Cisco CCDA™ Certification Curriculum Outline
Cisco DESGN 2.1: Network Design Methodology Overview
Overview/Description
A network design must meet the increasingly complex requirements of the organization that it supports. As a network designer, you should understand the needs of the organization and follow a methodology that helps match needs to the network implementation. In the current business climate, organizations are looking for ways to enhance customer relationships, accommodate a mobile workforce, and increase productivity. In addition, companies are looking for ways to integrate emerging technologies like wireless, virtualization, video, unified communications, and a vast number of application-level business solutions into their enterprise. These challenges create the need for a more flexible and dynamic network architecture. This course introduces principles and guidelines for building an effective network design that addresses such challenges. The course begins with an overview of the Cisco Network Architecture for the Enterprise, which enables customers to build a more intelligent infrastructure. The course also describes how to gather customer requirements and identify business and technical constraints using the Cisco Lifecycle Services process. Because many customers build on an existing network, the module also presents methods of characterizing the existing network. The course concludes with a discussion of the design implementation process, including prototypes, actual implementation, and verification of the design solution.
Target Audience
Anyone wishing to obtain the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCDA) certification that validates the knowledge and skills required to successfully design Cisco converged networks. Candidates who have completed the 640-816, 640-822, or 640-802 Cisco Certified Cisco Network Associate certification exam.
Expected Duration (hours)
2.5
Lesson Objectives
Cisco DESGN 2.1: Network Design Methodology Overview
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Cisco DESGN 2.1: Structuring and Modularizing the Network
Overview/Description
The traditional approach to building a network has been to follow the hierarchical core- distribution-access layered model. To further enhance the design process, Cisco has created the Network Architectures for the Enterprise. The Cisco Network Architectures for the Enterprise consists of five modules. These modules represent focused views of the Borderless Network, Collaboration, and Data Center/Virtualization architectures. Each module targets a specific segment of the network. Each module consists of a distinct network infrastructure and services. Some network applications extend between the modules. The hierarchical network structure is composed of the access, distribution, and core layers. Each layer has its own functions, which are used to develop a hierarchical network design. The hierarchical model historically was used as the sole method for designing enterprise LAN and WAN data networks. Currently the hierarchical model also serves as a major component for more advanced modular designs. This course describes a basic network hierarchy and the Cisco modular approach to designing an enterprise network with an emphasis on the Borderless Networks design considerations. The tools administrators require for managing and monitoring the functionality of network devices, connections, and services are also covered.
Target Audience
Anyone wishing to obtain the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCDA) certification that validates the knowledge and skills required to successfully design Cisco converged networks. Candidates who have completed the 640-816, 640-822, or 640-802 Cisco Certified Cisco Network Associate certification exam.
Expected Duration (hours)
2.5
Lesson Objectives
Cisco DESGN 2.1: Structuring and Modularizing the Network
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Cisco DESGN 2.1: Designing Basic Campus and Data Center Networks
Overview/Description
The availability of multigigabit campus switches enables organizations to build high-performance, highly reliable networks. When you follow a systematic network design approach, then performance, reliability, and manageability are achievable. This module describes a hierarchical campus network design approach called multilayer design. Multilayer design is modular, so organizations can increase their network capacity as needed. A multilayer campus design is based on a known campus topology, which aids in troubleshooting. This course will look at network infrastructure design for two places in the network that use the multilayer campus design: the enterprise campus and the enterprise data center. The course first introduces general campus switching design considerations. In addition, the course describes the switching modularity and scalability options that are appropriate for situations ranging from building-sized networks to large campus networks and design considerations for the enterprise data center.
Target Audience
Anyone wishing to obtain the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCDA) certification that validates the knowledge and skills required to successfully design Cisco converged networks. Candidates who have completed the 640-816, 640-822, or 640-802 Cisco Certified Cisco Network Associate certification exam.
Expected Duration (hours)
2.0
Lesson Objectives
Cisco DESGN 2.1: Designing Basic Campus and Data Center Networks
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Cisco DESGN 2.1: Identifying WAN Technology Considerations
Overview/Description
The enterprise edge connects campus resources to remote enterprise locations using many of the WAN technologies existing today, as well as will use the new technologies that are constantly emerging. The enterprise edge can include the WAN, Internet connectivity, and remote access and virtual private network (VPN) modules. To connect to remote locations, you need to use WAN technologies and WAN transport media and to consider ownership, reliability, and backup issues. In addition, WAN remote access choices include cable and DSL technologies that are used with virtual private networks (VPNs). This course explains the role of a WAN, the characteristics of the WAN technologies, and the requirements for achieving a reliable and efficient WAN design.
Target Audience
Anyone wishing to obtain the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCDA) certification that validates the knowledge and skills required to successfully design Cisco converged networks. Candidates who have completed the 640-816, 640-822, or 640-802 Cisco Certified Cisco Network Associate certification exam.
Expected Duration (hours)
1.5
Lesson Objectives
Cisco DESGN 2.1: Identifying WAN Technology Considerations
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Cisco DESGN 2.1: Designing the Enterprise WAN and Branch
Overview/Description
Many WAN technologies exist today, and new technologies are constantly emerging. You should be aware of possible WAN design choices when considering enterprise requirements as the most appropriate WAN selection generally results in high efficiency and user satisfaction. This course describes the characteristics of WAN architectures and includes a general discussion of how WAN design influences the selection of hardware components and software features. The Cisco Enterprise Branch Architecture takes into account services such as voice, data, video, and security that customers want to deploy at their endpoints, no matter how far away the endpoints are or how they are connected. Using Borderless Networks, the Cisco Enterprise Branch Architecture should provide seamless connectivity. An effective network design for enterprise branches and teleworkers requires knowledge of the campus technologies – this course explains how to propose a basic design for the enterprise branch and enterprise teleworkers.
Target Audience
Anyone wishing to obtain the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCDA) certification that validates the knowledge and skills required to successfully design Cisco converged networks. Candidates who have completed the 640-816, 640-822, or 640-802 Cisco Certified Cisco Network Associate certification exam.
Expected Duration (hours)
1.5
Lesson Objectives
Cisco DESGN 2.1: Designing the Enterprise WAN and Branch
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Cisco DESGN 2.1: Designing IP Addressing
Overview/Description
An effective and efficient IPv4 addressing scheme is a critical component of the overall enterprise network design and this course covers IP version 4 (IPv4) address considerations and recommended practices in the enterprise network. The course also discusses considerations about routing protocol choice that are related to IP addressing, focusing on IPv4. IP version 6 (IPv6) was designed as a successor to IP version 4 (IPv4), to overcome IPv4 limitations and an effective and efficient IPv6 addressing scheme is a one of the main components of the overall enterprise network design. The course concludes with an overview of IP addressing and general considerations for planning a network addressing scheme. It continues with a discussion of the specific considerations and migration strategies for IP version 4 (IPv4) and IP version 6 (IPv6).
Target Audience
Anyone wishing to obtain the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCDA) certification that validates the knowledge and skills required to successfully design Cisco converged networks. Candidates who have completed the 640-816, 640-822, or 640-802 Cisco Certified Cisco Network Associate certification exam.
Expected Duration (hours)
2.0
Lesson Objectives
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Cisco DESGN 2.1: Selecting Routing Protocols
Overview/Description
When sites are interconnected, there must be a way to get information to the correct site. Routing is the process by which information gets from one location to another, and it is important to understand how the various routing protocols work for proper selection of a routing protocol. This course discusses the factors that help determine which routing protocol to use in an enterprise network, using IP version 4 (IPv4) or IP version 6 (IPv6). The course begins with a review of basic routing protocol concepts and fundamentals. It continues to discuss characteristics of enterprise routing protocols. The selection and implementation of a routing protocol is based on specific needs and topologies. This course also describes scenarios where routing protocols are deployed based on different needs. The network characteristics and customer requirements, as well as the multiprotocol, multivendor environment, are considered. The course concludes with a discussion on route redistribution, summarization, and filtering.
Target Audience
Anyone wishing to obtain the Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA) certification that validates the knowledge and skills required to successfully design Cisco converged networks. Candidates who have completed the 640-816, 640-822, or 640-802 Cisco Certified Cisco Network Associate certification exam.
Expected Duration (hours)
1.0
Lesson Objectives
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Cisco DESGN 2.1: Defining Network Security
Overview/Description
Network security is an essential network service that spans the entire network. The scope of a network security solution is determined by organizational requirements and potential threats that are evaluated for each network component. To create a secure network, you must know which threats the network has to be protected against. This course discusses rationale for network security, including threats and risks. The course then discusses network components as potential targets and explains how risk assessment is used in a security policy.
Target Audience
Anyone wishing to obtain the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCDA) certification that validates the knowledge and skills required to successfully design Cisco converged networks. Candidates who have completed the 640-816, 640-822, or 640-802 Cisco Certified Cisco Network Associate certification exam.
Expected Duration (hours)
1.5
Lesson Objectives
Cisco DESGN 2.1: Defining Network Security
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Cisco DESGN 2.1: Security Solutions for the Network
Overview/Description
The Cisco SAFE architecture provides the security design guidelines for building secure and reliable network infrastructures that are resilient to both well-known and new forms of attacks. It is important to understand the elements of the Cisco SAFE architecture and how it can be used with an enterprise security policy to counter threats. A modular approach to network security simplifies the network design and ensures that a security breach in one network module will remain isolated and not affect the entire network. This course introduces the Cisco SAFE architecture strategy for designing network security and discusses the Cisco solutions that are available for designing and deploying secure networks. This course also discusses how security is integrated in Cisco network devices. How to design network security solutions for the enterprise network using Cisco security solutions and network devices is also covered.
Target Audience
Anyone wishing to obtain the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCDA) certification that validates the knowledge and skills required to successfully design Cisco converged networks. Candidates who have completed the 640-816, 640-822, or 640-802 Cisco Certified Cisco Network Associate certification exam.
Expected Duration (hours)
2.0
Lesson Objectives
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Cisco DESGN 2.1: Integrating Voice and Video Architectures
Overview/Description
Many enterprises are integrating their voice and data networks into a single unified communications network. Packet telephony introduces a new set of terms and standards and each technology has a specific role to play in the network. Unified communications networks can run the same applications as telephony networks but in a more cost-effective and scalable manner. To design a network, you need to consider both voice and data traffic. By understanding integrated unified architecture concepts, components, mechanisms, and issues, you will be better prepared to design an integrated voice-video-data network. This course discusses the main drivers of the new unified communications network as well as the components that are required to successfully deploy voice and video on an existing data network. An overview of standard voice components that are common to all packet networks and of VOIP components that are found in enterprise packet networks is provided. This course reviews traditional voice architectures and features and explains the reasons for migrating from a traditional architecture to integrated architectures.
Target Audience
Anyone wishing to obtain the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCDA) certification that validates the knowledge and skills required to successfully design Cisco converged networks. Candidates who have completed the 640-816, 640-822, or 640-802 Cisco Certified Cisco Network Associate certification exam.
Expected Duration (hours)
1.0
Lesson Objectives
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Cisco DESGN 2.1: Voice and Video Technology Requirements
Overview/Description
To create a proper integrated network design, you need to know about the many considerations that affect voice traffic. This course focuses on the types of delay, bandwidth restrictions, and Quality of Service (QoS) issues that affect voice communications. It discusses the importance of coding, which affects bandwidth consumption, voice and video quality, and introduces mechanisms that impact voice and video quality. To design a network to transport voice and video, you need to understand and consider delay, packet loss, jitter, and the impact that QoS can have on maintaining voice quality.
Target Audience
Anyone wishing to obtain the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCDA) certification that validates the knowledge and skills required to successfully design Cisco converged networks. Candidates who have completed the 640-816, 640-822, or 640-802 Cisco Certified Cisco Network Associate certification exam.
Expected Duration (hours)
2.0
Lesson Objectives
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Cisco DESGN 2.1: Design Considerations for Basic Wireless Networking
Overview/Description
In order to design wireless networks it is important to have an understanding of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network architecture and wireless design principles in order to have the necessary guidelines for successful wireless network design. This course reviews the Cisco Unified Wireless Network including the fundamental architectural concepts and deployment considerations necessary to design a basic Cisco Unified Wireless Network solution. The course also describes wireless networks using controllers; It explains how access points and controllers integrate into enterprise network. The course concludes with useful guidelines for designing wireless networks with controllers for enterprise environments.
Target Audience
Anyone wishing to obtain the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCDA) certification that validates the knowledge and skills required to successfully design Cisco converged networks. Candidates who have completed the 640-816, 640-822, or 640-802 Cisco Certified Cisco Network Associate certification exam.
Expected Duration (hours)
2.5
Lesson Objectives
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Cisco CCDA™ Certification
(Cisco Certified Design Associate)
The Cisco CCDA (Certified Design Associate) training course provides you with the knowledge and skills to design Cisco routed and
switched LANs, WANs and dial access services.
The Cisco CCDA certification (Cisco Certified Design Associate) indicates a foundation or apprentice knowledge of network design for the Cisco converged network. Cisco CCDA certified professionals can design routed and switched network infrastructures and services involving LAN, WAN, and broadband access for businesses and organizations.
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Cisco DESGN: Designing for Cisco Internetwork Solutions Exam 640-863:
Cisco CCDA Certification validates apprentice knowledge required to design a Cisco converged network. With a Cisco CCDA certification,
a network professional demonstrates the skills required to design routed and switched network infrastructures and services involving
LAN, WAN, and broadband access for businesses and organizations. The Cisco CCDA training includes designing basic campus, data center,
security, voice, and wireless networks.
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The unique design of CBT Direct’s Cisco CCDA certification course incorporates a proven four-step learning process:
presentation, demonstration, guidance and independent practice. This four-step proven learning model for CBT Direct’s Cisco
CCDA training course ensures the greatest level of retention to prepare you for your Cisco CCDA certification exam.
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