Introduction to Modern AI

AI chatbots are revolutionizing the way we work and learn. Millions of people worldwide use them to simplify tasks like homework and ideating, writing, editing and even career advice. 

If you are new to AI and ready to give it a try, look no further! Introduction to Modern AI is a beginner-friendly course designed to help you learn key AI concepts and get hands-on practice with AI-enabled apps. You will start with an overview of AI. Then you'll explore computer vision using a photo app and machine translation with an online translation tool. Finally, take a deep-dive into chatbots–full of tips for writing better prompts and hands-on practice with 10+ popular chatbots and AI tools, including ChatGPT, Meta AI, Gemini, Google Translate, Claude, Hugging Chat, NotebookLM and more. 

Get started today and discover how AI can make everyday tasks easier and boost your productivity!

Networking Basics

The internet is built on computer networks. So no matter what kind of tech career you are interested in, it is essential to know some networking basics! Whether you are preparing for a career in networking, refreshing your knowledge for an industry-recognized certification, or are just curious about what networking is all about, this is the place for you.

This course covers the foundation of networking and network devices, media, and protocols. You will observe data flowing through a network and configure devices to connect to networks. Finally, you will learn how to use different network applications and protocols to accomplish networking tasks. The knowledge and skills you gain can give you a starting point to find a rewarding career in tech.

Introduction to Cybersecurity

This introductory course takes you inside the world of cybersecurity. You will learn cybersecurity basics to protect your personal digital life and gain insights into the biggest security challenges companies, governments, and educational institutions face today. Cybersecurity professionals who can protect and defend an organization’s network are in high demand.

Cyber Threat Management

Develop advanced knowledge that you will use in the workplace as a Junior Cybersecurity Analyst. This course explores governance in cybersecurity and threat management. Learn to develop policies and ensure your organization complies with ethics standards and legal and regulatory frameworks. You will also gain skills for managing threats, such as how to assess a network for vulnerabilities, manage risks, and respond to security incidents.

Data Science Essentials with Python

Step into the world of data science, where you can turn raw numbers and information into compelling stories. In this project-based course, you’ll learn to use Python—along with two of its most popular tools, Pandas and Matplotlib—to explore, organize, and visualize data.

This beginner-friendly course starts with easy, hands-on activities and games that teach you the basics of working with data. You’ll then move on to real-world projects, where you can apply what you’ve learned to actual datasets. An AI assistant and step-by-step guidance will help you along the way.

You’ll discover how to:

• Clean data so it’s ready to work with
• Visualize information using charts and graphs
• Model data to find patterns
• Tell stories that explain your findings in a clear and engaging way

When you finish, you’ll know how to work with complex data and explain it so others can understand.

Ethical Hacker

The digital landscape is evolving at an unprecedented rate and cyber threats lurk around every corner. Cybersecurity resilience in the modern world cannot be just an add on - it's a necessity. Offensive security professionals like ethical hackers and penetration testers can help proactively discover unknown threats and address them before the cybercriminals do.

This course is designed to prepare you with an Ethical Hacker skillset and give you a solid understanding of offensive security. You will become proficient in the art of scoping, executing, and reporting on vulnerability assessments, while recommending mitigation strategies. Follow an engaging gamified narrative throughout the course and get lots of practice with hands-on labs inspired by real-world scenarios.

After completing this course, continue your cybersecurity career in offensive security as an ethical hacker or penetration tester. Or use this course to strengthen your defensive security knowledge. By understanding the mindset of threat actors, you will be able to more effectively implement security controls and monitor, analyze, and respond to current security threats.

Industrial IoT and Control Systems in Energy

Today's energy industry is rapidly changing. To manage energy efficiently, reliably, and safely, professionals must understand how Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Smart Grid technologies work together within modern networks.

This course is designed for learners who have completed Industrial Networking Essentials and want to learn more about Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Smart Grid technologies. You’ll explore the fundamentals of process automation, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) architectures, and regulatory compliance, as well as critical topics like high-availability networking, Precision Time Protocol (PTP), and key concepts of modern smart grids.

Put your skills into practice with a dedicated lab and 14 activities in Cisco Packet Tracer. Simulate real-world scenarios such as implementing network redundancy, synchronizing time across devices, and performing operations on a simulated smart grid network.

Find a Cisco Networking Academy near you to start building the job-ready skills employers are seeking in the electric power sector.

Prerequisites: 
Completion of the Industrial Networking Essentials course or equivalent knowledge.

Next Step: 
To deepen your understanding of security in industrial energy environments, continue your learning journey with Industrial Cybersecurity Essentials.

C++ Essentials 1

C++ is a powerful programming language that’s essential in finance, security, networking, gaming, and more. Learning C++ will enhance your technical skills and unlock exciting career paths. 

C++ Essentials 1 is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of programming and the C++ language. You’ll learn the foundations of programming, including the compilation process, variables, data types, operators, and the basics of flow control. As you advance, you'll explore data conversions, loops, pointers, functions, and memory management. 

After completing this course, you’ll be prepared to take the CPE – C++ Certified Entry-Level Programmer certification exam. Then continue honing your skills with C++ Essentials 2 and C++ Advanced. 

Developed in collaboration with OpenEDG C++ Institute.

Engaging Stakeholders for Success

Stakeholders play a critical role in every project. Learning to effectively engage them is a core skill for you to develop in any workplace. In this course, learners gain the insights and tools to identify, prioritize, and engage with stakeholders for success. This is a Professional Skills course that teaches learners essential personal and social skills in the context of actual work scenarios.

Data Analytics Essentials

This data analytics essentials course teaches you the fundamental tools of a data analyst. You will learn to transform, organize, and visualize data with spreadsheet tools such as Excel. You will also learn how to query data from a relational database using SQL and how to improve your data presentations using powerful business intelligence tools like Tableau. 

By the end of the course, you will have an analytics portfolio complete with an analysis of the popular movies dataset, showcasing your skills in Excel, SQL and Tableau.

Python Essentials

Used by startups and tech giants like Google, Facebook, Netflix, and more, Python offers you endless possibilities for creating small and large-scale software projects. User-friendly with easy-to-read code, Python is a great first programming language to learn and requires no prior programming knowledge. Python skills open you up to careers in almost any industry and are required if you want to continue to more advanced, higher paying software development and engineering roles such as software engineer, systems administrator, and security engineer.

In this course, you will learn in-demand skills such as how to design, develop, and improve computer programs, methods for analyzing problems using programming, programming best practices, and more. The course also prepares you for the PCEP – Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer certification (Exam PCEP-30-0x).

Developed in collaboration with OpenEDG Python Institute.

Introduction to IoT and Digital Transformation

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a fast-growing area of technology, with new companies, products, and job opportunities springing up all over the world. Discover how IoT, along with emerging technologies such as data analytics and artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, are digitally transforming industries and expanding career opportunities. 

Invest in learning IoT skills and you can transform any business in any industry, from manufacturing to environmental conservation. Today over 26 billion people, systems, and physical objects are connected and share data seamlessly over the Internet – and it’s rapidly changing our world. Learn the IoT skills you will need to land a well-paying job in this exciting field.