Navy COOL Snapshot - CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+)

CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+)

Renewal Period: Lifetime

The CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) certification is an entry level certification for those beginning a career in the field of information technology (IT) or those in a field where a general knowledge of IT is necessary. To earn the certification, candidates must pass one exam covering foundational IT concepts such as understanding the basics of computing, IT infrastructure, software development, and database use. There are no experience requirements that must be met prior to taking the exam.

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

CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+)

The following Navy Occupations provide training and/or experience that contributes to attaining this credential:

Personnel Category	Occupation	Occupation Type	Related As	Navy$	LaDR
Enlisted	CTI-Cryptologic Technician Interpretive	Rating	Other
Enlisted	CTM-Cryptologic Technician Maintenance	Rating	Most	Navy Bucks	E2 Pay Grade
Enlisted	CTN-Cryptologic Technician Networks	Rating	Some	Navy Bucks
Enlisted	CTT-Cryptologic Technician Technical	Rating	Other
Enlisted	ET-Electronics Technician	Rating	Some	Navy Bucks	E5 Pay Grade
Enlisted	ETV-Electronics Technician, Submarine, Navigation	Rating	Other
Enlisted	FCA-Fire Controlman (AEGIS)	Rating	Some	Navy Bucks	E4 Pay Grade
Enlisted	FT-Fire Control Technician	Rating	Some	Navy Bucks	E4 Pay Grade
Enlisted	IS-Intelligence Specialist	Rating	Other
Enlisted	IT-Information Systems Technician	Rating	Most	Navy Bucks	E2 Pay Grade
Enlisted	ITS-Information Systems Technician Submarines	Rating	Most	Navy Bucks
Enlisted	TSCE - Total Shipboard Computing Environment	Out of Rate Assignment	Most	Navy Bucks
Officer	181X - Cryptologic Warfare Officer	Designator	Some	Navy Bucks
Officer	182X - Information Professional	Designator	Most	Navy Bucks
Officer	183X - Intelligence Officer	Designator	Other
Officer	629X - Communications Specialty (Submarine) LDO	Designator	Other
Officer	681X - Cryptologic Warfare LDO	Designator	Some	Navy Bucks
Officer	682X - Information Professional LDO	Designator	Most	Navy Bucks
Officer	683X - Intelligence Officer LDO	Designator	Other
Officer	781X - Cryptologic Warfare Technician CWO	Designator	Some	Navy Bucks
Officer	782X - Information Systems Technician CWO	Designator	Most	Navy Bucks
Officer	783X - Intelligence Technician CWO	Designator	Other

The following civilian occupations are related to this credential:

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

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Attainability:

Eligibility Requirements (View Details)

Credential Prerequisite
Experience
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: Lifetime

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: 630.678.8300
Contact Page

Written Exam Exam FC0-U61

IT Concepts and Terminology (17%)
- Compare and contrast notational systems.
- Compare and contrast fundamental data types and their characteristics.
- Illustrate the basics of computing and processing.
- Explain the value of data and information.
- Compare and contrast common units of measure.
- Explain the troubleshooting methodology.
Infrastructure (22%)
- Classify common types of input/output device interfaces.
- Given a scenario, set up and install common peripheral devices to a laptop/PC.
- Explain the purpose of common internal computing components.
- Compare and contrast common Internet service types.
- Compare and contrast storage types.
- Compare and contrast common computing devices and their purposes.
- Explain basic networking concepts.
- Given a scenario, install, configure and secure a basic wireless network.
Applications and Software (18%)
- Explain the purpose of operating systems.
- Compare and contrast components of an operating system.
- Explain the purpose and proper use of software.
- Explain methods of application architecture and delivery models.
- Given a scenario, configure and use web browsers.
- Compare and contrast general application concepts and uses.
Software Development (12%)
- Compare and contrast programming language categories.
- Given a scenario, use programming organizational techniques and interpret logic.
- Explain the purpose and use of programming concepts.
Database Fundamentals (11%)
- Explain database concepts and the purpose of a database.
- Compare and contrast various database structures.
- Summarize methods used to interface with databases.
Security (20%)
- Summarize confidentiality, integrity and availability concerns.
- Explain methods to secure devices and best practices.
- Summarize behavioral security concepts.
- Compare and contrast authentication, authorization, accounting and non-repudiation concepts.
- Explain password best practices.
- Explain common uses of encryption.
- Explain business continuity concepts.

Exam Preparation Resources

There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) examination:

Best Sources

Related Training
- CompTIA IT Training & Classes

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 IT Fundamentals (ITF+) 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 the following vendor:

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 IT Fundamentals (ITF+)

Renewal Period: Lifetime

The CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) credential has the following recertification information:

The CompTIA IT Fundamentals certification is considered good for life and does not need to be renewed.

Additional considerations for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) include:

Applicants have the option to take the IT Fundamentals exam in person at a Pearson VUE testing center or remotely through ProctorU. Please see the agency's website for more information.