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 Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cybersecurity, Firewall, Network Monitoring, Authentications, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Authorization (Computing), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Controls, Encryption
★ 4.7 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, OSI Models, Network Monitoring, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, TCP/IP, General Networking, Local Area Networks, Network Analysis, Network Protocols, Software-Defined Networking, Network Administration, Network Routing, Network Model, Networking Hardware, Network Switches
★ 4.7 (27) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Cryptography, Data Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

★ 5 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Computer Science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Event-Driven Programming, Algorithms, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Programming Principles, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Probability, Video Game Development, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Program Development, Network Analysis, Computer Science, Animations, Analysis, Software Testing, Computer Programming
★ 4.8 (4.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Hardening, Cyber Threat Hunting, Exploitation techniques, Linux Commands, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Operations, Linux, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Detection, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Cyber Security Assessment, Operating Systems, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Engineering, Network Administration, Security Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Networking Hardware, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, TCP/IP, Local Area Networks, Network Security, Wide Area Networks
★ 4.5 (296) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Security Management, Firewall, Network Monitoring, Cybersecurity, General Networking, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Cloud Security, System Monitoring, TCP/IP, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cryptography, Digital Forensics
★ 4.8 (239) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Data Wrangling, Social Sciences, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis Software, Predictive Analytics
★ 4.7 (248) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, Network Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Command-Line Interface, Application Programming Interface (API), Configuration Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Linux, Network Administration, Linux Servers, Network Protocols, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, System Configuration, Virtualization, General Networking, Remote Access Systems, Software Installation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks