Syllabus for CYB-450
CLOUD COMPUTING
Cloud Computing examines frameworks and techniques used to design, develop, and implement cloud computing systems. Emphasis is on applied and project-based learning approach to set up Windows-based clouds using client portals, servers, virtual machines, and the accompanying network infrastructure.
After completing this course, students should be able to:
CO1 Outline the history of the creation and growth of the cloud, including the expansion of cloud service providers.
CO2 Compare and contrast the three common cloud service delivery models.
CO3 Identify challenges to cloud computing and recommend mitigation techniques.
CO4 Implement cloud virtualization components (hypervisor, virtual machine (VM), and virtualized infrastructure).
CO5 Manage and improve the performance and storage capability of a cloud network.
CO6 Delineate the components of the cloud’s network infrastructure.
CO7 Use best practices from the cybersecurity industry to provide defense-in-depth to cloud services.
You will need the following materials to complete your coursework. Some course materials may be free, open source, or available from other providers. You can access free or open-source materials by clicking the links provided below or in the module details documents. To purchase course materials, please visit the University's textbook supplier.
ISBN-13: 978-1260116618
Note: Although the Microsoft Azure account is free for the first 12 months, there may be additional costs associated with this account based on usage. Visit Windows Virtual Machines Pricing for details.
Cloud Computing is a three-credit, online course consisting of six modules. Modules include an overview, topics, learning objectives, study materials, and activities. Module titles are listed below.
For your formal work in the course, you are required to participate in online discussion forums, complete written assignments, complete a midterm project, and complete a two-part final project. See below for details.
Consult the Course Calendar for due dates.
One or more of your course activities may utilize a tool designed to promote original work and evaluate your submissions for plagiarism. More information about this tool is available in this document.
In addition to an ungraded Introductions Forum, you are required to participate in six graded online class discussions.
Communication with your mentor and among fellow students is a critical component of online learning. Participation in online class discussions involves two distinct activities: an initial response to a discussion question and at least two subsequent comments on classmates' responses.
All of these responses must be substantial. Meaningful participation is relevant to the content, adds value, and advances the discussion. Comments such as "I agree" and "ditto" are not considered value-adding participation. Therefore, when you agree or disagree with a classmate or your mentor, state and support your position.
You will be evaluated on the quality and quantity of your participation, including your use of relevant course information to support your point of view, and your awareness of and responses to the postings of your classmates. Remember, these are discussions: responses and comments should be properly proofread and edited, mature, and respectful.
You are required to complete five written assignments. The written assignments are on a variety of topics associated with the course modules. Consult the Course Calendar for due dates.
You are required to complete a midterm project. The midterm project allows you to utilize both theory and application from the first three modules of the course to critically analyze the implementation for cloud services.
For additional information and requirements, reference the Midterm Project details provided in Module 4. Consult the Course Calendar for due dates.
You are required to complete a two-part final project (Lab Activity and Written Report). Cloud projects take various forms and uses through the different industries that have adopted the cloud. You will complete a Microsoft Azure project as a practice exercise and demonstration, including a written report.
Links to introduction information and methods for signing up for the Azure service to complete this project can be found within the required course materials section of the syllabus. For full details and final project requirements, please reference the Final Project area of the course website.
Consult the Course Calendar for due dates.
Your grade in the course will be determined as follows:
All activities will receive a numerical grade of 0–100. You will receive a score of 0 for any work not submitted. Your final grade in the course will be a letter grade. Letter grade equivalents for numerical grades are as follows:
A | = | 93–100 | C+ | = | 78–79 | |
A– | = | 90–92 | C | = | 73–77 | |
B+ | = | 88–89 | C– | = | 70–72 | |
B | = | 83–87 | D | = | 60–69 | |
B– | = | 80–82 | F | = | Below 60 |
To receive credit for the course, you must earn a letter grade of C or better (for an area of study course) or D or better (for a course not in your area of study), based on the weighted average of all assigned course work (e.g., exams, assignments, discussion postings).
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