Cloud Computing Essentials

About this course

The course examines how cloud services are structured, managed and priced, using AWS as its underlying platform. Topics include global infrastructure, billing, security and governance, compute, storage, databases, networking, content delivery, monitoring and auto-scaling. Teaching combines lectures with scenario-based coursework and practical labs in the cloud. Learners work towards demonstrating the knowledge and practical skills assessed through the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner examination, alongside the RHACC qualification.

What you'll learn

• Explain the economic models, billing approaches and global infrastructure used in cloud computing
• Apply principles of cloud security and governance
• Use core cloud services for compute, storage and databases
• Describe networking, content delivery and monitoring within a cloud environment
• Work with concepts including cloud architecture and auto-scaling

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for learners developing beyond fundamental IT knowledge, including people working in IT or changing careers. It involves independent reading and practical study alongside taught sessions, with tutor approval required for entry.

• A good general knowledge of IT is ideally expected
• Learners should have a good standard of literacy and numeracy
• Entry is subject to tutor approval
• Independent study of around 4 to 6 hours per week is expected

Before you go

• Learners should allow around 4 to 6 hours per week for independent reading and practical work.