Cloud Computing Fundamentals

What is “the cloud”? What happens when you use "the cloud"? Did you know that you are using the cloud when you watch your favorite Netflix show, scroll through your Instagram feed, or use Google?

This course will open your eyes to the foundations of the future! Leveraging coursework by Amazon Web Services (AWS) Academy, students will learn about the cutting edge of technology infrastructure. Students will explore:

  • The core concepts of cloud computing including services, security, architecture, and more
  • The business case for cloud computing
  • Emerging technology use cases enabled by cloud
  • How cloud computing has evolved
Even though this course does not require any prior cloud computing or programming experience, by the end of the semester, you will have created your own AWS Academy Cloud account and gained hands-on experience setting up a cloud service. This course prepares you to take the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam at the end of the semester. This will help you gain a competitive advantage in this high-demand industry and can lead to opportunities for higher-level industry certifications.

Course Information

Course Subject
Course Number
CTE83130
Course Duration
1 Semester
Course Credit
0.5 Practical Arts

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