CCNA blueprint

CCNA exam domains

The Cisco blueprint defines 6 domains for 200-301 (v1.1).

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ProviderCisco

Exam code200-301

Exam standard200-301 (v1.1)

Domains6

How to use the exam blueprint

Treat every domain as a required area of competence, then use its linked objectives to define exactly what to learn and practice. Published weights indicate relative exam emphasis, not permission to ignore lower-weight areas.

Prepare by objective and decision

Review the knowledge behind each objective, apply it in scenarios or practical work, and use targeted questions to test the decision being measured. Move to timed simulation only after the complete blueprint has been covered.

20% of blueprint / 1 objectives

Network Fundamentals

Covers Explain network components, models, addressing, cabling, wireless, and virtualization..

20% of blueprint / 1 objectives

Network Access

Covers Configure and verify VLANs, trunks, EtherChannel, discovery, wireless, and spanning tree..

25% of blueprint / 1 objectives

IP Connectivity

Covers Interpret routing tables and configure and verify IPv4 and IPv6 routing..

10% of blueprint / 1 objectives

IP Services

Covers Configure and verify NAT, DHCP, DNS, NTP, QoS, management, and first-hop redundancy..

15% of blueprint / 1 objectives

Security Fundamentals

Covers Apply access, device, Layer 2, wireless, VPN, AAA, and security-program concepts..

10% of blueprint / 1 objectives

Automation and Programmability

Covers Explain automation, controllers, APIs, data formats, and configuration management..

Review the linked exam objectives.

Each objective page stays scoped to this certification and current exam standard.

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