Cloud Computing Technologies

Description

Introduction

This training course provides an overview of Cloud computing and its relationship with other areas of information management. This overview is based on a knowledge of the fundamental concepts of Cloud computing and an understanding of the deployment, architecture and design of a Cloud computing platform. This course is presented by an experienced trainer in a class-room format and includes relevant workshop exercise and discussion sessions. Full course materials will be provided to all delegates.

Course Content

• The concept and evolution of Cloud Computing
• Cloud Computing architectures including SOA, tiered, multi and datacentre
• Benefits and limitations of Cloud resources
• Using and accessing the Cloud from desktop and mobile devices
• Security in the Cloud and Identity Management
• Building Local Cloud Networks
• Supporting the Use of the Cloud with VPN Access, Scripting Languages and Data Back-Up
• Understand the business case (costs & benefits) of Cloud Computing
• How to evaluate the performance of your Cloud implementation

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, delegates will be able to (in relation to Cloud Computing):

• Identify essential elements
• Describe the pros and cons
• Understand the business case for going to the cloud
• Describe how to build a cloud network
• Understand virtualization architecture
• Describe security and privacy issues
• Understand federation and presence
• Describe cloud computing standards and best practices
• Describe how mobile devices can be used in the cloud