Introduction to Cloud and AWS (3cr)
Code: 5G00GA94-3005
General information
- Enrolment period
- 24.11.2025 - 11.01.2026
- Registration for introductions has not started yet.
- Timing
- 01.01.2026 - 31.07.2026
- The implementation has not yet started.
- Credits
- 3 cr
- Mode of delivery
- Contact learning
- Unit
- Business Information Systems
- Campus
- TAMK Main Campus
- Teaching languages
- English
- Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Business Information Systems
- Degree Programme in ICT Engineering
Objectives (course unit)
On completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:
*Describe what a cloud service provider (CSP) is and the value they bring to computing
*Describe basic security and compliance aspects of the AWS platform and the shared security model
*Define the billing, account management, and pricing models
*Identify sources of documentation or technical assistance, for example, white papers or support tickets
*Describe basic or core characteristics of deploying and operating in the AWS Cloud
*Identify situations where a company should choose the cloud, and why
*Differentiate between on-premises and cloud infrastructure
*Identify how to migrate resources from on-premises infrastructure to cloud infrastructure
Content (course unit)
This course provides a deeper look at cloud computing and the cloud computing service provider, Amazon Web Services (AWS). Students explore AWS services and technologies and how they are used to support businesses across the globe. Students also explore AWS technologies by building in the AWS Management Console, examining successful cloud implementations, and applying their knowledge to cloud-based scenarios.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2) (course unit)
1 - Over 50% correct for final assessment and between 50% and 59% of the course assignments completed.
2 - Over 50% correct for final assessment and between 60% and 69% of the course assignments completed.
Assessment criteria, good (3-4) (course unit)
3 - Over 50% correct for final assessment and between 70% and 79% of the course assignments completed.
4 - Over 50% correct for final assessment and between 80% and 89% of the course assignments completed.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5) (course unit)
5 - Over 50% correct for final assessment and above 90% of the course assignments completed.
Assessment criteria, pass/fail (course unit)
To pass:
- Complete knowledge check assignments.
- Complete the lab assignments.
- Complete the end of course final assessment with score above 50%.
To fail:
Under 50% of the course assignments completed or under 50% correct for final assessment.
Assessment scale
0-5