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SWITCH v2.0, course, includes major updates and follows an updated blueprint. (However, note that this course does not cover all items listed on the blueprint.) Some older topics have been removed or simplified, while several new IPv6 routing topics have been added. The course content has been adapted to Cisco IOS Software Release 15 and technically updated.

The goal of the course is to build upon the knowledge and skills from CCNA Routing and Switching and help you expand competencies to plan, implement, and monitor a scalable routing network.

Exam Format
Exam Number - 300-115
Duration - 120 minutes (30 - 40 questions)
Register with - Pearson VUE

NetCom Learning provides the perfect platform for aspiring IT professionals to enhance their knowledge in Cisco products and technologies as a Cisco-authorized training provider. Learn the basics and fundamentals of networking and switching domain through the entry level Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices, Part 1 v3.0 - ICND1 training course at NetCom.

Imparted through hands-on lab exercises by the expert instructors, the ICND1 Part 1 v3.0 exam training will impart learners about installing, preparing, configuring and verifying a basic IPv4 and IPv6 network. The all-inclusive training also includes tutorials on establishing internet connectivity, functions of networking, performing basic troubleshooting, configuring device security, configuring static routing, and more.

The Part 1 v3.0 - ICND1 Certification Exam training covers all the basic fundamentals and concepts of Cisco routers and switches. Providing a foundational understanding to entry-level candidates as well as working professionals, the course prepares learners for Cisco CCNA certification. This course is also associated with CCENT certification

Exam Format
Exam Number - 100-105 ICND1
Associated Certification - CCNA Routing and Switching
Duration - 90 minutes (45-55 questions)
Register with - Pearson VUE

Cisco E-Learning for ICND1 is an all-inclusive e-learning solution designed to prepare CCNA Routing and Switching candidates for the exam topics covered by the 100-105 ICND1 exam.

This course provides the foundational understanding of network Layers 1–3 that are applicable to core routing and switching plus other advanced technologies. Several topics have been added in the latest version, including understanding the interactions and network functions of firewalls, wireless controllers and access points, along with additional focus on IPv6 and basic network security. All configuration commands are introduced through examples and supported with lab exercises.

This Cisco self-paced course is designed to be as effective as classroom training. Course content is presented in easily-consumable segments via both Instructor Video and text. Interactivity is enabled through Discovery labs, content review questions, and graded Challenge labs and tests. This makes the learning experience hands-on, increasing course effectiveness, and provides students direct feedback on how well they have mastered the material. And gamification features are built in, including earning badges and a leaderboard, to encourage better performance.

The Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices, Part 2 v3.0 -ICND2 (Associate) training course is ideal for all those who have undertaken ICND1 v3.0 - Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices, Part 1 training. Undergoing ICND2 training will help them to advance their knowledge and skills in the domain and prepares for the CCNA Routing and Switching certification exam.

Imparted by the expert trainers at NetCom Learning, the Associate-level Routing and Switching course is offered by utilizing Cisco-authorized training materials. The training provides comprehensive knowledge and skill development to learners to install, operate, configure and troubleshoot a small enterprise network.

The Part 2 certification exam training guide includes understanding of QoS (Quality of Service) elements and their applicability, overview of network programmability, and understanding of software defined network architectures. The complete training is provided through intensive sessions, incorporating hands-on lab exercise environment.

Exam Format
Exam Number - 200-105 ICND2
Associated Certification - CCNA Routing and Switching
Duration - 90 minutes (45-55 questions)
Available Languages - English, Japanese
Register with - Pearson VUE

Cisco E-Learning for ICND2 is an all-inclusive e-learning solution designed to prepare CCNA Routing and Switching candidates for the exam topics covered by the 200-105 ICND2 exam.

This is an Associate-level self-study technical course in the curriculum for the CCNA Routing and Switching certification. It provides network administrators with the knowledge and skills needed to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot a small enterprise network. Key additions to this latest revision include: understanding of Quality of Service (QoS) elements and their applicability, how virtualized and cloud services will interact and impact enterprise networks, along with an overview of network programmability and the related controller types and tools that are available to support software-defined network architectures.

This Cisco self-paced course is designed to be as effective as classroom training. Course content is presented in easily-consumable segments via both Instructor Video and text. Interactivity is enabled through Discovery labs, content review questions, and graded Challenge labs and tests. This makes the learning experience hands-on, increasing course effectiveness, and provides students direct feedback on how well they have mastered the material. And gamification features are built in, including earning badges and a leaderboard, to encourage better performance.

Introducing Cisco Data Center Networking (DCICN) v6.2 prepares IT professionals for the Cisco CCNA Data Center certification and for associate-level data center roles. This course covers foundational knowledge, skills, and technologies, including data center networking concepts, data center storage networking, and data center physical infrastructure. The training provided in this course is focused on data center basic operations, covering the topics needed for today's demanding associate-level positions.

Those preparing for associate-level data center-oriented jobs, or who wish to certify on the in-demand Cisco CCNA Data Center level, can now take the official training in self-paced format. The e-learning format of this course offers an immersive, practice-based learning experience at your own pace. Using enterprise-grade Cisco data center equipment, this hands-on training format is designed to be as effective as classroom training, with easily consumable segments of video, text, discovery labs, review questions, and graded challenges.

Intended Audience for this Introducing Cisco Data Center Networking (DCICN) v6.2 eLearning

» Data center engineer
» Network administrator
» Network engineer
» System administrator
» Systems engineer
» Network designer

Course Prerequisites for Introducing Cisco Data Center Networking (DCICN) v6.2 eLearning

» Required: Basic computer literacy
» Required: Basic Internet usage skills
» Required: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems
» Required: Good understanding of networking protocols
» Required: Good understanding of the VMware environment

Introducing Cisco Data Center Networking (DCICN) v6.2 eLearning Course Objectives

» Describe the characteristics and benefits of the Ethernet protocol. List Ethernet standardization.
» Describe the OSI (Open Systems Interconnection) and TCP/IP models.
» Describe IPv4 and IPv6 network layer addressing.
» Describe the packet delivery process.
» Compare and contrast TCP/IP with the OSI model.
» Examine the Cisco Data Center network architectures, the 2- and the 3-tier network design, and the spine/leaf network design.
» Describe Cisco Nexus products and explain basic functionalities and tools of Cisco Nexus Operating System (Cisco NX-OS).
» Describe VLANs.
» Describe issues with Spanning Tree Protocol (STP).
» Describe the routing process on Nexus switches.
» Describe Layer 3 first hop redundancy.
» Describe and configure user security features.
» Describe access control list (ACL) object groups.
» Describe storage connectivity options in the data center. Compare Internet Small Computer Systems Interface (iSCSI), Fibre Channel, and NAS connectivity for remote server storage.
» Describe Fibre Channel storage networking.
» Describe virtual storage area networks (VSANs).
» Describe communication between the initiator and target.
» Describe Fibre Channel zone types and their uses.
» Describe Cisco N-Port Virtualizer (Cisco NPV) and N-Port ID Virtualization (NPIV).
» Describe data center Ethernet enhancements that provide a lossless fabric.
» Describe Fibre Channel over Ethernet.
» Describe the components of a Cisco Unified Computing System (Cisco UCS) server.
» Describe the Cisco UCS physical connectivity for a Fabric Interconnect cluster.
» Describe the Cisco UCS Manager interfaces.

The Introducing Cisco Data Center Networking (DCICN) v6.2 course, prepares IT professionals for the Cisco CCNA Data Center certification and for associate-level data center roles. This course covers foundational knowledge, skills, and technologies, including data center networking concepts, data center storage networking, and data center physical infrastructure.

Exam Format
Exam Number: 200-150 DCICN
Associated Certifications: CCNA Data Center
Duration: 90 minutes (55-65 questions)
Exam Registration: Pearson VUE

Intended Audience for this Introducing Cisco Data Center Networking v6.2 - DCICN (Associate)

» Data Center Engineer
» Network Administrator
» Network Engineer
» System Administrator
» Systems Engineer
» Network Designer
» Consulting Systems Engineer
» Technical Solutions Architect

Course Prerequisites for Introducing Cisco Data Center Networking v6.2 - DCICN (Associate)

» Required: Basic computer literacy
» Required: Basic Internet usage skills
» Required: Basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems
» Required: Good understanding of networking protocols
» Required: Good understanding of the VMware environment

Introducing Cisco Data Center Networking v6.2 - DCICN (Associate) Course Objectives

» Describe the characteristics and benefits of the Ethernet protocol. List Ethernet standardization.
» Describe the OSI and TCP/IP models
» Describe IPv4 and IPv6 network layer addressing
» Describe the packet delivery process
» Compare and contrast TCP/IP with the OSI model
» Examine the Cisco Data Center network architectures, the 2- and the 3-tier network design, and the spine/leaf network design.
» Describe Cisco Nexus products and explain basic functionalities and tools of Cisco NX-OS.
» Describe VLANs
» Describe issues with STP
» Describe the routing process on Nexus switches
» Describe Layer 3 first hop redundancy
» Describe and configure user security features
» Describe ACL object groups
» Describe storage connectivity options in the Data Center. Compare iSCSI, Fibre Channel, and NAS connectivity for remote server storage.
» Describe Fibre Channel storage networking
» Describe VSANs
» Describe communication between the initiator and target
» Describe Fibre Channel zone types and their uses
» Describe NPV and NPIV
» Describe data center Ethernet enhancements that provide a lossless fabric
» Describe Fibre Channel over Ethernet
» Describe the components of a Cisco UCS server
» Describe the Cisco UCS physical connectivity for a Fabric Interconnect cluster
» Describe the Cisco UCS Manager interfaces

Introducing Cisco Data Center Networking v6.2 - DCICN (Associate) Course Outline

Network Protocols and Host-to-Host Communication
Describing Ethernet
Describing OSI and TCP/IP Models
Describing IPv4 and IPv6 Network Layer Addressing
Describing Packet Delivery on a Hierarchical Network
Describing the TCP/IP Transport Layer
Basic Data Center Networking Concepts
Describing Data Center Network Architectures
Describing the Cisco Nexus Family and NX-OS
Implementing VLANs and Trunks
Describing Redundant Switched Topologies
Advanced Data Center Networking Concepts
Describing the Routing Process on Nexus Switches
Describing Layer 3 First Hop Redundancy
Describing AAA on Nexus Switches
Describing ACLs on Nexus Switches
Basic Data Center Storage
Describing Storage Connectivity Options in the Data Center
Describing Fibre Channel Storage Networking
Describing VSANs
Advanced Data Center Storage
Describing Communication Between Initiator and Target
Describing Fibre Channel Zone Types and Their Uses
Describing Cisco NPV Mode and NPIV
Describing Data Center Ethernet Enhancements
Describing Fibre Channel over Ethernet
Cisco UCS Architecture
Describing Cisco UCS Server Hardware Components
Cisco UCS Physical Connectivity for a Fabric Interconnect Cluster
Describing the Cisco UCS Manager Interfaces
Labs
Explore IPv4 and IPv6 Addressing
Explore LAN Communication
Explore Protocol Analysis
Explore TCP and UDP Communication
Explore the Cisco NX-OS Command Line Interface
Explore Topology Discovery and Documentation
Implement VLANs and Trunks
Map a Spanning Tree and Configure Port Channels
Implement Multilayer Switching
Configure OSPF
Configure EIGRP
Configure HSRP
Configure AAA and Secure Remote Administration
Configure ACLs
Configure VSANs
Validate FLOGI and FCNS
Configure Zoning
Explore the Cisco UCS Manager GUI

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This course provides students with the foundational knowledge required to work with the Junos operating system and to configure Junos devices. The course provides a brief overview of the Junos device families and discusses the key architectural components of the software. Key topics include user interface options with a heavy focus on the command-line interface (CLI), configuration tasks typically associated with the initial setup of devices, interface configuration basics with configuration examples, secondary system configuration, and the basics of operational monitoring and maintenance of Junos devices. The course then delves into foundational routing knowledge and configuration examples including general routing concepts, routing policy, and firewall filters. Through demonstrations and hands-on labs, students will gain experience in configuring and monitoring the Junos OS and monitoring basic device operations. This course is based on Junos OS Release 15.1X49.

Learn the fundamentals and best practices of project management methodology as applied to IT initiatives, and practice and master the skills you need to deliver IT projects on time, within budget, and to specification. Examine all aspects of IT projects, including hardware, software, vendor relationships, communicating with different audiences, and working with virtual teams. Learn to determine project scope through effective requirements identification, set and manage stakeholder expectations, identify and manage IT risks, and meet quality standards. Learn how to overcome the most common pitfalls of IT project success.

Students pursuing a university-recognized and/or accredited certificate in Canada or continuing education units in the US must attend at least 90% of class time, participate in class exercises and section-knowledge checks, and score at least 70% on an end-of-class, multiple-choice assessment.

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Intended Audience for this IT Project Management

» IT professionals, IT project managers, IT managers, IT project team members, associate project managers, project managers, project coordinators, project analysts, project leaders, senior project managers, team leaders, product managers, and program managers.

Course Prerequisites for IT Project Management

» Recommended: Project Management, Leadership, and Communication

IT Project Management Course Objectives

» Foundations of project management
» IT project life cycle
» Quality requirements
» Project stakeholders, scope, and uncertainty
» Project requirements
» Create a work breakdown structure
» Create a network diagram based on activity sequence and duration
» Assign responsibility for project activities
» Estimate project cost
» Create a communication management plan
» Assess project risk and determine risk response strategies
» Manage vendors

IT Project Management Course Outline

IT Project Foundations
IT Project Success and Failure
Practical Project Methodologies
Software Development Methodologies and Processes
Definition of a Project
Project Management as a Service Industry
Formal vs. Informal Management
Complexity and Uncertainty in Projects
Influences of Organizational Structure on Project Management
Project Management Institute (PMI®)
Project Management Life Cycle
Project Management as a Subset of Overall Management Skills
Iterative Nature of the Project Management Life Cycle
Quality in IT Projects
Quality Management
IT Project Testing
Project Initiation
Activities of Project Initiation
Project Scope Definition
Scope
Defining and Gathering Requirements
Tracing
Work Breakdown Structure
Time Management and Scheduling
Time Decomposition
Network Diagramming
Resource Planning
Identification of Required Project Resources
Roles and Responsibilities Chart
Staffing Management Plan
Resource Constraints
Responsibility Assignment Matrix
Cost Management and Control
Cost Planning and Analysis
Cost Estimating Techniques
Levels of Accuracy in Estimates
Cost Estimates at Planning Milestones
Contingency and Management Reserves
Communications Management
Management of Stakeholder Expectations
Considerations for Effective Communication
Lines of Communication
Forms of Communication
Communication Management Plan
Project Status Report
Risk Management
Essentials of Project Risk Management
Risk Sources for the IT Project
Stakeholder Risk Tolerance
Risk Identification Techniques
Risk Ranking
Risk Triggers
Risk Response Strategies
Vendor Management
Procurement and Sourcing Management
Overview of Vendor Management
Vendor Management Success
Measures of Vendor Management Success
Change Management
Project Changes
Integrated Change Control
Change Control Process
Phase and Project Closure
Phase and Project Closing
Lessons Learned
Phase and Project Reports

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Skills Assessment
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Our required skill-assessments ensure that:
All students in the class are at a comparable skill level, so the class can run smoothly without beginners slowing down the class for everyone else.
NetCom students enjoy one of the industry's highest success rates, and pass rates when a certification exam is involved.
We stay committed to providing you real value. Again, your success is paramount; we will register you only if you have the skills to succeed.
This assessment is for your benefit and best taken without any preparation or reference materials, so your skills can be objectively measured.

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