This course focuses on the implementation and troubleshooting of advanced routing technologies and services. It is designed for senior network engineers who need to master the complexities of enterprise-scale Layer 3 networks, VPN services, and infrastructure security.

Students will move beyond basic configuration to perform deep-tissue troubleshooting of the most common and complex networking protocols in use today.

Key Learning Domains

  1. Layer 3 Technologies (35%): Deep dive into troubleshooting Administrative Distance, Route Maps, Loop Prevention, and Redistribution. Master advanced EIGRP, OSPF (v2/v3), and BGP for both IPv4 and IPv6.

  2. VPN Technologies (20%): Configuring and verifying MPLS operations (L3VPN) and DMVPN (NHRP, IPsec, and spoke-to-spoke connectivity).

  3. Infrastructure Security (20%): Advanced device security using AAA (TACACS+/RADIUS), Control Plane Policing (CoPP), and IPv6 First Hop Security.

  4. Infrastructure Services (25%): Troubleshooting network services including SNMP, Syslog, DHCP, NetFlow, and Cisco Catalyst Center Assurance.