PRINCIPLES OF CLOUD COMPUTING Level 5 Certificate

Level 5
Courses For Industry
eCampus
OCN NI

Overview

This course is 90% funded by the Department for the Economy and 10% paid by the employer as part of the Skills Focus Programme. To qualify, your business or social enterprise must have less than 250 employees and you must be based in Northern Ireland and operate for profit.

The Principles of Cloud Computing Level 5 Certificate is an advanced program designed for professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of cloud computing technologies and their application in modern business environments. This comprehensive course equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to design, implement, and manage cloud-based solutions effectively.

This course will enable the learner to to design and deploy cloud computing-based applications using a number of vendors to meet the needs of business related IT departments. Learners will understand the constraints and opportunities that the different cloud computing applications can bring to a business. Learners will understand that cloud computing is not just a single entity, but a platform and a range of tools that be accessed anywhere and tailored to suit a particular business requirements.

Throughout the course, participants will explore key principles and concepts related to cloud computing, including virtualisation, storage systems, cloud architecture, security, and scalability. They will also learn about different cloud service models.

The over-riding consideration in admitting applicants to this course, is evidence that the learner is likely to be able to complete the course satisfactorily.

Attendance at Individual or Group Pre-Entry Advice Sessions (IPEAS and GPEAS) may be required. These interviews may take place either on campus, via telephone or video call (Microsoft TEAMS) and will play an important role in place allocation.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age on or before 1st July.
Applicants must have attained at least 5 GCSEs including Maths, English and ICT.

Study within the Principles of Cloud Computing Level 5 Certificate will include:

Benefits, challenges, and key components of cloud computing, including virtualisation, distributed computing, and cloud service models.
Cloud infrastructure and architecture
Cloud service models and understanding of their characteristics, advantages, and use cases for each service model
Cloud security and privacy
Cloud deployment models such as public, private, hybrid, and community clouds
Cloud migration and integration
Cloud monitoring and performance optimisation
Cloud governance and compliance

Students will be assessed through coursework throughout the duration of the programme.

The OCN NI Level 5 Certificate in Cloud Computing will enable learners to progress to higher level qualifications in the areas of information technology and cloud computing.

Upon completion of the Principles of Cloud Computing Level 5 Certificate, participants will possess advanced knowledge and skills in cloud computing principles and practices. They will be equipped to design, implement, and manage cloud-based solutions effectively, contributing to the digital transformation and success of organisations in an increasingly cloud-driven world.

Faculty of Computing, Design & Academic Studies

FacultyCDAC@src.ac.uk 028 302 59686

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