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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Databricks, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Vector Databases, Context Engineering, Fine-tuning, LLM Application, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Large Language Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Embeddings, Data Lakes, Model Evaluation, Model Optimization, Acceptance Testing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, Performance Tuning, Virtual Networking, Google Cloud Platform, Performance Testing, Network Troubleshooting, Network Analysis, Hardware Architecture, Intranet
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, Legal Technology, Generative AI, LLM Application, AI literacy, OpenAI, OpenAI API, Expense Management, AI Personalization, AI Enablement, Generative Model Architectures, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, AI powered creativity, Legal Risk, Artificial Intelligence
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Data Security, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Data Encryption Standard, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Information Assurance, Encryption, Exploit development, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Cryptographic Protocols, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Metasploit, Application Security, Security Testing, Cyber Security Policies
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Unsupervised Learning, Biology, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Processing, Data Integration, Network Model, Life Sciences, Statistical Methods, Open Source Technology, Scientific Visualization, General Science and Research, Cell Biology, Unix Commands, Laboratory Research
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Apache Airflow, Vector Databases, Performance Tuning, Scalability, Database Management Systems, Database Management, Data Pipelines, MySQL, Data Import/Export
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Payment Systems, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Risk, Network Infrastructure, Security Awareness, Data Integrity, Verification And Validation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Edureka
Skills you'll gain: LangChain, LangGraph, Model Context Protocol, AI Workflows, LLM Application, Context Engineering, AI Orchestration, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Tool Calling, Model Deployment, Data Processing, Data Transformation, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Agentic systems, Generative AI, Gemini, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Biological Engineering, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Process Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Systems Design, Biochemistry, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Design Specifications, Cell Biology, Technical Design, Research Design, Biology, Computational Logic, Diagram Design, Laboratory Research, Laboratory Experience, Technical Standard
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, AI literacy, Creative Problem-Solving, AI powered creativity, Generative AI, AI Enablement, AI Personalization, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Brainstorming, Large Language Modeling, Game Design, Organizational Skills, Education Software and Technology, Computer Vision, Student Engagement
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: User Story, Cloud Deployment, CI/CD, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Continuous Integration, OpenShift, Istio, Kubernetes, Test Driven Development (TDD), Application Deployment, Devops Tools, Gherkin (Scripting Language), Jenkins, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), DevOps, Secure Coding, Grafana, System Monitoring, Agile Methodology
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Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtualization, Hardware Troubleshooting, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Cloud Computing, Virtual Machines, Technical Support and Services, Technical Support, General Networking, End User Training and Support, Peripheral Devices, Networking Hardware, System Configuration, Data Storage, Network Administration, Information Technology, Hardware Architecture, Data Storage Technologies, Configuration Management
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months