Data Center Technician, Certificate

Location(s): Ankeny, West Des Moines

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This program prepares students to manage the hardware and network infrastructure of a data center. Students learn to install, configure, and troubleshoot servers and networking equipment, monitor system performance, ensure data security, and perform necessary hardware upgrades and maintenance. The curriculum focuses on hardware, networking fundamentals, and cloud services.

Program Details

Locations: Ankeny and West Des Moines

Pathway: Information Technology

Students may start this program Fall and Spring semesters

Program Graduation Requirements

To earn a

Data Center Technician, Certificate a student must complete all required coursework as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 grade point average.

DMACC Important Dates

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Semester 1

BUS 295 - Workplace Professionalism Credits: 2
NET 182 - IT and Security Fundamentals Credits: 3
NET 123 - Computer Hardware Basics Credits: 4

Semester 2

NET 193 - Server Administration Credits: 3
NET 213 - Cisco Networking Credits: 4

Total Credits for Semester 2: 7

Total Credits Required to Complete this Award - 16

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$215.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

	Semester 1	Semester 2	Semester 3	Semester 4	Semester 5
Books (approximate)
Supplies

Approximate total cost for the program: **

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

Data Center Technicians
Data Center Operations Technicians
Data Center Specialists
Data Center Inventory Control Technicians

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems
Communicate verbally and in writing
Be self-motivated
Adapt to emerging technologies
Concentrate for long periods of time
Work in a team environment
Meet deadlines

What Else Should I Consider about this Program or Career Choice?

Coursework represents current development techniques and technologies which are rapidly changing, and you will learn new technologies often in an Information Technology career
You will have a skilled trade • Consider additional courses in related areas such as Network Administration and Cybersecurity
Employers value experience, which many students gain through internships, consider an internship to prepare to enter the workforce

Program Competencies

Demonstrate an effective understanding of computer server hardware and operating systems
Exhibit knowledge of infrastructure cabling practices
Demonstrate an effective understanding of computer and network hardware installation, troubleshooting and repair
Exhibit proficiency in communication systems and cloud delivered network services
Demonstrate competence in IT fundamentals and computer security

Competencies revised date

FY2027

Nondiscrimination Statement

It is the policy of Des Moines Area Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.

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