This CIS Cloud Technology certificate is a subset of the core AAS degree technical courses. These core courses are designed to introduce students to virtualization and cloud technologies and provide students with the technical skills required to install, configure and manage all facets of a “cloud” infrastructure. The certificate is built for students who wish to acquire the skills necessary to work in the field of information technology and obtain industry certifications.
Since this CIS Cloud Technology certificate is a subset of the core AAS degree technical courses, it will enable CNM students who have completed the CIS AAS degree in a different concentration to complete the remaining technical courses in this area and earn this CIS certificate. Additionally, this cert is ideal for students coming to CNM with AA/AAS/BS degrees who wish to do the core technical course work for this area.
This educational option can be completed: Part-time or full-time. The program can be completed in four terms full-time.
This educational option is designed for: Students who have completed an associates or bachelor’s degree and wish to complete coursework to enter into the IT profession. .
This educational option can be started: Any term.
Primary course location: Main campus, many courses offered online.
Are there any other course or licensing requirements that apply to this educational option (term by term)?
Some courses in the program have associated course fees that cover the cost of industry recognized certification exams.
Many of the courses in this program are transferable and some may be applied to four-year degree programs at other institutions. CNM currently has transfer agreements with many colleges and universities in New Mexico and elsewhere.