Beginner computer courses can help you learn basic operating system navigation, file management, internet browsing, and word processing. You can build skills in spreadsheet creation, email communication, and online research techniques. Many courses introduce tools like Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and various web applications, showing how these skills are applied in everyday tasks and professional settings.

Institut Mines-Télécom
Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Digital Signal Processing, NumPy, Python Programming, Applied Mathematics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Gemini, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Pipelines, AI Workflows, Google Cloud Platform, Data Transformation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, AI Integrations, Prompt Engineering, Query Languages, SQL
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Model Optimization, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Continuous Monitoring, Google Cloud Platform, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Ethics, Data Quality
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pittsburgh
Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, PySpark, Data Pipelines, Distributed Computing, Big Data, Apache Hive, Data Processing, Data Storage, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Predictive Modeling, Scalability, Data Management, File Systems, Data Science, Data Transformation, Information Technology, Data Analysis
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Virtual Networking, Google Cloud Platform, Network Architecture, General Networking, Firewall, Computer Networking, Network Routing, Identity and Access Management, Network Security, Virtual Machines, Data Sharing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, User Accounts, Data Storage Technologies, User Provisioning, Operating Systems, Data Storage, Information Technology Operations, Security Controls, Software Installation, Desktop Support, Microsoft Windows, System Configuration, Linux, Information Systems Security, Systems Administration, Performance Tuning, IT Infrastructure, Mac OS, Information Technology, Group Policy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, Multi-Factor Authentication, Data Loss Prevention, Network Security, Patch Management, System Configuration, Network Monitoring, Data Security, Authentications, Malware Protection, Mobile Security, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, Enterprise Application Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Linux Administration, Authorization (Computing), Linux Servers, Security Controls, Linux, Hardening, Authentications, Network Security, Linux Commands, System Configuration, Servers, Computer Security, Server Administration, Encryption, Command-Line Interface
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Information Management, Document Management, Content Management, Knowledge Transfer, Lifelong Learning, AI powered creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Information Architecture, File Management, Systems Thinking, Critical Thinking, Productivity Software, AI literacy, Organizational Skills, Productivity, Writing and Editing, Development Environment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Cyber Governance, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Systems Development Life Cycle, Emerging Technologies, Software Development Life Cycle, Program Development, Prototyping, PIC Microcontrollers, Information Privacy, Safety and Security, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Electrical Wiring, Power Electronics, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Equipment, Basic Electrical Systems, Microarchitecture, Electrical Power
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, LLM Application, Statistical Methods, Performance Metric, Statistical Inference, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Test Script Development, Large Language Modeling, Model Evaluation, Model Optimization, Prompt Engineering, Natural Language Processing, Scripting, Embeddings
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Token Optimization, Model Deployment, Generative AI, Performance Tuning, Model Evaluation, Performance Testing, Cross Platform Development, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Memory Management, Development Environment, Hardware Architecture, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks