Computer Network & Cybersecurity Technician (CNCT)

Quick Program Facts

  • Continuing Education Certificate: 384 certificate hours
  • Cost: $3,000 (approximately)
  • Number of courses: 4
    • Day classes meet Monday–Thursday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
    • Night classes meet Monday–Thursday, 6–10 p.m.
  • Financial aid:
  • Certifications:
    • CompTIA A+
    • Network+
    • Security+
  • Campuses: 

Program Description

Computer Network & Cybersecurity Technician (CNCT) is an intensive preparatory program designed to prepare you to earn baseline IT credentials.

You will be ready to work in tech support and entry-level cybersecurity.

You will be able to:

  • Configure, troubleshoot, and support devices and their operating systems
  • Design and implement functional networks
  • Demonstrate basic security skills
  • Implement basic data backup and recovery processes
  • Configure wireless security settings

Industry-Recognized Certifications

After successfully completing our program, you will be prepared to test and earn CompTIA-sponsored certifications for: 

Careers

After earning your certification(s), you will be prepared to work in entry-level IT positions such as:

  • Helpdesk technician
  • User support technician
  • Network installation, maintenance, and support specialist
  • Information security analyst
  • Cybersecurity analyst

What is CompTIA?

CompTIA is a non-profit trade association that serves as the leading provider of vendor-neutral IT certifications in the world.

See FAQs: CompTIA Exams below for details.

Do I need computer experience?

No, you do not need to have computer knowledge or experience.

Our courses are specifically structured to start by establishing a strong foundation in the basics. After you master the basics, you build on those skill sets to reach the technician level.

Class Format

We teach our CNCT Program in a hybrid format—combining online and face-to-face activities.

This flexibility makes it easier to balance class work with your schedule.

Continue Your Studies

You can apply the credits you earn in this CNCT program toward one of our credit certificates or degrees.

FAQs: CompTIA Exams

What are the CompTIA Certification exams?

Certification exams are tests where you demonstrate that you mastered the skills associated with each of the certificates.

Pass the certification exam, and you are awarded the certificate.

Where do I take the CompTIA certification exams?

How long are the certification exams?

90 minutes & no more than 90 questions

Are the certification exams hands-on?

No.

You will take the exams on a computer at the TCC Professional Certification Testing Center or a Pearson VUE location.

Course List

Costs & Fees

Costs and fees vary. Costs are available in Hello!TCC's Continuing Education Course Descriptions.

Upcoming Courses

Browse our schedule of classes in MyTCCTrack's Instant Enrollment.

Register & Pay for Classes

Register and pay online for upcoming classes through MyTCCTrack's Instant Enrollment.

For help, follow instructions for how to register for continuing education classes.

Note: You will register for all 4 courses.

Contact

Northeast Campus

Julie Hester
Department Chair

Call 817-515-6660

Email julie.hester@tccd.edu

Northwest Campus

Samuel F. Moultrie III (Tripp), BFA, BSTM, CCENT, CCNA (R&S, Wireless, Sec), CCNP

Call 817-515-7293

Email samuel.moultrie@tccd.edu

Updated February 26, 2024