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, SQL, Database Design, Hardware Troubleshooting, Databases, Computer Networking, Relational Databases, Network Protocols, Information Technology, Network Routers, Wireless Networks, System Configuration, Peripheral Devices
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Network Performance Management, Data Centers, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Cloud Computing, Network Switches, Network Routing, Microsoft Azure, Test Tools, Debugging, Scalability
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Architecture, Virtualization, Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Virtual Machines, Network Infrastructure, Wide Area Networks, Software-Defined Networking, Wireless Networks, Local Area Networks, Network Performance Management, Network Switches, Network Routers, Scalability, Network Protocols
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, TCP/IP, Network Switches, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Protocols, Network Security, Network Routing, Network Troubleshooting, Network Administration, Computer Networking, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Border Gateway Protocol, Network Performance Management, Firewall, Proxy Servers, Encryption, Authentications
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Network Routers, Networking Hardware, General Networking, Network Security, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Network Protocols, Network Switches
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Computer Displays, Peripheral Devices, TCP/IP, Display Devices, Local Area Networks, Networking Hardware, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), General Networking, USB, Wireless Networks, Computer Networking, Network Routers, Network Infrastructure, Hardware Troubleshooting, Network Switches, Network Protocols, Computer Hardware
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Administration, Security Management, Firewall, Network Monitoring, Cybersecurity, General Networking, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Security, System Monitoring, Security Awareness, TCP/IP, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cloud Computing, Threat Detection
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Centers, Network Security, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Network Troubleshooting, Network Monitoring, Wide Area Networks, Virtualization, Wireless Networks, Firewall, Hardening, Network Architecture, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Infrastructure, Infrastructure Security, TCP/IP, Cloud Computing, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Remote Access Systems, Network Protocols, Internet Of Things
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Cloud Computing, Network Monitoring, Network Security, Event Monitoring, Network Performance Management, Software-Defined Networking, Ansible, Network Architecture, Virtualization, Network Protocols, Encryption, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Restful API
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, OSI Models, Network Monitoring, Network Performance Management, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, TCP/IP, General Networking, Local Area Networks, Cybersecurity, Network Analysis, Network Protocols, Network Infrastructure, Software-Defined Networking, Network Routers, Network Switches
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Peripheral Devices, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Mac OS, TCP/IP, System Configuration, Network Protocols, Network Administration, Network Support, General Networking, Operating System Administration, Remote Access Systems, Systems Administration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Computer Networking, Desktop Support, Cloud Management
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Virtualization, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing, Firewall, Network Architecture, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Mobile Security, Cloud Security, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Peripheral Devices
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months