Program Overview

Mode of delivery and schedule

Hybrid (partly online and partly onsite); Mondays to Fridays

Duration and dates

1185 h over 12 months

Start date: Fall 2025

End date:  To be determined

Information Session: To be determined


Information session

Attending an information session is mandatory. Please click the “Attend an information session” button below to request an online information session with the Pedagogical Counsellor.

Description

This AEC is aimed at those seeking to work in a mixed Microsoft Windows and Linux environments to provide technical assistance on these platforms as well as cloud-based systems and platforms. This program addresses the demand for proficiency in operating systems, virtualization technologies, cloud and network services, security, and selected industry-recognized Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform and Microsoft Azure certifications.

Among the positions the program will provide the skills to fill are:

  • Cloud Administration
  • Support Technician
  • Cloud Network Specialist
  • Cloud Consultant

Courses

This program consists of 12 courses, for a total of 1185 hours. Note that the split of courses between semester may change.

Semester 1

420-750-LA Network Fundamentals – 75 hours

This course introduces the students to the fundamentals of networking. The course will cover the OSI model for understanding the functioning of a network. Students will be introduced to the key components on a typical network. An introduction to the configuration and building of a typical local network will be covered from a practical perspective. Students will complete basic router and switch configurations as well as install virtual machines of various Microsoft Windows and Linux client operating systems.

420-751-LA Windows Desktops – 60 hours

This course introduces the students to the installation and configuration of Microsoft Windows Desktops. Typical company deployment technologies will be covered as well as connecting desktops to Active Directory servers.

420-752-LA Windows Server I – 60 hours

This course introduces students to Microsoft Windows Server installation and configuration. Students will use graphical tools as well as PowerShell to configure Active Directory services in a typical company.

420-762-LA Windows Server II – 60 hours

This course looks at the typical configuration of various services on a Microsoft Windows Server, including Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP.  This course will also cover group policies, as well as patch management of servers and clients.

Semester 2

420-753-LA Linux Administration I – 75 hours

This course is an introduction to the installation, configuration, and administration of a Linux server. Students will learn the various commands utilized in Linux as well as the graphical tools available.

420-754-LA Virtualization Technologies – 75 hours

This course describes the various virtualization technologies used in building a data center. Students will cover the installation and configuration of Microsoft Hyper-V, and VMware vSphere ESXi Servers. In addition, students will be introduced to the various cloud solutions such as Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform, and Microsoft Azure.

420-755-LA Amazon Web Services Fundamentals I – 75 hours

This course is based on the AWS Academy Cloud Foundations course. It provides a detailed overview of cloud concepts, AWS core services, security, architecture, pricing, and support.  In addition, students will cover theory and practical training to help prepare for the following certifications: AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner and AWS Solutions Architect Associate.

420-756-LA Microsoft Azure Fundamentals – 75 hours

This course will provide knowledge of cloud services and how those services are provided with Microsoft Azure. The course will cover cloud concepts, Azure services, Azure workloads, security, and privacy in Azure, as well as Azure pricing and support. Students will be introduced to implementing, managing, and monitoring identity, governance, storage, compute, and virtual networks in a cloud environment, plus provision, size, monitor, and adjust resources, when needed. Students completing this course will be prepared for the following certification: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administration– Associate Exam AZ-104.

420-763-LA Linux Administration II – 60 hours

This course will cover the various services that can be implemented on a Linux server. Students will configure a Linux server with the following services: DNS, Apache, Nginx, sendmail, Postfix, Dovecot, DHCP, samba, LAMP, LEMP, nfs, and Firewall Services.

420-757-LA Google Cloud Platform – 90 hours

This course will cover theory and practical knowledge of the Google Cloud Platform. Students will cover the basics of cloud technology after which they will learn to plan and deploy applications, monitor operations, and manage enterprise solutions. In addition, they will configure access and security for the solutions. The use of Google Cloud Console and the command-line interface to perform common platform-based tasks to maintain one or more deployed solutions will also be covered. Students completing this course will be prepared for the following certification: Google Associate Cloud Engineer (ACE).

420-765-LA Amazon Web Services Fundamentals II – 60 hours

This course will cover the implementation of distributed AWS Cloud Solutions. Students will design, build, deploy, and maintain business applications and critical infrastructure inside the AWS Cloud. In addition, solutions will include the migration of existing network infrastructure to the cloud. Students completing this course will be prepared for the following certification: Associated Certification – AWS and Solutions Architect Associate.

Semester 3

420-758-LA Internship – 420 hours

This course will provide students with the opportunity to be placed within a company to gain hands on experience in the IT field. Students will be able to obtain experience in one or more of the areas covered in the program providing technical support. In addition, students will gain the necessary knowledge and skills to establish professional relationships with users and clients. Students completing this course will also be prepared to work within multidisciplinary teams and they will become familiar with the legal obligations and rules of professional ethics.

Admission Requirements

There are ministerial requirements and there might be specific requirements for each program. Please make sure to check all of them.

Please note that Applicants will also be asked to provide proof of one of the following:

  • Canadian Citizenship
  • Permanent Residency
  • Permanent refugee status (must hold a valid study permit)
  • Valid Student Visa

Ministerial Requirements

Applicants must have a Secondary V diploma or equivalent or have acquired knowledge and skills deemed sufficient by the College for potential success in the program.  More specifically, they must show proof of:

  • A Diploma of High School Studies OR
  • A College Diploma or a University Degree OR
  • A partial high school program, coupled with a recommendation from a current or former employer that you would benefit from pursuing your education at the post-secondary level.

And

The applicant must meet one of the following requirements:

  • Have interrupted studying full-time for at least two consecutive terms or one school year OR
  • Be covered under an agreement between the college and an employer, or benefiting from a government program OR
  • Have completed at least one year of post-secondary studies over a period of one year or more OR
  • Hold a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS/DEP)

Program Specific Requirements

  • Basic computer usage including file structure and knowledge of basic troubleshooting of an operating system.
  • Applicants will be asked to submit their curriculum vitae (CV) and may be interviewed and given an entrance exam in computer fundamentals prior to admission to the program to verify their qualifications.
  • Potential candidates may be required to take an appropriate remedial course(s).
  • Students must also have attained a certain level of mastery of the English language, in order to be able to deal with the course materials.
  • Students’ French language skills will also be assessed prior to starting to ensure their capacity to work in French.

Although not an admission requirement, please see the new French-language requirements for AEC programs in English.

Technical Requirements

Requirements to take part in the instructor-led virtual classes

To take part in the instructor-led virtual classes, you will need a personal computer with these minimal requirements:

  • PC compatible with Windows 10
  • Intel® Core™ i5 Processor
  • 8 GB of RAM
  • Hard drive of 500 GB
  • Network cable or adapter
  • Webcam with microphone
  • High-speed internet (minimum 2 megabits)

How to Apply

1. Attend an information session

The first step in the application process is to sign up for an information session. You can do that by clicking the “Attend an information session” button and completing the form that follows. During the information session, which might be in a group or held individually, the pedagogical counsellor for the program will explain in detail the admission requirements, how the program works, and the application process.  

2. Submit an application for admission

After attending an information session, you will receive an email with detailed application instructions and the link you will use to access Omnivox, Champlain College Saint Lambert’s online application platform. Submit your application for admission via Omnivox by following the instructions provided in the email.

3. Upload all the required documents

You will be asked during the online application process to upload the following required documents.

Proof of residency documents, based on your status:

  • Québec birth certificate OR
  • Canadian birth certificate AND a valid Quebec RAMQ card OR
  • Canadian citizenship card/certificate AND a valid Quebec RAMQ Card OR
  • Permanent resident card AND a CSQ (Certificate of Selection of Quebec) or a valid Quebec RAMQ card in the event that you did not receive a CSQ

Schooling documents:

  • Secondary school, college, or university certificates AND
  • Transcripts for the highest level of schooling completed AND
  • Any other certifications relevant to the program.

Up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV)

4. Await the admission verdict

Once you have submitted all required documents, no further action is needed from you. Our admissions’ team will be reviewing your application, and we will contact you by email as soon as the admission verdict is available. We will also contact you by email should our admissions team require additional documentation or information before an admission decision can be made.

Should you have any questions after submitting your documents and completing your application, please do not hesitate to contact the Continuing Education Department/your program’s dedicated administrative support staff member.

Costs

For more information on the fees for residents and non-residents of Québec and international students, please click here.

Contact Us

Continuing Education – F-151
Champlain College Saint-Lambert
900 Riverside Drive
Saint-Lambert, Québec
J4P 3P2

Directions

(450)-672-7364

continuingeducation@crcmail.net