Cloud Computing Online Degree Program Overview
We live in an online world and the Cloud is at the center of it all. For those who are unschooled in this technology, its sheer size would be difficult to comprehend. As consumers, we use the Cloud every day, each time we Skype, transfer a document on Dropbox or save one on Google Docs. And for most businesses, it’s by far the most cost-effective way to store data and manage IT services. Here are just some of the things we can do with the cloud:
- Store, back up, and recover data
- Stream audio and video
- Create new apps and services
- Deliver software on demand
- Analyze data for patterns
- Host websites and blogs
The National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security have designated ECPI University as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE) for the Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Science: Cyber and Information Security Technology major, Cybersecurity Track through academic year 2023. Designation Letter can be viewed here.
Yes, the Cloud is big and it’s getting bigger. Can you imagine how many people are needed to design and maintain such vast systems?
With the Cloud, geographical boundaries and barriers are erased. That’s sort of the way online education works. No matter where you are or what time it is, the classroom or lab is always open. And if you are enrolled at ECPI University, you can enjoy the same high-quality education online that our on-campus students have received for more than 50 years.
Here’s the best part: At ECPI University Online, it doesn’t take four years to earn your degree. Through our year-round, accelerated schedule, you can earn an Online Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer and Information Science with a major in Cyber and Information Security Technology and a track in Cloud Computing in just 2.5 years.
The Computer and Information Science programs are delivered online or through a campus-based hybrid model.
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BUS121 | BUS121 Introduction to Business | 3.00 |
| PMT472 | PMT472 Applied Project Management | 3.00 |
| PMT472L | PMT472L Applied Project Management LAB | 1.00 |
| CIS126 | CIS126 Introduction to Programming | 3.00 |
| CIS142 | CIS142 Introduction to Cloud Solutions | 3.00 |
| CIS150 | CIS150 Introduction to Networking | 3.00 |
| CIS206 | CIS206 Linux Administration | 3.00 |
| CIS212 | CIS212 Principles of Cybersecurity | 3.00 |
| CIS223 | CIS223 Introduction to Databases | 3.00 |
| CIS123 | CIS123 Introduction to Python Scripting | 3.00 |
| Credit Hour(s) total | 28.00 | |
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CAP480 | CAP480 Arts and Sciences Capstone | 3.00 |
| COM115 | COM115 Principles of Communication | 3.00 |
| ENG110 | ENG110 College Composition | 3.00 |
| ENG120 | ENG120 Advanced Composition | 3.00 |
| HUM205 | HUM205 Culture and Diversity: Exploring the Humanities | 3.00 |
| MTH131 | MTH131 College Algebra | 3.00 |
| MTH140 | MTH140 Statistics | 3.00 |
| PSY105 | PSY105 Introduction to Psychology | 3.00 |
| PSY220 | PSY220 Positive Psychology | 3.00 |
| PHY120 | PHY120 Physics | 3.00 |
| PHY120L | PHY120L Physics LAB | 1.00 |
| BIO122 | BIO122 Environmental Biology | 3.00 |
| BIO122L | BIO122L Environmental Biology LAB | 1.00 |
*For allowable substitutions of arts and sciences courses, see the Arts & Sciences Department section in the ECPI University Course Catalog.
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CIS101 | CIS101 Computer Configuration I | 3.00 |
| CIS202 | CIS202 Introduction to Routing and Switching | 3.00 |
| CIS202L | CIS202L Introduction to Routing and Switching LAB | 1.00 |
| CIS204 | CIS204 Intermediate Routing and Switching | 3.00 |
| CIS207L | CIS207L Network Routing and Switching LAB | 1.00 |
| CIS225 | CIS225 Network Protocols and Services | 3.00 |
| CIS245 | CIS245 Windows Client and Server | 3.00 |
| CIS245L | CIS245L Windows Client and Server LAB | 1.00 |
| CIS251 | CIS251 Advanced Windows Server | 3.00 |
| CIS256 | CIS256 Windows Active Directory | 3.00 |
| CIS256L | CIS256L Windows Active Directory LAB | 1.00 |
| CIS321 | CIS321 Network Scripting | 3.00 |
| CIS403 | CIS403 Ethical Hacking | 3.00 |
| CIS425 | CIS425 Advanced Defense and Countermeasures | 3.00 |
| CIS495 | CIS495 Cyber and Network Security Capstone | 3.00 |
| CIS490 | CIS490 Bachelor’s Externship-CIS | 3.00 |
| Course ID | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CIS242 | CIS242 AWS Academy Cloud Foundations | 3.00 |
| CIS253 | CIS253 Network Virtualization Fundamentals | 3.00 |
| CIS253L | CIS253L Network Virtualization Fundamentals Lab | 1.00 |
| CIS305 | CIS305 Advanced Linux Administration | 3.00 |
| CIS305L | CIS305L Advanced Linux Administration LAB | 1.00 |
| CIS335 | CIS335 AI/Machine Learning/Edge Computing | 3.00 |
| CIS335L | CIS335L AI/Machine Learning/Edge Computing Lab | 1.00 |
| Credit Hour(s) total | 15.00 | |
Visit the ECPI University Catalog for the most current program information.
Through ECPI University’s interactive educational program using cloud & virtualization, you can set up servers and software clients, create large storage solutions, utilize cloud technologies, and deploy thin applications for large, medium, and small organizational networks.
At ECPI University, you learn by doing in a “hands-on” classroom environment. This allows you to gain “real world” experience. Specifically, the Online Cloud Computing program track can show you how to:
- Identify customer needs to evaluate network requirements
- Design and secure fault tolerant enterprise networks
- Create virtual solutions for servers
- Install and configure virtual servers and clients
- Use the cloud services for storage and virtualization
- Deploy software applications through thin clients
- Implement and manage virtual servers and data centers
Coursework includes:
- Logic and decision processes
- Problem resolution
- Oral and written communication skills
- Network security in physical and virtual implementations
- Customer service skills
- Ethical and professional practices
ECPI University’s Cyber and Information Security Technology curriculum aims to prepare graduates to sit for IT certification exams related to CompTIA, Cisco Systems, VMWare, and Microsoft.
Upon completion, graduates with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer and Information System with a major in Cyber and Information Security Technology and a track in Cloud Computing could pursue career opportunities across a wide range of industries and businesses in positions such as:
- Network and Datacenter Administrator
- Network Infrastructure Support
- Storage Technology Manager
- Virtual Server Administrator
- Information Technology Solution Providers
- Network Implementation Team
- Network Support and Help Desks
- Information Security Engineer
Students in the Online B.S. in Computer & Information Science program develop planning, design, implementation, and support skills in operating systems, networking, software programs, and security. Students develop additional focused skills based on which major the student pursues. Students also learn principles of excellent customer service in order to assist clients with technical issues.
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Science with a major in Cyber and Information Security Technology, graduates are able to:
Computer and Information Science Outcomes:
- Use processes, tools, and technologies to support an organization
- Lead and work as a member of a technical team
- Apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments
- Identify and use appropriate technical literature
- Engage in continuous professional development through user groups, associations, conferences, readings, research, and other channels.
- Develop and use ethical best practices in the maintenance and security of information and systems
- Use cloud computing tools
Cyber and Information Security Technology Major Outcomes:
- Plan, design, configure and administer a network and security infrastructure
- Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot a network and security infrastructure
- Assess and implement technical and non-technical security controls to protect an organization from threats and vulnerabilities