IT Specialist Networking

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to demonstrate foundational networking knowledge and skills, including TCP/IP, networking services, networking topologies, and troubleshooting in wired and wireless environments.

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IT Specialist Networking
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course curriculum

Chapter 1: Networking Foundations

  • • 1.1: Network Concepts and Communication
  • • 1.2: Cloud and Virtualization
  • • 1.3: Models and Architecture

Chapter 2: Building Network Infrastructure

  • • 2.1: Local and Wireless Networks
  • • 2.2: Wide Area Networks and Topologies
  • • 2.3: Physical Media and Connectivity

Chapter 3: Network Devices and Routing

  • • 3.1: Switches and LAN Segmentation
  • • 3.2: Routers and Traffic Control
  • • 3.3: Protocols and Ports

Chapter 4: Maintaining and Securing a Network

  • • 4.1: Network Services and Access
  • • 4.2: Virtualization and Segmentation Strategies
  • • 4.3: Network Planning and Professionalism

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting Networks

  • • 5.1: Hardware Tools and Diagnostics
  • • 5.2: Windows Software Tools
  • • 5.3: Linux Software Tools

what's included

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Chapter Overview Pages

Preparing for the Material and Certification Chapter Overview pages provide students with a clear understanding of the material they will engage in the upcoming chapter.

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Chapters

Structured by Chapters Our MSI courses are thoughtfully organized into chapters, mirroring the structure of a traditional digital textbook.

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Topic Pages

Comprehensive written material to address all required knowledge. Embedded Knowledge Checks help ensure students are actively tracking and understanding the material as they go.

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Knowledge Checks

Instant Feedback and Material Tracking Knowledge Checks are interactive questions seamlessly embedded directly within the Topic Pages.

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Pre- and Post-Assessments

Measuring Learning Gains Pre and Post Assessments are strategically placed at the beginning and end of every chapter.

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Vocabulary Flashcards

Tried-and-True Retention Vocabulary Flash Card Decks utilize a tried-and-true method to help students efficiently retain and learn both vocabulary and key terms.

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Key Terms

Industry-Specific Language Key Terms are provided to help students understand language that is highly specific to a particular industry, software application, or subject matter.

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Course Completion Badge & Certificate

Acknowledging Course Success. At the conclusion of every MS course, students who successfully complete the required coursework receive a Certificate of Completion.

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Scenario-Based Activities

Activities that demonstrate how learned information applies in real-world contexts.

learning platform features

Automatic Grading

Real-time grading for quizzes and assessments.

Chromebook Compatible

MSi courses can be accessed from any device with an Internet connection.

Comprehensive Gradebook

Tracks student progress and assessment performance.

Immersive Reader

Allows language switching, distraction-free reading, and multilingual support.

Multilingual Support

Learners can switch page content into another language when needed. This feature supports English as a Second Language learners while keeping quizzes, assessments, and navigation in English.

Read-Along Feature

Students can have topic pages read aloud with a single click.

LMS INTEGRATION

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Our courseware is available directly in your Learning Management System, providing a seamless experience for both instructors and students. Deploy MSI courseware with native integration, automatic grade syncing, and interactive assessments—all within your existing LMS environment.

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Native quizzes in your LMS

Quizzes appear natively in your LMS gradebook automatically synced.

Grades Sync is automatic

Grades sync automatically to your LMS gradebook for seamless integration.

Knowledge checks

Interactive knowledge checks embedded throughout courseware content.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about this course and MSI courseware.

Discuss your needs using the form on this page or contact our team. We'll discuss your needs and set up access—either on our platform or through your LMS (Canvas, Schoology, D2L, Moodle).

MSI courseware integrates with major learning management systems. We provide native integration, automatic grade syncing, and interactive assessments. Tell us your LMS when you Discuss your needs and we'll confirm compatibility.

Yes. MSI courses are designed to work on any device with an internet connection, including Chromebooks. Our platform is responsive and supports the tools and activities included in the course.

Many MSI courses align to industry certifications (e.g. Certiport, Adobe, Microsoft). Check the course description and features for certification pathways, or ask our team when you Discuss your needs.

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what the demo includes

Learning Management System

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In-application learning

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Gradebook solution

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