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MikroTik Certification — Switching · MTCSWE

MikroTik Certified
Switching Engineer (MTCSWE)

Build a deep, practical understanding of Layer 2 switching with RouterOS and SwOS — from VLANs and Spanning Tree to link aggregation, Layer 2 security and hardware switch chip offloading.

VLAN & QinQ RSTP/MSTP Bonding & LACP Bridge Horizon 802.1X Port Security PoE Management SwOS Configuration Switch Chip Offloading Switching Certification
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MTCSWE · Layer 2 Switching Topology
MT Layer 2 Switching Fabric VLAN · RSTP · Bonding · SwOS ● Forwarding Active CRS Core Switch — Bridge VLAN Filtering RSTP Root Bridge · Bonded Uplinks VLAN 10 — Data VLAN 20 — Voice VLAN 30 — Mgmt Access Switch A Port Security · DHCP Snoop Access Switch B Port Isolation · QoS SwOS Switch PoE · Mirroring ⇠ Loop Protect & Storm Control Enabled ⇢
5
Curriculum Modules
25+
Switching Topics Covered
SwOS
Hands-on Switch Chip Configuration
Specialist
MikroTik Certification Level
Why MTCSWE

Master Layer 2 Switching, End to End

VLANs & Spanning Tree

Configure 802.1Q/QinQ VLANs, port/MAC/protocol based VLANs, and RSTP/MSTP for loop-free redundant topologies.

Aggregation & Performance

Implement bonding/LACP for link aggregation and apply Layer 2 QoS, traffic shaping and bandwidth limiting.

Layer 2 Security & SwOS

Deploy IGMP/DHCP snooping, port security, 802.1X, storm control, BPDU guard, and configure switches via SwOS.

What You Master

Core Layer 2 Switching Skills

Enterprise-Grade Layer 2 Switching
From MAC learning and switch chip offloading to VLANs, RSTP/MSTP, link aggregation, Layer 2 security and SwOS-managed switches.
Switch Chip Forwarding
L2 forwarding concepts, MAC learning, MTU/L2MTU, jumbo frames and switch chip overview.
VLAN & QinQ
802.1Q/802.1ad VLANs, router-on-a-stick, bridge VLAN filtering and QinQ implementation.
Spanning Tree
STP/RSTP bridge priority, port path cost, MSTP regions and CST/CIST, BPDU and STP security.
Aggregation & QoS
Bonding modes and compatibility, bridge horizon/port isolation, 802.1p QoS and traffic shaping.
Layer 2 Security & PoE
IGMP/DHCP snooping, loop protect, storm control, port security, 802.1X and PoE management.
5
Core Modules
A complete switching path from fundamentals to hands-on SwOS configuration and diagnostics.
Who Should Enroll

Built For Switching-Focused Engineers

Network/Datacenter Engineers

Engineers designing and operating switched LAN and datacenter access infrastructure.

MTCNA Holders Upskilling

MTCNA-certified professionals deepening their Layer 2 switching expertise.

MSP / Infrastructure Teams

Teams deploying VLAN-segmented, secure switched networks for clients.

Career Impact

What This Certification Unlocks

Validated Layer 2 Expertise

Proves your ability to design, configure and troubleshoot switched networks using RouterOS and SwOS.

VLAN & Spanning Tree Mastery

Demonstrates skills in VLAN segmentation, QinQ and loop-free RSTP/MSTP topologies.

Layer 2 Security Knowledge

Validates ability to secure access-layer networks against L2 attacks and misconfigurations.

Progression Beyond MTCNA

MTCSWE rounds out your skillset alongside routing, wireless and security tracks.

Industry Recognition

Recognised by MikroTik partners, resellers and enterprise customers across the region.

Technologies & Protocols Covered
802.1Q VLAN
QinQ
RSTP / MSTP
Bonding / LACP
Bridge Horizon
Port Isolation
IGMP Snooping
DHCP Snooping
Storm Control
802.1X
PoE
SwOS
802.1Q VLAN
QinQ
RSTP / MSTP
Bonding / LACP
Bridge Horizon
Port Isolation
IGMP Snooping
DHCP Snooping
Storm Control
802.1X
PoE
SwOS
Curriculum

5-Module Layer 2 Switching Roadmap

A progressive journey from L2 forwarding fundamentals through VLANs, Spanning Tree, link aggregation, Layer 2 security, finishing with hands-on tools and SwOS labs.

01
  • L2 Forwarding Concepts — Unicast, Multicast & Broadcast
  • MAC Address Learning & Interface Settings
  • RouterOS Bridge Overview
  • Switch Chip Overview — Basic vs CRS
  • SwOS Brief Overview
  • MTU, L2MTU & Jumbo Frames
  • Identifying & Resolving MTU Issues
02
  • 802.1Q / 802.1ad VLAN Overview
  • RouterOS VLAN Interfaces — Port Based & Inter-VLAN Routing
  • VLANs on Basic Switch Chips
  • VLANs in Bridge — Port, MAC & Protocol Based
  • QinQ Implementation — Bridge VLAN Filtering & VLAN Interfaces
  • STP Concepts — Priority, Path Cost, STP vs RSTP
  • MSTP — Regions, CST & CIST
  • BPDU & STP Security
03
  • RouterOS Bonding Modes & Compatibility
  • Bridge Horizon & Switch Port Isolation
  • Layer 2 QoS — 802.1p Bridge & CRS Priority
  • Traffic Shaping — Bandwidth Limiting in Bridge & Switch Chip
04
  • IGMP Snooping & DHCP Snooping
  • Loop Protect & Traffic Storm Control
  • L2 Firewall — Bridge Filter & Switch ACL
  • BPDU Guard, ARP Modes & Port Security
  • 802.1X & General Switch Security
  • PoE Modes, Compatibility & Priority Settings
  • L2 Diagnostic Tools & Port Mirroring
  • SwOS Introduction & Dual-Boot Compatibility
  • SwOS Install & Management
  • SwOS L2 Feature Configuration — VLANs, (R)STP, Port Trunking, QoS & L2 Security — Hands-on Labs
Course Snapshot
Certification LevelSpecialist (MTCSWE)
Total Modules5
Focus AreaLayer 2 Switching & SwOS
PrerequisiteMTCNA Certificate
FormatInstructor-led + Hands-on
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Career Pathway

Next Step Certifications

MTCSWE builds on MTCNA and validates Layer 2 switching expertise. After MTCSWE, progress to routing, wireless, security and user-management tracks to round out your skillset.

  • MikroTik Certified Routing Engineer (MTCRE)
  • MikroTik Certified Security Engineer (MTCSE)
  • MikroTik Certified Wireless Engineer (MTCWE)
  • Datacenter / Network Operations Roles
Job Roles

Where This Takes You

Switching / LAN Engineer
Design, deploy and maintain VLAN-segmented, loop-free switched networks.
78%
Datacenter Network Engineer
Configure and manage CRS switches, link aggregation and access-layer security.
76%
Layer 2 Security Specialist
Implement port security, storm control, snooping and 802.1X across the access layer.
74%
SwOS / Hardware Switch Administrator
Configure and troubleshoot SwOS-managed switches and PoE deployments.
73%
Network Support Engineer
Diagnose and resolve Layer 2 issues using RouterOS and SwOS diagnostic tools.
75%
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