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Course Description:

This 3-week intensive course introduces learners to the core concepts of Cloud Computing, its service models, deployment models, and key technologies such as virtualization, containers, and orchestration. By the end of the course, learners will understand the architecture of the cloud, differences between IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS, and how to use popular platforms like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud. The course includes hands-on labs, real-world scenarios, and quizzes to test understanding. It is ideal for those aspiring to start a career in cloud computing or enhance their IT infrastructure knowledge.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Define cloud computing and its advantages.
  • Differentiate between public, private, hybrid, and multi-cloud models.
  • Identify and use different cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
  • Set up a basic cloud infrastructure on major platforms.
  • Understand virtualization, containers (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes).
  • Monitor and manage cloud services effectively.

Week 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing & Core Concepts

Module 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing

  • What is Cloud Computing?
  • History and evolution
  • Benefits and risks of cloud adoption
  • Major cloud providers: AWS, Azure, GCP, Oracle

Module 2: Cloud Service Models

  • Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
  • Platform as a Service (PaaS)
  • Software as a Service (SaaS)
  • Use cases and examples of each model

Module 3: Cloud Deployment Models

  • Public cloud
  • Private cloud
  • Hybrid cloud
  • Multi-cloud strategies

Hands-on Lab:

  • Create a free-tier account on AWS or Azure
  • Explore the interface, compute services, and resource groups

Assessment:

  • Multiple-choice quiz covering Modules 1–3
  • Short essay: “Benefits and Risks of Cloud Adoption for Small Businesses”

Week 2: Core Technologies & Cloud Infrastructure

Module 4: Virtualization & Hypervisors

  • What is virtualization?
  • Hypervisors: Type 1 vs Type 2
  • Virtual machines vs containers

Module 5: Containers & Microservices

  • Introduction to Docker and containerization
  • Microservices architecture overview
  • Comparison with traditional monoliths

Module 6: Orchestration with Kubernetes

  • Kubernetes architecture: pods, nodes, clusters
  • Benefits of orchestration
  • Intro to Helm, K8s services, and deployment

Hands-on Lab:

  • Install Docker & run basic containers
  • Deploy a sample containerized application
  • Optional: Intro to using Minikube for Kubernetes

Assessment:

  • Practical Docker quiz
  • Assignment: Containerize a simple Node.js or Python app

Week 3: Working with Cloud Platforms & Security

Module 7: Working with AWS, Azure, and GCP

  • Key services: EC2, S3, Lambda (AWS); VMs, Blob Storage (Azure); Compute Engine, Cloud Storage (GCP)
  • Comparison of core services
  • Navigating cloud consoles and CLIs

Module 8: Cloud Security & Compliance

  • Shared responsibility model
  • Identity & Access Management (IAM)
  • Data encryption and network security
  • Compliance standards: GDPR, HIPAA, ISO

Module 9: Cloud Monitoring & Cost Management

  • Monitoring tools (CloudWatch, Azure Monitor)
  • Cost optimization tips
  • Auto-scaling and resource management

Hands-on Lab:

  • Deploy a virtual machine on AWS or Azure
  • Configure security groups and IAM roles
  • Monitor usage and estimate costs

Final Assessment:

  • Scenario-based cloud solution architecture (mini project)
  • Final quiz covering all modules