Network engineering courses can help you learn network design, troubleshooting, security protocols, and performance optimization. You can build skills in configuring routers and switches, implementing firewalls, and managing network traffic. Many courses introduce tools like Cisco Packet Tracer, Wireshark, and various network monitoring software, that support applying your skills in real-world networking environments.

Ball State University
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Full-Stack Web Development, Graph Theory, Machine Learning Algorithms, Supervised Learning, File Systems, SQL, Software Engineering, Data Visualization, Statistical Methods, Theoretical Computer Science, Cryptography, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), SAS (Software), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Text Mining, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, File I/O
Earn a degree
Degree · 1 - 4 Years

Skills you'll gain: Serverless Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Development, Cloud-Based Integration, Cloud Services, Cloud Security, Application Deployment, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Security Controls, Virtual Networking, Event-Driven Programming, Operational Databases, Identity and Access Management, Key Management, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

New York University
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Attacks, Infrastructure Security, Mobile Security, Enterprise Security, Cyber Risk, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, IT Security Architecture, Cloud Security, NIST 800-53, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Security Awareness, Security Controls, Risk Management Framework, Blockchain, Internet Of Things, Cryptographic Protocols, Cryptography, Data Integrity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks