Introduction to Cloud Computing

Course Specifications

Course number: 085718
Course length: 0.5 day(s)

Course Description

Course Objective: You will define cloud computing technology and describe its impact on IT scenario.

Target Student: This course is intended for business and IT managers who may need to consider or work within a cloud computing environment.

Prerequisites: To ensure success in this course, basic knowledge of working with computers and familiarization with the core functioning of an organization is highly recommended.

Hardware Requirements

If you wish to use the overheads provided on the CD-ROM, you will need to set up a computer for the instructor.

Intel® Pentium® IV with 300 MHz (or better).
At least 512 MB of RAM.
CD-ROM drive.
A monitor capable of 1024 x 768 screen resolution and 32-bit color display.
Internet Connection.

Software Requirements

Each computer requires the following software:

Microsoft® Windows Vista®, or Windows® XP (Professional or Home Edition).
Microsoft® Office® 2007 or later.

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

identify the pros and cons of the cloud computing technology and determine its impact on businesses.
differentiate the currently-available cloud services.
differentiate cloud categories and adoption measures.
identify risks involved and risk mitigation measures in cloud computing.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Introducing Cloud Computing: Topic 1A: Impact of the Cloud on Businesses; Topic 1B: Cloud Computing—An Overview; Topic 1C: Cloud Components

Lesson 2: Differentiating Cloud Services: Topic 2A: Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)—An Overview; Topic 2B: Platform as a Service (PaaS)—An Overview; Topic 2C: Software as a Service (SaaS)—An Overview

Lesson 3: Integrating Cloud Services: Topic 3A: Categories of Cloud Deployment Models; Topic 3B: Migration to the Cloud

Lesson 4: Identifying Risks and Risk Mitigation Measures: Topic 4A: Cloud Computing Risks; Topic 4B: Cloud Computing Risk Mitigation Measures