Cloud Networking Solutions
Overview
In today's job market, key computing careers include Cloud Architect, Cloud Security Engineer, Cloud Developer, Cloud Administrator, and Cloud Consultant. These roles require expertise in designing, securing, and managing cloud infrastructures to meet the rising demand for cloud services.
The Cloud Networking Solutions Certificate prepares students to understand, build, deploy, and maintain cloud-based solutions with secure access. The curriculum focuses on computer networking, virtualization, data security, IT support for cloud systems, and project management.
Program Type
Academic CertificateHow to Enroll
To pursue this degree, you must apply to MTC using our online application.
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Sample Program Plan and Costs
Class Delivery Methods
View current courses offered via our online course directory.
| On-Campus | Traditional. Classes meet on campus. |
|---|---|
| Virtual | 100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom. |
| Hybrid | Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual. |
| Online | 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time. |
Full Time Schedule
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (12 Credit Hours) |
IST-163 |
Introduction to Server Networking Configuration and Administration Introduction to Server Networking Configuration and Administration ID: IST-163 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of installing and configuring a local area network (LAN). Tasks will include system design, installation and configuration, system policies, partitions, files, volume, and support of applications running under the server software. Additionally, remote access service (RAS), Internet service, and compatibility issues will be introduced. |
3 | ||||
| IST-193 |
Linux Security Administration Linux Security Administration ID: IST-193 Credit Hours: 3 This course will provide students with the skills necessary to implement and administer basic LINUX security policies, including authentication, securing network applications, system monitoring, encryption, and others. |
• | 3 | ||||
| IST-200 |
Cisco LAN Concepts Cisco LAN Concepts ID: IST-200 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of small local area networks - home and small office/home offices (SOHO) networks. Topics include an introduction to networking, basic cabling for SOHO, LAN addressing and network services, basic security and wireless, planning and building a home network. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| IST-291 |
Fundamentals of Network Security I Fundamentals of Network Security I ID: IST-291 Credit Hours: 3 This course is the study of intro levels of security processes based on a security policy, emphasizing hands-on skills in the areas of secure perimeter, security connectivity, security management, identity services, and intrusion detection. The course prepares students to manage network security. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Semester 2 (12 Credit Hours) |
CPT-180 |
Shell Scripting Shell Scripting ID: CPT-180 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of shell scripting and emphasizes the designing, coding, and testing of scripts. This course will cover shell scripting from both the command line and the Graphical User Interface. |
• | 3 | |||
| IST-164 |
Implementing Network Infrastructure Serv Implementing Network Infrastructure Serv ID: IST-164 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the fundamentals of installing, configuring and utilizing windows networking services while exploring techniques used to design, create and implement secure communications across the networks, which may consist of multiple vendors. Emphasis is also provided on support of remote users and central management concepts. |
• | 3 | ||||
| IST-196 |
Cloud Storage Fundamentals Cloud Storage Fundamentals ID: IST-196 Credit Hours: 3 This course is the study of network and cloud-based storage technologies, cloud computing networks, and data management processes in a storage environment. The course prepares students to provide network and cloud-based storage support to businesses. |
3 | |||||
| IST-198 |
Cloud Essentials Cloud Essentials ID: IST-198 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of cloud computing as a framework for providing network access to shared computing resources including storage, network, server and virtualization infrastructures. |
3 | |||||
| Semester 3 (6 Credit Hours) |
IST-165 |
Implementing & Admini Directory Services Implementing & Admini Directory Services ID: IST-165 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of directory services covering the planning, design, installation, configuration and administration of a network directory structure. |
• | 3 | |||
| IST-295 |
Fundamentals of Voice Over IP Fundamentals of Voice Over IP ID: IST-295 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introduction to features of Voice over IP protocols, including VOIP hardware selection and network design considerations. Concepts include analog and digital voice encoding signaling and Quality of Service (QOS) and troubleshooting and configuration of VOIP networks. |
3 | |||||
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$6,000.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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Part Time Schedule
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (6 Credit Hours) |
IST-163 |
Introduction to Server Networking Configuration and Administration Introduction to Server Networking Configuration and Administration ID: IST-163 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of installing and configuring a local area network (LAN). Tasks will include system design, installation and configuration, system policies, partitions, files, volume, and support of applications running under the server software. Additionally, remote access service (RAS), Internet service, and compatibility issues will be introduced. |
3 | ||||
| IST-193 |
Linux Security Administration Linux Security Administration ID: IST-193 Credit Hours: 3 This course will provide students with the skills necessary to implement and administer basic LINUX security policies, including authentication, securing network applications, system monitoring, encryption, and others. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 2 (6 Credit Hours) |
IST-200 |
Cisco LAN Concepts Cisco LAN Concepts ID: IST-200 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of small local area networks - home and small office/home offices (SOHO) networks. Topics include an introduction to networking, basic cabling for SOHO, LAN addressing and network services, basic security and wireless, planning and building a home network. |
• | • | • | • | 3 |
| IST-291 |
Fundamentals of Network Security I Fundamentals of Network Security I ID: IST-291 Credit Hours: 3 This course is the study of intro levels of security processes based on a security policy, emphasizing hands-on skills in the areas of secure perimeter, security connectivity, security management, identity services, and intrusion detection. The course prepares students to manage network security. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| Semester 3 (6 Credit Hours) |
CPT-180 |
Shell Scripting Shell Scripting ID: CPT-180 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of shell scripting and emphasizes the designing, coding, and testing of scripts. This course will cover shell scripting from both the command line and the Graphical User Interface. |
• | 3 | |||
| IST-164 |
Implementing Network Infrastructure Serv Implementing Network Infrastructure Serv ID: IST-164 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the fundamentals of installing, configuring and utilizing windows networking services while exploring techniques used to design, create and implement secure communications across the networks, which may consist of multiple vendors. Emphasis is also provided on support of remote users and central management concepts. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 4 (6 Credit Hours) |
IST-196 |
Cloud Storage Fundamentals Cloud Storage Fundamentals ID: IST-196 Credit Hours: 3 This course is the study of network and cloud-based storage technologies, cloud computing networks, and data management processes in a storage environment. The course prepares students to provide network and cloud-based storage support to businesses. |
3 | ||||
| IST-198 |
Cloud Essentials Cloud Essentials ID: IST-198 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of cloud computing as a framework for providing network access to shared computing resources including storage, network, server and virtualization infrastructures. |
3 | |||||
| Semester 5 (6 Credit Hours) |
IST-165 |
Implementing & Admini Directory Services Implementing & Admini Directory Services ID: IST-165 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of directory services covering the planning, design, installation, configuration and administration of a network directory structure. |
• | 3 | |||
| IST-295 |
Fundamentals of Voice Over IP Fundamentals of Voice Over IP ID: IST-295 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introduction to features of Voice over IP protocols, including VOIP hardware selection and network design considerations. Concepts include analog and digital voice encoding signaling and Quality of Service (QOS) and troubleshooting and configuration of VOIP networks. |
3 | |||||
| Total Credit Hours | 30 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$6,000.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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What’s next after I complete this program?
Go straight to the workforce
Upon completion, students will be ready for entry-level positions as a cloud practitioner, demonstrating competence in Storage as a Service (STaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS), while adhering to critical security standards.
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