CBT Nuggets – Cisco CCIE RS v5 All-In-One: 2.0 Layer 2 Technologies

CBT Nuggets – Cisco CCIE RS v5 All-In-One: 2.0 Layer 2 Technologies

This Cisco video training course with Jeremy Cioara and Keith Barker focuses on the topics listed in the “Layer 2 Technologies” section of Cisco’s blueprint for the CCIE R&S v5 exam and lab. This is the second of 6 CCIE courses from CBT Nuggets. 
Related area of expertise:
Cisco networking level 3

Recommended skills:
Although not required, it is recommended that a person preparing for the CCIE in Routing and Switching already have the skills and knowledge addressed in the Cisco CCNA and CCNP for R/S. (Those courses are available from CBT Nuggets).
Knowledge of using GNS3 will be helpful for individuals who plan on creating a virtualized network to practice with (GNS3 training is also available via CBT Nuggets).

Recommended equipment:
GNS3 or physical routers, and physical switches that support the features demonstrated in the videos.

Related certifications:
CCIE Routing and Switching, v5

Related job functions:
Plan, operate and troubleshoot complex network infrastructures

The Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert, or CCIE, is a technical certification offered by Cisco Systems. The CCIE certifies the skills required of network engineers to plan, operate and troubleshoot complex, converged network infrastructures on a wide variety of Cisco equipment. The CCIE is one of the most prestigious networking certifications in the industry. This course is the first of six courses that make up the entire curriculum. These six courses follow the official blueprint.