Southern Arkansas Univ. Tech With Online Electronic Data Storage Certificate of Proficiency

Southern Arkansas University Tech (SAU Tech) announced its new online Electronic Data Storage Certificate of Proficiency, created in collaboration with Prism International, a data storage industry professional association, and other industry participants.

The online certificate was created in response to industry demand for training in the areas specific to Electronic Data Storage, the secure transmission of electronic data to an offsite backup location via the internet or other communication line.

The rapid evolution of technology and regulatory requirements has forced organizations to shift from physical (media) to electronic (online) backups. This online certificate aims to ease the learning curve for these organizations, especially storage providers. Candidates can participate in the online program from the convenience of their office, home or other location via the internet. The online learning environment is maintained by the college’s division for web-based learning.

"We are very excited about the new Electronic Data Storage Management program," said Dr. Corbet Lamkin, Chancellor of SAU Tech. "The global outreach and contemporary content of the program are in keeping with SAU Tech’s tradition of service to industry, government and community."

This is one of the few known programs of its kind in the country. This program provides the flexibility of online learning and is affordable.

Courses in the Electronic Data Storage Certificate
of Proficiency include:

• Introduction to Data Storage
• Enterprise Support Technician
• Data Storage Regulations and Standards
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
• Data Storage Management, Planning and Architecture
• Database Design and Management

The program is accredited by the Arkansas Higher Education Coordinating Board, and SAU Tech is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association. Classes begin August 25, 2010.

Located in Camden, Arkansas, SAU Tech is known for its professional industry training programs. The college trains employees of Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, General Dynamics, Esterline and many more. The college currently has an enrollment of over 2,000 students and offers technical and traditional degrees. SAU Tech operates the Arkansas Fire Training Academy and the Arkansas Environmental Training Academy. These advanced technical programs train qualified candidates from the entire state of Arkansas.