How to become a Computer Networking Professional

A bachelor's degree in computer network professional offers programs that provide an overview of standard industry networking tools and procedures for resolving problems within computer networks. Course-work includes an operating system, programming essentials, network administration and information security.

Network administrators typically focus on installing, maintaining, and monitoring the performance of networks, and also manage IT support authorities, as well as support engineers in the network design development.

Network engineers who have a graduate degree have employment favors in a wider range. A graduate program usually consists of 2 years duration and focus on combined instruction in business topics with instruction in IT concepts. Coursework includes classes in wireless networking, telecommunications design, and Internet protocols.

An associate degree highlights the procedures and skills that are used to install, operate and repair computer networks. Students get standard classroom instruction, as well as work directly with computer technology in representative settings. Students also learn about computer network issues such as set up, test and troubleshoot.

Bachelors degree focuses on networking topics such as creating and operating links between computers. The course-work include creation and service a wired network (connection-oriented) and virtual networks (connectionless). Students are subjected to a combination of classroom instruction and practical experience.

Master’s degree in computer engineering is designed either for those who want to pursue higher studies or those that want a career advancement. Depending on the student’s professional and educational goals, there are two programs at master’s degree level to choose from - Master of Science in Computer Engineering or a Master of Engineering in Computer Engineering.

While master’s of science is a research based program requiring students to complete independent research that culminates with a thesis project, master’s of engineering is a professionally focused program aiming to allow students opportunities of exploring professional interests both within and outside the field of computer engineering. Master’s degree typically requires 30 to 33 credit hours which is equivalent to two years of full time study to be completed successfully and allows students to concentrate their program in specialized areas like hardware and computer architecture, software,cyber security, computer communications and networks to name a few.