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Cisco Certified Network Associate (200-301 CCNA)
Duration
5 Days
Upcoming Batch
08 February 2027 - 12 February 2027
Batch Options
4 hours & 8 hours
Language
English / Arabic
Course Overview
Strong IT infrastructure starts with people who understand networking. As organizations expand their offices, data services, and online platforms, they need engineers who can design addressing plans, configure equipment correctly, and keep networks secure. The Cisco Certified Network Associate (200-301 CCNA) course is a structured way to build those skills from the ground up.
The course starts with the essentials. You will learn what each network device does, how data moves through the OSI and TCP/IP layers, and how IPv4 and IPv6 addresses are assigned. Subnetting is taught step by step, so you can plan networks of any size. Wireless principles, cabling standards, and virtualization concepts round out the fundamentals.
With the basics in place, you move to configuration on Cisco devices. You will create VLANs and trunks, combine links with EtherChannel, and use Spanning Tree to keep switched networks stable. On routers, you will configure static routes and OSPFv2 to connect networks. You will also set up the services that users depend on every day, including DHCP, DNS, NAT, NTP, and remote management with SSH.
The course then covers how to protect and manage the network. Security topics include password policies, ACLs, port security, Layer 2 protections, VPN concepts, and wireless security. Automation topics explain how controllers, REST APIs, JSON, and tools such as Ansible and Terraform are changing network management, along with the emerging role of AI. This CCNA networking course is aligned with the 200-301 exam and supports long-term professional growth in IT.
Course Objectives
By completing this course, you will be able to:
- Identify network devices, topologies, and cabling types, and explain how data moves through the OSI and TCP/IP models.
- Design IPv4 subnetting plans and configure IPv4 and IPv6 addressing on Cisco devices
- Build switched networks with VLANs, trunks, EtherChannel, and Spanning Tree
- Connect networks using static routing and single-area routing
- Configure DHCP, DNS, NAT, NTP, SNMP, syslog, and SSH to support users and the network
- Secure the network with device hardening, ACLs, port security, DHCP snooping, AAA, and wireless
- Explain SDN, controller-based networking, REST APIs, JSON, Ansible, Terraform, and AI-assisted network operations.
Target Audience
- The Cisco Certified Network Associate (200-301 CCNA) training is intended for network professionals who aspire to develop their skills and knowledge for a wide range of networks such as LAN, WAN, and packet switched networks.
- Professionals who take this course include network engineers, network analysts, system administrators, network technicians and network designers.
- Professionals already working with Cisco platforms such as: Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) can enhance their understanding of the Cisco platform further through this course.
- This course is also beneficial to those who want to transition their career to the networking field or want to learn more about the latest updates and technologies that comes with Cisco’s 200-301 CCNA certification.
Course Content
6 modules · 53 topics01Module 1: Network Fundamentals13 topics
- Explain the role and function of network components
- Describe characteristics of network topology architectures
- Compare physical interface and cabling types
- Identify interface and cable issues (collisions, errors, mismatch duplex, and/or speed)
- Compare TCP to UDP
- Configure and verify IPv4 addressing and subnetting
- Describe the need for private IPv4 addressing
- Configure and verify IPv6 addressing and prefix
- Compare IPv6 address types
- Verify IP parameters for Client OS (Windows, Mac OS, Linux)
- Describe wireless principles
- Explain virtualization fundamentals (virtual machines)
- Describe switching concepts
02Module 2: Network Access9 topics
- Configure and verify VLANs (normal range) spanning multiple switches
- Configure and verify interswitch connectivity
- Configure and verify Layer 2 discovery protocols (Cisco Discovery Protocol and LLDP)
- Configure and verify (Layer 2/Layer 3) EtherChannel (LACP)
- Describe the need for and basic operations of Rapid PVST+ Spanning Tree Protocol and identify basic operations
- Compare Cisco Wireless Architectures and AP modes
- Describe physical infrastructure connections of WLAN components (AP,WLC, access/trunk ports, and LAG)
- Describe AP and WLC management access connections (Telnet, SSH, HTTP,HTTPS, console, and TACACS+/RADIUS)
- Configure the components of a wireless LAN access for client connectivity using GUI only such as WLAN creation, security settings, QoS profiles, and advanced WLAN settings
03Module 3: IP Connectivity5 topics
- Interpret the components of routing table
- Determine how a router makes a forwarding decision by default
- Configure and verify IPv4 and IPv6 static routing
- Configure and verify single area OSPFv2
- Describe the purpose of first hop redundancy protocol
04Module 4: IP Services9 topics
- Configure and verify inside source NAT using static and pools
- Configure and verify NTP operating in a client and server mode
- Explain the role of DHCP and DNS within the network
- Explain the function of SNMP in network operations
- Describe the use of syslog features including facilities and levels
- Configure and verify DHCP client and relay
- Explain the forwarding per-hop behavior (PHB) for QoS such as classification, marking, queuing, congestion, policing, shaping
- Configure network devices for remote access using SSH
- Describe the capabilities and function of TFTP/FTP in the network
05Module 5: Security Fundamentals10 topics
- Define key security concepts (threats, vulnerabilities, exploits, and mitigation techniques)
- Describe security program elements (user awareness, training, and physical access control)
- Configure device access control using local passwords
- Describe security password policies elements, such as management, complexity, and password alternatives (multifactor authentication, certificates, and biometrics)
- Describe remote access and site-to-site VPN
- Configure and verify access control lists
- Configure Layer 2 security features (DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, and port security)
- Differentiate authentication, authorization, and accounting concepts
- Describe wireless security protocols (WPA, WPA2, and WPA3)
- Configure WLAN using WPA2 PSK using the GUI
06Module 6: Automation And Programmability7 topics
- Explain how automation impacts network management
- Compare traditional networks with controller-based networking
- Describe controller-based and software defined architectures (overlay, underlay, and fabric)
- Compare traditional campus device management with Cisco DNA Center enabled device management
- Describe characteristics of REST-based APIs (CRUD, HTTP verbs, and data encoding)
- Recognize the capabilities of configuration management mechanisms Puppet, Chef, and Ansible
- Interpret JSON encoded data
Schedule Dates
4 upcoming batchesSession TypePhysical sessions run at our training facility.
| Batch Dates | Duration | Batch Options | Language | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 February 2027 - 12 February 2027 | 5 Days | 4 hours & 8 hours | English / Arabic | |
| 10 May 2027 - 14 May 2027 | 5 Days | 4 hours & 8 hours | English / Arabic | |
| 16 August 2027 - 20 August 2027 | 5 Days | 4 hours & 8 hours | English / Arabic | |
| 22 November 2027 - 26 November 2027 | 5 Days | 4 hours & 8 hours | English / Arabic |
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Request More InformationAs organizations in Ethiopia expand their networks across banking, telecommunications, education, government, and enterprise sectors, skilled networking professionals are increasingly important. Our CCNA networking course offers practical, instructor-led training in network fundamentals, Cisco switching and routing, IP services, security and automation, supported by hands-on labs. Available for individuals and corporate teams, this Cisco 200-301 CCNA training helps learners build a strong networking foundation and prepare for the CCNA certification exam.
FAQs
What is the CCNA 200-301 course about?
The course teaches the fundamentals of Cisco networking, including addressing, switching, routing, IP services, security, and automation, and prepares you for the 200-301 CCNA exam.
Is CCNA a good course for people new to networking?
Yes. CCNA starts with core concepts and builds up to configuration and troubleshooting, making it suitable for beginners as well as IT professionals moving into networking.
Which topics are included in the training?
Network fundamentals, IPv4 subnetting, IPv6, VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, static routing, OSPFv2, DHCP, NAT, DNS, ACLs, wireless, network security and automation.
Who should attend?
Aspiring network engineers, network administrators, IT support professionals, systems administrators, graduates, and career changers.
What prerequisites are recommended?
No formal prerequisites are required. Basic computer skills and familiarity with operating systems will help you follow the course.
How does this training support professional development?
It builds a strong networking foundation and prepares you for a widely recognized certification. Outcomes depend on your own preparation and how you apply what you learn.
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