1.0 Networking Concepts

• 1.1 Compare the layers of the OSI and TCP/IP models
• 1.2 Classify how applications, devices, and protocols relate to the OSI model layers.
• 1.3 Explain the purpose and properties of IP addressing.
• 1.4 Explain the purpose and properties of routing and switching.
• 1.5 Identify common TCP and UDP default ports.
• 1.6 Explain the function of common networking protocols.
• 1.7 Summarize DNS concepts and its components.
• 1.8 Given a scenario, implement the following network troubleshooting Methodology
• 1.9 Identify virtual network components.

2. Network Installation and Configuration

• 2.1 Given a scenario, install and configure routers and switches
• 2.2 Given a scenario, install and configure a wireless network
• 2.3 Explain the purpose and properties of DHCP
• 2.4 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common wireless problems
• 2.5 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common router and switch problems
• 2.6 Given a set of requirements, plan and implement a basic SOHO network

3. Network Media and Topologies

• 3.1 Categorize standard media types and associated properties
• 3.2 Categorize standard connector types based on network media
• 3.3 Compare and contrast different wireless standards
• 3.4 Categorize WAN technology types and properties
• 3.5 Describe different network topologies
• 3.6 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common physical connectivity problems
• 3.7 Compare and contrast different LAN technologies
• 3.8 Identify components of wiring distribution

4. Network Management

• 4.1 Explain the purpose and features of various network appliances
• 4.2 Given a scenario, use appropriate hardware tools to troubleshoot connectivity issues
• 4.3 Given a scenario, use appropriate software tools to troubleshoot connectivity issues
• 4.4 Given a scenario, use the appropriate network monitoring resource to analyze traffic
• 4.5 Describe the purpose of configuration management documentation
• 4.6 Explain different methods and rationales for network performance optimization

5. Network Security

• 5.1 Given a scenario, implement appropriate wireless security measures
• 5.2 Explain the methods of network access security
• 5.3 Explain methods of user authentication
• 5.4 Explain common threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques
• 5.5 Given a scenario, install and configure a basic firewall.
• 5.6 Categorize different types of network security appliances and methods