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 Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Tensorflow, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Performance Tuning, Classification Algorithms
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Anthropic Claude, Prompt Engineering, Multimodal Prompts, Tool Calling, LLM Application, Responsible AI, Agentic Workflows, Human Computer Interaction, Artificial Intelligence, AI Workflows
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Computer Systems, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Architecture, System Programming, Application Performance Management, Data Pipelines, File Systems, Cloud Platforms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Ansible, YAML, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), General Networking, Automation, Technical Documentation, Configuration Management, JSON, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Security, Security Controls, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Firewall, Network Administration, TCP/IP, Telecommunications, Proxy Servers, Network Infrastructure, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Remote Access Systems
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Development Environment, Postman API Platform, Restful API, Authentications, YAML, Software Development Methodologies, Software-Defined Networking, CI/CD, DevOps, IT Automation, Network Engineering, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Application Programming Interface (API), Scripting, JSON, Data Modeling, Version Control, Network Protocols
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Disaster Recovery, General Networking, Network Administration, Authentications, Network Architecture, Vulnerability Assessments, Computer Networking, Network Infrastructure, Wireless Networks, Cybersecurity, Network Monitoring, Local Area Networks, Network Performance Management, Telecommunications, Network Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, OSI Models, Network Switches, Event Monitoring
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Information Systems Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Penetration Testing, Firewall, Hardening, Threat Detection, Brute-force attacks, Internet Of Things, Network Protocols, Network Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Puppet (Configuration Management Tool), Software-Defined Networking, Network Administration, Security Awareness, Chef (Configuration Management Tool), Information Systems Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), JSON, Authentications, Computer Networking, Authorization (Computing), Automation, Configuration Management, Application Programming Interface (API)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Convolutional Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Classification Algorithms, Small Data, Cloud API
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Amazon Web Services
Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Virtual Networking, Amazon Web Services, Wide Area Networks, Network Security, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, General Networking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Network Monitoring, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Anomaly Detection, Incident Response, Network Analysis, Digital Forensics, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Protocols, Threat Detection, Technical Communication, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Computer Security, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months