The HRDC Claimable Cisco CCNA certification provides the groundwork for propelling your career in any desired path.
The Cisco CCNA Enterprise certification remains one of the most respected credentials in IT networking. This five-day training equips you with core skills in network fundamentals, IP services, security basics and automation-ready practices – aligned to Cisco’s 200-301 exam and designed to help you thrive in diverse infrastructure environments.
- Why get certified: Obtaining the CCNA credential validates your ability to configure, manage and troubleshoot enterprise networks. It signals to employers that you’re capable of handling modern network operations and evolving technologies.
- Why it matters: With businesses in Malaysia and globally upgrading networks, if you can lead or support infrastructure, security and automation efforts, you become a strategic asset—with certified professionals in high demand.
- Who should attend: Aspiring network engineers, system or network administrators, IT support staff, and professionals aiming to build a strong networking foundation or pursue higher-level
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Overview
Unlock the Potential of Network Programmability and Automation: Discover the new Cisco CCNA v2.0 course.
The Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA) course gives you a broad range of fundamental knowledge for all IT careers. Through a combination of lecture, hands-on labs, and self-study, you will learn how to install, operate, configure, and verify basic IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
The course covers configuring network components such as switches, routers, and wireless LAN controllers; managing network devices; and identifying basic security threats. The course also gives you a foundation in network programmability, automation, and software-defined networking, and sets the foundation for you to upgrade your skillset with Cisco CCNP certifications.
This course helps you prepare to take the 200-301 Cisco® Certified Network Associate (CCNA®) exam. By passing this one exam, you earn the CCNA certification. This course also earns you 30 Continuing Education (CE) credits towards recertification.
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Skills Covered
After taking this course, you should be able to:
- Identify the components of a computer network and describe their basic characteristics
- Understand the model of host-to-host communication
- Describe the features and functions of the Cisco IOS Software
- Describe LANs and the role of switches within LANs
- Describe Ethernet as the network access layer of transmission control protocol and the internet protocol (TCP/IP) and describe the operation of switches
- Install a switch and perform the initial configuration
- Describe the TCP/IP internet layer, IPv4, its addressing scheme, and subnetting
- Describe the TCP/IP transport layer and application layer
- Explore the functions of routing
- Implement basic configuration on a Cisco router
- Explain host-to-host communications across switches and routers
- Identify and resolve common switched network issues and common problems associated with IPv4 addressing
- Describe IPv6 main features, addresses and configure and verify basic IPv6 connectivity
- Describe the operation, benefits, and limitations of static routing
- Describe, implement and verify virtual local area networks (VLANs) and trunks
- Describe the application and configuration of inter-VLAN routing
- Explain the basics of dynamic routing protocols and describe components and terms of open shortest path first (OSPF)
- Explain how spanning tree protocol (STP) and rapid spanning tree protocol (RSTP) work
- Configure link aggregation using EtherChannel
- Describe the purpose of Layer 3 redundancy protocols
- Describe basic wide-area network (WAN) and virtual private network (VPN) concepts
- Describe the operation of access control lists (ACLs) and their applications in the network
- Configure internet access using dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP) clients and explain and configure network address translation (NAT) on Cisco routers
- Describe the basic quality of service (QoS) concepts
- Describe the concepts of wireless networks, which types of wireless networks can be built and how to use WLC
- Describe network and device architectures and introduce virtualization
- Explain software-defined networks
- Configure basic Cisco IOS system monitoring tools
- Describe the management of Cisco devices
- Describe the current security threat landscape
- Describe threat defense technologies
- Implement a basic security configuration of the device management plane
- Implement basic steps to harden network devices
- Discuss the need of network programmability in Enterprise networks, common programmability protocols, and configuration management tools
- Describe AI and ML in network operations
Prerequisites
Before taking this course, you should have:
- Basic computer literacy
- Basic PC operating system navigation skills
- Basic Internet usage skills
- Basic IP address knowledge
There are no formal prerequisites for CCNA certification, but you should make sure to have a good understanding of the exam topics.
Are you new to networking? If you answered YES, please consider the CompTIA Network+ program prior to attending this course.
Target Audience
This course is designed for anyone seeking CCNA certification. The course also provides foundational knowledge for all support technicians involved in the basic installation, operation, and verification of Cisco networks.
The job roles best suited to the material in this course are:
- Entry-level Network Engineers
- Entry-level Network Administrators
- Entry-level Network Support Technicians
- Entry-level Help Desk Technicians
Course Outline
- Exploring the Functions of Networking
- Introducing the Host-To-Host Communications Model
- Operating Cisco IOS Software
- Introducing LANs
- Exploring the TCP/IP Link Layer
- Starting a Switch
- Introducing the TCP/IP Internet Layer, IPv4 Addressing, and Subnets
- Explaining the TCP/IP Transport Layer and Application Layer
- Exploring the Functions of Routing
- Configuring a Cisco Router
- Exploring the Packet Delivery Process
- Troubleshooting a Simple Network
- Introducing Basic IPv6
- Configuring Static Routing
- Implementing VLANs and Trunks
- Routing Between VLANs
- Introducing OSPF
- Building Redundant Switched Topologies
- Improving Redundant Switched Topologies with EtherChannel
- Explaining the Basics of ACL
- Enabling Internet Connectivity
- Introducing AI and ML in Network Operations
- Introducing System Monitoring
- Managing Cisco Devices
- Securing Administrative Access
- Implementing Device Hardening
- Exploring Layer 3 Redundancy
- Introducing WAN Technologies
- Introducing QoS
- Explaining Wireless Fundamentals
- Introducing Architectures and Virtualization
- Explaining Software-Defined Networking
- Introducing Network Programmability
- Examining the Security Threat Landscape
- Implementing Threat Defense Technologies
Lab Outline
- Get Started with Cisco CLI
- Observe How a Switch Operates
- Perform Basic Switch Configuration
- Inspect TCP/IP Applications
- Configure an Interface on a Cisco Router
- Configure and Verify Layer 2 Discovery Protocols
- Configure Default Gateway
- Explore Packet Forwarding
- Troubleshoot Switch Media and Port Issues
- Troubleshoot Port Duplex Issues
- Configure Basic IPv6 Connectivity
- Configure and Verify IPv4 Static Routes
- Configure IPv6 Static Routes
- Configure VLANs and Trunks
- Configure Inter-VLAN Routing
- Configure and Verify Single-Area OSPF
- Configure and Verify EtherChannel
- Configure and Verify IPv4 ACLs
- Configure a Provider-Assigned IPv4 Address
- Configure Static NAT
- Configure Dynamic NAT and PAT
- Configure and Verify NTP
- Create the Cisco IOS Image Backup
- Upgrade Cisco IOS Image
- Secure Console and Remote Access
- Enable and Limit Remote Access Connectivity
- Configure and Verify Port Security
Dates & Locations
July 13, 2026 - July 17, 2026
July 13, 2026 - July 17, 2026
August 3, 2026 - August 7, 2026
August 3, 2026 - August 7, 2026
August 3, 2026 - August 7, 2026
August 3, 2026 - August 7, 2026
September 21, 2026 - September 25, 2026
September 21, 2026 - September 25, 2026
October 5, 2026 - October 9, 2026
October 5, 2026 - October 9, 2026
November 23, 2026 - November 27, 2026
November 23, 2026 - November 27, 2026
November 23, 2026 - November 27, 2026
November 23, 2026 - November 27, 2026
December 7, 2026 - December 11, 2026
December 7, 2026 - December 11, 2026
Exam & Certification
Cisco Certified Network Associate.
The 200-301 CCNA exam certifies your knowledge and skills related to network fundamentals, network access, IP connectivity, IP services, security fundamentals, and automation and programmability.
After you pass 200-301 CCNA, you earn CCNA certification.
How to start your CCNA journey?
- Step 1 – Review: Use the exam topics to evaluate what you already know, identify areas of focus, and build your study plan.
- Step 2 – Study and train: Once you know which topics your exam will cover, choose a study or training option that works for you.
- Step 3 – Connect to Cisco community: Your free Cisco Learning Network membership includes free study resources to supplement your learning journey. Access training videos, webinars and the CCNA Community, where you can ask technical questions, join discussions, and receive study tips to help you achieve your CCNA.
- Step 4 – Practice: Practice with Cisco labs (which are only available through official Cisco learning providers such as Trainocate), simulation tools, and sandboxes.
- Step 5 – Assess: Test your readiness with official CCNA practice questions.
- Step 6 – Schedule test: Schedule to take your CCNA exam online or at a Pearson VUE location available worldwide.
- Step 7 – Certify: Log in to the Certification Tracking System to see your updated status and claim your digital kit. If this was your final certification exam, congratulations! It’s time to celebrate and tell the world about your accomplishment.
- Step 8 – Recertify: Keep your certification current and your skills sharp with Continuing Education.
The comprehensive Cisco CCNA training course and examination lay the foundation for pursuing diverse career trajectories. By earning a Cisco certification, you exemplify the excellence and rigor that businesses rely on to stay ahead of market expectations.
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