Computer network courses can help you learn about network architecture, protocols, security measures, and troubleshooting techniques. You can build skills in configuring routers and switches, managing firewalls, and optimizing network performance. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for packet analysis, Cisco Packet Tracer for simulation, and various network monitoring software, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical scenarios and enhance your technical expertise.

Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Test Automation, Usability, Human Centered Design, Usability Testing, User Interface (UI), Interaction Design, UI/UX Strategy, Front-End Web Development, Software Testing, CI/CD, Semantic Web
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Metasploit, Safety Culture, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Generative AI, Security Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Anomaly Detection, Data Security, Security Strategy, Network Security, Security Software, Change Management, Machine Learning Methods, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Visualization
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Software Architecture, Embedded Systems, Systems Architecture, Software Design, Application Design, Software Design Patterns, Maintainability, Performance Tuning, System Programming, Safety Assurance, Interoperability, Software Testing, Scalability, Design Strategies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Ethics, Algorithms, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Collection, Risk Modeling, AI Product Strategy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Computational Thinking, Economic Development, Economics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Modeling, Dataflow, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Systems Analysis, Performance Testing, Embedded Systems, Graph Theory, Technical Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, Data Entry, Microsoft 365
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Software Installation, Development Environment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Network Security, Vulnerability Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Hardening, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Management, Cyber Attacks, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Network Protocols, Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Bash (Scripting Language), Debugging, Linux, Interviewing Skills, Python Programming, SQL
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Microsoft Office, Data Mining
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Program Development, Bioinformatics, Data Storage, Development Testing, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Network Analysis, Programming Principles, File Systems, Computer Programming, Python Programming, C and C++, Java, Rust (Programming Language), Javascript, Software Testing, Debugging
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Theoretical Computer Science, Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Network Routing, Probability, Pseudocode, Computational Logic, Operations Research
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Detection, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Continuous Monitoring, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Splunk, Network Analysis, Network Protocols, Technical Documentation, Query Languages
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks