Network courses can help you learn network architecture, protocols, security measures, and troubleshooting techniques. You can build skills in configuring routers and switches, managing network traffic, and implementing security policies. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for network analysis and Cisco Packet Tracer for simulation, allowing you to practice real-world networking scenarios and understand how different components interact within a network.

Skills you'll gain: Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Routing Protocols, Virtual Networking, Network Switches, Network Administration, Network Routing, Network Troubleshooting, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Routers, TCP/IP, Computer Networking, Network Infrastructure, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Local Area Networks, Network Performance Management, Networking Hardware, Network Security, Network Protocols, System Configuration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Microsoft Azure, Virtual Networking, Virtual Machines, Load Balancing, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Virtualization, System Configuration, Cloud Security, Network Planning And Design, Network Security, Cloud Storage, Cloud Management, Data Storage, Public Cloud, File Management, Data Security, Scalability
★ 4.8 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Gemini, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Networking, Network Planning And Design, Prompt Engineering Tools, General Networking, Network Engineering, Network Architecture
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Metasploit, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Exploit development, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Testing, Wireless Networks, Cybersecurity, Exploitation techniques, Linux, Vulnerability Assessments, Information Systems Security, Cyber Attacks, Command-Line Interface, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, Network Analysis, Encryption, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), System Configuration
★ 4.8 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Sociology, Social Impact, Systems Thinking, Simulations, Culture, Graph Theory, Complex Problem Solving, Innovation
★ 4.6 (400) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Services, Virtual Networking, Cloud Computing, General Networking, Network Administration, DevOps
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Network Monitoring, Cryptographic Protocols, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Routing Protocols, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Security Controls, OSI Models, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Proxy Servers
★ 4.5 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Network Analysis, Relational Databases, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Social Network Analysis, Data Storytelling, Network Model, Database Theory, Diagram Design, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Graphic and Visual Design, Social Impact, Human Factors, Innovation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Relationship Management, Strategic Leadership, Action Oriented, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Branding, Goal Setting, General Networking, Business
★ 4.6 (67) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Network Routers, Networking Hardware, Network Planning And Design, General Networking, Network Security, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Infrastructure, Network Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Network Engineering, Network Protocols, Network Switches, Scalability
★ 4.6 (17) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Ansible, YAML, IT Automation, Network Architecture, Network Administration, General Networking, Automation, System Configuration, Software Documentation, Configuration Management, Python Programming
★ 4.8 (32) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Institut Mines-Télécom
Skills you'll gain: Network Engineering, Wireless Networks, Network Security, General Networking, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Mobile Security, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, OSI Models, Communication Systems, Digital Communications, Dataflow, Authentications, Key Management, Encryption
★ 4.7 (134) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months