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CISCO MERAKI, SD-WAN & NEXUS

The Cisco Meraki, SD-WAN & Nexus course is designed for professionals who want to build expertise in modern enterprise networking, cloud-managed infrastructure, and data center technologies. The training covers Cisco Meraki network management, SD-WAN deployment, Nexus switching, network security, routing, switching, automation, monitoring, and troubleshooting through hands-on labs and real-world scenarios. Students learn how organizations build secure, scalable, and high-performance networks for branch offices, campuses, and data centers. This course is ideal for network engineers, system administrators, cloud and infrastructure professionals, technical support engineers, and anyone looking to advance their career in enterprise networking and Cisco technologies.

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IT Training Programme

Duration 50 hours

Batch Type Weekdays / Weekends

Mode of Training Classroom / Online / Corporate

Locations Pune, Bangalore, Kochi

Language English

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What you'll learn

Understand core concepts and architecture from the ground up

Get hands-on with the tools used by working professionals

Build real-world projects you can add to your portfolio

Learn industry best practices and coding standards

Practice with real datasets and real-world scenarios

Prepare for certification and technical interviews

Work on collaborative, team-based exercises

Apply performance tuning and optimization techniques

Understand how the technology fits into a larger ecosystem

Complete assignments reviewed by mentors

Programme Overview

27 sections covering the complete curriculum — a single, progressive learning arc.

50 hours

Training Duration

Core Modules

302

Total Lessons

4.4★

Average Rating

50K+

Students Trained

Foundations & Core Concepts

Get hands-on with the fundamentals and architecture — the building blocks for everything that follows.

Fundamentals Architecture Setup

Hands-On Practical Training

Work through real exercises and assignments designed to mirror what you will do on the job.

Practicals Assignments Labs

Real-World Projects

Apply what you have learned to end-to-end projects that go straight into your portfolio.

Projects Portfolio Case Studies

Advanced Techniques

Go beyond the basics with advanced concepts, integrations and production-grade practices.

Advanced Integration Best Practices

Ecosystem Integration

Understand how this technology connects with the broader tools and platforms used in the industry.

Ecosystem Tools Platforms

Performance & Interview Prep

Master optimization techniques and prepare for the technical interview questions employers actually ask.

Optimization Interview Prep Certification

Who is this programme for?

Whether you're already writing code, working with data, or supporting applications today — this programme is built to take you into a NETWORKING role.

Software Developers

Engineers who want to add this skill set to their toolkit

Analysts & Consultants

Professionals moving into a more technical, hands-on role

IT Professionals

System admins and support engineers upskilling into a new domain

Fresh Graduates

CS/IT graduates aiming for a job-ready technical role

Course Curriculum

27 sections • 302 lessons • 50 hours

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Total Duration

50 hours

100% Practical · Unlimited Doubt Sessions

01 Course Overview

This comprehensive training program is designed for Network Engineers, System Engineers, Infrastructure Administrators, Cloud Engineers, and IT Professionals who want to master Cisco Meraki, Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela), and Cisco Nexus Data Center technologies.

The course covers enterprise networking, software-defined networking (SDN), SD-WAN architecture, cloud-managed networking, data center networking, automation basics, security, troubleshooting,monitoring, and production support. Learners will gain hands-on experience through real-world enterprise labs, implementation projects, and production scenarios.

02 Learning Outcomes

• Understand Cisco Enterprise Networking Architecture

• Deploy and Manage Cisco Meraki Networks

• Configure Cisco SD-WAN Fabric

• Implement Cisco Nexus Data Center Switching

• Configure Routing, Switching, Security, and High Availability

• Monitor Enterprise Networks

• Troubleshoot Complex Network Issues

• Design Enterprise and Data Center Networks

• Prepare for Cisco Enterprise and Data Center Certifications

03 Prerequisites

• Basic Computer Knowledge

• Fundamentals of Networking

• TCP/IP Basics

• Basic Routing and Switching Concepts

• VLAN and IP Addressing Knowledge

• CCNA-level Knowledge (Recommended)

• Basic CLI Experience

04 Fundamentals

• Introduction to Enterprise Networking

• OSI & TCP/IP Models

• IPv4 & IPv6 Fundamentals

• Ethernet Technologies

• Switching Concepts

• Routing Concepts

• VLANs and Trunking

• Inter-VLAN Routing

• Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)

• EtherChannel

• High Availability Concepts

• Network Security Basics

• Software Defined Networking (SDN)

• SD-WAN Concepts

• Data Center Networking Overview

• Cloud Networking Fundamentals

• Cisco DNA Architecture Overview

• Cisco Meraki Cloud Architecture

• Cisco Nexus Data Center Architecture

05 Core Technical Topics (Main Syllabus)

Core Technical Topics (Main Syllabus)

06 Module 1: Cisco Enterprise Networking Foundation

• Enterprise Network Design

• Campus Network Architecture

• WAN Technologies

• LAN Design

• Routing Fundamentals

• Switching Fundamentals

• High Availability

• QoS Basics

• Network Segmentation

• Enterprise Security

07 Module 2: Cisco Meraki

• Meraki Dashboard

• Organization & Network Configuration

• Licensing

• MX Security Appliances

• MS Switches

• MR Wireless Access Points

• MV Smart Cameras (Overview)

• MG Cellular Gateway (Overview)

• VLAN Configuration

• DHCP Services

• Firewall Rules

• VPN Configuration

• SD-WAN Policies

• Traffic Shaping

• Client VPN

• Site-to-Site VPN

• Wireless Configuration

• Guest Access

• Network Monitoring

• Alerts & Reporting

08 Module 3: Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela)

• SD-WAN Architecture

• Controllers (vManage, vSmart, vBond)

• WAN Edge Routers

• Overlay Network

• Underlay Network

• Device Onboarding

• Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP)

• Control Policies

• Data Policies

• Application Aware Routing

• SLA Policies

• VPN Segmentation

• Service Chaining

• Cloud OnRamp

• Security Policies

• High Availability

• Monitoring & Analytics

• Software Upgrade

• Troubleshooting SD-WAN

09 Module 4: Cisco Nexus Switching

• Nexus Architecture

• NX-OS Fundamentals

• Nexus CLI

• VLAN Configuration

• vPC (Virtual Port Channel)

• VXLAN Overview

• EVPN Basics

• FabricPath (Overview)

• Virtual Device Context (VDC)

• FEX (Fabric Extender)

• Port Channels

• Layer 2 Switching

• Layer 3 Routing

• OSPF

• BGP

• HSRP

• VRRP

• ACL Configuration

• QoS

• High Availability Features

10 Module 5: Routing Protocols

• Static Routing

• Default Routing

• OSPF

• EIGRP

• BGP

• Route Redistribution

• Route Summarization

• Policy-Based Routing

• ECMP

• Routing Optimization

11 Module 6: Enterprise Switching

• VLANs

• Trunking

• STP

• RSTP

• MSTP

• EtherChannel

• Port Security

• Storm Control

• Private VLAN

• Switch Security

12 Module 7: Network Security

• AAA

• TACACS+

• RADIUS

• ACLs

• Zone-Based Firewall

• VPN Security

• Device Hardening

• Secure Management

• Network Segmentation

• Security Best Practices

13 Module 8: Network Monitoring & Operations

• SNMP

• Syslog

• NetFlow

• Cisco Meraki Monitoring

• Cisco vManage Monitoring

• Cisco Nexus Monitoring

• Alerts

• Event Management

• Capacity Planning

• Network Documentation

14 Module 9: High Availability & Disaster Recovery

• HSRP

• VRRP

• GLBP

• Dual ISP Connectivity

• Redundant WAN Links

• Device Failover

• Backup Configuration

• Disaster Recovery Planning

• Network Recovery

• Business Continuity

15 Module 10: Enterprise Network Design & Implementation

• Requirement Gathering

• Network Assessment

• Solution Design

• Migration Planning

• Implementation Strategy

• Testing

• Go-Live

• Documentation

• Production Support

• Change Management

16 Hands-On Labs

• Configure Cisco Meraki Dashboard

• Create VLANs on Meraki Switches

• Configure Meraki Wireless Networks

• Deploy Site-to-Site VPN

• Configure Client VPN

• Deploy Cisco SD-WAN Controllers

• Onboard WAN Edge Devices

• Configure SD-WAN Policies

• Configure Cisco Nexus Switches

• Configure vPC

• Configure OSPF & BGP

• Implement HSRP

• Configure ACLs

• Configure QoS

• Monitor Network Traffic

• Troubleshoot Routing Issues

• Perform Software Upgrades

• Configure Redundant WAN Links

17 Assignments

• Design a Multi-Branch Enterprise Network

• Configure Cisco Meraki Campus Network

• Implement SD-WAN Connectivity

• Configure Data Center Switching

• Configure Enterprise Routing

• Secure Enterprise Network

• Implement High Availability

• Prepare Network Design Documentation

• Create Disaster Recovery Plan

• Perform Network Health Assessment

18 Mini Projects

• Branch Office Network using Cisco Meraki

• SD-WAN Deployment for Multi-Site Organization

• Enterprise Campus Network Design

• Cisco Nexus Data Center Network

• Secure Hybrid Network Implementation

• High Availability Enterprise Network

19 Capstone Projects

Project 1

Complete Enterprise Network Deployment using Cisco Meraki, SD-WAN, and Nexus

Project 2

Multi-Branch SD-WAN Implementation with Centralized Management

Project 3

Cisco Nexus Data Center Deployment with Redundancy

Project 4

Hybrid Enterprise Network with Secure Remote Connectivity

20 Real-Time Job Scenarios

• Deploy a new branch office using Cisco Meraki.

• Configure SD-WAN connectivity between headquarters and branch offices.

• Migrate legacy WAN to Cisco SD-WAN.

• Configure high availability using HSRP and vPC.

• Resolve WAN performance issues using application-aware routing.

• Configure secure remote VPN access for employees.

• Expand a data center using Cisco Nexus switches.

• Perform firmware upgrades with minimal downtime.

• Monitor network health using Meraki Dashboard and vManage.

• Troubleshoot routing and switching issues in production.

• Coordinate network changes during maintenance windows.

• Support enterprise network incidents and service requests.

21 Troubleshooting Scenarios

• SD-WAN tunnel not established.

• Meraki device offline.

• Client VPN connection failure.

• Site-to-site VPN not synchronizing.

• VLAN communication failure.

• OSPF neighbor adjacency issues.

• BGP route advertisement problems.

• vPC peer-link failure.

• HSRP failover not occurring.

• Wireless client authentication issues.

• High CPU utilization on Nexus switches.

• QoS policy not applied correctly.

22 Industry Tools

• Cisco Meraki Dashboard

• Cisco SD-WAN vManage

• Cisco vSmart

• Cisco vBond

• Cisco Nexus NX-OS CLI

• Cisco DNA Center

• Cisco Secure Client (AnyConnect)

• Cisco Modeling Labs (CML)

• GNS3

• EVE-NG

• Wireshark

• SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor

• PRTG Network Monitor

• Microsoft Visio

• Jira

• ServiceNow

• Confluence

• Microsoft Teams

23 Best Practices

• Design scalable and modular enterprise networks.

• Implement redundant WAN links and high availability.

• Use network segmentation for improved security.

• Apply role-based access control for device management.

• Regularly back up device configurations.

• Test firmware upgrades in a lab before production deployment.

• Monitor network performance proactively using centralized tools.

• Document network topology, IP addressing, and configuration standards.

• Follow structured change management procedures.

• Conduct periodic disaster recovery and failover testing.

24 Cisco Certification Names

Recommended certification path:

• Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA 200-301)

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Enterprise

• Cisco Certified Specialist – Enterprise SD-WAN Implementation (ENSDWI)

• Cisco Certified Specialist – Enterprise Advanced Infrastructure Implementation

• Cisco Certified Specialist – Data Center Core

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Data Center

• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Enterprise Infrastructure(Advanced)

• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Data Center (Advanced)

25 Mock Interviews

Our mock interview program is designed to replicate the recruitment process followed by Cisco partners, system integrators, managed service providers, telecom companies, and enterprise IT organizations.

Phase 1: Technical Assessment

• Routing and switching fundamentals.

• Cisco Meraki architecture and deployment.

• Cisco SD-WAN design and implementation.

• Cisco Nexus data center networking.

• Enterprise security and high availability concepts.

Phase 2: Scenario-Based Interview

›Candidates solve real enterprise networking scenarios involving:
›• Multi-site SD-WAN deployments.
›• Campus and branch network implementations.
›• Data center network expansion.
›• VPN troubleshooting.
›• Routing convergence and failover.
›• Network performance optimization.

Phase 3: Practical Configuration Round

• Configure Meraki Dashboard policies.

• Deploy SD-WAN devices.

• Configure Nexus switching and routing.

• Troubleshoot simulated production issues.

• Explain implementation decisions and network design.

Phase 4: HR & Communication Round

• Professional self-introduction.

• Project presentation.

• Client communication simulation.

• Behavioral interview questions.

• Salary negotiation guidance.

Each candidate receives detailed technical feedback, personalized improvement plans, and multiple mock interview sessions until they are fully prepared for enterprise networking roles.

26 Resume Preparation

Our placement assistance program prepares candidates for careers with Cisco partners, telecom providers, global system integrators, cloud service providers, managed service providers (MSPs), and enterprise IT organizations.

Placement Support Includes

• Career counseling and networking skill-gap analysis.

• Live enterprise networking projects and hands-on lab experience.

• Resume and LinkedIn profile optimization.

• Technical, managerial, and HR mock interviews.

• Communication and presentation skill enhancement.

• Regular interview scheduling through our network of 850+ hiring partners.

• Guidance on interview follow-ups, offer evaluation, and salary negotiation.

• Continued placement assistance until candidates secure suitable employment, subject

to individual performance and employer hiring requirements.

27 Placement Assistance -Through Our 850+ Hiring Partners

Our placement support is designed to prepare candidates for opportunities with IBM partners, global system integrators, banking organizations, manufacturing companies, healthcare enterprises, and managed service providers.

Placement Support Includes

• Career counseling and individual skill-gap assessment.

• Live lab practice and enterprise administration projects.

• Resume and LinkedIn profile optimization.

• Technical, managerial, and HR mock interviews.

• Communication and presentation skill enhancement.

• Regular interview scheduling with our network of 850+ hiring partners.

• Guidance on interview follow-ups, offer evaluation, and salary negotiation.

• Continued placement assistance until candidates secure suitable employment, subject to individual performance and employer hiring requirements.

Tools & Technologies

Every tool listed here is installed, configured and used in a hands-on lab session.

Core Tools

Hands-On Labs

Practical Environment

Industry-Standard Tools

Real-World Setup

Guided Exercises

Skill Building

Sample Datasets

Practice Material

Practice & Projects

Mini Projects

Applied Practice

Assignments

Mentor Reviewed

Doubt Sessions

Live Support

Career Readiness

Resume Building

Career Support

Mock Interviews

Interview Prep

Certification Prep

Global Recognition

Deployment & Delivery

Production Practices

Real-World Ready

Best Practices

Industry Standards

302+

Hands-On Lessons

Core Modules

50 hours

Training Duration

100%

Practical Training

You don't just learn CISCO MERAKI, SD-WAN & NEXUS. You ship it.

Three major projects, each mirroring how production teams actually work — from guided foundations to a portfolio-ready capstone.

PROJECT // 01

Guided Foundation Project

→Requirement Analysis

→Guided Implementation

→Mentor Review

→Iteration

Foundation Beginner

Apply the fundamentals in a structured, mentor-reviewed project

Take the core concepts from the first half of the curriculum and apply them to a realistic scenario, with guidance and feedback from your mentor at every step.

Structured project brief

Step-by-step implementation

Mentor feedback and review

Documented outcome

Stack Core Concepts Best Practices

PROJECT // 02

Applied Practice Project

→Scenario Design

→Independent Build

→Testing & Validation

→Peer Review

Applied Intermediate

Build a more independent project mirroring real production scenarios

Work through a project that combines multiple concepts from the curriculum, closer to how work is actually structured on the job — less hand-holding, more ownership.

End-to-end implementation

Testing and validation

Documentation

Peer/mentor review

Stack Applied Skills Testing

PROJECT // 03

Capstone Project

→Planning

→End-to-End Build

→Review & Refinement

→Presentation

Capstone Advanced

Take a project from requirements to a polished, portfolio-ready deliverable

Your final project — plan, build, test and present a complete solution using everything covered in the curriculum, reviewed by mentors before you graduate.

Complete working solution

Presentation-ready documentation

Mentor sign-off

Portfolio-ready deliverable

Stack Full Curriculum Portfolio

All 3 projects go directly into your portfolio & resume — reviewed by mentors before you graduate.

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Radical Technologies is the leading IT certification institute in Pune, offering globally recognized certifications across various domains. With expert trainers and comprehensive materials, we ensure students gain in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience to excel in their careers. Our certification programs are tailored to meet industry standards — from cloud technologies to data science — empowering individuals to stay ahead in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

Career Services

At Radical Technologies, we are committed to your success beyond the classroom. Our 100% Job Assistance program ensures that you are not only equipped with industry-relevant skills but also guided through the job placement process. With personalised resume building, interview preparation, and access to our extensive network of hiring partners, we help you take the next step confidently into your IT career.