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Standards Framework

for CompTIA Tech+

31

Standards in this Framework

Standard Description
1.1 Explain the basics of computing.
1.2 Identify notational systems.
1.3 Compare and contrast common units of measure.
1.4 Explain the troubleshooting methodology.
2.1 Explain common computing devices and their purposes.
2.2 Explain the purpose of common internal computing components.
2.3 Compare and contrast storage types.
2.4 Given a scenario, install and configure common peripheral devices.
2.5 Compare and contrast common types of input/output device interfaces.
2.6 Compare and contrast virtualization and cloud technologies.
2.7 Compare and contrast common internet service types.
2.8 Identify basic networking concepts.
2.9 Explain the basic capabilities of a small wireless network.
3.1 Identify components of an OS.
3.2 Explain the purpose of operating systems.
3.3 Explain the purpose and proper use of software.
3.4 Given a scenario, configure and use web browser features.
3.5 Identify common uses of artificial intelligence (AI).
4.1 Compare and contrast programming language categories.
4.2 Identify fundamental data types and their characteristics.
4.3 Explain the purpose and use of programming concepts.
4.4 Identify programming organizational techniques and logic concepts.
5.1 Explain the value of data and information.
5.2 Explain database concepts and the purpose of a database.
5.3 Compare and contrast various database structures.
5.4 Explain basic data backup concepts.
6.1 Explain fundamental security concepts and frameworks.
6.2 Explain methods to secure devices and security best practices.
6.3 Explain password best practices.
6.4 Identify common use cases for encryption.
6.5 Given a scenario, configure security settings for a small wireless network.