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.

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Data Loss Prevention, Google Workspace, Gmail, User Provisioning, Mobile Security, Security Management, Security Controls, Authentications, Threat Management, User Accounts, Cloud Security, Malware Protection, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Cloud Services, Systems Administration, Application Security, Document Management, Data Management
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Network Performance Management, Technical Communication, Technical Support, Network Administration, Technical Documentation, Desktop Support, Help Desk Support, Problem Management, Network Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: React.js, JavaScript Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, Javascript, Web Development Tools, UI Components, Programming Principles
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Interface (UI), Usability, Web Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Front-End Web Development, UI Components, Semantic Web, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Shell Script, Unix Shell, File Management, File Systems, Unix Commands, Operating Systems, Command-Line Interface, OS Process Management, System Configuration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Linux, Cloud-Native Computing, Network Security, Linux Administration, Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Troubleshooting, Operating System Administration, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Storage, Linux Commands, Software-Defined Networking, User Accounts, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Monitoring, Threat Modeling, Cloud Services, Data Infrastructure
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Python Programming, Data Security
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design, Program Development, Data Structures, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Graphic and Visual Design, Computer Graphics, Creative Design, Python Programming, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Simulations, Spatial Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Emerging Technologies, Manufacturing Processes, Computer-Aided Design, Industrial Design, Prototyping, Materials science, Business Economics, Product Development, Innovation, New Product Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Edureka
Skills you'll gain: Angular, TypeScript, Web Components, JavaScript Frameworks, UI Components, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, Software Architecture, Command-Line Interface, Routing Protocols, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Service Oriented Architecture
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Algorithms, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Video Production, Infographics, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Content Creation, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours