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Paul Emery

Paul Emery
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Engineering and Technology

Virtual and Cloud Computing

EDP 312067

Understand the technologies and applications of cloud computing and its virtualization foundation used in servers, desktops, embedded devices and mobile devices. In addition to a full range of enhanced virtualization deployment skills and cloud computing theory, you learn to apply your skills to a variety of open-source and vendor-specific virtualization solutions, including Microsoft Hyper-V, RedHat KVM, VMware and QEMU technologies. With the Professional Series in Virtual and Cloud Computing, you gain the technical expertise and real-world knowledge you need to take advantage of this growing segment of the programming market. Join our email list to stay informed about this program.

Courses

The table contains the required courses for the Professional Series in Virtual and Cloud Computing, as well as the terms they are typically available for enrollment.

3–4 Required Courses, 7 Semester Units (105 Hours of Instruction)

REQUIRED Courses	Course Number	Units/ CEU	Classroom
Agile Development, Virtualization and Cloud Deployment (offered future term)	X422.3	2
Business and Technical Models of Cloud Computing	X422.2	3	Spring Summer
Cloud Computing: Discovering Its Power	X422.4	1	Spring Summer
Cloud Computing: Systems Engineering and Analysis	X422.5	2	Summer
Multivendor Virtualization	X422.1	3	Summer
Optimizing Cloud Computing for Profitability	X415.1	2	Spring Summer
Building Your Private Cloud With Linux	X422.7	2	Fall Spring
Scalable Storage in the Cloud Computing Era (offered future term)	X459.7	2
Virtualization Theory for CPU, Memory and Storage (offered future term)	X422.0	2

Course availability is subject to change.

To enroll, click on a course title above and choose a section.

You may enroll in individual courses without registering for the Professional Series in Virtual and Cloud Computing.

Who Will Benefit

The Professional Series in Virtual and Cloud Computing is ideal if you need a solid foundation in technical cloud computing and its virtualization underpinnings.

Prerequisites for Admission

There are no formal requirements for the Professional Series in Virtual and Cloud Computing. However, it is strongly recommended that you have intermediate computer skills and the ability to write object-oriented program (OOP) code.

You should have convenient root user or administrator access to a robust computer and the ability to install software. You are expected to acquire and install or have access to the software as required for course assignments related to this program. Please refer to the software creator's website or technical support staff about equipment configuration requirements and software compatibility.

Curriculum Requirements

The curriculum consists of 3–4 required courses for a total of 7 semester units (105 hours of instruction).

All coursework must be completed within three years of registering for the program. However, requirements may be updated based on new developments in the field of study; we recommend completing the curriculum in a timely fashion. For more information, please see the completion requirements and the substitutions, waivers and transfer credit policies.

How to Register for This Specialized Program of Study

By registering, you declare your intention to complete the curriculum. To register for the Professional Series in Virtual and Cloud Computing, submit the online registration form with your credit card information or complete the mail-in registration form. The registration fee is nonrefundable.

Estimated Cost

Each course is priced individually, and you pay the course fee at the time of enrollment. The program has an estimated cost of $2,250 (not including course materials or registration fee). Course fees are subject to change.

Contact Information

To contact the department office, email course@unex.berkeley.edu or call (510) 642-4151.

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