Course Overview
This course introduces cloud computing and provides opportunities for students to build a variety of cloud infrastructures, services and security employed by small to medium size businesses through a guided, hands-on approach. Students learn how to design systems that are secure, reliable, high-performing, and cost efficient using Amazon Web Services (AWS) as a platform. Students will gain real-world understanding of AWS cloud practices, cloud concepts, core services, security, architecture, pricing and support. Services such a Microsoft Azure and Google Computer Engine (GCE) are introduced for comparison with AWS. The course content will help students prepare for two AWS certifications: AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C01) and AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (SAA-C02). The content of this course is supported by the AWS Learning Academy.
Prerequisite(s)
- It is strongly recommended that students have a background in Networking, Linux, and Windows prior to taking the course.
Credits
6.0
Domestic fees
$1,334.38
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe cloud computing frameworks
- Compare popular cloud services
- Describe the economic benefits of using a cloud service
- Describe the different cloud architecture design principles
- Design a multi-tier, resilient, high performing, fault tolerant architecture with high availability
- Design decoupling mechanisms using AWS services
- Choose appropriate resilient storage
- Design secure applications and architectures
- Describe migration principles and solutions.
- Define a solution using architectural design principles based on client requirements
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2021
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of CITX 2150 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 48175
Dates
Sep 09 - Dec 09 Loading
- CRN 48175
- $1334.38 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Dec 09 | Mon, Wed | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby SE01 Rm. 205 |
Duration
14 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- No class on Wednesday, September 30th (National Day for Truth and Reconciliation), Monday, October 12th (Thanksgiving Day), and November 11th (Remembrance Day). No textbook is required.
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