Command-Line Interface Functions 

• Entering the EXEC Modes 

• Keyboard Help in the CLI 

• Enhanced Editing Commands 

• Command History 
   

Module 3: WLANs 

• Exploring Wireless Networking 

• Business Case for WLAN Service 

• Differences Between WLANs and LANs 

• Radio Frequency Transmission 

• ITU-R Local FCC Wireless 

• 802.11 Standards Comparison 

• Wi-Fi Certification 

• Understanding WLAN Security 

• Wireless LAN Security Threats 

• Mitigating Security Threats 

• Wireless Client Association 

• Working of 802.1x on WLANs 

• WPA and WPA2 Modes 

• Implementing a WLAN 

• 802.11 Topology Building Blocks 

• BSA Wireless Topology 

• Steps to Implement a WLAN 

• Configure WLAN using WPA2 PSK using the GUI 
   

Module 4: LAN Connections 

• Exploring the Functions of Routing 

• Routers 

• Path Determination 

• Packet Forwarding 

• Routing Tables 

• Routing Table Information 

• Routing Metrics 

• Routing Methods 

• Understanding Binary Numbering 

• Doing the Logic Thing 

• Constructing a Network Addressing Scheme 

• Kinds of Addresses 

• IP Addressing Scheme 

• Subnet Addressing and Masking 

• Classless Interdomain Routing (CIDR) 

• Starting a Cisco Router 

• Before You Get Started 

• Router Setup Steps 

• Configuring a Cisco Router 

• Exploring the Packet Delivery Process 

• Host-to-Host Packet Delivery 

• Graphical Representations of Host-to-Host IP Communications 

• Data Encapsulation 

• Checking the ARP Table 

• Sending the ARP Request 

• Switch Learning and Forwarding 

• Host Receives/ Responds ARP Request 

• Host Receives ARP Response 

• Sender Builds Frame 

• Switch Forwards Frame 

• Understanding Cisco Router Security 

• Physical and Environmental Threats 

• Configuring Password Security 

• Configuring the Login Banner 

• Telnet and SSH Access 

• Using Cisco SDM 

• Configuring Your Router to Support Cisco SDM 

• Start Cisco SDM 

• Steps to Start the Cisco SDM 

• Using a Cisco Router as a DHCP Server 

• Accessing Remote Devices 

• Establishing a Telnet or SSH Connection 

• Telnet and its Configuration 

• SSH and its Configuration 
   

Module 5: WAN Connections 

• Understanding WAN Technologies 

• Introduction 

• Types of WAN Technologies 

• Enabling Static Routing 

• Static Routes Configuration 

• Access Point Configuration 

• Configuring Serial Encapsulation 

• Enabling RIP 
   

Module 6: Network Environment Management 

• Discovering Neighbours on the Network 

• Discovering Neighbours with CDP 

• Using CDP 

• Additional Cisco Discovery Protocol Commands 

• Creating a Network Map 

• Managing Router Start up and Configuration 

• Router Power-On Boot Sequence 

• Router Internal Components 

• ROM Functions 

• Finding the Cisco IOS Image 

• Loading the Cisco IOS Image from Flash 

• Loading the Configuration 

• Managing Cisco Devices 

• Cisco IOS File System and Devices 

• Managing Cisco IOS Images