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.

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Network Engineering, Network Architecture, Scripting, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Modeling, General Networking, Network Planning And Design, Automation, Network Administration, Linux Commands, Python Programming, Network Protocols, Command-Line Interface
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Network Engineering, Network Troubleshooting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Networking, Network Troubleshooting, Linux, Kubernetes, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Computer Networking, Docker (Software), TCP/IP, Network Routing, Containerization, Network Switches, Firewall, Network Protocols
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, Data Centers, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Cloud Computing, Network Routing, Microsoft Azure, Test Tools, Debugging, Scalability
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Linux, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Virtual Networking, Network Analysis, Linux Administration, Virtual Machines, General Networking, Linux Commands, System Configuration, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Command-Line Interface, Software Installation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Ubuntu, Network Monitoring, TCP/IP, Data Storage, Network Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, Unix, General Networking, Linux, Command-Line Interface, Data Storage Technologies, System Configuration, Network Security, File Management, Shell Script, Computer Hardware, Disaster Recovery
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Software-Defined Networking, Wide Area Networks, Network Architecture, Virtualization, Load Balancing, Data Centers, Terraform, Virtual Machines, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Virtual Networking, Cloud Computing Architecture, General Networking, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Routing, Google Cloud Platform, Network Performance Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Networking Hardware, General Networking, Network Architecture, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, TCP/IP, Local Area Networks, Network Routers, System Configuration, Network Switches, Wide Area Networks, Servers
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Information Systems Security, Security Controls, Network Monitoring, Threat Detection, Linux Administration, Linux
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Packt
Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Computer Networking, Virtualization, Data Centers, Virtual Networking, General Networking, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Network Infrastructure, Local Area Networks
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks