Faculty of Information & Communications Technology
Occupational Certificate: Cloud Administrator
Occupational Certificate: Cloud Administrator NQF 4 – SAQA ID 118699
This qualification prepares learners to function as Cloud Administrators, responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting cloud platforms and computing resources. It ensures the seamless delivery of cloud services and the maintenance of security protocols to protect cloud environments.
Possible Career Choices
- Cloud Administrator
- Cloud Support Technician
- IT Systems Administrator
- Cloud Infrastructure Specialist
Entry Requirements
- NQF Level 3 qualification
Course Content
The qualification consists of the following compulsory modules:
1. Knowledge Modules:
- Introduction to Cloud Computing
- Cloud Computing Elements
- Containers, Cloud Native, and Kubernetes
- Cloud Security, Risks, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigation
- Data and Databases in the Cloud
- Fundamentals of Cloud Computing Platforms
- Introduction to Cloud Computing Governance, Legislation, and Ethics
- 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR) and Future Skills
- Design Thinking Principles for Innovation
2. Practical Skill Modules:
- Conduct Effective Server Maintenance and Optimization
- Monitor On-Demand Availability of Data Storage and Services
- Provide Cloud Network Administration and Support
- Implement Security Measures to Ensure Cloud Ecosystem Integrity
3. Work Experience Modules:
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- Apply Cloud Administration Skills in a Real-World Environment
- Manage Cloud Services and Infrastructure
- Implement and Monitor Cloud Security Protocols