Foundations of Cloud Computing

Catalog description

Instructional Method: Three hours lecture. Prerequisites: CS 119 or CS 120 with a grade of “C” or better. Introductory study of cloud computing terminology; economic and technical advantages of using the cloud, key considerations and challenges organizations face during cloud migration, and fundamentals to maintain (including optimizing and securing) cloud infrastructure for their organization. Students study a commercial cloud platform, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS). Prepares students to take a foundational cloud certification exam, such as the AWS Cloud Practitioner, Azure Fundamentals, or Google Cloud Digital Leader.