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Catonsville, Dundalk, Essex, Online
In this program, students gain hands-on experience in cloud computing, network infrastructure, and modern data center technologies. The curriculum covers fundamentals of cloud architectures, virtualized networks, and hybrid cloud environments, preparing students for roles in cloud operations, infrastructure management, and system engineering. Through real-world scenarios and industry tools, students learn to deploy, secure, and optimize cloud-based networks for both private and public environments. This program includes coursework designed to prepare students for CompTIA entry-level certification exams, such as A+ and Network+, Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud Practitioner exam, CompTIA Cloud+, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and VMware Certified Professional Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV) certifications.
♦ Essential courses for your program and specific requirements
► Milestones and additional reminders
When directed to complete a General Education Elective, select a course within the category from the list of approved General Education Courses.
This course sequence reflects the curriculum for a student who has completed any developmental coursework and has no transfer credits. Completion of 31 credits per year is needed to earn this degree within two years.
► Upon successful completion of preceding coursework, students should speak with their DCOM 163 faculty member about obtaining the CompTIA A+ industry certification
►You're making great progress! Check in with your Advisor to make adjustments to your goals as needed, and plan for your next steps.
► Upon successful completion of preceding coursework, students should speak with their DCOM 162 faculty member about obtaining the CompTIA Cloud+ industry certification
► Upon successful completion of preceding coursework, students should speak with their DCOM 130 faculty member about obtaining the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner industry certification
►Meet with an Advisor to review your education plan, and to discuss the next steps for your career or transfer goals.
► Upon successful completion of preceding coursework, students should speak with their DCOM 219 faculty member about obtaining the CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) industry certification
► Upon successful completion of preceding coursework, students should speak with their DCOM 251 faculty member about obtaining the CompTIA Network+ industry certification
►Way to go! It is time to apply for graduation. Visit the Graduation website for details and check in with an Advisor for assistance in mapping out your final courses.
► Upon successful completion of preceding coursework, students should speak with their DCOM 263 faculty member about obtaining the VCP-DCV (VMware Certified Professional - Data Center Virtualization) industry certification
*Credit students who are new to college (no successfully completed transferable college credits from other institutions) are required to take ACDV 101 - Academic Development 101. This 1-credit course is designed to be taken in the first semester at CCBC. Students must provide an official transcript(s) from an accredited institution to document successful completion of college coursework for the ACDV 101 requirement to be waived.
Courses may not be offered every semester; refer to course description for offering information or view the course schedule.
Only courses within your program of study are eligible for Financial Aid assistance.
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