VMware Systems Administrator

This award is not eligible for Financial Aid

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in VMware Systems 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. The program introduces vSphere and VMware ESXi server in the enterprise and covers many aspects of virtualization for VMware ESXi server administration. It includes advanced skills for configuring and maintaining a highly available and scalable virtual infrastructure and is designed to prepare students for the VMware Certified Technical Associate (VCTA) and VMware Certified Professional (VCP) 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.

This is a Fast Track Certificate, which can be completed in two semesters or less.

Details

Field of Interest
Computer and Information Technology
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
VMware Systems Administrator (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5033N
Total credits required
12
Catalog Year
2024-2025
Effective Term
Fall 2024
Admission criteria

This Certificate of Completion (CCL) is intended for industry professionals with the requisite experience. To pursue this CCL, students must complete the prerequisites to the courses within the Required Courses area as follows OR receive permission of the Program Director:

CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems 3

+ BPC170 A+ Exam Prep: Computer Hardware Configuration and Support (3) AND
+ BPC270 A+ Exam Prep: Operating System Configuration and Support (3) OR
MST150++ Any Windows Operation Course (3) 3-6

CIS126DL Linux Operating System (3) OR
CIS126RH Red Hat System Administration I (3) 3

+ CIS190 Introduction to Networking (3) OR
CNT140AB Introduction to Networks (3) 3

Students also have the option to complete the full CCL in this program, VMware Network Administrator (major code 5032), that includes the prerequisites and required courses.

Notes

This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

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: BPC, CIS, CNT and MST.

What You'll Learn
  • Apply virtualization concepts to hardware hierarchies.
  • Manage VMware environments including basic network functions.
  • Troubleshoot virtual networks.
  • Build an enterprise level virtual network infrastructure using industry best practices.

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 Arizona-based 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

$153,060

Computer Network Architects

$118,810

Computer Network Support Specialists

$62,540

Computer Systems Analysts

$98,470

Information Security Analysts

$108,640

Network and Computer Systems Administrators

$87,900

* Career and wage information provided by Pipeline AZ using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources. Sources

Course Sequence by Term

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

  • Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to 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.

Part-time Sequence

Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.

Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
CIS197 VMware ESXI Server Enterprise 3

Term 2

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 2
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Credits
CIS198 VMware vSphere Operate, Scale and Secure 3
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.

This certificate is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.

View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm11?id=183166).

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, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.

Previous Catalog Years

The pathway map presented above is for the current catalog year and is the intended pathway map for new students. All previous catalog years for this pathway map are available at the link below.

Previous catalog years for Certificate of Completion (CCL) in VMware Systems Administrator