FI1AMCC05 Cloud Computing Foundations

FI1AMCC05 Cloud Computing Foundations

  • Course description
    • Course Code
      FI1AMCC05
    • Level of Study
      5.1
    • Program of Study
      Network and Systems Administration
    • Credits
      5
    • Study Plan Coordinator
      Benjamin Rosenlund
Teaching Term(s)
2025 Autumn
2026 Spring
About the Course

The course provides knowledge of cloud computing and skills to configure solutions based on project specifications. Cloud computing is renting resources, like storage space or CPU cycles instead of running the resources on their own equipment. Candidates are provided knowledge and skills to work with important elements such as rapid development cycle, try/fail, pay as you go, scalability and elasticity. The course is based on Microsoft Azure; however the theory, concepts and terminology are standard among the major vendors. The course builds on competence from Linux and Microsoft Server Technologies. 

The aim of the course is to provide fundamental competence to utilize cloud services. As the demand for increased performance, storage requirements increase, and the lines between on-premises computing versus cloud computing becomes more diffuse, therefore many businesses are currently moving fast towards cloud computing and the need for competent personnel is also increasing.

Course Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
  • has knowledge of concepts, processes and tools that are commonly used in cloud computing 
  • has knowledge of processes, limitations and management of on-premises and cloud environments 
  • has insight into relevant regulations, standards, agreements and quality requirements regarding cloud computing and cloud providers 
  • can update their own knowledge about cloud computing 
  • understands the importance of security and integrity of cloud environments in a societal perspective
Skills
  • can apply knowledge of cloud-based technology to connect and interact with and between systems 
  • masters relevant tools and techniques to interact and configure cloud computing systems and services 
  • can find information and material that is relevant in troubleshooting cloud-based services 
  • can study a cloud-based environment and identify issues in cloud computing and what measures need to be implemented
General Competence
  • has developed an ethical attitude in relation to the access of data that is common when working with cloud-based systems 
  • can carry out work on cloud-based systems based on the needs of selected users 
  • can develop work methods, products and/or services relevant to the administration of cloud services
Learning Activities

Digital Learning Resources
The learning management system (LMS) is the primary learning platform where students access most of their course materials. The content is presented in various formats, such as text, images, models, videos or podcasts. Each course follows a progression plan, designed to lead students through weekly modules at their own pace. Exercises and assignments (individual or in groups) are embedded throughout the courses to support continuous practice and assessment of the learning outcomes.

Campus Resources
In addition to the digital learning resources, campus students participate in physical learning activities led by teachers as part of the overall delivery.

Guidance
Guidance and feedback from teachers support students' learning journeys, and may be provided synchronously or asynchronously, individually or in groups, via text, video or in-person feedback.

Assessments
Form of assessmentGrading scaleGroupingDuration of assessment
Course Assignment
Grade A-F
Individual
5 Hour(s)
Reading List

Teaching materials, reading lists, and essential resources will be shared in the learning platform and software user manuals where applicable.