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Sophia Learning's Introduction to Networking course is designed to provide students with the foundational concepts of modern computer networking.

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This is a pass/fail course. You must complete 15 Challenges (formative assessments), 6 Milestones (summative assessments), and 4 Touchstone Tasks and 1 Touchstone (project-based or written assessments) with an overall score of 70% or better.

Learning outcomes

<p>At the end of the course, you will be able to:</p> <ul><li>Explain core networking models and configure IPv4 and IPv6 addressing, subnetting, DHCP, and NAT to support connectivity and troubleshooting.</li><li>Configure and secure switches, VLANs, and cabling to maintain reliable wired network performance.</li><li>Design and secure wireless networks, monitor performance, and apply QoS to optimize communication.</li><li>Evaluate network threats and apply firewalls, ACLs, and security best practices for devices, users, and cloud systems.</li><li>Design and document a multi-network system that balances performance, availability, and security, and validate it through testing.</li></ul> <p></p>
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Computer science courses focus on programming and software concepts, while information technology, or IT, courses emphasize systems, networks, and technical support. 

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None of Sophia’s computer science or IT courses require prerequisites, and most are designed as entry-level or general education courses. However, basic digital literacy is a helpful skill to have before enrolling. Ultimately, anyone can enroll in any course at any time.

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Nearly all Sophia courses only require a computer and internet access, with browser-based tools used when needed. Sophia’s Introduction to Networking course does require a desktop computer because you will need to use a terminal.

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