Diploma in Cloud Computing

Overview

Cloud computing is a term that is used for on-demand delivery of hosted services and resources such as data storage, software, computing power, etc. over the internet. It is the most valuable innovation of the 21st century. Cloud provides an efficient and sustainable way of doing business in comparison to the traditional IT solutions. Businesses can choose specific cloud models and deployment strategies based on their needs. Cloud computing is not only beneficial for business, but it also enables individual users to use several resources such as storage on cloud, software, platform and infrastructure that can be used on cloud instead of running it on a local machine. This diploma has been designed to equip non-STEM professionals with knowledge and competencies of cloud computing in order that they gain practical and comprehensive knowledge of cloud computing for business. It consists of a combination of onsite classes and live interactive discussions and lab work to enable the learner to gain practical skills and knowledge to enhance business operations.

Programme Aims and Objectives

Aims of the Diploma in Cloud Computing

There are many reasons to do a diploma. The main aim of this programme is to develop practical and comprehensive knowledge and understanding of cloud technologies and identify their effective use in business

Objectives

• Gain knowledge of cloud computing, main cloud characteristics, and the advantages and disadvantages of cloud technologies in business.
• Articulate the technical benefits of cloud computing services.
• Explore the cloud platforms, cloud models, their functions and capabilities, and cloud strategy.
• Identify the security risks in cloud computing and evaluate the implications of GDPR.

Assessment

How the Cloud Computing course will be assessed is by two assignments of continuous assessment. One assessment will be a class test and the other will be a skills-based assessment where students will work in groups using appropriate tools presented during this course. By completing these assessments learners will also develop soft skills such as time management, communication and report writing.

Continuous Assessment 1 (Class Test): 20%

Continuous Assessment 2: 80%

Course Content

The lecturing team consists of a team of staff that combine both academic qualifications with substantial practical experience, and this practical perspective is reflected in the delivery of the module. Some of the key subject areas are the following:

• What is Cloud Computing? History of Cloud Computing. Essential Characteristics of Cloud Computing. Virtualization. The need of Virtualisation. Benefits and Limitations of Virtualisation.
• Cloud Computing Architecture: Horizontal and Vertical Scaling; Architectural Layers of Cloud Environments
• Cloud Deployment Models: Public, Private, Hybrid and Community Cloud
• Cloud Service Models: Platform as a Service (PaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Software as a Service (SaaS)
• Cloud Platforms: Windows Azure, Amazon Web services, Google Cloud Platform, etc. Choosing a cloud platform and using several resources such as infrastructure, software and platform.
• Cloud Lifecycle: Implementing a Cloud Computing Life Cycle. Life Cycle Issues; Lifecycles and Security. Cloud Lifecycle Management; Adoption Lifecycle.
• Cloud Economics: Four Cornerstones of Cloud Economics. Unit Service Cost. Cloud Computing and Economic Growth.
• Cloud Security: Overview of Security in Cloud. Compliance Network security. Virtualization Security. Legal Protection of Cloud Users. Software Security. Data Security. Privacy Identity management and Access control. Implications of GDPR. Audit and Forensics Interoperability and Portability . Guiding frameworks. Risk assessment and Management.

Structure

The key subject areas are delivered over 12 weeks with continuous assessment completed during the course. The programme is designed to enhance students to explore the opportunities and challenges provided by cloud technologies and provide solutions to several business scenarios.

This programme will be delivered through face to face or online interactive lectures, tutorials, lab work, and quizzes, etc.

Career Opportunities

Computing is the most robust industry in the world and information systems, cloud computing, web security and data management play a leading role in the information technology and computing industries as well as the majority of businesses. Computing graduates are in strong demand from industry and those who are successful in completing the course are highly employable in fields as diverse as healthcare, finance and insurance, as well as cloud computing. Positions can be found within: software, data analytics, financial services, distribution, research and development, operations and management and many more. If you think you would like to further your studies even more look at our other cloud computing full-time courses.

Student Profile

There are two student profiles. This course will appeal to students from ICT backgrounds. It will also appeal to professionals who are willing to upskill themselves and advance their careers in the cloud computing field or to apply the skills in their current role.

Fees

The fee for the Diploma in Cloud Computing is €1,500. This is inclusive of tuition, registration, exam fees and DBS library membership.

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