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.

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Multi-Factor Authentication, Data Security, Security Strategy, Azure Active Directory, Database Architecture and Administration, Virtual Machines, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Security, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Network Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Encryption, Threat Detection
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: GitHub, C# (Programming Language), Git (Version Control System), .NET Framework, Microsoft SQL Servers, Microsoft Visual Studio, Database Development, Application Development, Query Languages, Event-Driven Programming, Data Validation, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Prompt Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Applications, Identity and Access Management, Generative AI, Kubernetes, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Virtual Machines, Network Infrastructure, Containerization, Serverless Computing, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Virtual Networking, Load Balancing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Data Storage, Cloud Storage, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), System Monitoring, Encryption, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Network Routing, Amazon Web Services, Servers, Health Technology
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Data Ethics, Authentications, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Human Factors (Security), NIST 800-53, Identity and Access Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Gmail, Gemini, Service Management, Scripting, Document Management, Collaborative Software, Configuration Management, System Configuration, Application Development, Security Controls
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Virtual Machines, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Public Cloud, Cloud Security, Amazon Web Services, Scalability, Virtual Networking, Private Cloud, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Feature Engineering, Data Cleansing, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Python Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Integration, Data Preprocessing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Matlab, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Text Mining, Predictive Modeling, Unstructured Data, Image Analysis, Natural Language Processing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Management, Event Monitoring, Threat Detection, Continuous Monitoring, System Monitoring, Network Security, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Graphics Software, Graphical Tools, Animations, Content Creation, Social Media, Collaborative Software, Marketing
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours