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Duration
5h 38m
Difficulty
Advanced
Instructor
Brian McGahan
Videos
15
Quizzes
12
Labs
1
CPE Credits
7
Published
Apr 12, 2024
Updated
Mar 14, 2026
Networking CourseCisco

Implementing Cisco SD-Access with DNA Center

Implementing Cisco SD-Access with DNA Center gives network engineers a practical understanding of how to deploy and operate Cisco intent-based campus networking. The course connects SD-Access architecture with hands-on workflows in Cisco DNA Center, now commonly known as Catalyst Center, including fabric design, device onboarding, policy creation, segmentation, and automation. Learners explore how the controller supports configuration management, assurance, visibility, and operational consistency across the campus network. The course also explains how SD-Access fabrics use technologies such as LISP, VXLAN, and virtual networks to simplify segmentation and improve network control. By connecting design concepts with real implementation and verification tasks, this course helps engineers translate SD-Access theory into practical deployment workflows for modern enterprise campus environments.

Instructor

Brian McGahan

Brian McGahan

Course Instructor

At the age of 20, Brian McGahan earned his first CCIE in Routing & Switching and became known as the “youngest engineer in the world.” He continued on to earn CCIE certifications in Security and Service Provider. We’re proud to have such an accomplished and driven instructor on the team. Brian has developed and taught for since 2002, setting the bar for CCIE training and helping thousands of engineers obtain their own certifications. When he is not developing new products for, Brian McGahan consults with large ISPs and enterprise customers.

What Is Included

15 videos12 quizzes1 labs1 group3h 08m video runtime2h 30m activity runtime4.58 / 5 rating7 CPE credits

Skill Coverage

IP Addressing and SubnettingIP Addressing and Subnetting → IP Address Management and AssignmentIP Addressing and Subnetting → IPv4 Addressing and PlanningNetwork Automation and ProgrammabilityNetwork Automation and Programmability → Automation Tools and FrameworksNetwork Automation and Programmability → Network APIs and Programmable InterfacesNetwork Automation and Programmability → Zero-Touch Provisioning and Device OnboardingNetwork Design and ArchitectureNetwork Design and Architecture → Network Segmentation and VirtualizationNetwork Design and Architecture → Network Topology and DesignNetwork Device AdministrationNetwork Device Administration → Cisco IOS and Platform AdministrationNetwork Monitoring and TroubleshootingNetwork Monitoring and Troubleshooting → Network Diagnostics and TroubleshootingNetwork Monitoring and Troubleshooting → Packet Capture and Traffic AnalysisNetwork Monitoring and Troubleshooting → SNMP Configuration and ManagementNetwork SecurityNetwork Security → Access Control and Policy EnforcementNetwork Security → EAP Methods and Protocol AuthenticationNetworkingRouting Protocols and ConfigurationRouting Protocols and Configuration → BGP and Exterior RoutingRouting Protocols and Configuration → Interior Gateway Protocol ConfigurationSD-WAN and Software-Defined NetworkingSD-WAN and Software-Defined Networking → SD-Access Implementation and Fabric DeploymentSD-WAN and Software-Defined Networking → SD-WAN Configuration and ManagementSwitching and Layer 2 TechnologiesSwitching and Layer 2 Technologies → Switch Configuration and ManagementWireless NetworkingWireless Networking → Wireless Infrastructure Configuration

Course Curriculum

Welcome

1 video

Video

SD-Access Overview

2 videos • 2 quizs

VideoQuiz

Implementing SD-Access

9 videos • 1 lab • 9 quizs

VideoQuizLab

Verifying SD-Access

2 videos • 1 quiz

VideoQuiz

Goodbye

1 video

Video