Cisco CCNA Networking (Levels 1-3)

Overview
Cisco CCNA Networking (Levels 1-3) is CIS College’s flagship networking program, covering all three levels of the CCNA certification track in 60 hours of hands-on and theory training. This course is considered the backbone of any IT career and one of the most requested qualifications in the job market.
You will learn, from the ground up, how to design, configure, maintain and operate local and wide area networks. No prior IT experience is required. By the end of the course you will be able to plan and implement networks for both small and large organizations, using industry tools and simulation software, and you will be ready to progress into further networking, server administration, or cyber security courses.
What You Will Learn
- Build simple LANs and configure IPv4 and IPv6 addressing schemes
- Configure routers and switches for end-to-end network connectivity
- Configure and troubleshoot VLANs, trunking, and inter-VLAN routing
- Implement redundancy with Spanning Tree Protocol and EtherChannel
- Configure OSPF routing and first-hop redundancy protocols
- Apply access control lists and other security best practices to protect a network
- Configure core IP services including DHCP, NAT/PAT, SNMP, and QoS
- Understand network automation, APIs, and software-defined networking fundamentals
Course Curriculum
| Module | What you cover |
|---|---|
| CCNA 1: Networking Fundamentals | OSI model, IPv4 and IPv6 addressing, TCP/UDP, and the Cisco command line |
| CCNA 1: Routing & Subnetting | Introduction to routers and routing, static routing, subnetting, CIDR, VLSM, and WAN basics |
| CCNA 2: VLANs & Trunking | VLAN configuration, VLAN Trunking Protocol, 802.1Q, and EtherChannel |
| CCNA 2: Spanning Tree & Wireless | Spanning Tree Protocol, Rapid PVST, wireless LAN architecture, and wireless security |
| CCNA 2: Inter-VLAN Routing | Router-on-a-stick, administrative distance, floating static routes, route summarization |
| CCNA 3: OSPF & Redundancy | OSPF configuration, neighbor discovery, DR/BDR election, and gateway redundancy |
| CCNA 3: Security & Access Control | Access lists, port security, AAA, DHCP snooping, firewalls, and VPNs |
| CCNA 3: Network Services & Automation | DHCP, SNMP, NAT/PAT, QoS, network management, automation, and cloud computing fundamentals |
Who This Course Is For
- Anyone entering the IT or networking field for the first time, no prior experience needed
- Students planning to move on to cyber security or network engineering
- Professionals seeking an internationally recognized Cisco-track certification
Certification
Upon successful completion of this course, you receive a certificate recognized by Lebanon’s Directorate General of Technical and Vocational Education, strengthening your credentials in the job market.
Target audiences
- Anyone entering the IT or networking field for the first time
- Students planning to move on to cyber security or network engineering
- Professionals seeking an internationally recognized Cisco-track certification
Requirements
- No prior IT experience required, all topics are taught from the fundamentals