| Initiative Title | Create Cloud Computing degree / certificate |
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| Submitted in Previous Year(s) | 2017 |
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| Critical Information, Notes, Justification, Rationale | Cloud Computing is a field showing incredible growth. However, since this a relatively new field, there is a decided lack of skilled professionals with training or credentials in this area. Many colleges are not yet in a position to offer a degree or certificate in this field. Fortunately, we have both the requisite knowledge, and a platform prototype (our OpenStack cluster) to deliver such a degree. This is a perfect time to take advantage of this emerging trend.
We have had conversations with PTECH coordinators concerning the possible adoption of PTECH students into this program. PTECH is currently in the process of moving forward in getting approval from their steering committee (IBM, the school district, and SUNY Orange) to include this degree path. |
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| Consequences of this initiative not being funded | We need to expand our offerings to match emerging technology trends in industry. If we fail to keep in step with industry expectations, our students will not have the requisite skills to obtain employment. |
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| Programs | |
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| Locations | Main Campus |
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| Will this initiative span multiple budget years? | No |
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| Importance | Medium |
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| Funding Source | Request for Prioritization |
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| Created | 11/26/2018 7:48 pm |
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| Updated | 11/30/2018 11:12 pm |
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Institutional Goals
| Goal |
How will the initiative support this institutional goal? |
- COLLEGE GOALS as of 2011
- 1. To provide high quality academic courses and programs that prepare a diverse student population to achieve its educational, employment and enrichment goals.
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Cloud Computing is a field showing incredible growth. However, since this a relatively new field, there is a decided lack of skilled professionals with training or credentials in this area. |
- STRATEGIC PLAN 2015-2020
- PRIORITY II: Student Support and Success: We will support our students in achieving their educational and career goals.
- c: Increase student retention, completion, transfer, and employment readiness.
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Prepares students for employment in one of the fastest growing IT fields. |
- ACADEMIC MASTER PLAN 2016-2020
- Programming
- Objective #1: Offer valuable academic programming by maintaining relevance and timeliness of programming throughout the college.
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Cloud Computing is a field showing incredible growth. However, since this a relatively new field, there is a decided lack of skilled professionals with training or credentials in this area. Many colleges are not yet in a position to offer a degree or certificate in this area. Fortunately, we have both the requisite knowledge, and a platform prototype (our OpenStack cluster) to deliver such a degree. This is a perfect time to take advantage of this emerging trend |
Action Steps
| Action Step |
Responsible Party |
Order |
| Re-visit, review and re-define the details of this degree program |
Bruce Roman |
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| Propose a 64 credit course outline |
Bruce Roman |
2 |
| Validate this degree program's viability with area IT Managers |
Bruce Roman |
3 |
| Assess what additions to teaching staff will be needed to support this degree |
Bruce Roman |
4 |
Expected Outcomes
| Outcome |
Order |
| We will be the first to offer this targeted and highly focused degree program |
1 |
Assessment Methods
| Method |
Description |
Other Method |
Responsible Party |
| Observations |
Information can be collected while observing “events” (including, sponsored activities, student {office staff} sessions, etc.) in the natural setting. Observation can provide information on student behaviors and attitudes. |
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Bruce Roman |
| Tracking |
Usage of programs, services, participation can be tracked; demographic information may also be able to be collected. |
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Bruce Roman |
Resources
| INITIAL YEAR COST: |
$1.00 |
| RECURRING COST: |
$0.00 |
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| Uncertain |
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- Computer Science and Technology
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$1.00 / $0.00 |
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Prioritization
This is initiative is ready for prioritization.
Assessment
| Date | Department Name | Status | Cost to Date | Funding Source | |
| No results found. |