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Cloud Computing (certificate)


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Title of Certificate: Cloud Computing, Certificate

Award: Certificate

Code: CRT.CIS.CLD-CMT

Total Credit Hours: 18

About the Cybersecurity, Networking, and Digital Forensics Department

Purpose: This certificate is designed for students who have previous IT experience either from job or prior learning. Students are expected to have a working knowledge of computer systems and networking including Windows Server, TCP/IP, Virtualization, etc. Students may be changing careers, transitioning back into the workforce and/or former military. 

A grade of C or better is required in each (Cloud Computing certificate) course requirement.

Range of Occupations

• Cloud Engineer

• Cloud Programmer

• Cloud Software Engineer

• Cloud Architect

• Network and Computer Systems Administrators

• Systems Engineer

Special Conditions


Financial Aid: This program has not been approved by the U.S. Department of Education for eligibility for federal student aid. Students enrolled in this program may not be eligible to receive financial aid from the U.S. Department of Education (Pell Grants, SEOG, Federal Work-Study, Direct Loans or PLUS loans) or the Maryland Higher Education Commission (Educational Assistance Grants, Senatorial Scholarships or Delegate Scholarships). For current information on eligible programs, contact Financial Aid by calling 410-777-2203, emailing [email protected] or stopping by a Financial Aid office.

Certificate Graduation Requirements


To graduate with a certificate, students must have demonstrated eligibility for ENG 101  or ENG 101A . Refer to Academic Regulations on Graduation Requirements .

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Certificate Requirements: 18 credits


A grade of C or better is required in each (Cloud Computing certificate) course requirement.

Program Outcomes


Upon successful completion of the Cloud Computing Certificate, students will be able to:

  1. Understand AWS services, functions, and cost.
  2. Summarize the process of designing cloud-based solutions.
  3. Design and configure cloud-based services and solutions.
  4. Secure and manage access to cloud-based networks and services.
  5. Implement cloud backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
  6. Implement identity and access management schemes.

This program aligns with all the college’s core competencies.

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