Cyber: Network Administration
Course Info
- Cyber: Network Administration I
- Cyber: Network Administration II
Course Description
Level I Course Description
Cyber Network Administration teaches the Cybersecurity Software Operations VDOE Curriculum which is designed to teach many aspects of computer support and network administration. Students learn networking concepts, from usage to components, and create peer-to-peer network systems and client server networks. Students learn how to install and configure network cards and connect them to networks; to install the operating systems; to create, set up, and manage accounts; to load software; and to establish, implement, and maintain network integrity security plans. This course may cover software-based network operating systems, such as Windows Server or Linux, to prepare students with a foundation in computer network administration.
Level II Course Description
Cyber Network Administration teaches the Cybersecurity Software Operations Advanced VDOE Curriculum designed to teach all aspects of the server environment, focusing on the management and support of network users and systems. The topics covered include understanding the responsibilities of computer professionals, training end users, evaluating new technology, developing system policies, troubleshooting workstations, managing network services and protocols, and effectively using email and business communications. Students learn communication protocols, troubleshooting techniques for systems and client-server networks, website management, and other advanced networking topics. Techniques that are used to install operating systems, set up and manage accounts, load software, and create and implement security plans are taught. This course may provide instruction about software-based network operating systems, such as Windows Server or Linux. Instruction will emphasize preparation for industry certification.
Career Pathway Examples for Cyber: Network Administration Students
The study of Network Administration with additional post-secondary study may lead to these careers:
- Network and Computer Systems Administrators
- Telecommunications Engineering Specialists *Bright Outlook*
- Computer Network Support Specialists
- Computer Network Architects
- Computer Systems Engineers/Architects *Bright Outlook*
BLS Info - Check it Out!
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow 13 percent from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations. These occupations are projected to add about 667,600 new jobs. Demand for these workers will stem from greater emphasis on cloud computing, the collection and storage of big data, and information security. The median annual wage for computer and information technology occupations was $97,430 in May 2021, which was higher than the median annual wage for all occupations of $45,760.
Class Features
- Microsoft Windows 10
- Microsoft Windows 2016 Server
- Microsoft Windows 2019 Server
- Microsoft Windows Azure Cloud Environment
- Microsoft Windows Active Directory
- Microsoft Windows Network Infrastructure
Professional Certification Opportunities
- CompTIA Network+ - Level 1
- CompTIA Linux+ Certification - Level 2
- TestOut Network Pro Certification - Level 1
- TestOut Linux Pro Certification - Level 2