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.

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

Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, Command-Line Interface, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Monitoring, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Border Gateway Protocol, Network Performance Management, Network Routing, Wireless Networks, Network Administration, Network Infrastructure, Local Area Networks, Event Monitoring, Network Switches, Network Troubleshooting, Network Protocols, Network Routers, TCP/IP, Virtual Networking, Network Security
★ 4.7 (6) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 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 Cloud Platform, Cloud Services, Virtual Networking, Cloud Computing, General Networking, Network Administration, DevOps
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Network Security, Virtual Networking, Software-Defined Networking, Network Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Encryption, Network Performance Management, Virtualization, Program Development, Hardware Architecture, Open Source Technology, Performance Tuning, Unit Testing
★ 4.6 (137) · 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

Palo Alto Networks
Skills you'll gain: Zero Trust Network Access, Network Security, Endpoint Security, General Networking, TCP/IP, Network Infrastructure, Firewall, Security Controls, Network Protocols, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Encryption, Network Analysis
★ 4.7 (216) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Network Model, Graph Theory, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Python Programming, Algorithms
★ 4.6 (2.7K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Graph Theory, R (Software), Social Sciences, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Software, Sociology, Network Model, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Dependency Analysis
★ 4.2 (11) · 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

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