Marine Corps COOL Snapshot - CompTIA Network+ ce

CompTIA Network+ ce

Renewal Period: 3 years

Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA), Network+ ce is an intermediate skill level certification for IT technicians who can describe the features and functions of networking components and manage, maintain, troubleshoot, install, operate and configure basic network infrastructure. In addition, certification holders have a basic understanding of enterprise technologies, including cloud and virtualization technologies. Network+ ce is appropriate for computer network technicians, engineers, analysts and administrators. Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA Network+ ce candidates have at least nine months of experience in network support or administration or academic training, along with a CompTIA A+ ce certification.

More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.

CompTIA Network+ ce

The following Marine Corps Enlisted MOSs provide training and/or experience that contributes to attaining this credential:

Enlisted Occupation	Occupation Type	Related As	COOL$
0621 Transmissions System Operators	MOS	Other
0627 Satellite Transmissions System Operator	MOS	Other
0629 Transmissions Chief	MOS	Other
0631 Network Administrator	MOS	Most	COOL Bucks
0639 Network Chief	MOS	Most	COOL Bucks
0671 Data Systems Administrator	MOS	Most	COOL Bucks
0679 Data Systems Chief	MOS	Most	COOL Bucks
0681 Information Security Technician	MOS	Some	COOL Bucks
1711 Offensive Cyberspace Operator	MOS	Most	COOL Bucks
1721 Defensive Cyberspace Operator	MOS	Most	COOL Bucks
1799 Cyberspace Chief	MOS	Most	COOL Bucks
2611 Cryptologic Cyberspace Analyst	MOS	Most	COOL Bucks
2621 Communications Intelligence / Electronic Warfare Operator	MOS	Some	COOL Bucks
2629 Signals Intelligence/ Electronic Warfare/Cyberspace Operations Technician	MOS	Most	COOL Bucks
2631 Signals Intelligence/Electronic Warfare Analyst	MOS	Other
2651 Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance (ISR) Systems Engineer	MOS	Most	COOL Bucks
5939 Aviation Communication Systems Technician	MOS	Some	COOL Bucks
5948 Aviation RADAR Technician	MOS	Some	COOL Bucks
5951 Aviation Meteorological Equipment Technician, OMA/IMA	MOS	Some	COOL Bucks
5952 Air Traffic Control Navigational Aids Technician	MOS	Some	COOL Bucks
5953 Air Traffic Control RADAR Technician	MOS	Some	COOL Bucks
5954 Air Traffic Control Communications Technician	MOS	Some	COOL Bucks
5959 Air Traffic Control Systems Maintenance Chief	MOS	Some	COOL Bucks
5974 Tactical Data Systems Technician	MOS	Most	COOL Bucks
5979 Tactical Air Operations/Air Defense Systems Technician	MOS	Some	COOL Bucks
6694 Aviation Logistics Information Management System (ALIMS) Specialist	MOS	Most	COOL Bucks
Cyber IT/CSWF Customer Service and Technical Support	Collateral Duty/Out of Billet MOS	Some	COOL Bucks
Cyber IT/CSWF Data Administration	Collateral Duty/Out of Billet MOS	Some	COOL Bucks
Cyber IT/CSWF Risk Management	Collateral Duty/Out of Billet MOS	Some	COOL Bucks
Cyber IT/CSWF Network Services	Collateral Duty/Out of Billet MOS	Some	COOL Bucks
Cyber IT/CSWF System Administration	Collateral Duty/Out of Billet MOS	Some	COOL Bucks
Cyber IT/CSWF Test and Evaluation	Collateral Duty/Out of Billet MOS	Some	COOL Bucks

The following civilian occupations are related to this credential:

	Civilian Job	Job Family	Bright Outlook	Registered Apprenticeship	Local Salary Info
	Computer Network Support Specialists	Computer and Mathematical			find local salary

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Attainability:

Eligibility Requirements (View Details)

Credential Prerequisite
Experience: 9 months recommended
Education
Training
Membership
Other
Fee

Note: This credential may have multiple options for a Service member to meet eligibility requirements. Requirements listed here are based on the minimum degree required.

Exam Requirements (View Details)

Exam
Written Exam
Oral Exam
Practical Exam
Performance Assessment

Exam Administration (View Details)

In-person exam
Remote proctored on-line exam
Third-party test vendor

RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY

Renewal Period: 3 years

Continuing Education
Exam
Continuing Education OR Exam
Fee
Other

AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION

Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)

3500 Lacey Road
Suite 100
Downers Grove, IL 60515

Phone: 866.835.8020

Fax: 630.678.8384
Contact Page

Written Exam N10-007

1.0 Networking Concepts (23%)
- 1.1 Explain the purposes and uses of ports and protocols.
- 1.2 Explain devices, applications, protocols and services at their appropriate OSI layers.
- 1.3 Explain the concepts and characteristics of routing and switching.
- 1.4 Given a scenario, configure the appropriate IP addressing components.
- 1.5 Compare and contrast the characteristics of network topologies, types and technologies.
- 1.6 Given a scenario, implement the appropriate wireless technologies and configurations.
- 1.7 Summarize cloud concepts and their purposes.
- 1.8 Explain the functions of network services.
2.0 Infrastructure (18%)
- 2.1 Given a scenario, deploy the appropriate cabling solution.
- 2.2 Given a scenario, determine the appropriate placement of networking devices on a network and install/configure them.
- 2.3 Explain the purposes and use cases for advanced networking devices.
- 2.4 Explain the purposes of virtualization and network storage technologies.
- 2.5 Compare and contrast WAN technologies.
3.0 Network Operations (17%)
- 3.1 Given a scenario, use appropriate documentation and diagrams to manage the network.
- 3.2 Compare and contrast business continuity and disaster recovery concepts.
- 3.3 Explain common scanning, monitoring and patching processes and summarize their expected outputs.
- 3.4 Given a scenario, use remote access methods.
- 3.5 Identify policies and best practices.
4.0 Network Security (20%)
- 4.1 Summarize the purposes of physical security devices.
- 4.2 Explain authentication and access controls.
- 4.3 Given a scenario, secure a basic wireless network.
- 4.4 Summarize common networking attacks.
- 4.5 Given a scenario, implement network device hardening.
- 4.6 Explain common mitigation techniques and their purposes.
5.0 Network Troubleshooting and Tools (22%)
- 5.1 Explain the network troubleshooting methodology.
- 5.2 Given a scenario, use the appropriate tool.
- 5.3 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common wired connectivity and performance issues.
- 5.4 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common wireless connectivity and performance issues.
- 5.5 Given a scenario, troubleshoot common network service issues.

Exam Preparation Resources

There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the CompTIA Network+ ce examination:

Best Sources

Related Training
- CompTIA IT Training & Classes
- Federal Virtual Training Environment (FedVTE) Free Online Cybersecurity Courses

An additional resource is O'Reilly Learning Safari Books Online, a searchable digital library that provides online access to thousands of books, training videos and conference sessions. See the Educational Resources section on the Related Sites page here on COOL to learn how to get free access.

Testing Information

Exam Administration
Credential exams may be administered in-person at a testing site, proctored on-line remotely, or have options for both. If an exam is administered through a test vendor, the third-party test vendor box will be checked. The following test administration options apply to the CompTIA Network+ ce credential where checked:
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor

For more information on the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) testing process, visit the agency website.

Third-Party Test Vendor Information
Testing for this credential is handled by Pearson VUE. The test centers are located in the U.S. They also have some test centers on military bases.

To find out more, use the following links on the Pearson VUE website:

RECERTIFICATION

CompTIA Network+ ce

Renewal Period: 3 years

The CompTIA Network+ ce credential has the following recertification information:

Beginning January 1, 2011, CompTIA A+ ce, CompTIA Network+ ce and CompTIA Security+ ce certifications are valid for three years from the date the candidate becomes certified. After January 2011, certified individuals will need to enroll in the CompTIA Continuing Education program and will have three years from the date certified to successfully complete the required CE units, earn a higher level CompTIA Certification, or pass the CompTIA Recertification Exam.

Individuals certified on or before December 31, 2010 in CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+ and CompTIA Security+ will retain their "certified for life" status. More information on the renewal requirements can be found on the CompTIA website.

Note: Marine Corps COOL will only pay recertification fees for the current billing cycle. Voucher requests for recertification fees must be submitted with proof of the current status of the certification (for example, a screen shot of your credentialing agency dashboard or a copy of a current fee receipt).

Additional considerations for the CompTIA Network+ ce include:

It is recommended for CompTIA Network+ ce candidates to have the following:
- CompTIA A+ ce certification or equivalent knowledge, though CompTIA A+ ce certification is not required.
- At least nine to twelve months of work experience in IT networking.