Obtaining a CCNA certification signifies that you are well-rounded network engineer. Completing the certification gives the ability to proficiently work with routed and switched networks on multiple levels. The CISCO Network Protocols Skill Certification course specifically breaks down pieces of the CCNA, including Module 1: Introduction to Networks and Module 2: Routing and Switching Essentials. For the first portion of this course, you will learn principles and structures of IP addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and operations. As a foundation for the curriculum, individuals are provided with an introduction to the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. Within the second portion of this course, with a focus on routing and switching, the material describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network. Students learn how to configure a router and a switch for basic functionality. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: