Specialist Diploma in DevOps
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Specialist Diplomas
Software Development & DevOps
The Specialist Diploma in DevOps equips participants with the skills and knowledge to implement end-to-end software services through continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.
This course is open for registration. Apply here.

About course
Course objectives
At the end of this Specialist Diploma in DevOps, participants will be able to:
Explain the agile transformation and value-driven approach adopted in DevOps and Agile Methodology
Apply the continuous integration principles in the quality and reliable development through practice and administration of various DevOps functions.
Correlate the concepts of infrastructure, build and deployment automation with respect to the continuous integration pipeline.
Illustrate the Continuous Delivery for DevOps by using version control.
Explain the impacts of ITIL on DevOps processes for business.
Illustrate the importance of security testing before releasing an application using automation in Continuous Delivery.
Demonstrate the challenges and considerations of roll back for code release.
Illustrate how Infrastructure as Code is used to automate infrastructure and software deployments for consistency.
Demonstrate the automation of operations to achieve operational efficiency.
Demonstrate the monitoring capabilities and risk mitigation for applications and infrastructure automation
Course description
There is a demand to increase and improve software delivery processes, based on a Gartner report. Agile, as well as Development and Operations (DevOps), have also been identified as the de facto in automating software applications for continuous delivery. Through DevOps, businesses can look forward to improved collaboration with better productivity. This is achieved by automating applications and services to speed up delivery.
The Specialist Diploma in DevOps equips participants with the skills and knowledge to implement end-to-end software services through continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines. Upon completion of the programme, graduates will be able to accelerate and bring agility to business processes.
Target audiences
Individuals who are keen to pursue a career in DevOps or those who wish to acquire new skills and knowledge on DevOps.
Company Sponsorship
If you are a company-sponsored course applicant, please seek assistance from your company's course coordinator to log in to STEP using the Corp Pass to generate a corporate application link. Your application would need to be submitted via the link generated. For more information about using the STEP portal, please refer to our step-by-step guide.
Course structure
TPG course reference No.
TGS-2021003787
Specialist Diploma in DevOps
Post-Diploma Certificate In Continuous Delivery In DevOps
Post-Diploma Certificate In Continuous Delivery In DevOps
Module name | Module synopsis |
|---|---|
Release and Security in DevOps | This module covers the concepts of release management and security management before code deployment in Continuous Delivery for DevOps. Topics covered include planning, scheduling, and controlling the release of code, with an integration of security testing. |
Deployment and Monitoring in DevOps | This module covers the concepts of deployment management, operation management and monitoring management in Continuous Delivery for DevOps. |
Post-Diploma Certificate in Continuous Integration in DevOps
Post-Diploma Certificate in Continuous Integration in DevOps
Module name | Module synopsis |
|---|---|
Agile Methodology in DevOps | This module covers basic DevOps concepts such as continuous integration, continuous delivery, and continuous deployment and how they are assimilated into various DevOps functions. |
Code Management in DevOps | This module covers the concepts of source code management and version control in a DevOps process during the development phase. |
Entry requirements
Applicants should possess a relevant (Information Technology or Computer Science) local polytechnic Diploma, ITE Technical Diploma / Technical Engineer Diploma / Work-Study Technical Diploma or Degree.
Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least five years of relevant working experience or supporting evidence of competency readiness. Suitable applicants who are shortlisted will have to go through an interview and/or an entrance test. The polytechnic reserves the right to shortlist and admit applicants.
Conditional Offer
Graduating students (in their final semester) from a local polytechnic or Institute of Technical Education (ITE) may apply for the programme.
Click here for more information on how to apply for the programme and receive a Conditional Offer.
Course schedule
Course schedule information
Commencement Date | Duration | Mode and Venue | Schedule | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
April | 1 year | Online Learning & Face-to-face lessons at Republic Polytechnic | Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday | Early January Application outcome will be released at least 3 weeks before course commencement. |
Note: RP reserves the right to reschedule/cancel any programme and amend information without prior notice.
Refer to the Academic Calendar on the Republic Polytechnic website or key dates and important information to help you plan your learning journey.
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Company Sponsorship
If your company is sponsoring your course:
Ask your company’s course coordinator to log in to the STEP portal with Corp Pass and create a corporate application link for you.
Use this link to submit your application.
Need help? Check out our step-by-step guide for instructions on using the STEP portal.
Need more information?
Visit the Course Application page for full details on the application process.
