Cisco Implementing & Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR)

The Cisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise Core certification is offered as 5 days in-classroom modules, and a required 3 days self-study modules. Train with Firebrand, and you'll cover all modules over a total of just 6 days, including sitting Exam 350-401 ENCOR. Get certified with Firebrand at 33% faster than traditional training.

In just 6 days, you'll learn the skills needed to configure, troubleshoot, and manage enterprise wired and wireless networks. The Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies (ENCOR) training also gives you the knowledge to implement security principles, automation, and programmability within an enterprise network and overlay network design by using Cisco SD-Access and SD-WAN solutions.

The Cisco Certified Specialist: Enterprise Core certification is offered as 5 days of in-classroom modules and a required 3 days of self-study modules. Train with Firebrand and you'll cover all modules over a total of just 6 days, including sitting Exam 350-401 ENCOR. Get certified with Firebrand at 33% faster than traditional training.

You'll get access to official courseware and learn from certified Cisco instructors, as Firebrand is a Cisco Learning Partner. At the end of the course, you'll sit exam 350-401 ENCOR: Implementing and Operating Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies v1.1, achieve the Cisco Certified Specialist Enterprise Core certification and satisfy the core exam requirements for the Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise, Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Enterprise Infrastructure, and CCIE Enterprise Wireless certifications. This training also earns you 64 Continuing Education (CE) credits toward recertification.

Start your Cisco journey in a distraction-free environment and learn at pace through Firebrand's Lecture | Lab | Review methodology.

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

• Two training options. Choose between residential classroom-based and online courses
• You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
• Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
• Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
• You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9am–5pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand, you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time with your instructor
• You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
• You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

*For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
**Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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Course Outline

• Examining Cisco Enterprise Network Architecture
• Exploring Cisco Switching Paths  
• Implementing Campus LAN Connectivity  
• Building Redundant Switched Topology  
• Implementing Layer 2 Port Aggregation
• Implementing OSPF
• Optimizing OSPF
• Explaining EIGRP  
• Exploring EBGP  
• Implementing Network Redundancy  
• Implementing NAT  
• Introducing Virtualization Protocols and Techniques
• Exploring Virtual Private Networks and Interfaces
• Examining Wireless Deployment Options
• Examining Wireless AP Operation  
• Implementing Wireless Client Authentication
• Troubleshooting Wireless Client Connectivity  
• Implementing Network Services
• Introducing Multicast Protocols
• Introducing QoS  
• Using Network Analysis Tools  
• Implementing Infrastructure Security  
• Implementing Secure Access Control  
• Discovering the Basics of Python Programming  
• Introducing Network Programmability Protocols
• Explaining Wireless Principles
• Exploring Wireless Roaming and Location Services  
• Exploring Enterprise Network Security Architecture  
• Exploring Cisco Catalyst Center—Network Automation and Management
• Examining the Cisco SD-Access Solution
• Exploring the Working Principles of the Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Solution 
• Introducing APIs in Cisco Catalyst Center and Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN Manager 

Lab Outline

• Investigate the CAM
• Analyze Cisco Express Forwarding  
• Troubleshoot VLAN and Trunk Issues  
• Tune STP and Configure RSTP  
• Configure Multiple STP
• Troubleshoot EtherChannel  
• Implement Multiarea OSPF  
• Implement OSPF Tuning  
• Apply OSPF Optimization  
• Implement OSPFv3  
• Configure and Verify Single-Homed EBGP  
• Implement HSRP
• Configure VRRP
• Implement NAT  
• Configure and Verify VRF
• Configure and Verify a GRE Tunnel  
• Configure Static VTI Point-to-Point Tunnels  
• Configure Wireless Client Authentication in a Centralized Deployment  
• Troubleshoot Wireless Client Connectivity Issues  
• Configure Syslog  
• Configure and Verify Flexible NetFlow  
• Configure Cisco IOS EEM
• Troubleshoot Connectivity and Analyze Traffic with Ping, Traceroute, and Debug  
• Configure and Verify Cisco IP SLAs  
• Configure Standard and Extended ACLs  
• Configure Control Plane Policing  
• Implement Local and Server-Based AAA  
• Write and Troubleshoot Python Scripts  
• Explore JSON Objects and Scripts in Python  
• Use NETCONF Via SSH  
• Use RESTCONF with Cisco IOS XE Software 

As part of your accelerated course, you'll sit the following at the Firebrand Training Centre, covered by your Certification Guarantee:

Implementing Cisco Enterprise Network Core Technologies v1.1

• Exam code: 350-401 ENCOR
• Duration: 120 minutes
• Domains:
  • Architecture (15%)
  • Virtualisation (10%)
  • Infrastructure (30%)
  • Network Assurance (10%)
  • Security (20%)
  • Automation (15%)

Your accelerated course includes:

• Accommodation *
• Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
• On-site exams **
• Exam vouchers **
• Practice tests **
• Certification Guarantee ***
• Courseware
• Up to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
• 24-hour lab access
• Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply to online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts.
*** Pass the first time or train again for free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

There are no prerequisites to attend this training. However, it is recommended that you:

• Understand how to implement enterprise LAN networks
• Have a basic understanding of enterprise routing and wireless connectivity 
• Have a basic understanding of Python scripting 

You can attain these skills by taking the Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA) accelerated course.