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Network + Exam

Vendor Name: Computing Technology Industry Association, Inc.
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Date Published: 1-Jan-2005
Date Retired:
Program Description: The Network+ certification covering the 2005 objectives, certifies that the successful candidates knows the layers of
the OSI model, can describe the features and functions of network components and has the skills needed to install,
configure, and troubleshoot basic networking hardware peripherals and protocols. A typical candidate should have
CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent knowledge, though A+ certification is not required.

Program Outcomes
1. Media and Topologies
2. Protocols and Standards
3. Network Implementation
4. Network Support

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Matched Units (with elements listed)

ICAA5144B: Determine best-fit topology for a local network

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Unit Elements (and matched outcomes)

1. Determine user needs
2. Develop local area network specification2

ICAI3101B: Install and manage network protocols

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Unit Elements (and matched outcomes)

1. Install and manage network protocols3
2. Identify network protocol applications2

ICAI4029C: Install network hardware to a network

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Unit Elements (and matched outcomes)

1. Determine hardware requirements1
2. Obtain hardware
3. Install network hardware
4. Provide support for installed products4
5. Determine and provide instruction and support

ICAI5098C: Install and manage complex networks

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Unit Elements (and matched outcomes)

1. Implement multiple servers
2. Install and configure devices to extend network reach
3. Manage different levels of security
4. Connect to a host computer3
5. Integrate and manage network resources with network utilities4

ICAI5196B: Implement secure encryption technologies

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Unit Elements (and matched outcomes)

1. Determine encryption methods2
2. Implement encryption
3. Monitor encryption

ICAI5197B: Install and maintain valid authentication processes

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Unit Elements (and matched outcomes)

1. Determine authentication requirements2
2. Configure authentication software/tools
3. Apply authentication methods
4. Monitor authentication system

ICAS3032B: Provide network systems administration

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Unit Elements (and matched outcomes)

1. Provide client access and security3
2. Input into and disseminate disaster recovery plan3
3. Monitor network performance4

ICAS3034B: Determine and action network problem

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Unit Elements (and matched outcomes)

1. Determine client requirements and ascertain if problem exists4
2. Determine whether problem is covered by policy
3. Carry out maintenance support on identified problem4
4. Prepare maintenance report and verify solution

ICAS3120C: Configure and administer a network operating system

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Unit Elements (and matched outcomes)

1. Review network policies
2. Create an interface with existing system2
3. Set up and manage the network file system
4. Manage user services
5. Monitor user accounts
6. Provide and support backup security

ICAS5122C: Identify and resolve network problems

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Unit Elements (and matched outcomes)

1. Implement regular network monitoring4
2. Troubleshoot network problems4

ICAT4221B: Locate equipment, system and software faults

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Unit Elements (and matched outcomes)

1. Choose the most appropriate fault finding method4
2. Analyse the problem to be solved4
3. Define the causes of the problem and create a plan of action4
4. Review problem and system status4

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