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.

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Malware Protection, Threat Modeling, Security Engineering, Network Security, Firewall, Digital Forensics, Code Review, Network Routing, Proxy Servers, Linux, Internet Of Things, Servers
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Maintainability, Debugging
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Tsinghua University
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Database Design, Pseudocode, Query Languages, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Data Storage
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Resource Planning, Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Azure, Development Environment, Application Deployment, Microsoft 365, Docker (Software), Virtual Environment, Software As A Service, Integrated Development Environments, Cloud Deployment, Serverless Computing, Git (Version Control System), Business Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

SkillsBooster Academy
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, No-Code Development, Presentations, Application Development, Generative AI, Web Applications, Automation, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Design, Interactive Design, Digital Design, Creative Design, New Product Development, Creative Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, Creativity, Application Deployment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Infrastructure Security, Emerging Technologies, Data Science, Embedded Systems, General Networking, Big Data, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Platforms, Computer Hardware
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, IT Security Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Technologies, Infrastructure Security, Application Security, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Computer Science, Risk Management Framework, Information Technology, Encryption
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, User Story, User Interface (UI), Product Roadmaps, Competitive Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Usability, Persona Development, Product Development, Market Analysis, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Design Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, Market Opportunities, Quality Assurance and Control, Technology Roadmaps, Product Strategy, Data Analysis
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, AI Orchestration, AI Security, API Testing, System Testing, Test Script Development, Context Management, Health Informatics, Performance Testing, Functional Testing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: AI Workflows, OpenAI API, LLM Application, OpenAI, Model Context Protocol, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, Tool Calling, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, Application Programming Interface (API), User Interface (UI), Context Management, Large Language Modeling, Python Programming, Development Environment, Application Deployment, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Penetration Testing, Azure Active Directory, Network Security, Computer Systems, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Testing, Encryption, Cybersecurity, System Testing, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Threat Management, Cloud Computing, Authentications, Active Directory, Operating Systems, Data Management, Computer Security Incident Management
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: OpenAI API, Web Development Tools, TypeScript, Development Environment, Full-Stack Web Development, Email Automation, Web Applications, Node.JS
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months