Standards in this Framework
| Standard | Description |
|---|---|
| 16.02 | Describe the types of communications and networking systems used in workplace environments. |
| 16.04 | Troubleshoot problems with computer hardware peripherals. |
| 16.05 | Describe ethical, privacy, and security issues and problems associated with computers and information systems. |
| 16.07 | Configure computer systems to protect against various low-level attacks. |
| 17.01 | Identify the most common computer operating systems. |
| 17.02 | Describe and use industry accepted file naming conventions; particularly in NTFS, ext4, FAT, and ReFS file systems. |
| 17.03 | Demonstrate proficiency with file management tasks (e.g., folder creation, file creation, backup, copy, delete, open, save). |
| 17.04 | Demonstrate a working knowledge of standard file formats. |
| 17.06 | Differentiate between different operating systems and applications. |
| 17.07 | Compare and contrast open source and proprietary software. |
| 17.08 | Explain how system utilities are used to maintain computer performance. |
| 17.09 | Evaluate criteria for selecting an operating system. |
| 18.01 | Explain how information technology impacts the operation and management of business and society. |
| 18.02 | Identify and describe the various ways of segmenting the IT industry (e.g., hardware vs. software, server vs. client, business vs. entertainment, stable vs. mobile). |
| 18.03 | Describe how digital technologies (social media) are changing both work and personal lifestyles. |
| 19.02 | Explain the need for, and use of, peripherals and how they can compromise security. |
| 19.03 | Demonstrate proficiency installing and using plug-and-play peripherals and explain their associated security risks. |
| 19.04 | Identify the basic concepts of computer maintenance and upgrades and their relevance as it relates to security. |
| 21.01 | Compare and contrast emerging technologies and describe how they impact the security of business in the global marketplace (e.g., wireless, wireless web, cell phones, portables/handhelds, vehicles, home networks, peer-to-peer, IoT, embedded systems, AI). |
| 21.02 | Adhere to published best practices for protecting personal identifiable information when using the Internet. |
| 21.03 | Identify trends related to the secure use of information technology in people’s personal and professional lives. |
| 22.05 | Discuss the structure and purpose of data packets and frames. |
| 22.06 | Describe the two types of addressing covered by the OSI model. |
| 24.01 | Identify the internal components of a computer (e.g., power supply, hard drive, mother board, I/O cards/ports, cabling). |
| 24.02 | Use common computer and programming terminology. |
| 25.01 | Identify and describe web terminology. |
| 25.04 | Demonstrate proficiency using search engines, including Boolean search strategies. |
| 25.06 | Compare and contrast the roles of web servers and web browsers. |
| 26.01 | Describe cyber-bullying and its impact on perpetrators and victims. |
| 26.02 | Differentiate between viruses and malware, specifically their sources, ploys, and impact on personal privacy and computer operation, and ways to avoid infection. |
| 26.03 | Describe risks associated with sexting, related legal issues, social engineering aspects, prevention methods, and reporting of offenses. |
| 26.05 | Describe the intellectual property rights, ethics and legalities of downloading music or videos from the Internet. |
| 26.06 | Describe various risks associated with social networking sites and ways to reduce these risks. |
| 28.11 | Recognize a fraudulent email and deal with it appropriately. |
