The following topics are general guidelines for the content likely to be included on the CCNA exam. However, other related topics may also appear on any specific delivery of the exam.
Bridging/Switching
Name and describe two switching methods
Distinguish between cut-through and store-and-forward LAN switching.
Describe the operation of the Spanning Tree Protocol and its benefits.
Describe the benefits of virtual LANs.
OSI Reference Model & Layered Communications
Describe data link and network addresses and identify key differences between them.
Define and describe the function of the MAC address.
List the key internetworking functions for the OSI Network layer.
Identify at least three reasons why the industry uses a layered model.
Describe the two parts of network addressing; then identify the parts in specific protocol address examples.
Define and explain the five conversion steps of data encapsulation.
Describe connection-oriented network service and connectionless network service, and identify their key differences.
Identify the parts in specific protocol address examples.
Describe the advantages of LAN segmentation.
Describe LAN segmentation using bridges.
Describe LAN segmentation using routers.
Describe LAN segmentation using switches.
Describe the benefits of network segmentation with bridges.
Describe the benefits of network segmentation with routers.
Describe the benefits of network segmentation with switches.
Network Protocols
Describe the different classes of IP addresses (and subnetting).
Identify the functions of the TCP/IP network-layer protocol.
Identify the functions performed by ICMP.
Configure IP addresses.
Verify IP addresses.
List the required IPX address and encapsulation type.
Routing
Define flow control and describe the three basic methods used in networking.
Add the RIP routing protocol to your configuration.
Add the IGRP routing protocol to your configuration.
WAN Protocols
Recognize key Frame Relay terms and features.
List commands to configure Frame Relay LMIs, maps, and subinterfaces.
List commands to monitor Frame Relay operation in the router.
State a relevant use and context for ISDN networking.
Identify ISDN protocols, function groups, reference points, and channels.
Identify PPP operations to encapsulate WAN data on CISCO routers
Network Management
Configure standard access lists to figure IP traffic.
Configure extended access lists to filter IP traffic
Monitor and verify selected access list operations on the router.
LAN Design
Describe full- and half-duplex Ethernet operation.
Describe network congestion problem in Ethernet networks.
Describe the features and benefits of Fast Ethernet.
Describe the guidelines and distance limitations of Fast Ethernet.
Cisco Basics, IOS & Network Basics
Examine router elements.
Manage configuration files from the privilege EXEC mode.
Control router passwords, identification, and banner.
Identify the main CISCO IOS software commands for router startup.
Log in to a router in both user and privilege modes.
Check an initial configuration using the setup command.
Use the context-sensitive help facility.
Use the command history and editing features.
List the commands to load CISCO IOS software from: Flash memory, a TFTP server, or ROM.
Prepare to backup, upgrade, and load a backup CISCO IOS software image.
List problems that each routing type encounters when dealing with topology changes, and describe techniques to reduce the number of these problems.
Prepare the initial configuration of your router and enable IP.
Exam Spotlight
640 - 821 CCNA Two Part Harmony
Exam
# 640-821 Introduction to Cisco Technology (INTRO)
Reviewer's Rating
This new exam will test your knowledge of basic router configuration, cable type, IOS commands, the OSI model & subnetting
Test
55 to 65 question, 60 minute time limit
Information
Cost Irs 2,500/- (US $ 65) candidates for CCNA must take in conjuction with #640-811 ICND exam
Who Should take this exam?
Those who want to learn to earn their CCNA in two attempt.
This new exam will test your knowledge of basic router troubleshooting, VLANs, IOS, commands, the OSI model & subnetting
Test
55 to 65 question, 60 minute time limit
Information
Cost Irs 5,000/- (US $ 125) candidates for CCNA must take in conjuction with #640-821 INTRO exam
Who Should take this exam?
Current CCNA may use this exam to recertify.
Students can take Paper 811 & 821 or 801
640 - 801 NEW CCNA Exam
Exam
CCNA Exam (CCNA # 640-801)
Reviewer's Rating
will test your knowledge of extending switched networks with VLANS, determining IP routes, managing IP traffic with access lists
Test
55 to 65 question,(three simulation) 90 minutes time limit apx. score of 849 needed to pass
Information
Cost Irs 7,500/- (US $ 190)
Who Should take this exam?
Those who want to learn to earn their CCNA in one attempt (others can take the new two exam option)
CCNA Study Material
CCNA: Cisco Certified Network Associate Study Guide (3rd Edition)
by Todd Lammle Click here for more info
CCNP Course module
The CCNP certification (Cisco Certified Network Professional) indicates advanced or journeyman knowledge of networks. With a CCNP, a network professional can install, configure, and operate LAN,WAN, and dial access services for organizations with networks from 100 to more than 500 nodes, including but not limited to these protocols: IP, IGRP, IPX, Async Routing, AppleTalk, Extended Access Lists, IP RIP, Route Redistribution, RIP, Route Summarization, OSPF, VLSM, BGP, Serial, Frame Relay, ISDN, ISL, X.25, DDR, PSTN, PPP, VLANs, Ethernet, Access Lists, 802.10, FDDI, Transparent and Translational Bridging.
Organizations whose networks have from 100 to more than 500 nodes.
A CCNP certified individual can perform the following tasks:
• Implement appropriate technologies to build a scalable routed network
• Build campus networks using multilayer switching technologies
• Improve traffic flow, reliability, redundancy, and performance for campus LANs, routed and switched WANs, and remote access networks
• Create and deploy a global intranet
• Troubleshoot an environment that uses Cisco routers and switches for multiprotocol client hosts and services
Positions for a CCNP certified individual include:
• Network administrator
• Level 2 support engineer
• Level 2 systems engineer
• Network technician
• Deployment engineer
Advance Your Career CCNP Certification
Expand Your Professional Options Gaining and Certifying Advanced Skills
The CCNP certification validates an individual’s networking skills at the midcareer level. Candidates who pass the required proctored exams will receive a CCNP certificate from Cisco and may use the CCNP designation on their business cards.
CCNP forms the professional level of the Cisco Career Certification program.
Who is the course for?
Anyone with a good background in Computer Networks and the Internet and preferably CCNA qualified.
What will the course give you?
• Preparation for the CISCO Certified Network Professional Exams
• Advanced networking skills to design, install and maintain large routed computer networks.
• Increased professional credibility by gaining high standards of technical expertise.
• Skills necessary to improve your opportunities within the workforce.
• The knowledge and skills necessary to take the CCNP exams
What material is covered ?
• Extending IP Addresses Using VLSMs
• Configuring OFPF, Enhanced IGRP and BGP
• Assembling and Cabling WAN Components
• Using ISDN and DDR to Enhance Remote Connectivity
• Scaling IP Addresses with PAT and NAT
• Introduction to Switching Concepts and Virtual LANs
• Support Resources for Troubleshooting
• Workgroup Discovery Lab and CCO
• Documenting Symptoms, Actions and Results
• Tracking Log-ins and Connections
• Troubleshooting VLANs on Routers and Switches
Building Scalable Cisco Internetworks Exam (BSCI)(642-801)
The Building Scalable Cisco Internetworks exam is one exam within a series of exams required to achieve CCIP certification. This exam will also be accepted as a replacement for the Routing exam (640-603 RTING), since the content includes all topics for the Routing exam as well as additional information relevant to communications and services audiences.
Exam Topics
The following topics are general guidelines for the content likely to be included on the Building Scalable Cisco Internetworks exam. However, other related topics may also appear on any specific delivery of the exam.
List the key information routers needs to route data
Describe classful and classless routing protocols
Describe link-state router protocol operation
Compare classful and classless routing protocols
Compare distance vector and link state routing protocols
Describe concepts relating to extending IP addresses and the use of VLSMs to extend IP addresses
Describe the features and operation of EIGRP
Describe the features and operation of single area OSPF
Describe the features and operation of multi-area OSPF
Explain basic OSI terminology and network layer protocols used in OSI
Identify similarities and differences between Integrated IS-IS and OSPF
List the types of IS-IS routers and their role in IS-IS area design
Describe the hierarchical structure of IS-IS areas
Describe the concept of establishing adjacencies
Describe the features and operation of BGP
Explain how BGP policy-based routing functions within an autonomous system
Explain the use of redistribution between BGP and Interior Gateway Protocols (IGPs)
Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks (BCMSN)(642-811)
In the Building Cisco Multilayer Switched Networks (BCMSN) course, network administrators learn how to build campus networks using multilayer switching technologies over high speed Ethernet. This course includes both routing and switching concepts, covering both Layer 2 and Layer 3 technologies. BCMSN is part of the recommended training path for those students seeking the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP), and Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) certifications.
Exam Topics
The following topics are covered in the BCMSN course:
Describe the Enterprise Composite Model used for designing networks and explain how it addresses enterprise network needs for performance, scalability and availability
Describe the physical, data-link and network layer technologies used in a switched network, and identify when to use each
Explain the role of switches in the various modules of the Enterprise Composite Model (Campus Infrastructure, Server Farm, Enterprise Edge, Network Management)
Explain the function of the Switching Database Manager [specifically Content Addressable Memory (CAM) and Ternary Content Addressable Memory (TCAM)] within a Catalyst switch Describe the features and operation of VLANs on a switched network
Describe the features of the VLAN trunking protocols including 802.1Q, ISL (emphasis on 802.1Q) and dynmic trunking protocol
Describe the features and operation of 802.1Q Tunneling (802.1QinQ) within a service provider network.
Describe the operation and purpose of managed VLAN services
Describe how VTP versions 1 and 2 operate including domains, modes, advertisements, and pruning
Explain the function of the Switching Database Manager [specifically Content Addressable Memory (CAM) and Ternary Content Addressable Memory (TCAM)] within a atalyst switch
Explain the operation and purpose of the Spanning-Tree Protocol (STP) on a switched network
Identify the specific types of Cisco route switch processors, and provide implementation details
List and describe the operation of the key components required to implement interVLAN routing
Explain the types of redundancy in a multilayer switched network including hardware and software redundancy
Explain how IP multicast operates on a multilayer switched network, including PIM, CGMPand IGMP
Describe the quality issues with voice traffic on a switched data network, including jitter and delay
Describe the QoS solutions that address voice quality issues
Describe the features and operation of network analysis modules on Catalyst switches to improve network traffic management
Describe Transparent LAN Services and how they are implemented in a service provider network
Building Cisco Remote Access Networks (BCRAN)(642-821)
In the Building Cisco Remote Access Networks course, students learn how to build, configure and troubleshoot a remote access network to interconnect central sites to branch offices and home offices. Students also learn how to control access to the central site, as well as to maximize bandwidth utilization over the remote links.
Exam Topics
The following topics are covered in the BCRAN course:
Describe how different WAN technologies can be used to provide remote access to a network, including asynchronous dial-in, Frame Relay, ISDN, cable modem, and DSL
Describe traffic control methods used to manage traffic flow on WAN links
Explain the operation of remote network access control methods
Identify PPP components, and explain the use of PPP as an access and encapsulation method
Describe the structure and operation of virtual private network technologies
Describe the process of Network Address Translation (NAT)
Configure asynchronous modems and router interfaces to provide network access
Configure an ISDN solution for remote access
Configure frame relay operation and traffic control on WAN links
Configure access control to manage and limit remote access
Configure DSL operation using Cisco IOS
Configure VPN operation using Cisco IOS
Configure Network Address Translation (NAT)
Cisco Internetwork Troubleshooting (CIT)(642-831)
The Cisco Internetwork Troubleshooting (CIT) course teaches students how to baseline and troubleshoot an environment using Cisco routers and switches for multiprotocol client hosts and servers connected with the following:
Ethernet and Fast Ethernet LANs Serial, Frame Relay, and ISDN BRI WANs
The course provides students with methodical practice using specific Cisco IOS software and Catalyst software tools to diagnose and correct problems on widely installed Cisco products.
Exam Topics
The following topics are covered in the CIT course:
Identify troubleshooting methods.
Explain documentation standards and the requirements for document control.
Establish an optimal system baseline.
Diagram and document system topology.Document end system configuration.
Verify connectivity at all layers.
Select an optimal troubleshooting approach.
Exam Description
The CISCO Certified Network Professional exam (CCNP) will have four papers.
*Course Fees includes Study Material
*Course Fees does not include Examination Charges
Examination Fees
Examination
Subject
Per Paper
IRS.
Per Paper
US$
No. of Papers
Per Course
IRS.
Per Course
US $
CCNA
6,750
150
1 or 2
6,750
150
CCNP
6,750
150
4
27,000
600
Total
33,750
750
Students can Complete CCNA+CCNP in 30 to 35 days. This duration include
Completion of Course at Compufield premises includes instruction, Practice,
Practicals and Offline examination test.
· TCP and UDP Small Servers
· PCMCIA Filesystem Compatibility Matrix and Filesystem Information
· Routers
· Troubleshooting Cisco Catalyst Switches
IP
· Cisco IOS Network Address Translation (NAT)
· Deploying Network Address Translation
· Proxy ARP
· Ping and Traceroute Commands
· FTP Active or Passive
· GRE Tunnel
· Access Control Lists and IP Fragments
IP Routing
· Enhanced IGRP Stub Routing
Multicast
· Multicast Quick-Start Configuration Guide
LAN
· 1000BASE-T GBIC Installation Notes
· Preparing for Installation
· Troubleshooting Cisco Catalyst Switches
· Troubleshooting Connectivity in a Wireless LAN Network
· Configuring FDDI/CDDI Switching
· Access Point
· Fibre Channel and Ethernet/IP Unite
· Tagging Scheme
· IEEE 802.2 Logic Link Control
· IEEE 802.3 CSMA/CD Access Method
· IEEE 802.5 Token-Ring Access Method
· IEEE 802.11 Wireless
· Troubleshooting Cisco Router Token Ring Interfaces
· Token Ring/IEEE 802.5
· Troubleshooting Ethernet
· Fast Ethernet 100-Mbps Solutions
Multiservice
· Cisco IOS Voice, Video, and Fax Commands
QoS
· Quality of Service Solutions Configuration Guide
· Introduction to Frame Relay
· Network-Based Application Recognition
· Quality of Service Commands
· Configuring RSVP
WAN
· Capabilities of Typical ISDN Switches
· Configuring ISDN BRI for Leased-Line Service
· MS-CHAP Support
· T1 Layer 1 Troubleshooting
· Asynchronous Transfer Mode Switching
· ATM Routing with IISP and PNNI
· PPPOA Baseline Architecture
· Voice over ATM with AAL2 Trunking
· Interface Commands
· Configuring Serial Interfaces
· Introduction to WAN Technologies
· Configuring Frame Relay
Security
Identifies experts in configuring and maintaining secure networks.
Course Contents
· Cisco Documentation
· Cisco - Internet Security Advisories
· Increasing Security on IP Networks
· Security Technologies
· Improving Security on Cisco Routers
· Cisco Service & Support Technical Tips
· Frame Relay
· Routing Protocols
· Configuring IP Routing Protocols
· OSPF Design Guide
· BGP Tech Tips
· EIGRP
· IGRP
· Router Management
Service Provider
(formerly Communications and Services)
Certifies expert level knowledge of networking in service provider environments.
Course Contents
Blueprint: Optical
Blueprint: Revised Optical (beta version)
Blueprint: DSL
Blueprint: Cable
Blueprint: WAN Switching
Blueprint: IP Telephony
Blueprint: Dial
Blueprint: Content Networking (beta version
Voice
Certifies expert level knowledge of voice over IP networks in the enterprise.
Course Contents
· QoS Introduction
· H.323 Introduction
· MGCP Introduction
· SIP Introduction
· IP Telephony/VOIP Introduction
· Designing a Static Dial Plan
· Cisco CallManager Clustering
· Understanding and Troubleshooting Echo Problems
· Cisco SIP Proxy Server Introduction
· Voicemail Integration
· Cisco CallManager Introduction
The course is intended for those who want to learn the very basics of Linux Operating System or those who want to go for System and Network Administration and don't have any prior experience on Linux
Linux System Administration (3 Days - 24 Hours) (Level II)
Overview of System Administration
Installation of Linux
Command-line Interface
User and Group Management
File and Directory Basics
Device & Disk Management (Adding a New Disk, Creating Slices, formatting disks with ext3/ext2 FS)
Filesystem Management (e2fsck and other utilities)
System Startup and Shutdown
Boot Processes
Creating a Startup Shell Script
Package Management (Using Kpackage and rpm commands)
Process Management
Printer Administration
Backup Administration
Course Audience:
The course is intended for those who want to learn, pursue a job as System Administrator and Covers all aspects of System Administration.
Linux Network Administration (Approx 40 Hours) (Level III)
