This microcredential will provide the students with the skills needed to understand and implement basic networking concepts. It will provide the students with the skills needed to install and manage a Windows Server. The student will also learn the components of cloud computing, navigate a cloud infrastructure and deploy the server in the cloud.

Students who successfully complete this Microcredential will be able to:

• Demonstrate an appreciation of the breadth and complexity of the IT communication field.

• Identify and describe the necessary required skills in each of the segments in the IT industry communication sector.

• Design an effective cloud network.

• Demonstrate proficiency in Windows Server.

• Demonstrate the technical understanding of the virtual components in a cloud infrastructure

Required Courses

Course No.	Descriptive Title	Credit Hours
CIS 111	Computer Systems & Applications	3
CIS 106	Cloud Computing Fundamentals	3
CIS 117	Data Communication Concepts	3
CIS 216	Windows Server	3
TOTAL		12

Because a Microcredential is comprised of short course sequences, requirements for a Microcredential are to be completed at DCC. Any exception to this would require departmental approval in order to transfer in credits.

No more than 50% of credits may be accepted in transfer.*

A digital badge will be awarded to students who complete the required coursework and earn a 2.0 or higher in each course.

If the Microcredential contains a certification exam, a successful score on that exam is also required for the award of the Microcredential.

*Certain courses may be required to be taken at DCC; check your specific program for these exceptions.

This microcredential can be stacked into:

Networking Certificate

Computer Information Systems  A.A.S.