Cloud Computing_C100: Introduction to Cloud Fundamentals
About Course
In this course, you’ll embark on a journey from:
- Cloud computing basics to advanced cloud services, mastering virtualization, storage, networking, and security.
- Whether you’re an aspiring cloud engineer or a business professional seeking to harness the power of the cloud, this course will equip you with the skills needed to navigate the cloud landscape, optimize resources, and embrace the future of computing.
After the completion of course, student will be able to:
- Cloud Fundamentals Mastery: Develop a comprehensive understanding of cloud computing, including its key concepts, service models, deployment models, and the advantages it offers to organizations.
- Cloud Provider Proficiency: Gain proficiency in using major cloud service providers, such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, including creating accounts, provisioning resources, and managing services.
- Virtualization and Containerization Skills: Acquire practical skills in virtualization and containerization technologies, enabling you to manage and deploy applications in cloud environments efficiently.
- Cloud Security and Compliance Expertise: Learn about cloud security best practices, identity and access management, data protection, and compliance frameworks to ensure the secure operation of cloud resources.
- Cloud Automation and Optimization: Develop the ability to automate cloud infrastructure, implement cost-effective solutions, and optimize cloud resources for scalability and efficiency, aligning with industry best practices.
Course Content
Module 1
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03:58
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03:58
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LO2: Discuss the Historical Evolution of Cloud Computing
03:00 -
LO3: Compare Cloud Computing with traditional IT infrastructure models
06:21 -
LO4: Evaluate the economic benefits of adopting Cloud Computing
04:23 -
LO5: Knowledge Check
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Case Study: Introduction to Cloud Computing
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04:03
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03:11
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LO2: Compare pricing models among different Cloud Service Providers
05:19 -
LO3: Analyze the importance of SLAs with Cloud Providers
08:02 -
LO4: Assess the global reach and data centre locations of major Cloud Providers
02:06 -
LO5: Knowledge Check
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Case Study: Cloud Service Provider
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04:04
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04:25
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LO2: Compare VMs and Containers as Virtualization technologies
05:11 -
LO3: Discuss Container orchestration tools and their significance
05:51 -
LO4: Evaluate the performance and benefits of using Containers in Cloud environments
07:16 -
LO5: Knowledge Check
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Case Study: Introduction to Virtualization and Containers
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Topic 4: Introduction to Cloud Storage Solutions
03:59 -
LO1: Define Cloud storage and its key characteristics
04:40 -
LO2: Compare different types of Cloud storage
05:52 -
LO3: Analyze data durability and availability in Cloud storage solutions
05:54 -
LO4: Discuss Cloud Storage Security best practices and Encryption methods
08:49 -
LO5: Knowledge Check
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Case Study: Introduction to Cloud Storage Solutions
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Topic 5: Networking in the Cloud
04:15 -
LO1: Describe the fundamentals of networking in Cloud environments
04:05 -
LO2: Explain the Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) and its benefits
03:25 -
LO3: Compare different Cloud networking services
06:10 -
LO4: Evaluate Hybrid Cloud networking strategies and their challenges
06:20 -
LO5: Knowledge Check
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Case Study: Networking in the Cloud
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Topic 6: Compute Resources
03:45 -
LO1: Define Compute Resources and compare their types in Cloud Computing
04:21 -
LO2: Analyze the scalability and elasticity of Computing resources in the Cloud
04:37 -
LO3: Discuss Serverless Computing and its advantages in Cloud Environments
04:28 -
LO4: Knowledge Check
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Case Study: Compute Resources
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Topic 7: Cloud Identity and Access Management (IAM)
04:18 -
LO1: Explain the importance of IAM in Cloud Security
06:14 -
LO2: Compare IAM roles and policies across different Cloud platforms
02:46 -
LO3: Analyze IAM integration with on-premises Identity systems
02:07 -
LO4: Discuss best practices for managing IAM in a Multi-Cloud Environment
03:28 -
LO5: Knowledge Check
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Case Study: Cloud Identity and Access Management (IAM)
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Topic 8: Cloud Security and Compliance
04:20 -
LO1: Describe the Shared Responsibility Model in Cloud Security
05:28 -
LO2: Analyze common threats and vulnerabilities in Cloud Computing
02:45 -
LO3: Discuss Compliance Frameworks and Regulations relevant to Cloud services
02:08 -
LO4: Evaluate Cloud Security Controls and Encryption Mechanisms
04:53 -
LO5: Knowledge Check
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Case Study: Cloud Security and Compliance
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Topic 9: Monitoring and Logging
04:12 -
LO1: Define Monitoring and Logging in Cloud Computing
03:08 -
LO2: Compare Cloud Monitoring tools and services
04:52 -
LO3: Discuss Log Management strategies for Cloud-based applications
01:53 -
LO4: Evaluate the importance of Real-Time Monitoring and Alerting in Cloud environments
02:51 -
LO5: Knowledge Check
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Case Study: Monitoring and Logging
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Topic 10: Cloud DevOps and Automation
04:38 -
LO1: Explain the concept of DevOps and its principles
03:26 -
LO2: Analyze the role of automation in Cloud Infrastructure Management
03:13 -
LO3: Discuss CI/CD pipelines and their implementation in Cloud environments
05:38 -
LO4: Evaluate the benefits of IaC in Cloud DevOps practices
04:19 -
LO5: Knowledge Check
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Case Study: Cloud DevOps and Automation
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Topic 11: Cloud Management
04:24 -
LO1: Describe the challenges of Cloud management at scale
03:27 -
LO2: Compare CMPs and their features
04:20 -
LO3: Discuss Governance frameworks and policies for Cloud management
03:29 -
LO4: Analyze Cost Optimization strategies in Cloud management
02:46 -
LO5: Knowledge Check
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Case Study: Cloud Management
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Topic 12: Cloud Governance and Best Practices
04:29 -
LO1: Define Cloud governance and its role in Organisational Compliance and Security
02:21 -
LO2: Compare different Governance frameworks and their applicability
02:48 -
LO3: Analyse the importance of establishing Cloud policies
03:05 -
LO4: Knowledge Check
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Case Study: Cloud Governance and Best Practices
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Module Based Quiz
