Configuring routers and switches to build multiprotocol inter-networks such as RIP, EIGRP, OSP and BGP. VLAN and VLAN trunking are also included. In addition, Point to point protocols, encapsulation and VPN will be part of the hands-on labs. Security topics that include the implementation of firewalls and mitigating threats via various authentication technics will be part of the lab work. Prerequisites: NT-150 or professor approval. (2-2-3)