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The [[11-Week CCNA Countdown — 2 h 05 m every day]] to finish these courses before the end of July.

My why(s)

• I want to candidate in a cyber-security school.
• I want to have some career opportunity
• I want to be able to break some things on the internet because it's so funny ahahah
• I want to learn how to study better, to improve some aspect of my own life and maybe other's life
• I want to be useful, to help others who don't have the opportunity to go to school to protect themselves on the internet
• I want to learn in public, and to teach others to create some human connections, to inspire and to help others achieving their dreams and happiness. I want to create a blog to do just that.
• I want to make my life meaningful, to create a better internet, to make it a place where everyone can freely show their creativity.
• I want to be happy myself and to be proud of my achievements.

Exam Time Requirements and Additional Infos

Résumé des cours

• Getting Started with Cisco Packet Tracer

  • Temps nécessaire : Non précisé
  • Nombre de modules : 2

• CCNA: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation

  • Temps nécessaire : 70 heures
  • Nombre de modules : 14

• CCNA: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials

  • Temps nécessaire : 70 heures
  • Nombre de modules : 12

• CCNA: Introduction to Networks

  • Temps nécessaire : 70 heures
  • Nombre de modules : 17

• The study material consist of texts, Labs and videos.

My Availability

• I do these courses while being in an engineering school. I don't have a lot of time, and school stay my priority.
• I have until 20 July 2025 to finish all the courses. It's currently 19 May 2025.
• I can work 4 hours a week on it, maybe more if it's possible.

Getting Started with Cisco Packet Tracer

Your on-ramp to Cisco Packet Tracer. Get familiar with the simulation environment and download the latest version.

Overview

Meet our innovative network simulation and visualization tool, Cisco Packet Tracer. This virtual lab is an interactive way to practice networking, IoT, and cybersecurity – no hardware required! This course introduces you to the Cisco Packet Tracer simulation environment. Learn how to use Cisco Packet Tracer to visualize and simulate a network using everyday examples. Practice your skills with interactive virtual lab activities, and hone your problem-solving skills, too. Get valuable tips and best practices and gain confidence to use this powerful tool in later courses or for your own practice.

Enroll to download Cisco Packet Tracer for free and get started today!

Curriculum

Module 1: Download and Use Cisco Packet Tracer

1.0 Install Cisco Packet Tracer

• 1.0.1 Video - Welcome to Getting Started with Cisco Packet Tracer
• 1.0.2 First Time in the Course
• 1.0.3 Download Cisco Packet Tracer
• 1.0.4 Why Should I Take this Course?
• 1.0.5 Overview of Cisco Packet Tracer

1.1 The Cisco Packet Tracer Interface

• 1.1.1 Video - The Packet Tracer User Interface
• 1.1.2 Video - Deploying Devices
• 1.1.3 GUI and CLI Configuration in Cisco Packet Tracer
• 1.1.4 Video - Packet Tracer Tutored Activity
• 1.1.5 Video - Using PTTA Activities - Logical and Physical Mode
• 1.1.6 Packet Tracer TUTOR Activity - Logical and Physical Mode Exploration

Module 2: Create a Cisco Packet Tracer Network

2.0 Packet Tracer File Types

• 2.0.1 Cisco Packet Tracer File Types
• 2.0.2 Cisco Packet Tracer Assessments

2.1 Build a Home Network

• 2.1.1 Video - Using .pka Activities
• 2.1.2 Packet Tracer - Create a Simple Network
• 2.1.3 Video - Advanced features of Cisco Packet Tracer

2.2 Summary of Course

• 2.2.1 Summary

Getting Started with Cisco Packet Tracer Course Final Exam

Course Final Exam

• Packet Tracer activity
• End of Course Survey

CCNA: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation

The third in a three-course series to build your networking skills and get ready for CCNA certification and associate-level jobs.

Overview

Did you know the number of devices connected to the internet is expected to reach 50 billion worldwide by 2030? People across the world depend on the network every day — and the professionals who keep it running. Take ownership of your career with this three-course series and prepare for associate-level job roles like Network Administrator, System Administrator, or Network Engineer. Once you finish this course, you are ready to take the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification exam, an industry-recognized credential that validates your expertise. Becoming CCNA certified helps you stand out to employers and land your next job.

Curriculum

Module 1: Network Fundamentals

• 1.0 Introduction
• 1.1 Network Topologies
• 1.2 Network Components
• 1.3 IP Addressing
• 1.4 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 2: Routing and Switching Essentials

• 2.0 Introduction
• 2.1 Basic Router Configuration
• 2.2 Routing Protocols
• 2.3 VLANs and Inter-VLAN Routing
• 2.4 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 3: Wide Area Network (WAN) Technologies

• 3.0 Introduction
• 3.1 WAN Technologies Overview
• 3.2 Frame Relay and MPLS
• 3.3 VPNs and DMVPNs
• 3.4 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 4: Network Security

• 4.0 Introduction
• 4.1 Firewall Technologies
• 4.2 VPN and Remote Access Security
• 4.3 Security Protocols
• 4.4 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 5: Quality of Service (QoS)

• 5.0 Introduction
• 5.1 Traffic Characteristics
• 5.2 Queuing Algorithms
• 5.3 QoS Models
• 5.4 QoS Implementation Techniques
• 5.5 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 6: Network Management

• 6.0 Introduction
• 6.1 Device Discovery with CDP
• 6.2 Device Discovery with LLDP
• 6.3 NTP and SNMP
• 6.4 Syslog and File Maintenance
• 6.5 IOS Image Management
• 6.6 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 7: Network Design

• 7.0 Introduction
• 7.1 Hierarchical Networks
• 7.2 Scalable Networks
• 7.3 Switch and Router Hardware
• 7.4 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 8: Network Troubleshooting

• 8.0 Introduction
• 8.1 Network Documentation
• 8.2 Troubleshooting Process and Tools
• 8.3 Troubleshooting IP Connectivity
• 8.4 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 9: Network Virtualization

• 9.0 Introduction
• 9.1 Cloud Computing
• 9.2 Virtualization
• 9.3 Software-Defined Networking
• 9.4 Controllers
• 9.5 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 10: Network Automation

• 10.0 Introduction
• 10.1 Automation Overview
• 10.2 Data Formats and APIs
• 10.3 Configuration Management Tools
• 10.4 IBN and Cisco DNA Center
• 10.5 Module Practice and Quiz

Checkpoint Exam: Optimize, Monitor, and Troubleshoot Networks Exam

CCNA (200-301) Certification Practice Exam

Final Exam

• Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation Final Exam
• End of Course Survey

CCNA: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials

The second in a three-course series to build your networking skills and get ready for CCNA certification and associate-level jobs.

Overview

Networking professionals play a vital role in connecting people, devices, and data across the globe. We need creative minds to help transform the way we work, live, and play. In this three-course series, you will build the skills you need for associate-level job roles like Network Administrator, System Administrator, or Network Engineer. You will also get ready to take the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification exam, an industry-recognized credential that validates your expertise and opens doors to exciting professional opportunities.

CCNA: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials is the second course in this series. This course covers topics in switching and routing and delves into wireless local area networks (WLANs) and security concepts. After completing this course, you'll understand network operations and be capable of performing network configuration, troubleshooting, and mitigation of LAN security threats.

Curriculum

Module 1: Basic Device Configuration

• 1.0 Introduction
• 1.1 Configure a Switch with Initial Settings
• 1.2 Configure Switch Ports
• 1.3 Secure Remote Access
• 1.4 Basic Router Configuration
• 1.5 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 2: VLANs

• 2.0 Introduction
• 2.1 VLAN Configuration
• 2.2 Troubleshooting VLAN Issues
• 2.3 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 3: Inter-VLAN Routing

• 3.0 Introduction
• 3.1 Router-on-a-Stick Configuration
• 3.2 Configuring Routing on Switches
• 3.3 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 4: Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)

• 4.0 Introduction
• 4.1 STP Concepts and Configuration
• 4.2 STP Root Bridge Election
• 4.3 STP Troubleshooting
• 4.4 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 5: Wireless LANs (WLAN)

• 5.0 Introduction
• 5.1 WLAN Configuration and Security
• 5.2 Troubleshooting WLAN Issues
• 5.3 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 6: Routing Concepts

• 6.0 Introduction
• 6.1 Path Determination
• 6.2 Packet Forwarding
• 6.3 Basic Router Configuration Review
• 6.4 IP Routing Table
• 6.5 Static and Dynamic Routing
• 6.6 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 7: IP Static Routing

• 7.0 Introduction
• 7.1 Static Routes
• 7.2 Configure IP Static Routes
• 7.3 Configure IP Default Static Routes
• 7.4 Configure Floating Static Routes
• 7.5 Configure Static Host Routes
• 7.6 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 8: Troubleshooting Static and Default Routes

• 8.0 Introduction
• 8.1 Packet Processing with Static Routes
• 8.2 Troubleshoot IPv4 Static and Default Route Configuration
• 8.3 Module Practice and Quiz

Checkpoint Exam: Routing Concepts and Configuration Exam

CCNA: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials Practice Final Exam

Final Exam

• CCNA: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials Course Final Exam
• End of Course Survey

SRWE Final Skills Exam (PTSA)

CCNA: Introduction to Networks

The first in a three-course series to build your networking skills and get ready for CCNA certification and associate-level jobs.

Overview

Ready for a career in the world of technology? People around the world depend on the Internet to work, meet, educate, play, and even order dinner — and none of this would be possible without networking professionals. So if you’re thinking about changing careers or pursuing new opportunities, think about IT! Build the skills you need for associate-level job roles like Network Administrator, System Administrator, or Network Engineer in this three-course series. You will also get ready to take the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification exam, an industry-recognized credential that validates your expertise and opens doors to exciting professional opportunities.

Start here with CCNA: Introduction to Networks, the first course in the series. From understanding network architectures and protocols to mastering IP addressing and Ethernet fundamentals, you'll develop foundational knowledge and build your networking basics. This course also includes interactive labs and real-world scenarios to help you gain practical experience in building local area networks (LANs), implementing network security measures, and configuring routers and switches.

Curriculum

Module 1: Networking Basics

• 1.0 Introduction
• 1.1 Networking Devices
• 1.2 Network Media
• 1.3 Network Models
• 1.4 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 2: Ethernet Fundamentals

• 2.0 Introduction
• 2.1 Ethernet Standards
• 2.2 Ethernet Frames
• 2.3 Ethernet Technologies
• 2.4 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 3: IP Addressing

• 3.0 Introduction
• 3.1 IPv4 Addressing
• 3.2 Subnetting IPv4 Networks
• 3.3 CIDR Notation
• 3.4 IPv6 Addressing
• 3.5 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 4: Network Communication

• 4.0 Introduction
• 4.1 Data Transmission Methods
• 4.2 Encapsulation and Decapsulation
• 4.3 TCP/IP Protocol Suite
• 4.4 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 5: Routing and Switching Concepts

• 5.0 Introduction
• 5.1 Routing Basics
• 5.2 Switch Operation
• 5.3 Layer 3 Switching
• 5.4 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 6: IP Routing

• 6.0 Introduction
• 6.1 Static Routing
• 6.2 Dynamic Routing
• 6.3 Routing Protocols
• 6.4 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 7: Wide Area Networks (WANs)

• 7.0 Introduction
• 7.1 WAN Technologies
• 7.2 PPP and Frame Relay
• 7.3 MPLS and VPNs
• 7.4 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 8: Security Fundamentals

• 8.0 Introduction
• 8.1 Security Threats and Vulnerabilities
• 8.2 Security Measures and Best Practices
• 8.3 Module Practice and Quiz

Module 9: Wireless Networks

• 9.0 Introduction
• 9.1 WLAN Design and Configuration
• 9.2 Wireless Security
• 9.3 Module Practice and Quiz

Checkpoint Exam: Network Basics Exam

CCNA: Introduction to Networks Practice Final Exam

Final Exam

• CCNA: Introduction to Networks Course Final Exam
• End of Course Survey

ITN Final Skills Exam (PTSA)