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Cloud Computing A.A.S.
Program Available at:
- Brookhaven
- Cedar Valley
- Eastfield
- El Centro
- Mountain View
- North Lake
- Richland
Catalog Year 2022-2023 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Applied Science
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher.
TSI Must be Complete
For more information, visit the Dallas College Cloud Computing webpage and your success coach at your campus.
The A.A.S. degree program in Cloud Computing provides education and training for individuals interested in developing the knowledge, skills and concepts necessary to serve as a cloud support technician. Upon completion of the program, students will develop the fundamental skills necessary to support and manage infrastructure and workloads on cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure. The Cloud Computing Associate Degree includes course work in key areas: Introduction to computers, fundamentals of cloud computing, cloud deployment and infrastructure management, cloud database technologies, cloud networking and security, server support concepts, Linux, and scripting languages such as Python and PowerShell. Fundamentals of Cloud, Security, and Networking technologies are stressed with a focus on implementation and support skills. This program is a THECB approved Program of Study (POS).
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing the Cloud Computing associate degree. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Cloud Computing. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official degree requirements. Courses that complete the Degree are noted below.
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official degree requirements.
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
SEMESTER 1
CHOOSE ONE:
ITSE 1303 – Introduction to mySQL
ITNW 1309 – Fundamentals of Cloud Computing
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of "C" or better.
CHOOSE ONE:
- SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication This is a Core course. OR
- SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking This is a core course. OR
- SPCH 1321 – Business and Professional Communication This is a Core course.
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to confirm academic and career goals before the end of the semester.
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Meet with your success coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 2
ITNW 1325 – Fundamentals of Networking Technologies
ITNW 1308 – Implementing and Supporting Client Operating Systems
ITSC 1316 – Linux Installation and Configuration
CHOOSE ONE:
- ITSE 1370 – Introduction to Python Programming This is the preferred course. OR
- ITSE 1329 – Programming Logic and Design
SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
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Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit, confirm or update your academic/career path and program of study.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 3
ITNW 1354 – Implementing and Supporting Servers
ITSE 1359 – Introduction to Scripting Languages
ITNW 1336 – Cloud Deployment and Infrastructure Management
ITSC 1315 – Project Management Software
MATHEMATICS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of "C" or better.
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with a faculty advisor or success coach regarding placement for the Practicum course [if needed].
- Meet with your success coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 4
CHOOSE ONE:
- ITSC 2335 – Application Software Problem Solving This is a capstone experience for this award. OR
- ITNW 2364 – Practicum (or field Experience) – Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications This is a capstone experience for this award.
CHOOSE ONE:
ITSY 1342 – Information Technology Security
CHOOSE ONE:
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet with your success coach to apply for the Cloud Computing A.A.S.
- Sign up for Commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 15
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS