Cyber: Network Administration

Cyber: Network Administration, Level 1- Honors or DE

Grades: 10, 11, 12 | Credit: 1 | 0.5 weight for Honors, 1.0 weight for DE | Prerequisite: None; Cyber: Exploring IT or equivalent skill strongly recommended

Cyber: Network Administration is a comprehensive, hands-on computer course in which students are taught basic networking. Topics covered throughout the year include network concepts, installation, configuration, management, and troubleshooting. Students learn to set up both peer-to-peer network systems and client server networks. Students install and configure network cards and connect them to networks. Students learn how to install the operating systems, set up and manage accounts, load software applications, as well as, set up and implement security plans.

For Dual Enrollment - Students must meet the college admission criteria. For more information about dual enrollment courses, visit this site.

Professional Certification Opportunity: TestOut Network Pro; CompTIA Network+

Cyber: Network Administration, Level 2

Grades: 11, 12 | Credit: 1 | Prerequisite: Net Admin Level 1

Network Administration 2 is designed to teach beginning to intermediate level concepts of server operating systems, as well as domain network configurations. Students learn about the responsibilities of Network Administration professionals, training end users, evaluating new technology, developing systems policies, troubleshooting domain workstations, managing network services and protocols, and effectively using e-business communications. Students learn communication protocols, troubleshooting techniques for systems and client server networks, web site management, and other advanced networking topics.

Professional Certification Opportunity: Advanced CompTIA Exam

Course 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

Have questions about these courses? Please contact:

Augustine Arthur

Advanced Info Technology & Computer Science Teacher, HS

Career Connections

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 much faster than the average for all occupations from 2023 to 2033. About 356,700 openings are projected each year, on average, in these occupations due to employment growth and the need to replace workers who leave the occupations permanently. 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 this group was $104,420 in May 2023, which was higher than the median annual wage for all occupations of $48,060.

FBLA Student Organization

Future Business Leaders of America is the largest business Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) in the world. Each year, FBLA helps more than 230,000 members in middle school, high school, and college prepare for careers in business.

FBLA inspires and prepares students to become community-minded business leaders in a global society through relevant career preparation and leadership experiences.

FBLA Goals:

Develop competent, aggressive business leadership
Strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work
Create more interest in and understanding of American business enterprise
Encourage members in the development of individual projects that contribute to the improvement of home, business, and community
Develop character, prepare for useful citizenship, and foster patriotism
Encourage and practice efficient money management
Encourage scholarship and promote school loyalty
Assist students in the establishment of occupational goals
Facilitate the transition from school to work

For more information about FBLA visit the organization's website.