Cloud Computing at Collin
Cloud computing is one of the most highly paid jobs in information technology (IT). The rate at which organizations are migrating to cloud computing on a global level is far larger than the rate at which professionals enter the field to execute the cloud migration and maintenance. Businesses recognize how cloud computing improves the efficiency and adaptability of IT resources, making it a great career opportunity for young professionals. The Collin College Cloud Computing-Infrastructure AAS Degree will help students by preparing them for widely recognized cloud certifications, and allowing graduates to aim for roles such as Cloud Administrator, Cloud Support Specialist, etc.
The Cloud Computing-Infrastructure degree provides education and training for students interested in developing the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to serve as a cloud technology professional.
The Collin College Cloud Computing-Infrastructure degree will prepare students for an entry-level position or will augment existing IT professionals' skills in supporting leading cloud providers like Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure. Additionally, the Computing degree program will immerse students in coursework, designed to prepare them for multiple industry certifications. Upon completing the degree students will possess the skills necessary to deploy and manage application workloads on enterprise customers' cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure. Foundational topics included in the program include scripting languages, cloud storage, database technologies, cloud networking, and security concepts related to cloud computing. More advanced concepts covered in the program include serverless computing, cloud infrastructure automation, containerization, and the orchestration of containerized application workloads such as Docker, and Kubernetes.