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.

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Scripting, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Process Mapping, Kanban Principles, User Experience Design, Lean Methodologies, Lean Manufacturing, Agile Software Development, Product Development, Lean Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Software Development, Software Development Methodologies, Continuous Improvement Process, Innovation, Prototyping
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Probability, Probability Distribution, Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Mathematical Modeling, Statistics, Arithmetic, Python Programming, Simulations
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

KodeKloud
Skills you'll gain: Jenkins, Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Linux Administration, Kubernetes, Ansible, Docker (Software), CI/CD, Version Control, Continuous Integration, YAML, Microservices, Devops Tools, GitHub, Containerization, Operating System Administration, Git (Version Control System), General Networking, DevOps, Python Programming
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Analytics, Business Analytics, Demand Planning, Usability Testing, Product Management, Customer Insights, AI Product Strategy, A/B Testing, Product Development, Agile Methodology, User Experience, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Predictive Analytics, Data Science, Product Testing, Agile Software Development, Software Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Ball State University
Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Programming Principles, Statistical Analysis, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Natural Language Processing, Scripting, NumPy, Algorithms, Debugging, Data Structures
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Unity Engine, Prototyping, Video Game Development, 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Multimedia, Animations, Scripting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), CI/CD, Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Cloud-Native Computing, Network Troubleshooting, DevOps, Performance Tuning, Scalability, Continuous Integration, Containerization, Continuous Deployment, Package and Software Management, YAML, Network Security, Network Performance Management, Software-Defined Networking, System Monitoring, Network Monitoring
Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Unreal Engine, 3D Assets, Unity Engine, Cross Platform Development, Application Development, Prototyping, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, Human Computer Interaction, User Interface (UI), Web Development Tools
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Reinforcement Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Feature Engineering, Unstructured Data, Model Evaluation, Convolutional Neural Networks, Data Preprocessing, Dimensionality Reduction, Model Deployment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Verification And Validation, Theoretical Computer Science, System Testing, System Software, Systems Design, Software Architecture, Embedded Systems
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Machine Controls, Computational Logic, Verification And Validation, System Requirements, System Design and Implementation, Engineering Analysis, Software Systems, Simulations, Automation Engineering, Automation, Mechanics, Diagram Design, Systems Analysis, Safety Assurance, Control Systems, Linear Algebra
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months