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Interconnecting CISCO Networking Devices Part 1 ICND1

Interconnecting CISCO Networking Devices Part 1 ICND1

  • Classroom
  • Online, Instructor-Led
  • Online, Self-Paced

Course Description

The Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 1 (ICND1) exam (100-105) is a 90-minute, 45Ð55 question assessment that is associated with the Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician (CCENT) certification and is a tangible first step in achieving other associate-level certifications. This exam tests a candidate's knowledge and skills related to network fundamentals, LAN switching technologies, routing technologies, infrastructure services, and infrastructure maintenance. The following topics are general guidelines for the content likely to be included on the exam. However, other related topics may also appear on any specific delivery of the exam. In order to better reflect the contents of the exam and for clarity purposes, the guidelines below may change at any time without notice. 

Learning Objectives

Describe network fundamentals and build simple LANs.
Establish Internet connectivity
Manage network device security
Expand small to medium sized networks with WAN connectivity.
Describe IPv4 and IPv6 basics
Understand foundational knowledge of network layers 1-3 for core routing and switching implementation and other advanced technologies.
Learn about wireless controllers, access points and network functions of firewalls.
Operate a medium-sized LAN with multiple switches supporting VLANs, switch stacking, trucking, spanning tree protocols and chassis aggregation.
Support CISCO network deployments and maintain the on-going operational network services
Troubleshoot IP connectivity
Define characteristics, functions, and components of a WAN
Configure and troubleshoot EIGRP and OSPF in IPv4 and IPv6 environments
Describe Syslog, SNMP, IOS images and licenses and manage CISCO device configurations
Understand QoS, virtualization, WAN network programmability, how cloud services interact and impact enterprise networks 

Framework Connections

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