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Training Layer 2 - Mastering the Basics of Ethernet Networks

Ref: IHN354
10 people max.
$3,150 HT / per person
−15% from 2 people−30% from 3 people−50% from 5 people
Pay in 3 installments · +$180/day onsite · +$540 with certification exam
3 days
Remote

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Learning objectives

  • Master the fundamentals of Layer 2 to configure professional switches
  • Develop skills in Ethernet and MAC addressing in enterprise environments
  • Design secure and high-performance VLANs in certified networks
  • Implement the Spanning Tree Protocol to prevent loops
  • Optimize Layer 2 switching with practical tools
  • Diagnose and resolve common incidents in professional training

The Learni story

Founded by passionate learning and innovation experts, Learni's mission is to make professional training accessible to everyone, anywhere in the world. Our team operates in major hubs — London, New York, Boston — and internationally, to support talents and organizations in upskilling.

Don't let this gap widen

Why this program matters

  • Without this upskilling, your team accumulates a technological gap that translates directly into productivity loss.

  • Organizations that don't train their talents on key topics see their competitiveness drop.

  • Every quarter without training is a gap widening with competitors who invest.

  • The cost of inaction quickly exceeds that of well-targeted training.

Allan Busi
Allan Busi

Learni Trainer · Expert

73%productivity gap
×3cost of inaction

Program

Module 1Layer 2 Fundamentals: Ethernet and MAC Addressing (Cisco Switches, Wireshark)

Discovery of OSI Layer 2 model principles, setup of a simulation environment with Cisco Packet Tracer, analysis of Ethernet frames using Wireshark on real enterprise cases, hands-on exercises on MAC addressing and switching tables, creation of your first functional local network with documented deliverables, personalized trainer feedback to consolidate essential skills.

Module 2Layer 2 Switching: VLAN and Trunking (Switch Configuration, Segmentation)

Advanced Cisco switch configuration to segment networks using VLANs, implementation of 802.1Q trunks on multiple ports, hands-on exercises on inter-VLAN traffic management with basic routing, simulation of enterprise scenarios such as department separation, connectivity testing and performance optimization, production of a documented and group-validated VLAN cabling plan.

Module 3Layer 2 Protocols: STP and Troubleshooting (Loop Prevention, Diagnosis)

Implementation of Spanning Tree Protocol to prevent network loops, RSTP configuration on real or simulated switches, diagnosis of common incidents using show and debug commands, hands-on workshops on VLAN and STP failures via Wireshark, resolution of real enterprise cases such as local outages, completion of the capstone project with troubleshooting report, evaluation, and advice for production deployment.

Evaluation method

  • Multiple-choice quiz to validate learning outcomes at the end of the training
  • Continuous assessment through practical Layer 2 exercises
  • Presentation of the capstone project to the trainer

Learning method

  • Instructor-led sessions by an active Cisco expert trainer
  • Hands-on exercises on switches and Cisco Packet Tracer tools
  • Progressive capstone project on a simulated enterprise network
  • Comprehensive course materials provided to each participant

Methods, materials and delivery

The Training Layer 2 - Mastering the Basics of Ethernet Networks program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, e-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training Layer 2 - Mastering the Basics of Ethernet Networks program, the following equipment is required:

  • Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
  • Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
  • Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
  • Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training Layer 2 - Mastering the Basics of Ethernet Networks program is performed through:

  • During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
  • End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
  • After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are eligible for corporate training budgets and employer-funded plans.

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Eva CarpentierFormation LLM en Entreprise — Claude, ChatGPT, Mistral
★★★★★

« la formation dev etait intense mais grave bien. merci Anthony Khelil »

NolanDWWM - Développeur Web et Web Mobile
★★★★★

« 😊👍 »

AmbreDWWM - Développement Web & Mobile React
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« bien 👍 »

Léo BlanchardFormation AWS — DevOps Engineer Professional
★★★★★

« Allan Busi t'es au top, continue comme ça. formation géniale »

MargotFormation Claude & ChatGPT — Comparatif et Cas d'Usage
★★★★★

« cool, j'ai appris des trucs »

TomFormation AWS — Cloud Practitioner
★★★★★

« j'etais perdu au debut mais Ramy Saharaoui m'a pas laché, il a pris le temps. merci vraiment »

Eva CarpentierFormation LLM en Entreprise — Claude, ChatGPT, Mistral
★★★★★

« la formation dev etait intense mais grave bien. merci Anthony Khelil »

NolanDWWM - Développeur Web et Web Mobile
★★★★★

« 😊👍 »

AmbreDWWM - Développement Web & Mobile React
★★★★★

« bien 👍 »

Léo BlanchardFormation AWS — DevOps Engineer Professional
★★★★★

« Allan Busi t'es au top, continue comme ça. formation géniale »

MargotFormation Claude & ChatGPT — Comparatif et Cas d'Usage
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Training quality, guaranteed at every step

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

  • Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
  • Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.
Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

  • Live briefing on goals and team context.
  • Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

  • Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
  • Program co-written then validated by your team.
Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

  • NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
  • Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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