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.

Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Peripheral Devices, Networking Hardware, USB, Desktop Support, Computer Networking, Computer Architecture, Data Storage Technologies, Electrical Safety
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Information Systems Security, Security Controls, Network Monitoring, Threat Detection, Linux Administration, Linux
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Distributed Computing, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Computer Networking, Data Structures, Natural Language Processing, Algorithms, Problem Solving, Application Programming Interface (API)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Network Security, Virtual Networking, Software-Defined Networking, Network Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Virtualization, Program Development, Hardware Architecture, Open Source Technology, Performance Tuning, Unit Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Computer Graphics, Color Theory, Digital Signal Processing, Applied Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Matlab, Augmented Reality, Algorithms, Calculus, Probability & Statistics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Autoencoders, Convolutional Neural Networks, Vision Transformer (ViT), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Deep Learning, Multimodal Prompts, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Machine Learning Methods, Model Deployment, Embeddings, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Data Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Linear Algebra
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Malware Protection, Network Monitoring, Network Administration, TCP/IP, Network Infrastructure, Infrastructure Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Protocols, Load Balancing, Firewall, Vulnerability Assessments, General Networking, Authorization (Computing), Web Applications, Authentications
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Computer Hardware, Computer Systems, TCP/IP, Information Technology, General Networking, Computer Literacy, Network Protocols, Operating Systems, Computer Networking, Software Systems, File Systems
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Graphics, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Microsoft Excel, Generative AI, Linear Algebra, Feature Engineering, Digital Signal Processing
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of London
Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Debugging, Development Environment, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Arithmetic, Computer Literacy, Javascript, Network Security, Computer Networking, Computer Programming Tools, Applied Mathematics, Computer Graphics, Web Design and Development, Software Development Tools, Cybersecurity, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, General Mathematics, Problem Solving
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, File Systems, Microsoft Windows, Cybersecurity, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Information Systems Security, File Management, Operating Systems, Data Structures, General Networking, Data Validation, Record Keeping, Data Integrity, Data Storage, Data Analysis Software, User Accounts, USB, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Encryption
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Princeton University
Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Computer Systems, Computer Engineering, Distributed Computing, Operating Systems, Performance Tuning, Scalability
Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months