Certificate Program in Cloud Computing

This fall, the Professional and Continuing Education division at the University of Washington is introducing a new certificate program in cloud computing. It consists of three consecutive courses taken on Monday nights throughout the fall, winter and spring terms. In keeping with the cloud theme, you can attend either in person at the UW campus, or online. The cost is US $2577 for the program.

The organizers invited me on to a call this morning to learn about this new program. The curriculum looks good, covering everything from cloud fundamentals to big data. The instructors are taking a very project-based approach to teaching, which I always find is the best way to learn any technology.

It is encouraging to see continuing ed departments address the cloud space. Clearly they’ve noted a demand for more structured education in cloud technology. No doubt we will see many programs similar to this one appear in the future.