Cloud Computing

This course delves into the exciting world of cloud computing by inviting students to assume the roles of cloud architects and IT strategists, blending theoretical exploration with practical, hands-on exercises. Learners will investigate key service models—such as IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS—alongside varied deployment paradigms including public, private, hybrid, and multi-cloud solutions, while gaining insight into the underlying infrastructure that drives modern digital enterprises. Emphasizing strategic decision-making, the curriculum examines critical considerations such as CAPEX versus OPEX tradeoffs, scalability, and regulatory constraints, integrating real-world case studies and interactive lab exercises that foster a comprehensive understanding of cost-benefit analyses and compliance frameworks. Ultimately, this course equips students with the technical and managerial competencies necessary to design agile, cost-effective cloud solutions and to lead innovative digital transformation initiatives in today’s rapidly evolving IT landscape. Recommended Course Pre-requisites: ICT 4005 or practical experience in Information Technology principles and practices.