Nov 23, 2024  
2015 - 2016 CNM Catalog, Volume 48.1 
    
2015 - 2016 CNM Catalog, Volume 48.1 [The CNM Academic Year includes Fall, Spring, Summer Terms]

Computer Information Systems (AAS), Cloud Technology Concentration


School of Business & Information Technology (BIT)

Description

The Cloud Technology CIS Concentration is 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 concentration is designed for students who wish to acquire the skills necessary to work in the field of information technology. The courses in the Cloud Technology Concentration are designed to prepare students with the necessary skills in virtualization technologies to obtain the VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certification as well as Microsoft MCSA certifications. It enhances students’ experiences by providing students access to:

  • The latest VMware technologies
  • High quality curriculum
  • Course paths that lead to certification

Educational Option Information

This educational option can be completed:

  • Part-time or Full-Time

This educational option can be started:

  • Fall and Spring Terms

Primary course location:

  • Main Campus, with some courses offered online

Approximate Costs of this Educational Option

Financial Aid Considerations

Other costs/fees:

  • Optional costs for certification exam fees are approximately $200 each for the VMware VCP5-DCV and VMware VCP5-DT certification exams.

Career and Educational Opportunities

Educational Opportunities

  • Many of our courses are transferable to universities and CNM currently has transfer agreements with many colleges in New Mexico.
  • Graduates that successfully complete the curriculum of this program will be eligible to sit for several industry certification exams including:
    • Microsoft MCSA
    • VMware VCP5-DCV
    • VMware VCP5-DT

Career Opportunities

Information Technology is a horizontal industry where employment is available in many different businesses and industries both regionally and nationwide.

Employment Information

Recommended Sequence of Courses


Program Proficiencies and/or Prerequisites


Students must demonstrate proficiency in these areas either by placement exam scores  or specific course work.

Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems, Cloud Technology Concentration 62-64 credit hours