Cloud Computing

Unit code: NIT2103 | Study level: Undergraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
N/A
Prerequisites
NIT1102 - Introduction to Programming; and
NIT1104 - Computer Networks
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

The purpose of this unit is to introduce the various aspects of cloud computing including different types of cloud deployment models. Students will get opportunity to learn several cloud service categories such as compute, storage, database, security and, monitoring and compliance services. Moreover, students will learn how to build and deploy cloud-computing applications and access different cloud services programmatically. After completing this unit, students should be able to create and design cloud architecture, create, and deploy cloud apps and understand the requirements to migrate to cloud and the benefits for migrating to cloud.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Explain the fundamentals of cloud computing;
  2. Employ the different variety of cloud services, to create a scalable and reliable cloud architecture; and
  3. Illustrate the benefits of cloud computing to businesses and migration considerations to cloud.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Test
|
Grade: 50%
Tests (2) (25% each) Test theoretical knowledge for students. Open ended scenario-based questions.
Assessment type: Laboratory Work
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Grade: 20%
Practical Lab test - To Test students’ capabilities to apply knowledge
Assessment type: Project
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Grade: 30%
Project - Design and create cloud deployment based on a scenario given.

Required reading

Required readings will be made available on VU Collaborate.

As part of a course

This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.

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