Data Center Curriculum
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Curriculum and Learning Resources
Aligned with Oracle’s leadership in artificial intelligence, Oracle Academy is leading the way with curriculum to prepare the next generation for fulfilling careers in data center technical operations.
Our data center curricula help learners build foundational knowledge and practical, job-ready skills needed to succeed in modern data center careers with industry-aligned education—helping graduates become job ready and able to hit the ground running with real-world operational skills. Designed for community college and technical and vocational education, Oracle Academy data center curricula combines technical concepts with hands-on operational instruction to help educators equip the next generation of AI, cloud, and infrastructure professionals with the confidence, skills, and industry-relevant experience they need to fill entry-level data center technical roles in today’s rapidly evolving digital economy.
Data Center Operations Foundations
This foundational course introduces practical concepts used in data center operations and critical facilities work. By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
- understand and explain data center basics and critical facility roles
- demonstrate safety-first and professional behavior
- understand key electrical and mechanical (HVAC) concepts
- recognize monitoring, alarms, and response procedures
- follow standard operating and emergency procedures
- use technical documentation and basic tools
- prepare for entry-level critical facilities roles.
60 hours
Suggested course times include instruction, guided practice, scenario simulations, projects, self-study/homework, and assessments.
For students: Who wish to learn the concepts and behaviors required for entry-level data center critical facilities operations roles and who possess basic mathematical, logical, and analytical problem-solving skills; those exploring industrial operations careers in a safety-first, procedures-based learning environment. This foundational course is suitable for technical and non-technical learners alike.
Prerequisites: None
Educator prerequisites: None
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Data Center Technician Foundations 1
This introductory course is designed to provide learners with practical knowledge and skills required for entry-level roles in data center operations and infrastructure support. By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- explain core data center concepts and architectures
- understand cloud fundamentals and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)
- apply structured troubleshooting methodologies
- demonstrate effective ticketing and communication practices
- recognize key hardware, cabling, and asset management principles used in modern data centers.
60 hours
Suggested course times include instruction, guided practice, scenario simulations, projects, self-study/homework, and assessments.
For students: Who are seeking foundational knowledge for entry-level data center technician roles and are interested in cloud computing, infrastructure, or IT operations careers; those with basic logical thinking, problem-solving, and technical curiosity. This course is suitable for both technical and non-technical learners alike.
Prerequisites: None
Educator prerequisites: None
Suggested: Basic computer literacy and familiarity with operating systems; ability to follow structured procedures and interpret basic technical concepts; fundamental understanding of networking concepts
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Data Center Technician Foundations 2
This intermediate-level course is designed to build on the foundational knowledge gained in Data Center Technician Foundations 1. It focuses on developing practical, job-ready skills required for real-world data center operations, field work, and infrastructure lifecycle management.
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- demonstrate effective incident ownership and operational response behaviors
- perform rack and stack installations following industry best practices
- execute safe and compliant hardware decommissioning processes
- operate effectively within a 24/7 data center environment using structured workflows, ticketing systems, and service level agreements (SLAs).
The course emphasizes hands-on operational tasks, professional practices, and real-world scenarios that prepare learners for entry-level and junior data center technician roles.
50–60 hours
Suggested course times include instruction, guided practice, scenario simulations, projects, self-study/homework, and assessments.
For students: Who have completed Data Center Technician Foundations 1 or have equivalent foundational knowledge; those seeking practical, job-ready skills for roles in data center operations, field services, or infrastructure support; those interested in operational workflows, hardware lifecycle management, and real-world data center environments.
Prerequisites: Data Center Technician Foundations 1 or equivalent
Educator prerequisites: None
Suggested: Basic understanding of Linux, networking fundamentals, and data center concepts; familiarity with ticketing systems and basic troubleshooting approaches
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