Virtualization and Cloud Computing, BS

57 credit hours

The School of Accelerated Degree Programs Bachelor of Science Degree in Virtualization and Cloud Computing provides a wide range of courses for students interested in a career as a computer network architect.  Computer network architects design and build data communication networks, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and intranets. These networks range from a small connection between two offices to a multinational series of globally distributed communications systems.  Today’s environment requires those who are proficient in virtualization and cloud computing. Classes are taught by experienced professionals in the various areas. The School of Accelerated Degree Programs general education requirements of the university must be met by each student. The Bachelor of Science Degree in Virtualization and Cloud Computing requires 57-semester hours of credit in the major beyond the general education requirements. The student will work with a faculty advisor to determine an appropriate sequence of courses from the following lists of nine and ten credit hour clusters.

Network Technician Cluster

ICS 11100Cisco I-Introduction to Networks

5

ICS 11200Cisco II-Routing and Switching Essentials

5

Network Administrator Cluster

ICS 21100Cisco III-Scaling Networks

5

ICS 21200Cisco IV-Connecting Networks

5

Prerequisites: ICS 11100, ICS 11200.

Network Security and Design Cluster

ICS 31100Cisco V-Implementing Cisco Security

5

ICS 31200Cisco VI-Network Infrastructure Design

5

Prerequisites: ICS 21100, ICS 21200.

Virtualization Fundamentals Cluster

IIT 36600 Fundamentals of Data Center Virtualization

3

IIT 36700 Fundamentals of Cloud Computing

3

IIT 36800 Fundamentals of Desktop and Mobility Virtualization

3

Prerequisites: ICS 31100, ICS 31200.

Virtualization Administration Cluster

IIT 42400 Data Center Virtualization Administration

3

IIT 42500 Cloud Computing Administration

3

IIT 42600 Desktop and Mobility Virtualization Administration

3

Prerequisites: IIT 36600, IIT 36700, IIT 36800.

Project Management/Capstone Cluster

IIT 48100Introduction to the Project Management Body of Knowledge

3

IIT 48200Introduction to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge

3

IIT 48900Information Technology Capstone

3

Prerequisite: Last Cluster in IIT or ICS.