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2023-2024 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Cloud Computing

The AAS in Cloud Computing at Brazosport College is designed to prepare students to facilitate an organization’s critical technology infrastructure in enterprise and cloud-based platforms. System, Network and Cloud professionals guide the selection and integration of the technology products that constitute the organizations’ planning, decision making and operational infrastructure. In addition, tools are employed to automate infrastructure, workflows and continually measuring application performance by building collaborative infrastructure between development, cloud systems, networking, security, and Operations.

A survey conducted in 2019, indicated that 90% of organizations reported severe shortages of workers with cloud skills. Nearly 80% of IT managers and leaders report their current teams lack the needed cloud computing skills. Some of the many companies leading the transition to cloud computing and hiring for cloud skills include Yelp, Etsy, Pinterest, Amazon, AirBnB, Netflix, GE, Capitol One, and Google.

This program is designed for

  • Students who want to start their career in cloud computing or any derivatives of this technology
  • IT professionals looking to advance into the cloud computing arena
  • IT Managers who oversee virtual network and services, and want to enhance their understanding of cloud computing
  • Technology field professionals who want to learn about securing virtual networks, cloud infrastructure, and cloud services
  • Small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to mitigate their third party dependence for cloud services and support and start a small support team in-house

Associate of Applied Sciences: 60 Credit Hours

Foundations

Foundations courses provide the footing for the remainder of the Associates Degree and beyond.  They provide the knowledge and skills upon which other courses will build.  Whether attending full or part time, plan to complete most if not all of Foundations prior to taking courses under Knowledge Building or Preparing for Completion.

Knowledge Building

Knowledge Building courses expand upon foundational learning and develop skills at a deeper level.  It is recommended that students complete these courses prior to moving forward to Preparing for Completion.

Preparing for Completion

These courses provide capstone knowledge and skills, which prepares students for their next steps.  Before beginning the third set of courses in this pathway, complete the Application for Graduation.  You should also meet with your coach/advisor to begin preparing applications for transfer.

Cloud Computing Certificate: 30 Credit Hours

Occupational Skills Award: Cloud Computing

Students who complete this occupational skills award will gain both a business and technical perspective of the field. Students will gain a fundamental understanding of Cloud computing concepts, infrastructure, administration, and security while also learning how to overcome challenges and solve related issues that may arise. Student will also implement these concepts in a hands‐on virtual lab setting.

Note: Students completing this Award should be well positioned to take the following professional CompTIA certifications: Network+, Security+, Cloud+, and Cloud Essentials.