National Certificate In Computer Networking and Security Technology Technician (NVQ L4) - Full Time

National Certificate In Computer Networking and Security Technology Technician (NVQ L4) is a full-time, six-month vocational programme designed for students who want practical, job-ready skills in computer networking and security administration.

This qualification, identified as Course Code 031, is delivered as a full-time programme running Monday to Friday, 8.30 AM to 4.00 PM, giving students a structured, immersive learning schedule.

Entry Qualifications: Applicants should have basic computer knowledge along with a G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) qualification, making this course accessible to school leavers looking to build a career in IT networking.

The programme is taught through Sinhala medium with a mix of English as desired, helping students grasp technical concepts clearly while building familiarity with the English terminology used across the IT industry.

Students gain hands-on exposure to essential networking and server administration topics, preparing them for real-world roles as network technicians. The course content includes:

• Network Fundamentals
• Network Devices
• OSI Layers and TCP/IP Layers
• IP Addressing
• Subnetting
• MS Windows Networking Concepts (domain/workgroup)
• Active Directory Service (ADS)
• Security Policy Implementation with ADS
• Security Implementation with ADS
• Internet Information Server (web server/virtual server)
• Disk Management (Basic/Dynamic - spanned/striped/mirrored/RAID 5)
• DNS, DHCP, Routing and Remote Access
• User Profile Management (implementing mandatory and roaming profiles)
• Windows Server Maintenance
• Introduction to Routers and basic Cisco router configuration commands
• Wireless Networking Configuration

By covering both foundational networking theory and applied server administration tasks, the syllabus equips students with practical competencies valued across small and medium-sized IT environments.

Key Learning Outcomes

• Understand core networking principles, including the OSI model, TCP/IP layers, IP addressing and subnetting.
• Configure and manage MS Windows networking environments, including domains, workgroups and Active Directory Services.
• Implement security policies within Active Directory to protect organisational systems.
• Set up and maintain web and virtual servers using Internet Information Server.
• Manage disk storage configurations, including RAID setups, for reliable data handling.
• Configure DNS, DHCP, routing and remote access services for functional network environments.
• Perform routine Windows Server maintenance to ensure system stability and uptime.
• Apply basic Cisco router configuration commands and set up wireless networks.

This course is well suited for individuals aiming to start careers as network technicians, system administrators or IT support technicians, and it builds a strong technical foundation for further study or industry certification in networking.

Accreditation: This programme is offered by the Lalith Athulathmudali Vocational Training Centre, operating under the National Youth Services Council and the Ministry of Youth and Sports. The centre is accredited by the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC).

Course fees can be paid on an installment basis, making this qualification more accessible to students and their guardians seeking quality, affordable vocational education in computer networking.

With its blend of theory and hands-on practice, this NVQ Level 4 certificate offers a solid stepping stone for students who want to build a long-term career in the growing field of network administration and IT security.

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