Cloud Computing Accelerated Second Degree (B.S.)
Cloud computing has emerged as a major computer infrastructure technology, and many organizations have moved, or are planning to move, their systems from on-premise equipment to the cloud. This technology has created a large demand for IT professionals with cloud knowledge and skills. The accelerated second degree B.S. in cloud computing may be completed in four semesters, or less, by students who have earned, or are earning, a bachelor's degree in another program. Students admitted to this program must have completed a previous baccalaureate degree, or are completing one, and have met the Liberal Arts Core and possibly some prerequisite requirements (six credits described below).
Upon successful completion of the second degree accelerated cloud computing program, students will be able to
- Identify existing and emerging cloud technology;
- Demonstrate the ability to design, develop, and operate complex multi-cloud architectures to meet business needs;
- Be effective at oral and written communication with business and technology professionals; and
- Work successfully as an individual contributor or as a member of a multicultural team.
Admission Requirements: To be eligible for admission, students must have, or be enrolled in, a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or be completing one.
Residency Requirements: Students must take at least 36 credits at Marymount University.
Program Prerequisites: These courses or their equivalents must be completed prior to starting the accelerated second degree cloud computing program: statistics (equivalent to MA 132) and introductory computing class (equivalent to IT 110).
Minimum Grade Requirements: A minimum grade of C is required in all information technology (IT) courses. A minimum grade of C+ is required for IT 423 and IT 489.
Major Requirements
This degree requires 68 credits.
Sample Degree Plan
Please note that this is a sample plan; all students must consult with an advisor in making course selections.
Semester One — Fall or Spring
Semester Two — Spring or Summer
| IT 125 | Web Development | 3 |
| IT 229 | Advanced Python Applications | 3 |
| IT 208 | Computer Networking | 3 |
| IT 310 | Database Technology | 3 |
| IT 315 | Operating Systems and Virtualization | 3 |
| IT 323 | Junior IT Seminar | 1 |
Semester Three — Summer or Fall
| IT 343 | IT Project Management | 3 |
| IT 351 | Cloud Security and DevSecOps | 3 |
| IT 355 | Software Testing, Documentation, and Quality Assurance | 3 |
| IT 357 | Malware Analysis | 3 |
| IT 370 | Digital Forensics | 3 |
| IT 423 | Senior IT Seminar | 1 |
Semester Four — Fall or Spring