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This course is for individuals who seek a basic understanding of cloud computing. You will learn the key concepts, characteristics, and benefits of cloud computing. This introductory course also highlights the practical applications of cloud computing and how it enhances daily work life. This course includes presentations, class demonstrations, activities, and knowledge checks for a fundamental understanding of cloud computing.

Course Objectives

 

By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives:

  • Understand cloud computing concepts and key characteristics.
  • Explore cloud computing use cases.
  • Identify the role of Information Technology (IT) in an organization for business transformation.
  • Analyse the business value of the cloud.

 

Pre-requisites

 

We recommend that attendees of this course have the following prerequisites:

  • Have a basic understanding of common terminologies used in day-to-day work.
    • General IT business knowledge.
    • General IT technical knowledge.
  • Hardware & Software
    • This course will be conducted as a Virtual Live Class (VLC) via Zoom platform.
    • Participants must own a Zoom account and have a laptop or a desktop with “Zoom Client for Meetings” installed. Download from zoom.us/download.

System Requirement

Must-have:
Please ensure that your computer or laptop meets the following requirements.

  • Operating system: Windows 10 or MacOS (64 bit or above)
  • Processor/CPU: 1.8 GHz, 2-core Intel Core i3 or higher
  • Minimum 20 GB hard disk space
  • Minimum 8 GB RAM
  • Webcam (camera must be turned on for the duration of the class)
  • Microphone
  • Internet Connection: Wired or Wireless broadband
  • Latest version of Zoom software to be installed on computer or laptop prior to the class.

Good-to-have:

  • Wired internet connection
    Wired internet will provide you with stable and reliable connection.
  • Dual monitors
    Using a dual monitor setup will undoubtedly improve your training experience, enabling you to simultaneously participate in hands-on exercises and maintain engagement with your instructor.

Not recommended:
Using tablets is not recommended due to their smaller screen size, which could cause eye strain and discomfort over the course of the program's duration.

 

Course Outline

 

Introduction to Cloud Computing & AWS

  • On Premises versus Cloud
  • Cloud computing defined
  • Cloud computing use cases
  • Key characteristics of cloud technology
  • Cloud business model
  • Elasticity
  • Cloud security
  • AWS Global infrastructure

IT for Business Transformation

  • Role of IT
  • Brief history of IT
  • Traditional IT
  • Reasons to move from traditional infrastructure to cloud computing

Module 4: Business Value of the Cloud

  • Business value measurements
  • Business needs
  • Industry trends
  • Case studies
  • Job roles in the Cloud

Demo and Hands-On Activity

  • Demo of AWS cloud console
  • Demo of AWS SkillBuilder, applying filters, registering and accessing free digital courses
  • Hands-on activity: creating AWS account, working with AWS SkillBuilder
  • Hands-on activity: working with other cloud applications: Google drive, Dropbox

Module 5: Business Value Activity

  • Discuss a fictional case study

 

Certificate Obtained and Conferred by

 

Upon meeting the attendance and assessment(s) criteria, participants will be awarded a digital Certificate of Completion from NTUC LearningHub.

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