Cloud Architecture & Administration (CAA)

Work Term Option (CAAC)

Starts in January, May, September

PGWP-eligible Program

Campus

Newnham

Delivery

Hybrid

Duration

2 Semesters (8 Months)

Study Option

Full-time & Part-time

Credential

Ontario College Graduate Certificate

School

School of Information Technology Administration & Security

Courses

Delivery: At Seneca, courses are delivered in four formats: online, in-person, hybrid (an online, in-person combination) or flexible (offered in-person and online at the same time).

The chart below outlines the delivery options available for each course in this program. For some academic terms, there may be more than one delivery option available. You’ll be able to choose your preferred options when you select classes to build your course schedule. Selection for preferred course delivery will be considered on a first come, first served basis.

International students: The impact of studying from outside of Canada and Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligibility differs significantly based on when you start your program. Please review the PGWP eligibility before choosing your program and course delivery.

Course timing: To allow flexibility for working professionals, some courses in this program may be held on weekday evenings and weekends.

Semester 1

Course Code	Course Name	Winter	Summer	Fall
ACS730	Cloud Automation and Control Systems	In-person	In-person	In-person
	Students will explore cloud hosting models including IaaS, PaaS, Containers, and Serverless, while gaining hands-on experience with Terraform, Git, and CI/CD pipelines. Through project-based learning, students will design, deploy, automate, and manage secure, scalable, and highly available cloud environments using modern DevOps and cloud-native practices.
CLO700	Introduction to Cloud Infrastructure	Hybrid	Hybrid	Hybrid
	Students will explore cloud computing and distributed systems using Microsoft Azure core services and modern cloud technologies. Through hands-on labs and activities, students will develop foundational skills in cloud infrastructure, networking, storage, identity management, scalability, reliability, and security. The course introduces key Azure services and cloud concepts required for modern cloud administration and operations roles.
CLO745	Cloud Architecture	In-person	In-person	In-person
	Students will analyze business and technical requirements to design scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions using AWS services and architecture best practices. The course prepares students for AWS Solution Architect–level concepts by focusing on cloud networking, compute, storage, high availability, security, and infrastructure design. Students will develop technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and cloud solution proposals aligned with modern enterprise requirements and the AWS Well-Architected Framework.
PFC710	Programming for Cloud	In-person	In-person	In-person
	This course provides a comprehensive introduction to programming with Python, specifically tailored for students focusing on cloud infrastructure. Throughout the lab based course, students will learn fundamental programming concepts and techniques, and how to apply them in cloud environments.
PMC720	Project Management	Online	Online	Online
	This course introduces IT project management, covering key concepts like terminology, project life cycles, and essential processes. Students will learn to plan projects, allocate resources, estimate costs, assess risks, and conduct cost/benefit analyses. The course emphasizes strategic leadership, team management, stakeholder engagement, and conflict resolution. It focuses on leveraging modern technology, including cloud computing, to create competitive advantages. Students will explore ethical leadership, fostering inclusivity, and recognizing diverse perspectives to enhance team performance. Additionally, the course covers legal aspects, including compliance with relevant laws to mitigate risks and ensure project success.
SEC715	Security Management	Hybrid	Hybrid	Hybrid
	This course presents the concepts of security management in an organizational context. The course covers the concepts of risk assessment and risk management. Security operations management is also covered in this course in a context of the organization and the cloud. The course also presents important security concepts such as identity and access management, and zero-trust architecture. The course includes a mixture of practical and theoretical skills within a cloud context.

Semester 2

Course Code	Course Name	Winter	Summer	Fall
CAA900	Capstone Project	In-person	In-person	In-person
	This capstone course integrates the knowledge, and technical skills students have developed throughout the program through the design and implementation of a real-world cloud solution. Students will work in teams to plan, architect, deploy, secure, automate, monitor, and present an industry-focused cloud project following modern best practices and the cloud well-architected framework. Emphasis is placed on cloud security, scalability, reliability, DevOps, documentation, business continuity, and professional project presentation.
CLO800	Cloud Integration	Hybrid	Hybrid	Hybrid
	As organizations continue adopting cloud technologies, IT professionals require strong cloud administration and infrastructure management skills. In this course, students will gain hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure administration, including managing cloud resources, virtual machines, storage, networking, identity, monitoring, and security services. Through practical labs and activities, students will learn how to integrate cloud services with enterprise environments and implement reliable, scalable, and secure cloud solutions.
CLO835	Portable Technologies in Cloud	Hybrid	Hybrid	Hybrid
	Students will learn the modern approach to application build and deployment with docker containers and immutable infrastructure. Students will work with containerized applications hosted locally and in the public cloud environment to complete hands-on labs, in-class activities, and projects. Students will gain the skills and learn the tools required to create containerized applications, deploy the applications to the locally and cloud-hosted Kubernetes clusters, maintain and scale the applications, and roll out new application versions. Students will get hands on experience with Kubernetes clusters and applications troubleshooting and understanding of the challenges of observability and operational aspects of the modern distributed cloud-native applications.
DSM760	Data Storage and Management Technologies	In-person	In-person	In-person
	All industries rely on their data for business continuity. Therefore, effective data storage management is a key to ensure organizations are controlling their growing data volumes effectively. Data storage and management solutions are important elements of the IT professionals’ skills. Students will learn through hands-on industry derived activities to support, design and use data storage solutions.
ECR775	Ethics, Compliance and Risk Management	Online	Online	Online
	This course explores legal and ethical issues faced in the information technology field. Students will learn about ethical issues within an organization as they relate to relationships internally as well as with customers, partners, and society. Students will explore how Information systems security and legal compliance are required to protect critical infrastructure, intellectual property created by individuals and organizations alike, and information that individuals believe should be protected from unreasonable intrusion.
SEC815	Incident Response and Forensics	In-person	In-person	In-person
	This course teaches students how to respond to cybersecurity incidents. Students will learn the incident response phases; Preparation, Identification, Containment, Eradiation, Recovery, and Lessons Learned. Understand how to apply the concepts in a real-world situation.
WTP100	Work Term Preparation	Online	Online	Online
	This Work Term Preparation course is designed to empower students with the tools, skills, and strategies needed to navigate the modern job market and achieve long-term career success. Through self-assessment, career exploration, helping students to identify and leverage skills from their existing experiences, students will develop a deep understanding of their personal strengths, values, personality, interests and goals. The course covers essential topics such as crafting professional résumés and cover letters, mastering interview techniques, and building a strong personal brand, including an online presence. Students will learn how to research career pathways, evaluate job market trends, and create actionable career plans tailored to their aspirations. Emphasis is placed on professional communication, networking, workplace readiness, and adapting to diverse organizational cultures. Additionally, the course provides insights into negotiating job offers, managing career transitions, and professional growth. With a focus on lifelong learning and continuous improvement, this course equips students with the confidence and resources to pursue fulfilling careers while remaining adaptable in a dynamic and competitive workforce. Ideal for students preparing to enter the job market or those seeking to refine their career trajectory, this course fosters self-awareness, professional readiness, and strategic career planning.
WTP100 - Work-Integrated Learning option only

Work-Integrated Learning Term

Course Code	Course Name	Winter	Summer	Fall
CAA441	Cloud Architecture and Administration, Work Term	Hybrid Online In-person	Hybrid Online In-person	Hybrid Online In-person
CAA441 - Work-Integrated Learning option only

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