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Cisco Core Networking | Packet Tracer

Master essential Cisco networking concepts and skills using Packet Tracer for practical, hands-on learning.

92 lessons0 free lessons30 hr 00 min video
Cisco Core Networking | Packet Tracer
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Course Overview

This intensive course is designed for aspiring network engineers eager to enhance their understanding of Cisco networking concepts and services. Focusing on core areas such as routers and switches, the course integrates theoretical learning with practical lab exercises using Packet Tracer.

Why Take This Course?

The course is crucial for anyone targeting a career in network engineering, especially in environments utilizing Cisco devices. It emphasizes concept comprehension followed by reinforcing these concepts through meaningful hands-on labs.

Comprehensive Curriculum

The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including IPv4 and IPv6 subnetting, IP routing (static and dynamic), and inter-VLAN routing. You will delve into advanced subjects like EIGRP, OSPF, and IPsec VPN while exploring NAT and ACLs for network security. Additionally, learn the intricacies of WAN protocols and troubleshooting techniques to solidify your skills.

Practical Application

Using Packet Tracer, students will apply their learning in a controlled setting, preparing them for real-world network challenges. Completing this course ensures readiness to pursue advanced CCNA-level labs and certifications.

What You’ll Learn

  • Understand core Cisco networking concepts.
  • Perform subnetting and routing configurations.
  • Implement inter-VLAN routing and troubleshoot networks.
  • Configure and understand EIGRP, OSPF, and NAT.
  • Set up VPNs and manage network security with ACLs.
  • Use IPv6 efficiently in modern networks.

Skills Covered

  • Cisco networking
  • IP routing
  • Subnetting
  • Inter-VLAN routing
  • EIGRP and OSPF
  • Network security and ACLs
  • VPN configuration
  • Packet Tracer proficiency

How This Course Helps You on the Job

  • Enhance employability in network engineering roles.
  • Gain practical experience using industry-standard tools.
  • Prepare for advanced certification like CCNA.
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This course provided a comprehensive understanding of core networking concepts, including IPV4 Subnetting, routing protocols like EIGRP and OSPF, and practical experience with Packet Tracer. It was very helpful for my skill development.

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Course Curriculum

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0 of 92 lessons free
Introduction2 lessons · 0 free
  1. Why this course is important for networking skills?Premium lesson — member login required
  2. Packet Tracer DemoPremium lesson — member login required
IPV4 Subnetting4 lessons · 0 free
  1. IPv4 Subnetting Part1Premium lesson — member login required
  2. IPV4 Subnetting Part 2 EXCERCISE NO1Premium lesson — member login required
  3. IPV4 Subnetting Part 3 EXCERCISE NO2Premium lesson — member login required
  4. IPV4 Subnetting Part 4 EXCERCISE NO3Premium lesson — member login required
Inter-VLAN Routing5 lessons · 0 free
  1. Intervlan Routing Per Vlan & ROASPremium lesson — member login required
  2. ROAS LABPremium lesson — member login required
  3. Multi Layer SwitchPremium lesson — member login required
  4. MLS LABPremium lesson — member login required
  5. EIGRP Successor Feasible Successor FD AD Metric with LABPremium lesson — member login required
IP Routing Static vs Dynamic4 lessons · 0 free
  1. IP Routing & STATIC Routing Part1Premium lesson — member login required
  2. IP Routing & STATIC Routing & Troubleshooting Part1Premium lesson — member login required
  3. Dynamic Routing & RIPPremium lesson — member login required
  4. RIP & TroubleshootingPremium lesson — member login required
EIGRP8 lessons · 0 free
  1. What is EIGRP, Advantages and LABPremium lesson — member login required
  2. EIGRP Neighbor Relation & Exchange Packets with LABPremium lesson — member login required
  3. EIGRP Equal & Un-equal cost with LAB PART -1Premium lesson — member login required
  4. EIGRP Equal & Un-equal cost with LAB PART -2Premium lesson — member login required
  5. EIGRP Summarization & STUB with LAB PART - 1Premium lesson — member login required
  6. EIGRP Summarization & STUB with LAB PART - 2Premium lesson — member login required
  7. EIGRP Authentication & KEY-Chain with LABPremium lesson — member login required
  8. EIGRP TroubleshootingPremium lesson — member login required
OSPF11 lessons · 0 free
  1. What is OSPF Why we need & LABPremium lesson — member login required
  2. What is RID OSPF Router ID & LABPremium lesson — member login required
  3. OSPF Network Types & LABPremium lesson — member login required
  4. OSPF DR & BDR Election Process & Priority LABPremium lesson — member login required
  5. OSPF Exchange Process & LABPremium lesson — member login required
  6. OSPF Cost -Metric Calculations & LABPremium lesson — member login required
  7. OSPF Areas Backbone, ABR, ASBR & LABPremium lesson — member login required
  8. OSPF Summarization & LABPremium lesson — member login required
  9. Default Information Original & LABPremium lesson — member login required
  10. OSPF Authentication Clear vs MD5 & LABPremium lesson — member login required
  11. OSPF Troubleshooting & LABPremium lesson — member login required
ACL Access Control List10 lessons · 0 free
  1. What is ACL - Inbound-Outbound & Types of ACLPremium lesson — member login required
  2. Standard Access Control ListPremium lesson — member login required
  3. Extended Access Control ListPremium lesson — member login required
  4. Extended ACL & IP Protocol SuitePremium lesson — member login required
  5. Numbered Access Control ListPremium lesson — member login required
  6. Named Access Control ListPremium lesson — member login required
  7. Rules & Advantages of Access Control ListPremium lesson — member login required
  8. Standard Access List LABPremium lesson — member login required
  9. Extended Access List LABPremium lesson — member login required
  10. Named Access Control ListPremium lesson — member login required
WAN PAP CHAP - No Packer Tracer5 lessons · 0 free
  1. HDLC vs PPP Part 1Premium lesson — member login required
  2. PPP PAP CHAP Part 3Premium lesson — member login required
  3. PPP PAP Part 1Premium lesson — member login required
  4. PPP PAP Part 2Premium lesson — member login required
  5. PPP CHAPPremium lesson — member login required
NAT10 lessons · 0 free
  1. What is NATPremium lesson — member login required
  2. Why do we need NATPremium lesson — member login required
  3. IP Packet Before & After NATPremium lesson — member login required
  4. Static NATPremium lesson — member login required
  5. Dynamic NATPremium lesson — member login required
  6. NAT Overload PAT and ComparisonPremium lesson — member login required
  7. Lab Overview & End2End Reachability without using NATPremium lesson — member login required
  8. Static NAT LABPremium lesson — member login required
  9. Dynamic NAT LABPremium lesson — member login required
  10. NAT Overload-PAT LABPremium lesson — member login required
IPV615 lessons · 0 free
  1. IPV6 & Types of CommunicationPremium lesson — member login required
  2. Type of Address - Network & Host PortionPremium lesson — member login required
  3. IPV6 zero CompressionPremium lesson — member login required
  4. IPV6 Header Format & ComparisonPremium lesson — member login required
  5. IPV6 Neighbor Discovery & Enabling IPV6 RoutingPremium lesson — member login required
  6. Stateful vs StatelessPremium lesson — member login required
  7. Static, Stateless & Stateful ConfigurationPremium lesson — member login required
  8. Multicast Group - Link-Local vs EUI 64Premium lesson — member login required
  9. Link Local & EUI-64 LA and TroubleshootingPremium lesson — member login required
  10. IPV6 Default Route & LoopbackPremium lesson — member login required
  11. IPV6 Default Route & Loopback LABPremium lesson — member login required
  12. RIPng and ConfigurationPremium lesson — member login required
  13. RIPng LABPremium lesson — member login required
  14. OSPV3 and ConfigurationPremium lesson — member login required
  15. OSPV3 LABPremium lesson — member login required
IPSEC VPN17 lessons · 0 free
  1. Topics for VPNPremium lesson — member login required
  2. What is VPNPremium lesson — member login required
  3. IPSEC Framework & ProtocolPremium lesson — member login required
  4. Benefits of using IPSECPremium lesson — member login required
  5. Encryption vs HashingPremium lesson — member login required
  6. Symmetric vs Asymmetric EncryptionPremium lesson — member login required
  7. Confidentiality Data EncryptionPremium lesson — member login required
  8. Data Integrity HASHINGPremium lesson — member login required
  9. Data Authenticity Groups DHPremium lesson — member login required
  10. Replay Attack and MitigationPremium lesson — member login required
  11. IPSEC Phase 1 & IKEv1 & IKEv2Premium lesson — member login required
  12. IPSEC Phase 2Premium lesson — member login required
  13. Tunnel vs Transportation Mode in Phase 2Premium lesson — member login required
  14. AH vs ESPPremium lesson — member login required
  15. IPSEC - ESP&AH Ports and FirewallPremium lesson — member login required
  16. IPSEC Site2Site VPN Flyby OverviewPremium lesson — member login required
  17. Site 2 Site VPN LAB and TroubleshootingPremium lesson — member login required
Course Certificate1 lessons · 0 free
  1. Certificate RequestPremium lesson — member login required

Frequently Asked Questions

Is prior networking knowledge required?

Yes, completing the 'Network and Systems Administration Core Skills' course is required before enrolling.

What tools are used for practical exercises?

All exercises utilize Packet Tracer, available as a free download.

Will this course prepare me for CCNA?

Yes, it covers foundational topics critical for CCNA-level labs.