Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials (Cisco)
Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials (Cisco) equips network administrators, engineers, and IT support specialists with skills to configure, operate, and troubleshoot enterprise networks, solving the critical challenge of maintaining reliable, secure connectivity. This course covers VLANs, routing protocols, wireless LANs, and security best practices, aligning with the latest CCNA 200-301 exam. With over 4 million Cisco certifications issued globally, demand remains high—CyberSeek reports 240,971 job openings, making this training essential for career entry and advancement.
This course prepares learners for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification using official vendor-authorized courseware and includes 30-day lab access for hands-on practice. Koenig’s Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling ensures training continuity, empowering certified professionals to pursue roles in network engineering and cybersecurity with average U.S. salaries ranging from $85,000 to $95,000 and beyond.
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Course Overview
The Cisco course Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials (SRWE) is the second in the CCNAv7 curriculum, designed to prepare students for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (200-301 CCNA) certification exam. It is ideal for individuals pursuing entry-level roles such as Network Administrator, Network Support Engineer, or NOC Technician in the ICT industry. Building on foundational knowledge from Introduction to Networks (ITN), this course dives into switching technologies, router operations, and wireless LAN configurations for small-to-medium business networks. With over 300,000 CCNA certifications issued globally and Cisco technologies deployed in 95% of Fortune 500 companies, this course meets high industry demand for skilled networking professionals capable of managing modern enterprise infrastructures.
Students engage with key technologies including VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), EtherChannel, DHCP, First Hop Redundancy Protocols (FHRP), and wireless LAN configuration using Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC). The hands-on lab component emphasizes real-world skills, with learners configuring and securing switches, implementing inter-VLAN routing, and troubleshooting network issues using Cisco Packet Tracer. In one comprehensive project, students build a converged network that integrates routing, switching, and secure WLAN services, simulating a typical small business environment. The lab environment leverages Cisco Packet Tracer 8.0, enabling students to design, configure, and verify network operations in a simulated real-time setting that mirrors actual enterprise deployments.
This course directly prepares learners for the Cisco 200-301 CCNA certification, one of the most recognized credentials in networking, validating essential skills in routing, switching, and security. CCNA-certified professionals earn an average salary of $85,000 annually in the U.S., with network engineers reaching over $120,000 based on experience and role progression. Koenig Solutions enhances this learning path with Guaranteed-to-Run batches, official Cisco courseware, and 1-on-1 training options, ensuring personalized support and maximum exam readiness. Upon completion, graduates are positioned to advance into roles involving network design, implementation, and security, paving the way for long-term careers in enterprise networking and infrastructure management.
Skills You'll Gain
Prerequisites
- To succeed in the Cisco Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials course, candidates should have completed the Cisco Introduction to Networks (ITN) course. A solid understanding of the OSI and TCP/IP network reference models is essential. Familiarity with IPv4 and IPv6 addressing schemes helps learners grasp network configurations faster. Basic command-line interface (CLI) experience with Cisco IOS is recommended for smooth navigation through network setup tasks. Knowledge of core networking protocols such as Ethernet, ARP, ICMP, DNS, and DHCP ensures learners can troubleshoot and manage network connections effectively. Additionally, the ability to configure basic IP connectivity on end devices is crucial for practical implementation. These prerequisites prepare students to understand advanced concepts in switching, routing, and wireless networking, enabling them to build and troubleshoot networks confidently. Completing this course can significantly enhance your networking skills, opening opportunities in IT infrastructure roles worldwide.
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials (Cisco) certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials (Cisco) certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Network Support Technician
- Junior Network Engineer
- Wireless Network Engineer
- Network Operations Center (NOC) Engineer
- Systems Administrator
- IT Network Specialist
Companies Hiring
and 5,000+ organizations worldwide seeking Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials (Cisco) certified professionals
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