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.

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Network Performance Management, Wide Area Networks, TCP/IP, Network Routing, Network Monitoring, Network Administration, Network Infrastructure, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, Service Level, System Configuration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Amazon Web Services, Virtual Networking, Network Infrastructure, AWS CloudFormation, Network Routing, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Network Security, Load Balancing, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Networking, Command-Line Interface, Virtual Machines, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Performance Testing
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Data Structures, Algorithms, Computational Logic, Command-Line Interface, Functional Design, Debugging, Data Validation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cloud Security, Application Security, OSI Models, Cryptography, Encryption, Endpoint Security, Firewall, Malware Protection, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Public Key Infrastructure, Data Integrity, Virtualization
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cryptography, Firewall, Cybersecurity, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cloud Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Network Monitoring, Encryption, Network Architecture, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Human Factors (Security), Local Area Networks, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Switches, Authentications
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Desktop Support, Generative AI, End User Training and Support, System Support, Prompt Engineering Tools, Technical Support, Product Support, ChatGPT, Automation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Matlab, Transfer Learning, Traffic Flow Optimization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Malware Protection, Cyber Threat Hunting, Threat Detection, Network Analysis, AI Security, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Network Security, Unsupervised Learning, Performance Testing, Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Microsoft Windows
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Event Monitoring, OSI Models, Network Monitoring, Network Protocols, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Network Analysis, Network Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Threat Detection, General Networking, Network Security, Incident Response, Command-Line Interface
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Operations Support Systems, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Deep Learning, AI Security, Real Time Data, Artificial Intelligence, Telecommunications, Network Performance Management, Emerging Technologies, Responsible AI, Network Architecture, Wireless Networks, Computer Networking, Network Protocols, System Design and Implementation, Digital Communications, Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Communication, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Communications, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Programming Principles, Planning, Algorithms, Data Structures, Stress Management, Adaptability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks