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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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: Cryptography, Network Security, Cryptographic Protocols, 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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Intermediate · 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: 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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Palo Alto Networks
Skills you'll gain: Zero Trust Network Access, Network Security, Endpoint Security, Network Administration, General Networking, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Network Infrastructure, Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Security Controls, OSI Models, Network Protocols, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Encryption, Authentications, Remote Access Systems, Software As A Service
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
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
Intermediate · 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
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
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Institut Mines-Télécom
Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Network Security, General Networking, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Mobile Security, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, Network Routing, Dataflow, Authentications, Encryption, Capacity Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months