Certificate of Completion in VMware Network Administrator

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Field of Interest

Field of Interest: Computer and Information Technology

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in VMware Network Administrator program is designed to help students prepare for VMware industry certifications and work in a variety of information technology environments including software-defined data centers. Courses will build the knowledge and skills for students to design, install, configure, troubleshoot, and manage virtual environments and help prepare students for the CompTIA A+, CompTIA Linux +, CompTIA Network +; VMware VCA, VCP, and/or VCAP-NV Deploy certification exams. Students can also pursue additional Certificates of Completion (CCLs) in a variety of specializations within the information technology field to deepen their knowledge and skills and to help prepare them for multiple industry certification examinations. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Network and Systems Administration is also available.

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Field of Interest
Computer and Information Technology
Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
VMware Network Administrator (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5032
Total Credits Required
24-28
Catalog Year
2023-2024
Effective Term
Fall 2022
Notes

Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

Students who pursue this Certificate of Completion (CCL) should have a basic level of computer literacy including navigating the internet and computer systems or take CIS105 as indicated in the required courses. Students with the requisite skills may have the CIS105 requirement waived by permission of the Program Director.
Courses within any of the following prefixes must be taken within five (5) years prior to completion of the program to be applied toward this award: AIM, BPC, CIS, CLD, CNT, CSC, ITS, and MST.

What You’ll Learn

This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of concepts and theories of virtualization and cloud computing.
  2. Apply virtualization concepts to hardware hierarchies.
  3. Design, install, configure, and manage VMware environments including basic network functions.
  4. Optimize and scale vSphere.
  5. Troubleshoot and document virtual networks.
  6. Build an enterprise level virtual network infrastructure using industry best practices.

Career Opportunities

Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.

Computer and Information Systems Managers

$158,204

Computer Network Architects

$124,083

Computer Network Support Specialists

$66,172

Computer Systems Analysts

$104,774

Information Security Analysts

$109,863

Network and Computer Systems Administrators

$88,405

* Career and wage information provided by Lightcast using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources and Lightcast’s proprietary analytical processes. Lightcast’s data covers multiple classes of workers including QCEW, non-QCEW, and those who are self-employed.Disclaimer

Course Sequence by Term

The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:

  • Students should meet withan academic advisorto develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Pathway Planner tool in yourStudent Centerto manage your plan.
  • The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
  • Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
  • Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.

Option 1 Sequence

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Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken duringTerm 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems Critical courseOR Permission of Program Director CS 0–3
CIS126DL or
CIS126RH		 Linux Operating SystemorRed Hat System Administration I 3
CIS189 Virtualization and IT Solutions for Digital Businesses Critical courseGateway course 3
CIS190 or
CNT140AB		 Introduction to NetworkingorIntroduction to Networks CNT140ABis recommended for students pursuing a Cisco Certification 3–4

Term 2

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken duringTerm 2
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
BPC170 A+ Exam Prep: Computer Hardware Configuration and Support 3
BPC270 A+ Exam Prep: Operating System Configuration and Support 3
CIS197 VMware ESXI Server Enterprise Students may be able to accelerate their learning by taking 8-week courses 3

Term 3

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken duringTerm 3
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
CIS198 VMware vSphere: Optimize and Scale Students may be able to accelerate their learning by taking 8-week courses 3

Term 4

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken duringTerm 4
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
CIS200 VMware NSX: Install, Configure, Manage Students may be able to accelerate their learning by taking 8-week courses 3

Option 2 Sequence

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Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken duringTerm 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems Critical courseOR Permission of Program Director CS 0–3
CIS126DL or
CIS126RH		 Linux Operating SystemorRed Hat System Administration I 3

Term 2

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken duringTerm 2
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
CIS189 Virtualization and IT Solutions for Digital Businesses Critical courseGateway course 3
CIS190 or
CNT140AB		 Introduction to NetworkingorIntroduction to Networks CNT140ABis recommended for students pursuing a Cisco Certification 3–4

Term 3

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken duringTerm 3
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
BPC170 A+ Exam Prep: Computer Hardware Configuration and Support 3
BPC270 A+ Exam Prep: Operating System Configuration and Support 3

Term 4

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken duringTerm 4
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
CIS197 VMware ESXI Server Enterprise Students may be able to accelerate their learning by taking 8-week courses 3

Term 5

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken duringTerm 5
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
CIS198 VMware vSphere: Optimize and Scale Students may be able to accelerate their learning by taking 8-week courses 3

任期6

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during任期6
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
CIS200 VMware NSX: Install, Configure, Manage Students may be able to accelerate their learning by taking 8-week courses 3

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Course Area Key

Gateway Course= Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.

Critical Course= A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.

  • CS= Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application

Disclaimer

Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.

Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.

At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, meet withan academic advisorto discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.

View MCCCD’sofficial curriculum documentationfor additional details regarding the requirements of this award(https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm11?id=174700).