If you’re ready to start a career in IT, computer networking classes are a good first step. At CyberTex, the Network Engineer Program prepares you for entry-level network engineer jobs in less than a year. So, what are the best computer networking classes?

What are the Best Computer Networking Classes?

Looking for the best computer networking classes? CyberTex has you covered. Our classes teach you the basics like hardware setup, system configuration, and network troubleshooting. Our classes help you build a strong foundation to build upon throughout your career. The program also includes in-depth training on Microsoft, Cisco, and CompTIA standards. Classes cover topics such as:

Network Infrastructure – Learn how to design and support networks used in offices, schools, and data centers.

Routing and Switching – Gain experience with Cisco equipment to move data efficiently across networks.

Network Security – Understand how to protect systems from threats like malware, phishing, and hacking attempts.

Windows Server and Linux Administration – Learn how to manage both systems used across business networks.

CyberTex classes are built around industry certifications. By the end of the program, you are ready to take exams, including:

  • CompTIA A+
  • CompTIA Network+
  • CompTIA Security+
  • Microsoft and Cisco certifications

What Do You Learn During Computer Networking Classes?

Computer networking classes offer IT knowledge and skills that include:

Class #1: Computer Essentials

This computer networking class teaches you how to install, configure, repair, and maintain computer hardware, mobile devices, and software. It focuses on diagnosing and resolving common networking issues.

Class #2: Computer Repair & Troubleshooting

Study protocols for troubleshooting and providing customer support in the computer repair class. It includes basic scripting, cloud technologies, virtualization, and multi-OS deployments.

Class #3: Computer Security Essentials

This class prepares you for the CompTIA Security+ exam. During it, you learn how to install and configure systems to secure applications, networks, and devices. It covers topics like threat analysis, risk mitigation, and relevant policies, protocols, and procedures to keep networks safe.

Class #4: Operating System Fundamentals

This class is a review of Microsoft Windows within a domain infrastructure. You will learn how to protect and maintain Windows devices and their stored data.

Class #5: Operating System Advanced

This operating systems class helps you study the installation process of Windows Server OS and its basic roles and features.

Class #6: Server Operating System Advanced

This class prepares you for the CompTIA Server+ exam. During it, you learn about the installation, configuration, and management of server hardware and operating systems.

Class #7: Cloud Operating System

During this IT class, you gain knowledge of cloud services, including cloud workloads, security, privacy, and pricing.

Class #8: Linux OS Essentials
This class prepares you for the Linux+ certification exam. It reviews the configuration, management, operation, and troubleshooting of Linux-based servers.

Class #9: Computer Networking
This computer networking class teaches you how to deploy wired and wireless devices, document networks, understand basic data centers, virtual network concepts, and network hardening techniques.

Class #10: Cybersecurity Module

This cybersecurity class teaches you how to analyze and interpret traffic/data, manage incident response, use forensic tools, and create security policies. It focuses on identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities.

These classes prepare you for various certifications, including CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Server+, Linux+, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, and Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals.

Why CyberTex for Computer Networking Classes?

There are many advantages to completing computer networking classes at CyberTex. These advantages include:

Hands-On Training

CyberTex offers hands-on training to supplement classroom theory. During training, you will spend hundreds of hours building and fixing actual systems in a lab. For example, you will practice setting up a wired office network, configuring switches and routers, and solving common connection problems under the strict supervision of industry-experienced instructors.

Certifications

Every class at CyberTex prepares you for a certification exam. These credentials help you qualify for jobs and prove your skills to employers.

Instructors with Industry Experience

Instructors at CyberTex offer one-on-one attention and answer any questions you may have to help guide you through the curriculum. For example, an instructor will walk you through how to identify and block phishing emails using tools companies use every day.

Career Services and Job Support

CyberTex helps you get hired after graduation. We offer resume building, interview preparation, and job matching for roles you are passionate about. Graduates often get placed into help desk or network tech roles through CyberTex’s employer partnerships in Austin and Killeen.

Flexible Class Schedules

CyberTex offers both day and evening classes, which help students who have other responsibilities. Personal matters shouldn’t get in the way of completing your education, and CyberTex offers flexible class schedules so you can keep a school/life balance.

Ready to become a network engineer? IT careers have become essential not just in Austin but globally, and there is no better time to pick up than now. In 2021, Austin was ranked #1 in Best Tech City for IT jobs by CompTIA, and the demand is only growing.

Ready to start a rewarding and challenging career in IT as a network engineer? The Network Engineer Program at CyberTex prepares you for advanced computer networking & security jobs. You will learn the skills and abilities to set up, install, configure, repair, and manage modern computer networks and their security. 

Contact us today to learn more about our Network Engineer program.