350-401: CCNP ENCOR

The ENCOR (350-401) course focuses on the core technologies of modern enterprise networks. It covers enterprise network architecture, including campus, WAN, cloud, and software-defined networking (SDN). Learners gain strong skills in switching (VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, Layer 2 security) and routing using IPv4/IPv6, OSPF, EIGRP concepts, and traffic path control.

The course also addresses wireless networking, including wireless architecture, WLAN security, and QoS. Key security fundamentals such as ACLs, port security, and device hardening are emphasized to protect enterprise environments. Network assurance topics focus on monitoring and troubleshooting using tools like SNMP, Syslog, NetFlow, and Cisco DNA Center. Finally, ENCOR introduces automation and programmability, covering REST APIs, JSON, YANG, Python basics, and controller-based networking to prepare engineers for modern, automated networks.

This course builds a solid foundation for CCNP Enterprise and CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure.

Exam Details:

  • Exam Code: 350-401 ENCOR

  • Duration: 120 minutes

  • Question Types: MCQ, drag-and-drop, simulations

  • Passing Score: Cisco does not publish an exact score

  • Exam Cost: USD 400 (subject to change)

Who Should Take ENCOR?

  • Network Engineers & Administrators

  • CCNA-certified professionals

  • NOC & Infrastructure Engineers

  • IT professionals aiming for CCNP or CCIE

Title Details
Course Fee ৳ 15,000
Training Method Online
Total Modules 10
Course Duration 45 Hours
Total Session 15
Class Duration 3 Hours
Admission Procedure

350-401: CCNP ENCOR - Details Course Outlines

Module-1

Enterprise Network Architecture

  • Enterprise network design principles

  • Campus, WAN, and internet/cloud connectivity

  • Layer 2 and Layer 3 boundaries

  • Controllers & fabric architectures (e.g., SD-Access)

  • Network virtualization basics

  • High-level SDN concepts

Module-2

Virtualization

  • VRFs (Virtual Routing and Forwarding)

  • VLANs and VXLAN basics

  • Multitenancy design considerations

  • Overlay vs underlay fabrics

Module-3

Infrastructure — Switching

  • VLANs & trunking (802.1Q)

  • Spanning Tree Standards:

    • STP, RSTP, MSTP

  • Port and Layer 2 security

  • EtherChannel (LACP / PAgP basics)

Module-4

Infrastructure — Routing

  • IPv4 & IPv6 fundamentals

  • Static and default routing

  • OSPFv2 / OSPFv3 operations

  • EIGRP basics & path selection

  • BGP overview (concepts and use cases)

  • Route filtering and path control

  • Inter-VLAN and subnet routing

Module-5

Wireless Technologies

  • Wireless LAN components (AP modes, WLC fundamentals)

  • SSID, RF fundamentals

  • WLAN security methods

  • QoS for wireless traffic

Module-6

Network Security

  • ACL types (standard, extended, named)

  • Control traffic with ACLs

  • Port security and MAC filtering

  • Device hardening best practices

  • Secure management (SSH, TACACS+, AAA basics)

Module-7

Network Services

  • DHCP (server and relay)

  • DNS basics

  • NAT concepts

  • IP SLA for reliability

Module-8

Infrastructure Management & Troubleshooting

  • Syslog and logging levels

  • SNMP (versions, community strings, traps)

  • NetFlow / Flexible NetFlow

  • Troubleshooting systematic process

  • Debugging tools and show commands

Module-9

Cisco DNA Center & Assurance

  • Cisco DNA Center roles and architecture

  • Assurance dashboard and insights

  • Telemetry and analytics

  • Policy provisioning basics

Module-10

Automation & Programmability

  • Network automation fundamentals

  • REST APIs and JSON data format

  • Model-driven telemetry (YANG)

  • Configuration with Python scripts

  • Tools & controllers that support automation