Cloud Computing Architecture

COS80001 12.5 Credit Points Hawthorn

Duration

  • One Semester or equivalent
     
    This unit will be delivered on-line in Semester 2 2020.

Contact hours

  • 48 Hours

On-campus unit delivery combines face-to-face and digital learning.

Prerequisites

Assumed Knowledge
Familiarity with the concepts of web server and databases, including HTML, PHP, and SQL
 
Anti-requisite (similar in content)

Aims and objectives

This unit covers generic principles of "everything as a service" in cloud computing, plus practical work doing design and development for one or more contemporary platforms, which may vary from year to year. Cloud computing undergoes constant evolution, and there are several competing platforms, such as Amazon.
 
Unit Learning Outcomes (ULO)
On successful completion of this unit students will be able to: 
 
1 Explain the principles and value of cloud computing 
2 Create and manage cloud services using a cloud management platform.
3 Implement and deploy a cloud-based web site that is reliable, scalable, secure and cost effective
4 Research available cloud services, then design and justify an architectural solution that uses these services.