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: Routing Protocols, Wide Area Networks, Network Security, Network Routing, Data Centers, Virtual Networking, TCP/IP, Network Administration, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Protocols, Network Switches, Virtual Machines, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Virtualization, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Network Architecture, Hardware Troubleshooting
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Jenkins, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Selenium (Software), CI/CD, Test Automation, Test Script Development, Test Data, Unit Testing, Test Case, Software Testing, Test Execution Engine, Python Programming
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Feature Engineering, Model Evaluation, Linear Algebra
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Pedagogy, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Cultural Responsiveness, Digital pedagogy, Object Oriented Design, Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Supervised Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Model Optimization, Model Training, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Software, Statistical Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Regression Analysis, Algorithms, Dimensionality Reduction, Complex Problem Solving
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Model Evaluation, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Dimensionality Reduction, Machine Learning Methods, Reinforcement Learning, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Algorithms, Convolutional Neural Networks, Regression Analysis, Data Processing, Model Training, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Model Optimization
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Control Panels, User Accounts, File Management, User Provisioning, System Configuration, Content Management, Application Deployment, Web Presence, User Interface (UI)
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Test Tools, Test Automation, Software Testing, Test Script Development, Test Case, Test Execution Engine, Javascript and jQuery, Scripting, Automation, Software Design Patterns, UI Components
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Electrical Wiring, Wiring Diagram, Electrical Systems, Blueprint Reading, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Power, Schematic Diagrams, Technical Drawing, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Drawings, Electrical Engineering, Electric Power Systems, Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, Electrical Safety
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Software Design, Education Software and Technology, Computer Programming, Program Development, Debugging, Data Structures, Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Newsletters, Canva (Software), Marketing Materials, Email Marketing, Marketing Collateral, Promotional Materials, Event Marketing, Business Writing, Graphic Design, Marketing Design, Target Audience, Marketing Communications
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Skills you'll gain: Assembly Drawing, Drafting and Engineering Design, Electrical Systems, Electronics, Design Specifications, Hardware Design, Electrical Power, Electronics Engineering, Technical Design, Electronic Components, Engineering Design Process, Electronic Systems, Verification And Validation, Engineering Documentation, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing and Production, Project Documentation, Design, Design Strategies, Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks