This is the fourth course in a sequence leading to the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Certification. This course covers wide area network design and implementation, network systems logging, introductory VPN security, and troubleshooting methodology. Students will engage in challenging hands-on lab activities including skill building and troubleshooting practice. Course sequence mapped to the CCNA Certification: CNET 131 - Introduction to Networks (4), CNET 141 - Route & Switch Essentials (4), CNET 231 - Scaling Networks (4), and CNET 241 - Connecting Networks (4).