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Duration: 4 years
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CFC Computer Operations & Infrastructure

The CFC Computer Operations & Infrastructure prepares you to create and maintain operational IT environments. You will be trained to plan, install and operate computer hardware and software. You'll learn to design complex network infrastructures, configure web servers and ensure data security.  
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Official recognition at federal level

Double graduation swiss and international

Practical and certifying computer training

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Admission requirements for the CFC Computer Operations & Infrastructure :

  • Completed compulsory schooling or equivalent diploma
  • Fluency with technology & interest in the IT field

Procedure :

Training lasts four years. The first two years are mainly theoretical, with full-time courses. The following two years are devoted to apprenticeship, with four days on the job and one day on the premises. On completion of the training, a Certificat Fédéral de Capacité (CFC) in the chosen profession is awarded. Once the CFC has been obtained, it is possible to continue with a Bachelor's degree at the Geneva Institute of Technology, or to continue towards a technical professional maturité, enabling access to the Hautes Écoles Spécialisées (HES).

With a CFC in IT, there are many career opportunities open to you:

  • Web Developer
  • Computer Network Technician
  • IT Support Technician
  • Management Information Specialist
  • System & Network Manager
  • Access to the Brevet Fédéral d'Informatique training course

Various financing options are available to students:

  • Scholarships from the Service des Bourses et Prêts d'Études (SBPE).
  • Scholarships from various Swiss associations.
  • Chèque Annuel de Formation (CAF) for assistance ranging from CHF 750 to CHF 2,250.
  • Student loans at preferential rates through Banque du Léman.
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Admission requirements for the CFC Computer Operations & Infrastructure :

  • Completed compulsory schooling or equivalent diploma
  • Fluency with technology & interest in the IT field

Procedure :

Training lasts four years. The first two years are mainly theoretical, with full-time courses. The following two years are devoted to apprenticeship, with four days on the job and one day on the premises. On completion of the training, a Certificat Fédéral de Capacité (CFC) in the chosen profession is awarded. Once the CFC has been obtained, it is possible to continue with a Bachelor's degree at the Geneva Institute of Technology, or to continue towards a technical professional maturité, enabling access to the Hautes Écoles Spécialisées (HES).

With a CFC in IT, there are many career opportunities open to you:

  • Web Developer
  • Computer Network Technician
  • IT Support Technician
  • Management Information Specialist
  • System & Network Manager
  • Access to the Brevet Fédéral d'Informatique training course

Various financing options are available to students:

  • Scholarships from the Service des Bourses et Prêts d'Études (SBPE).
  • Scholarships from various Swiss associations.
  • Chèque Annuel de Formation (CAF) for assistance ranging from CHF 750 to CHF 2,250.
  • Student loans at preferential rates through Banque du Léman.
Register
Download the brochure

Admission requirements for the CFC Computer Operations & Infrastructure :

  • Completed compulsory schooling or equivalent diploma
  • Fluency with technology & interest in the IT field

Procedure :

Training lasts four years. The first two years are mainly theoretical, with full-time courses. The following two years are devoted to apprenticeship, with four days on the job and one day on the premises. On completion of the training, a Certificat Fédéral de Capacité (CFC) in the chosen profession is awarded. Once the CFC has been obtained, it is possible to continue with a Bachelor's degree at the Geneva Institute of Technology, or to continue towards a technical professional maturité, enabling access to the Hautes Écoles Spécialisées (HES).

With a CFC in IT, there are many career opportunities open to you:

  • Web Developer
  • Computer Network Technician
  • IT Support Technician
  • Management Information Specialist
  • System & Network Manager
  • Access to the Brevet Fédéral d'Informatique training course

Various financing options are available to students:

  • Scholarships from the Service des Bourses et Prêts d'Études (SBPE).
  • Scholarships from various Swiss associations.
  • Chèque Annuel de Formation (CAF) for assistance ranging from CHF 750 to CHF 2,250.
  • Student loans at preferential rates through Banque du Léman.

Program training

The CFC IT Operations & Infrastructure program includes a variety of modules covering technical, strategic and managerial aspects:
List of modules covered in 1st year :

IT and network infrastructure for a small business - 117

Querying, processing and maintaining databases - 106

Commissioning an ICT workstation with the operating system -187

Automate procedures with scripts - 122

Commissioning network components - 129

Carry out assignments independently in one's own professional environment - 431

Creating databases and inserting data - 164

Integrating IoE terminals into an existing platform - 216

Applying data protection and security - 231

Analyzing and modeling data - 162

Designing and implementing applications - 319
List of modules covered in 2nd year :

Implementing a backup and restore system - 143

Implement coding compression encryption systems - 114

Setting up and running a virtualization platform - 190

Commissioning network components - 158

Enable server services - 123

Installing database systems - 141

Using a public cloud for applications - 210

Designing and building Cloud solutions - 346

Describing business processes in their environment - 254

Operating, monitoring and maintaining services -188

Implementing network security - 184

Providing services with containers - 169
List of modules covered in 3rd year :

Configuring and setting up directory services - 159

Operating and extending a network - 145

Integrating cross-platform network services - 300

Small projects - 306
List of modules covered in 4th year :

Plan and execute IT system introduction - 157

Implementing system security - 182

Initiating innovative ICT solutions - 241

Implementing innovative ICT solutions - 245

Admission and prerequisites

Candidates for the CFC Informaticien.ne - Exploitation & Structure must have completed their compulsory schooling.

The admission process involves several stages:

  1. Initial contact, exchange of information
  2. Admission tests
  3. Admission interview
  4. Finalize registration

Target audience

The CFC is aimed at young people in initial training as well as adults wishing to retrain or perfect their IT skills.

Opportunities for career

With this diploma, you open the doors to strategic positions in a variety of sectors

Network Technician
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Systems and network administrator
IT specialist in server hub monitoring server infrastructure using notebook
ICT Application Developer
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Cybersecurity Specialist
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Why choose Geneva Institute of Technology ?

Official recognition

Diploma validated by the Swiss Confederation.

Strong partnerships

Access to a network of prestigious companies.

Flexibility

Training adapted to your professional constraints.

Personalized support

Follow-up throughout your career.

Rates & financing

Tuition fees for the CFC Informaticien.ne Exploitation & Infrastructure course are CHF 9’900 per academic year.

Several payment options are available: 

  • One-off payment.
  • Quarterly payment.
  • Monthly payment .

Financial assistance available :

  • Scholarships from the Service des Bourses et Prêts d'Études (SBPE).
  • Scholarships from various Swiss associations.
  • Chèque Annuel de Formation (CAF) for assistance ranging from CHF 750 to CHF 2,250.
  • Student loans at preferential rates through Banque du Léman.
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I passed my Brevet Fédéral with flying colors, and the courses are well taught. The school has a great team!

 

 

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Geneva Institute of Technology are very helpful and always ready to listen. I highly recommend this training center, which offers a range of courses that are always at the cutting edge of technology.
 
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FAQ: Frequently asked Questions about our training courses

The CFC Informaticien.ne Exploitation & Infrastructure and Brevet Fédéral d'Informaticien.ne courses are given in French.

The Bachelors and Masters of Science in Computer Science are taught by in French, with a few international modules taught in English.

The Bachelor's and Master's of Science in Business Administration programs are taught by in English.

Yes, at the Geneva Institute of Technology you have several work-study options:

As part of the CFC IT Operations & Infrastructure training program, you can do a work-study program in one of the following areas up to a maximum of 80% from your third year of training.

On Bachelor Of Science courses in Computer Science, you can also combine your studies with a professional activity. up to a maximum of 80% from your third year of training.

The Master of Science in Computer Science degree can be combined with a professional activity. up to a maximum of 80% from the first year onwards.

The training for the Brevet Fédéral d'Informaticien.ne is carried out in parallel with a professional activity, with no limit on the number of hours worked, as courses are held exclusively in the evenings.

Yes, all diplomas awarded by the Geneva Institute of Technology are officially recognized: 

The CFC d'Informaticien.ne and the Brevet Fédéral d'Informaticien.ne are officially recognized and approved by the Swiss Confederation.

The Bachelors of Science in Computer Science and Business Administration are RNCP level 6 (Bac +3) and award 180 ECTS credits.

Masters of Science in Computer Science are RNCP level 7 (Bac +5) and award 120 ECTS credits.

The Master of Science in Business Administration is RNCP level 7 (Bac +5) and awards 90 ECTS credits.

Many career opportunities are open to our young graduates.

Some opportunities in the IT field : 

System and network administrator

ICT Application Developer

Cybersecurity Specialist

Some opportunities in administration and entrepreneurship:

Business developer

Administrative Manager

Customer advisor

Executive Assistant

Yes, the Brevet Fédéral d'Informaticien.ne course is online, except for the final exam.

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Registration is online, and our team is on hand to help you with all the formalities.

Contact our team on +41 22 757 66 86 or visit our campus at Quai du Seujet 10, 1201 Geneva.