Network Technologies
Explain the function of common networking protocols
Identify commonly used TCP and UDP default ports
Identify the following address formats

• IPv6
  
• IPv4
  
• MAC addressing

Given a scenario, evaluate the proper use of the following addressing technologies and addressing schemes
Addressing Technologies

• Subnetting
  
• Classful vs. classless (e.g. CIDR, Supernetting)
  
• NAT
  
• PAT
  
• SNAT
  
• Public vs. private
  
• DHCP (static, dynamic APIPA)
  

Addressing schemes

• Unicast
  
• Multicast
  
• Broadcast

Identify common IPv4 and IPv6 routing protocols
Explain the purpose and properties of routing
Compare the characteristics of wireless communication standards

Network Media and Topologies
Categorize standard cable types and their properties
Identify common connector types
Identify common physical network topologies
Given a scenario, differentiate and implement appropriate wiring standards
Categorize WAN technology types and properties
Categorize LAN technology types and properties
Explain common logical network topologies and their characteristics
Install components of wiring distribution

Network Devices
Install, configure and differentiate between common network devices
Identify the functions of specialized network devices
Explain the advanced features of a switch
Implement a basic wireless network

Network Management
Explain the function of each layer of the OSI model
Identify types of configuration management documentation
Given a scenario, evaluate the network based on configuration management documentation
Conduct network monitoring to identify performance and connectivity issues using the following:

• Network monitoring utilities (e.g. packet sniffers, connectivity software, load testing, throughput testers)
  
• System logs, history logs, event logs
  

Explain different methods and rationales for network performance optimization
Given a scenario, implement the following network troubleshooting methodology
Given a scenario, troubleshoot common connectivity issues and select an appropriate solution

Network Tools
Given a scenario, select the appropriate command line interface tool and interpret the output to verify functionality
Explain the purpose of network scanners
Given a scenario, utilize the appropriate hardware tools

Network Security
Explain the function of hardware and software security devices
Explain common features of a firewall
Explain the methods of network access security
Explain methods of user authentication
Explain issues that affect device security
Identify common security threats and mitigation techniques