The one-year Specialized Diploma in Cloud Infrastructure and Architecture is designed for working professionals or individuals with education in related fields to help excel as a Cloud Architect. The diploma focuses on Cloud fundamentals, Cloud Databases, Cloud Storage, Networking Hosting, Data ETL & Data Security.
The program concentrates on teaching and designing cloud infrastructure for native and hybrid applications, capped with a capstone to give you real-world experience.
Successful interview with school administration required of all applicants. Students must meet ONE of the following criteria:
Standard Admission
- Alberta high school diploma, verified by transcript, or non-Alberta equivalent.
- High School diplomas that are not from Canada must be verified by IQAS or the World Education Services Gateway Program.
- 55% in Math 30-1 or 60% in Math 30-2 and 55% in English language Arts 30-1 or 60% English Language Arts 30-2.
Mature Admission
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Must complete an academic achievement test to demonstrate required competency.
- Passing score on CAST level 3 OR Grade 12 equivalent on Wonderlic (Verbal 303-321; Quantitative 294-313)
Additional Requirements
In addition to the criteria listed above, all applicants must:
- Minimum 1 year experience working in related discipline. OR,
- Prior Knowledge in IT Infrastructure/Network related technologies or in related discipline. It will be evaluated and tested as part of admission screening process. OR,
- Minimum 1 year Certificate/Diploma in the field of IT/Business/Network related courses.
Residency and English Language Proficiency requirements
Graduates of this course can earn upto $80K-$150K. For more info please visit Government of Canada - Alberta Wages
Graduates of Specialized Diploma in Cloud Infrastructure and Architecture program have a range of career opportunities available to them in various sectors. Here are some potential career paths:
- Cloud Software Solutions Analyst
- Information Technology Analyst
- Cloud System Admin
- Network Specialist
- Junior Cloud Architect
