Networking Concepts
Network Infrastructure
Network Operations
Network Security
Network Troubleshooting and Tools

Lesson 1: Explaining the OSI and TCP/IP Models
Topic A: Explain OSI Model Layers
Topic B: Explain the TCP/IP Suite

Lesson 2: Explaining Properties of Network Traffic
Topic A: Explain Media Types and Access Methods
Topic B: Deploy Ethernet Standards
Topic C: Configure and Monitor Network Interfaces

Lesson 3: Installing and Configuring Switched Networks
Topic A: Install and Configure Hubs and Bridges
Topic B: Install and Configure Switches
Topic C: Compare and Contrast Network Topologies
Topic D: Compare and Contrast Network Types

Lesson 4: Configuring IP Networks
Topic A: Configure IPv4 Addressing Components
Topic B: Test IP Interfaces with Command Line Tools
Topic C: Configure IPv4 Subnets
Topic D: Configure Private and Public IPv4 Addressing Schemes
Topic E: Configure IPv6 Addressing Components
Topic F: Configure DHCP Services

Lesson 5: Installing and Configuring Routed Networks
Topic A: Explain Characteristics of Routing
Topic B: Install and Configure Routers

Lesson 6: Configuring and Monitoring Ports and Protocols
Topic A: Explain the Uses of Ports and Protocols
Topic B: Use Port Scanners and Protocol Analyzers
Topic C: Explain the Use of Name Resolution Services
Topic D: Configure DNS and IPAM Services

Lesson 7: Explaining Network Application and Storage Services
Topic A: Explain the Uses of Network Applications
Topic B: Explain the Uses of Voice Services and Advanced Networking Devices
Topic C: Explain the Uses of Virtualization and Network Storage Services
Topic D: Summarize the Concepts of Cloud Services

Lesson 8: Monitoring and Troubleshooting Networks
Topic A: Monitor Network Interfaces and Logs
Topic B: Explain Network Troubleshooting Methodology
Topic C: Troubleshoot Common Network Services Issues

Lesson 9: Explaining Networking Attacks and Mitigations
Topic A: Summarize Common Networking Attacks
Topic B: Explain the Characteristics of VLANs
Topic C: Explain the Characteristics of NAT and Port Forwarding

Lesson 10: Installing and Configuring Security Devices
Topic A: Install and Configure Firewalls and Proxies
Topic B: Explain the Uses of IDS/IPS and UTM

Lesson 11: Explaining Authentication and Access Controls
Topic A: Explain Authentication Controls and Attacks
Topic B: Explain the Uses of Authentication Protocols and Directory Services
Topic C: Explain the Uses of Port Security and NAC
Topic D: Implement Network Device Hardening
Topic E: Explain Patch Management and Vulnerability Scanning Processes

Lesson 12: Deploying and Troubleshooting Cabling Solutions
Topic A: Deploy Structured Cabling Systems
Topic B: Deploy Twisted Pair Cabling Solutions
Topic C: Test and Troubleshoot Twisted Pair Cabling Solutions
Topic D: Deploy Fiber Optic Cabling Solutions

Lesson 13: Implementing and Troubleshooting Wireless Technologies
Topic A: Install and Configure Wireless Technologies
Topic B: Troubleshoot Wireless Performance Issues
Topic C: Secure and Troubleshoot Wireless Connectivity

Lesson 14: Comparing and Contrasting WAN Technologies
Topic A: Compare and Contrast WAN Core Service Types
Topic B: Compare and Contrast WAN Subscriber Service Types
Topic C: Compare and Contrast WAN Framing Service Types
Topic D: Compare and Contrast Wireless and IoT WAN Technologies

Lesson 15: Using Remote Access Methods
Topic A: Use Remote Access VPNs
Topic B: Use Remote Access Management Methods

Lesson 16: Identifying Site Policies and Best Practices
Topic A: Manage Networks with Documentation and Diagrams
Topic B: Summarize the Purposes of Physical Security Devices
Topic C: Compare and Contrast Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Concepts
Topic D: Identify Policies and Best Practices