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.

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, File Systems, Microsoft Windows, grep, Network Protocols, File Management, Operating Systems, Data Structures, General Networking, Data Validation, File I/O, Record Keeping, Data Integrity, Data Storage, User Accounts, USB, Identity and Access Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Encryption, System Configuration
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Agentic systems, Computational Thinking, Social Impact, Sociology, Socioeconomics, Economics, Programming Principles, Scientific Methods
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Generative AI, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Generative Model Architectures, Enterprise Application Management, Cloud Computing, Operating Systems, Cloud Management, Patch Management, Computer Systems, Servers, System Software, Business Software, OS Process Management, Computer Architecture, Data Warehousing, AI literacy, Data Storage, Technical Support, Cybersecurity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Color Theory, Digital Signal Processing, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Matlab, AI literacy, Calculus, Probability & Statistics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Tokyo
Skills you'll gain: Graphical Tools, Computer-Aided Design, Interaction Design, Animations, Digital Design, Technical Design, Human Machine Interfaces, Visual Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Computer Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Event-Driven Programming, Algorithms, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Programming Principles, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Probability, Video Game Development, Bioinformatics, Interactive Design, Animation and Game Design, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Program Development, Computer Science, Computer Programming
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Computer-Aided Design, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Mechanical Design, Engineering Drawings, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Assembly Drawing, Prototyping, Computer Graphic Techniques, Graphics Software
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: System Programming, Visual Basic (Programming Language), System Software, Hardware Architecture, Databases, Relational Databases, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Computer Hardware, SQL, Computer Science, Computer Networking, Computer Programming, Network Protocols, Programming Principles, Automation, Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, System Programming, Data Storage, Memory Management, Computational Logic, Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), Data Storage Technologies, Program Development, C# (Programming Language)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Network Infrastructure, Virtual Networking, Infrastructure Architecture, Network Architecture, General Networking, Virtualization, Cloud Deployment, Computing Platforms, Telecommunications, Digital Transformation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Network Performance Management, Network Planning And Design, Cloud Computing, Virtual Networking, Virtual Machines, Network Routing
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Graph Theory, Development Environment, Data Storage, Engineering Software, Unstructured Data, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Algorithms, Memory Management, Computer Programming Tools, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Program Development, Database Systems, Theoretical Computer Science
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months