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Cloud System Operations A.A.S.
Program Available at:
- Brookhaven
- Cedar Valley
- Eastfield
- El Centro
- Mountain View
- North Lake
- Richland
Catalog Year 2023-2024 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 college.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing the Cloud System Operations 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 System Operations. 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.
The Cloud System Operations Associate Degree Program provides education and training for individuals interested in developing the knowledge, skills, and concepts necessary to serve as a cloud engineering professional. Upon completion of the program, students will develop the fundamental skills necessary to deploy and manage application workloads on cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure. Topics include scripting languages such as Python and Javascript. Other topics covered include cloud storage, database technologies, cloud networking, and security concepts. Additionally, advanced operational concepts, serverless computing, cloud infrastructure automation, containerization, Linux skills, and Project Management. Courses that complete the Degree are noted below.
Visit http://www.dallascollege.edu/transfer and select "Transfer from Dallas College," then click on a university to view more information about transferring to that institution. Speak with your success coach to choose courses that will help you to transfer to a specific university.
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
ITNW 1309 – Fundamentals of Cloud Computing
ITNW 1378 – Cloud Networking
ITSE 1370 – Introduction to Python Programming
CHOOSE ONE:
- SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication This is a Core course.
- SPCH 1315 – Public Speaking This is a Core course. OR
- SPCH 1321 – Business and Professional Communication This is a Core course.
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS ELECTIVE* 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
ITSE 1359 – Introduction to Scripting Languages
ITSC 1316 – Linux Installation and Configuration
ITSE 1346 – Database Theory and Design
ITNW 1336 – Cloud Deployment and Infrastructure Management
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of "C" or better.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
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Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career path and program of study.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 3
ITNW 1377 – Introduction to Infrastructure Automation
ITNW 1373 – Cloud Computing Security
ITSC 2325 – Advanced Linux
ITNW 1313 – Computer Virtualization
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:
- ITNW 2327 – Advanced Cloud Concepts 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:
- ITNW 2329 – Application Development for the Cloud OR
- ITNW 2370 – Containerization and Micro Services
ITSC 1315 – Project Management Software
ITSE 2370 – Intermediate Python Programming
SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE 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 System Operations A.A.S.
- Sign up for Commencement.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 15
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS