Computer fundamentals courses can help you learn basic hardware and software concepts, operating systems, networking, and cybersecurity principles. You can build skills in troubleshooting, system maintenance, and understanding data management practices. Many courses introduce tools like Windows, Linux, and various programming languages, showing how these skills apply in everyday computing tasks and professional environments.

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Machines, Istio, Load Balancing, Application Deployment, Serverless Computing, Redis, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Test Tools, Linux
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, AI Personalization, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Feature Engineering, Pandas (Python Package), Text Mining, Predictive Modeling, Unstructured Data, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Integration, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, NumPy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Document Management, Natural Language Processing, Database Management Systems, Data Storage Technologies, User Interface (UI)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: HVAC, Building Services Engineering, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Energy and Utilities, Estimation, Environmental Issue
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Test Automation, Software Development, DevSecOps, Application Security, CI/CD, Natural Language Processing, Software Engineering, Software Architecture
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Database Management, Database Systems, NoSQL, SQL, MongoDB, Relational Databases, Big Data, Graph Theory, Data Storage, Apache Hadoop, Data Manipulation, Apache Spark
Build toward a degree
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Engineering Design Process, Prototyping, Engineering Drawings, Product Design, Product Development, Hardware Design, Research and Design, 3D Modeling, Mockups, Industrial Design, Development Testing, Computer-Aided Design, Usability Testing, Design Specifications, Manufacturing Processes, Cost Estimation, Materials science, Ideation, Mechanical Engineering, User Feedback
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Authentications, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Cyber Attacks, Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Security, Human Factors (Security), Software As A Service
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Authentications, Software Testing, JSON, Security Testing, Authorization (Computing), Test Case, Scenario Testing, Java
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Feasibility Studies, Plant Operations and Management, Project Finance, Project Implementation, Financial Analysis, Project Management Life Cycle, Construction Management, Project Management, Sustainable Technologies, Technology Roadmaps, Forecasting, Stakeholder Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Business Writing, Editing, Writing, Document Management, Multimedia, Entrepreneurship, Productivity Software, Office Administration, Graphic Design
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours