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Cloud Network Technology

The Cloud Network Technology program is designed for entry-level students to develop skills needed to gain employment as cloud practitioners, computer network technicians, configuration and support technicians, and network and computer systems administrators. Students progress through classes in maintenance and repair of Microsoft Windows and Linux Operating systems implemented in physical and cloud-based environments. Students are prepared for industry certifications, including CCNA, Linux+ and AWS Cloud Practitioner.

Program Map: Guide to program costs, careers, and classes.

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, Spring

AAS - Transfer
6 Quarters
92 Credits
All program lengths are estimates and are not guarantees. For the most current program information, check with an adviser by calling (425) 235-5840.
Median Salary
$61,800
Projected Growth
7%
Annual Job Openings
3,960

Federal Gainful Employment Information

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These amounts are based on median entry level wages, they are estimates and are not guarantees. For more information, visit careerinfo.net

Tuition

At Renton Technical College, tuition is affordable and competitive.

Financial Aid

Federal aid is available for most students to help pay for school. Fill out your FAFSA now to get started.

Scholarships

The RTC Foundation offers scholarships to help pay the costs of attending school.

All costs are estimates and are not guarantees. For the most current program information, check with an adviser by calling (425) 235-5840.

Please see the online class schedule for day & time information.

Colleen Day, William Sanderson, Ren Tarvin

Entry Requirements

Admission Requirements

  • No admission requirements
Upcoming Registration dates:
  1. Connect with an Entry Adviser and complete the Admissions Application to get a student ID number
  2. Plan how to Pay for College
  3. Register for classes once registration opens (check Academic Calendar for dates). Directions for how to register can be found here: ctcLink for Students page.
    • Required for first quarter:
      • IT 101
      • ENGL& 101 English Composition
      • COL 101 College Success

        • If you have attended college previously and earned 45 college-level credits (with a 2.0 or higher) you may be able to waive this course. Please email the adviser you have been working with to check.

    • Highly Recommended
      • We recommend that you add a math class in your first quarter. One of these classes is required for graduation but you may choose to take the class later on in the program (if you choose to take the class later it may take you longer to graduate). Taking this class during your first quarter will result in a heavier than average full-time course workload. Refer to the class schedule for math options (MATH& 107, MATH& 141, or MATH& 146).
For help or additional questions, please contact advising:

Info Sessions via Zoom

This session will provide information specifically about Cloud Network Technology program.

If you have any questions about the virtual information sessions, please contact Colleen Day, Instructor, at cday@rtc.edu.

Session dates/times:

  • TBA

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Course Information

Requirements for AAS-T Degree:

Course # Course Title Credits
COL 101 College Success 2
IT 101 Fundamentals of Computing 5
CNT 140 Routing and Switching I 5
CNT 150 Routing and Switching II 5
CNT 156 Bits and Bytes of Cloud Computing 5
CNT 160 Foundations and Operations of Cloud Computing 5
CNT 180 Introduction to Programming 5
CNT 254 Network Infrastructure 5
CNT 256 Cloud Solutions Architect 5
CNT 259 Secure Enterprise Networks 5
CNT 262 Introduction to Databases with SQL 5
CNT 263 Linux Essentials 5
CNT 290 Next Level Networking Topics 5
or CNT 294 Internship/Cooperative Education 5
  General Education - Communications Distribution (ENGL& 101 required for AAS-T) 5
  General Education - Social Science Distribution 5
  General Education - Math Distribution (AMATH 190 recommended)** 5
  General Education - Math/Comm/Humanities/Soc Sci 5
MATH or MATH& General education transfer mathematics 5
  General education elective (see last tabs for class lists) 5
  Total 92

*Transfer math courses may have prerequisites. Students can successfully complete AMATH 190 to fulfill prerequisite requirements as well as count towards one of their general education elective options.

Requirements for Certificate:

Course # Course Title Credits
COL 101 College Success 2
CNT 140 Routing and Switching I 5
CNT 150 Routing and Switching II 5
CNT 156 Bits and Bytes of Cloud Computing 5
CNT 160 Foundations and Operations of Cloud Computing 5
IT 101 Fundamentals of Computing* 5
  General Education - Communications Distribution (ENGL& 101 required for AAS-T) 5
  General Education - Social Science Distribution 5
  General Education - Math Distribution (AMATH 190 recommended)** 5
  General Education - Math/Comm/Humanities/Soc Sci 5
  Total 47

*Transfer math courses may have prerequisites. Students can successfully complete AMATH 190 to fulfill prerequisite requirements as well as count towards one of their general education elective options.

Program Outcomes

Obtain knowledge and experience in the computer networking field.

  • Possess technical skills to successfully manage and troubleshoot system environments running on the Windows and Linux operating systems in cloud, on-premise and hybrid cloud environments.
  • Develop knowledge and skills necessary to gain employment as computer network technicians or related roles.
  • Be prepared to participate in computer networking industry certification processes, e.g., TestOut PC Pro, TestOut ServerPro, TestOut LinuxPro, TestOut SecurityPro, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Linux+ and AWS Cloud Practitioner.

Accreditation

External accreditation is not applicable to this program.


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