Computer graphics courses can help you learn 2D and 3D modeling, rendering techniques, animation principles, and visual effects. You can build skills in texture mapping, lighting design, and character rigging, along with understanding color theory and composition. Many courses introduce tools like Blender, Adobe After Effects, and Unity, showing how these applications are used to create immersive visual experiences in gaming, film, and virtual reality.

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Modeling, Azure Active Directory, Cryptography, Authentications, Network Monitoring, Vulnerability Management, Security Strategy, Cloud Security, Network Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Data Storage Technologies, Penetration Testing, Operating Systems, Compliance Management, Active Directory, Computer Security Incident Management
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Scrimba
Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LangChain, OpenAI API, Prompt Patterns, Embeddings, Image Analysis, Responsible AI, AI Workflows, OpenAI, LLM Application, AI Integrations, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Applications, Multimodal Prompts, Memory Management, Hugging Face, Vector Databases, Software Engineering
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Software Engineering, Application Security, Object Oriented Design, Software Architecture, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Threat Modeling, Maintainability, Code Coverage, Application Deployment, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Delivery, Software Testing, Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Documentation, Build Tools, Technical Documentation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming, Program Development, Mathematical Modeling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Session Initiation Protocols, Android Studio, Android Development, Internet Of Things, Communication Systems, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, Wireless Networks, Mobile Development, Digital Communications, Emerging Technologies, Application Development, Digital Signal Processing, Embedded Systems, Open Source Technology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Information Systems Security, Cyber Engineering, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Information Privacy, Data Security, Emerging Technologies, Enterprise Security
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fortinet, Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Network Support, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, Network Routing, Network Security, Routing Protocols, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Authentications, Network Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Technical Support and Services, Remote Access Systems, Network Administration, Security Engineering, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Cyber Security Strategy
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Computer Programming, Computer Graphics, Interaction Design, Artificial Intelligence
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Programmable Logic Controllers, Animations, Human Machine Interfaces, UI Components, Real-Time Operating Systems, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Control Panels, Interactive Design, User Interface (UI), Code Reusability, Program Development, Simulations, Interactive Data Visualization, Automation Engineering, Machine Controls, Computer Hardware, Electrical Wiring, Computational Logic, Network Troubleshooting
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Local Area Networks, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, TCP/IP, Network Performance Management, General Networking, Network Engineering, Wireless Networks, Telecommunications, Digital Communications
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Software Installation, Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Desktop Support, IT Infrastructure, Data Storage Technologies, System Configuration, Data Storage, Information Technology, Memory Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Import/Export, Solution Design, Programming Principles, Spreadsheet Software, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Automation, Data Structures, File I/O, Data Validation, File Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks