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    Nov 24, 2024  
Catalog 2021-2022 
    
Catalog 2021-2022 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Cloud and Information Technology, AAS


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No. of Credits: 60
Contact: Christopher Estes, Acting Chair, Technology
Ronda Jacobs, Program Coordinator

The Cloud and Information Technology degree is a program designed to provide students with the essential technical and communication skills required for entry-level employment in the vast field of cloud and information technology (IT).

This program includes coursework that will help students to prepare for entry-level CompTIA certification exams in A+ and Network+. Students also prepare for the Amazon Web Services (AWS) exam in Cloud Practitioner. With further study, students may also be prepared for CompTIA Security+ and AWS Solutions Architect certifications.

This program is fully available online. Additionally, many courses in this program are also available in lecture or web-hybrid format.

Students interested in transferring to a four-year college should meet with an advisor to discuss transfer opportunities with this degree.

The maximum number of credits accepted in transfer from other institutions to this program is 45.

Fast Track Program:

This program is available in an accelerated format.  Learn more about the Fast Track option.

Career Opportunities:

Network and computer systems administrator, information technology (IT) specialist, computer user, network support specialist, computer systems analyst, junior cloud architect, and junior cloud engineer.

Transfer Options:

A complete list of all transfer opportunities can be found on the Transfer Services page

Student Learning Outcomes:

Students will

1.  Demonstrate core information technology (IT) knowledge and skills in the following areas:
     a. client computing & user support
     b. database & information management
     c. networking
     d. servers, storage & virtualization
     e. security and information assurance
2. Read and interpret technical information, as well as listen effectively to, communicate orally with, and write clearly for a wide range of audiences.
3. Demonstrate an ability to exhibit professional and ethical behavior.
4. Function effectively as a member of a diverse team to accomplish common goals.

Business and Information Systems Pathway


Pathway iconLearn more about the Business and Information Systems Pathway.

Visit Career Coach for more information on this program, related programs, and job opportunities in Southern Maryland and the Washington D.C. Metropolitan region.

Required Courses and Recommended Sequence:


The following is a recommended sequence of courses for completing this program. College Prep and prerequisite course requirements, credit load, and/or course availability may affect a student’s individual progress. Course availability within the program sequences is specifically intended for full-time students who begin their course work with the fall semester. Students should always consult their online program evaluation or an academic advisor to better understand typical course availability and individual program planning.

Notes:


* Courses requiring a prerequisite or co-requisite   

****Pending MHEC approval

Course Indicators: English Composition (E), Arts (A), Cultural and Global Awareness (C), Humanities (H), Biological/Physical Sciences (S), Social/Behavioral Sciences (B), Mathematics (M)

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