CCNP Enterprise Core

Core enterprise networking concepts for ENCOR: architecture, virtualization, infrastructure, assurance, security, and automation.

9 modules

Learning Modules

1. Enterprise Network Architecture
   Build a mental model for modern enterprise networks: roles, hierarchies, campus vs WAN vs data center, and design tradeoffs.
   60 min
   Open Enterprise Network Architecture

2. Virtualization & Dual-Stack (IPv4/IPv6)
   Understand device virtualization concepts and plan a clean IPv4/IPv6 strategy for enterprise networks.
   75 min
   Open Virtualization & Dual-Stack (IPv4/IPv6)

3. Enterprise Infrastructure (Routing & Switching)
   Core routing/switching behaviors you need for ENCOR: adjacencies, redundancy, and fast troubleshooting patterns.
   90 min
   Open Enterprise Infrastructure (Routing & Switching)

4. Network Assurance (Telemetry & Monitoring)
   Monitor and measure network health: baselines, telemetry, logs, and actionable dashboards.
   70 min
   Open Network Assurance (Telemetry & Monitoring)

5. Enterprise Security Fundamentals
   Security concepts inside enterprise networks: segmentation, AAA, device hardening, and secure management.
   65 min
   Open Enterprise Security Fundamentals

6. Automation & Programmability
   Intro to enterprise automation: APIs, data models, and safe workflows for network changes.
   80 min
   Open Automation & Programmability

7. SD-WAN & WAN Edge
   Understand WAN transport options, SD-WAN goals, and the basics of policy-based WAN behavior.
   70 min
   Open SD-WAN & WAN Edge

8. Wireless in the Enterprise
   Wireless fundamentals for enterprise: design basics, common failure modes, and validation workflow.
   60 min
   Open Wireless in the Enterprise

9. Troubleshooting & Exam Readiness
   Tie it together: build repeatable troubleshooting workflows and prepare for exam-style scenarios.
   60 min
   Open Troubleshooting & Exam Readiness

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