The Cyber Infrastructure Associate course* introduces students to the fundamentals of networking, systems, cloud, and security infrastructure in modern IT environments. Students learn how infrastructure components connect, communicate, and operate across enterprise, cloud, data center, and AI-enabled environments. Key topics include network architecture, IP addressing, protocols, infrastructure devices, cybersecurity fundamentals, cloud technologies, virtualization, data center operations, and AI infrastructure concepts.
Through hands-on activities, labs, and simulations, students develop practical skills in configuring and troubleshooting networks, supporting systems and services, and applying security best practices. The course prepares learners for entry-level roles in networking, IT support, infrastructure operations, cloud support, data center operations, and cybersecurity.
*The courseware is not required to sit for the certification exam.
Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 10 Lessons
- 150 Hours
- Lessons10
- 1.1Lesson 1: Networking Fundamentals
- 1.2Lesson 2: Network Infrastructure and Configuration
- 1.3Lesson 3: Internet Protocols, Communication, and Security
- 1.4Lesson 4: Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- 1.5Lesson 5: Server Administration and Security
- 1.6Lesson 6: Data Center Infrastructure
- 1.7Lesson 7: Cloud and Virtual Networking
- 1.8Lesson 8: AI Infrastructure and Networking
- 1.9Lesson 9: Cyber Risk and Resilience
- 1.10Lesson 10: Careers and Employability in IT
Features
- Exam: CIW-CyNA-100
- Number of Questions: 50
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Time Limit: 60 minutes
- Valid for: Three Years