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Pen Testing Courses

Pen testing courses can help you learn vulnerability assessment, network security, and ethical hacking techniques. You can build skills in penetration testing methodologies, risk analysis, and incident response strategies. Many courses introduce tools like Metasploit, Wireshark, and Burp Suite, that support identifying and exploiting security weaknesses in systems and applications. By engaging with these tools, you can practice practical work that enhance your ability to secure networks and protect sensitive data.


Popular Pen Testing Courses and Certifications


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    Oracle

    Oracle Data Platform Foundations Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle Cloud, Oracle Databases, Data Architecture, Data Migration, Database Administration, Data Lakes, Database Architecture and Administration, NoSQL, MySQL, JSON, Data Security, Analytics, Scalability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    GKE Workload Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Load Balancing, Google Cloud Platform, Containerization, DevOps, Performance Testing, Application Performance Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Configuration Management

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Michigan

    Statistics with Python Using NumPy, Pandas, and SciPy

    Skills you'll gain: Statistics, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Data-oriented programming, Python Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Generative AI in Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Responsible AI, Persona Development, Advertising Campaigns, A/B Testing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    A starter’s guide to Open Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Sharing, Educational Materials, Education and Training, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Research, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Experimentation, Peer Review, Data Access, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Store, Interoperability, Metadata Management

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Psychological Association

    t-Tests of Hypotheses About Means

    Skills you'll gain: Sample Size Determination, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Quantitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Research Design, Research, Psychology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Electron and Ion Beam Characterization

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Analytical Testing, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Analytical Chemistry, Failure Analysis, Materials science, Electronics, Image Analysis, Laboratory Testing, Electronic Components, Laboratory Equipment, Quantitative Research, Scientific Visualization, Qualitative Research

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    AI Infrastructure: Cloud TPUs

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing Architecture, Performance Tuning, Business Workflow Analysis, Interoperability, Product Demonstration, Performance Improvement, Benchmarking

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Offensive Cyber Operations

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Operations, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Exploitation techniques, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Assessments, Human Factors (Security), Security Awareness, Security Testing, Network Security, Generative AI

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Pile foundation

    Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Construction, Structural Engineering, Construction Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Civil Engineering, Structural Analysis, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Harnessing Ollama – Create Local LLMs with Python

    Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Tool Calling, Large Language Modeling, Command-Line Interface, Python Programming, Application Development, User Interface (UI), Software Installation, Restful API, System Configuration, JSON, System Requirements, Development Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    CPS Design for Mechatronics, Healthcare, EV & Robotics

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Electronic Systems, Automation, Control Systems, Programmable Logic Controllers, Power Electronics, Medical Devices, Electrical Systems, Health Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Electronic Components, Hydraulics, Computer Programming Tools

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular pen testing courses

  • Oracle Data Platform Foundations Associate: Oracle
  • GKE Workload Optimization: Google Cloud
  • Statistics with Python Using NumPy, Pandas, and SciPy: University of Michigan
  • Generative AI in Marketing: Board Infinity
  • A starter’s guide to Open Science: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • t-Tests of Hypotheses About Means: American Psychological Association
  • Electron and Ion Beam Characterization: Arizona State University
  • AI Infrastructure: Cloud TPUs: Google Cloud
  • Offensive Cyber Operations: Starweaver
  • Pile foundation: L&T EduTech

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