Online Undergraduate Certificate in Cloud Computing
Many businesses prioritize adopting cloud computing solutions to streamline their operations, better support their customers and remain agile in an ever-changing world. The cloud impacts global companies such as Amazon Web Services, Google and Microsoft as well as the many small business and tech start-ups who recognize it is the best way for them to build, store and utilize their data.
IT professionals with a cloud computing certificate and the strong technical knowledge to help implement these cloud-based solutions can become a critical component to their future success as the cloud becomes a permanent fixture for end users and service providers.
At DeVry University, our online certificate program can help prepare you with the skills needed to build a career as a cloud computing professional. Elements of our curriculum can also help you prepare to look at industry-recognized tech certifications like:
- Comp TIA IT Fundamentals
- Comp TIA Linux+
- Comp TIA Network+
- Comp TIA Cloud+
- Comp TIA Security+
When you pursue your Undergraduate Certificate in cloud computing at DeVry, you can complete your studies in as little as one year and four months1—or even more quickly with qualifying transfer credits. This certificate can help you build the skills you need to reach your goals as an IT and cloud computing professional.
Want to get started?
100% online cloud computing certificate classes start January 2, 2023.
Quick Facts
How long is the Program?
- 14 courses
- 40 minimum credit hours
- One year and four months—or even more quickly with qualifying transfer credits1
What You Can Learn in the Cloud Computing Certificate Program
As part of our undergraduate Cloud Computing certificate program, you will get hands-on experience using digital devices, sensors and cloud-based tools to build relevant IoT systems.
Our online cloud computing certificate program will also cover the following skills to help you learn the fundamentals:
Wired, Optical and Wireless Technologies
Learn to understand the operation, regulation and trends related to wired, optical and wireless technologies. The skills learned in this program will help you as you attempt to set up and connect devices to one another — an essential step for all cloud computing.
Cloud Computing
Find out how to deploy cloud environments and services. Using these environments, you can access remotely stored data and operate hardware from a distance to take advantage of superior computing power.
Data Center Virtualization
Support data center operations and implement virtualization configurations. Learn to manage data centers and design storage solutions that are intuitive to both IT professionals and laypeople who rely on these services.
Network Design
Discover ways to develop enterprise and cloud-based systems that enable users to take advantage of increased computing power. Done properly, this can increase organizational efficiency and data security.
Networking and Security
Produce, secure, operate and troubleshoot small enterprise networks. Learn to build data transfer protocols that protect sensitive data while promoting quick transfer of files and information.
Operating Systems
Learn to install and configure operating systems using Command Line Interface (CLI). An understanding of the CLI is essential to setting up networks in an intuitive and efficient manner.
Cloud Computing Certificate Admission Requirements
Students must place in MATH062 & ENGL062 or above. To begin program coursework, students must complete a transitional studies course2 first, if applicable.
Cloud Computing Certificate Financial Aid
We can make your undergraduate certificate in Cloud Computing at DeVry more affordable. For example, during the 2020-2021 award year, DeVry University has assisted students by awarding more than $57 Million in student financial assistance3 through partner tuition savings, institutional scholarships and university grants.
Job Opportunities in the Cloud Computing Field
Graduates of DeVry’s online Cloud Computing certificate program may consider the following careers in IT and network development:
- Cloud Support Specialist
Cloud support specialists offer cloud support and serve as the initial contact for customers, whether via chat, email or phone. These professionals manage intake queues to provide rapid response. This position combines elements of technical knowledge, customer service and project management.
- Cloud Services Associate
Cloud service associates help individuals and businesses take their computing infrastructures and applications into the cloud. They may work directly at a customer's site or provide assistance to another associate who works for the company setting up a cloud network.
- Computer Network Support Specialist
Also called technical support specialists, they analyze, troubleshoot and evaluate computer network problems. Support specialists need to have excellent communication skills and a high level of technical knowledge in order to assuage customer concerns and familiarize customers with new system setups.
- Entry Level Network System Administrator
Design, deploy and administer wireless infrastructure and supporting network systems. These entry-level professionals help companies and individuals by building better, more connected networks based on the needs of a client.
- Network Technician
Troubleshoot software and hardware issues to determine where repairs need to be made and then plan those repairs. Technicians primarily rely on their technical skills but also need to have decent communication skills in order to explain issues to customers in clear, decipherable terms.
Program Courses
The cloud computing courses and other skills-focused courses that make up this program cover such topics as fundamentals, information systems security and more. The core coursework of this program is designed to help you learn skills such as data center virtualization, converged networks and wired, optical and wireless communications. Some of these skills are taught through hands-on labs that provide you with real-world learning scenarios.
Mathematics
| MATH114 | Algebra for College Students |
Tech Core
| CEIS101C | Introduction to Technology and Information Systems |
| CEIS106 | Introduction to Operating Systems |
| CEIS110 | Introduction to Programming |
| NETW191 | Fundamentals of Information Technology & Networking |
| NETW211 | Fundamentals of Cloud Computing |
| SEC285 | Fundamentals of Information Systems Security |
Network Systems Administration
| NETW310 | Wired, Optical and Wireless Communications with Lab |
| NETW320 | Converged Networks with Lab |
Cloud Based Virtualization
| NETW404 | Data Center Virtualization |
| NETW414 | Cloud Computing Architecture |
| WEB375 | Web Architecture with Lab |
Career Preparation
| CEIS299 | Careers and Technology |
| CEIS499 | Preparation for the Profession |
Cloud Computing Certificate FAQs
What is cloud computing in simple terms?
In simple terms, cloud computing refers to remote computer services, such as hardware or storage, that can be accessed remotely via a stable internet connection. Before cloud computing, organizations had to purchase, maintain and house a stack of servers somewhere in the office. Today, companies can rent cloud servers in data centers all over the world. Using these servers, they can host their own email addresses, store their data and take advantage of a variety of services to businesses and individuals via the internet.
Put more technically, cloud computing is the on-demand delivery of computer resources such as email, data storage, natural language processing, databases and software. While most people only pay attention to the storage elements (for instance, using Google Drive or Microsoft SharePoint to store a document that multiple people need to access), there are hardware advantages too.
A good example of cloud hardware usage can be found at design companies. Instead of purchasing an expensive machine capable of running CAD software, companies can now access this intensive software through less-powerful machines that remotely operate powerful machines via the cloud.
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Build Skills with Stackable Degrees
Earn a Credential at Every Step
You don’t have to wait four years to show a credential on your resume. At DeVry, several programs are designed to stack. You can start with a shorter credential, such as an undergraduate certificate in cloud computing, that takes less time. This program is designed to be flexible to fit your life and earns you a credential that you can make use of in a professional environment.
These credentials are gained through flexible online and on-site classes that help you build your professional skills right away. Best of all, every course counts toward the next degree level.4
How Do Credentials Stack?
This online Cloud Computing certificate program can serve as a building block to our Bachelor’s in Information Technology and Networking through the Cloud Based Networking and Virtualization specialization. If you choose to continue with your education at DeVry upon earning your Cloud Computing certificate, all qualifying credits gained through these programs will apply towards your bachelor’s degree noted above at DeVry.4
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1Not including breaks. Assumes year-round, full-time enrollment.
2Transitional studies coursework may affect program length and cost.
3Data is inclusive of all partner tuition savings, institutional scholarships and grants for the period for July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2021.
4The figures displayed represent the minimum credit hours required for graduation. At the time of application to the next credential level, an evaluation of qualifying transfer credit will occur and the most beneficial outcome will be applied.
**The figures displayed represent the minimum credit hours required for graduation. Additional coursework may be necessary to complete program requirements.
