Network Technician

The Network Technician Certificate at Digital Workshop Center is a 42-hour, live, online, instructor-led program designed for career changers and entry-level IT professionals. This hands-on bootcamp prepares you for the CompTIA Network+ exam by focusing on real-world applications of networking installation, troubleshooting, and security.

What sets DWC apart is our live instruction, interactive labs, and personalized feedback throughout the course. You’ll gain practical experience using industry tools like GNS3, Wireshark, pfSense, and VirtualBox. Our virtual lab infrastructure simulates real-world network environments, ensuring you're ready for on-the-job scenarios.

We emphasize employer-aligned skills such as documentation and team workflows, preparing you for success in a professional network technician role. Upon completion, you'll have a strong foundation in networking and be fully prepared to take the CompTIA Network+ exam, gaining a valuable, industry-recognized credential.

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• 42 hours of classroom training | Additional assignments outside of class
• Training, labs, and practice tests from CompTIA | Non-refundable
• Network + exam voucher | Non-refundable
• Download materials with practice data files
• Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of the Network Technician Certificate, students will learn:

• Explain networking concepts, protocols, and the OSI/TCP-IP models with industry-accurate terminology.
• Design and configure wired and wireless LANs using appropriate hardware, cabling, and topologies.
• Implement IPv4/IPv6 addressing schemes, including subnetting, DHCP configuration, and NAT.
• Set up and manage VLANs, routing protocols, and inter-VLAN communication in switched networks.
• Configure essential network services such as DNS, DHCP, and VPN for secure connectivity.
• Apply basic network security best practices, including device hardening and secure protocol use.
• Monitor network health using tools like SNMP, syslog, and packet analyzers.
• Troubleshoot connectivity and performance issues using command-line tools and a structured methodology.
• Prepare for and successfully pass the CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) certification exam.
• Demonstrate job-ready professionalism, documentation practices, and effective communication in IT support environments.

Basic Digital Literacy: Comfortable using computers, navigating operating systems (Windows, macOS, or Linux), and performing basic tasks like file management and software installation. Introductory Networking Knowledge: Familiarity with basic networking concepts like IP addresses, routers, switches, and general network functions. Basic Hardware Understanding: Basic knowledge of computer components and networking hardware such as routers and modems. Introductory Operating System Skills: Basic experience with operating systems, including network settings and basic troubleshooting. A CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) or CompTIA A+ certification can be helpful but is not required.