Cloud Security and Infrastructure
Cloud Security and Infrastructure
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Study Facts
- Prog. CodePCSI2
- NQF Level5.2
- Credits120
- Valid fromH26
- Version1.0
- Study ModeFull-time, Part-time
- Program Manager
Technologies are developing rapidly, and the demands for processing, performance, and storage are constantly changing. The lines between on-premises and cloud services are becoming increasingly blurred, and many organisations and businesses are drawn to the cloud. Therefore, the need for qualified personnel in this area is increasing. The Cloud Security and Infrastructure education program provides students solid knowledge, industry-relevant technical skills, and practical competence through an active learning experience tailored to the workforce’s needs.
The first year of this two-year study program will be identical to the one-year program Cloud Foundations. In addition to the fundamental aspects of cloud services, key concepts, standards, and processes, students will delve deeper into cloud-based infrastructure and security. They will gain practical knowledge that enables them to contribute to the planning and migration of services to the cloud, and they will also learn to create, manage, and secure various cloud-based services. Although technological development is rapid and job descriptions change over relatively short periods, graduates will have the necessary knowledge, skills, and general competence to participate in projects of varying scope for different businesses. This is because the learning outcomes of the education provide a mix of theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the field, ensuring that students are ready for professional work after completing their studies.
There is a high demand for formal competence in the field, and candidates must contribute in various job situations without further training. The demand for this competence is evident from discussions with industry partners and job postings in the workforce. The education is well-suited for candidates interested in exploring IT and cloud technologies. It is suitable for both candidates without a formal background or work experience in the industry and as further education for candidates from higher education and/or work experience.
The digital classroom
All students at Noroff have access to a digital classroom, referred to as the learning platform. Here the student can access relevant academic and practical information about the study programme. The learning platform also contains learning content, activities, delivery deadlines, work requirements and assessments for every course.
Online
Online studies are flexible since students can study from anywhere and at their own pace according to the academic progression and scheduled deadlines. Students access their learning material for each course through the learning platform, and platforms like Teams are used for discussions and communication between fellow students and teachers. Lectures and live-stream sessions are not a part of the delivery model online but may be given as an add-on.
Campus
As part of the campus community, students will have access to on-site teachers, guest lecturers, and other students during their learning journey. Students on campus study in modern working environments and have access to equipment used for practical training.
Vocational education at Noroff can expand career opportunities and lay lifelong learning foundations. Throughout the programme, students will familiarise themselves with key competencies relevant to industry employment. Graduates with a higher professional degree may be eligible to enter one of our partner universities.
Career opportunities
After graduation, the candidate is qualified for employment as:
- IT Consultant
- IT Support Engineer
- Cloud Consultant
- Junior Cloud Architect
- IT Security Advisor
- ICT Security Consultant
- Cloud Security Coordinator
Further studies
After graduation, the candidate may qualify for the following bachelor´s degrees:
The Norwegian Qualifications Framework for Lifelong Learning (NQF) defines the qualifications levels in the Norwegian educational system. These levels describe what a learner knows, understands, and can do due to a learning process. Categories in NQF are defined as:
Knowledge: Understanding theories, facts, principles, and procedures in the discipline, subject area and/or occupation.
Skills: Ability to utilise knowledge to solve problems or tasks (cognitive, practical, creative and communication skills).
General Competence: Ability to independently utilise knowledge and skills in different situations.
After graduation from this programme, students have acquired the following learning outcomes:
- has knowledge of processes necessary to understand the reasons and effects of the transition to a cloud-based environment
- has knowledge of the necessary concepts, theories, models, processes, and tools to maintain the relationship between on-premises and cloud-based services
- has insight into relevant regulations, standards, agreements, and quality requirements within cloud-based environments and services
- has insight into fundamental standards and procedures for securing elements and infrastructure in a cloud-based environment
- can update their vocational knowledge through, for example, vendor-specific information and publicly available publications
- can assess their work concerning applicable norms and requirements for on-premises and cloud computing and the transition between them
- has insights into their practical and theoretical development opportunities within on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure and security
- understand the importance of cloud services from an economical, flexible and user perspective
- is familiar with the history and traditions of ICT and understands the distinctive nature and place in society for cloud-based infrastructures
- can apply vocational knowledge to practical and theoretical problems transitioning from on-premises to cloud-based or hybrid environments
- can apply vocational knowledge to practical and theoretical problems related to cloud security, services and solutions
- masters relevant vocational tools, materials, techniques and styles to participate in a sound transition from on-premises to cloud-based environments
- masters relevant vocational tools and techniques to manage and secure on-premises and cloud-based resources, services and infrastructure
- can study an on-premises infrastructure and identify issues related to a potential transition to the cloud
- can study cloud-based infrastructures and identify subject-related issues and what measures need to be implemented
- can find and refer to information and material about cloud-based and hybrid environments and assess their relevance to vocational issues
- can explain the vocational choices while solving practical and theoretical challenges in on-premises and cloud-based environments and services
- can reflect on their choices and adjust under supervision if necessary
- understand the ethical principles that apply when working with both on-premises, cloud-based and hybrid environments
- has developed an ethical attitude concerning processing data in on-premises, cloud-based or hybrid environments
- can carry out on-premises or cloud-based work based on the needs of organisations, teams, or customers
- can build relations with their peers in both on-premises and cloud-based environments and with external consultants or customers
- can develop work methods, products and services relevant to on-premises environments and the potential transition to cloud
- can develop work methods, products and services relevant to cloud-based environments
- can plan and carry out vocational tasks and projects alone or as part of a group and by ethical requirements and principles in on-premises, cloud-based or hybrid infrastructures
- can exchange points of view with different stakeholders in on-premises, cloud-based or hybrid environments and participate in discussions about the development of good practice
- can contribute to organisational development through a transition from on-premises to cloud environments and in fully cloud-based infrastructures
| Course code | Course name | Semester | Weeks | Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FCLF1-OC30 | On-Premises Computing | 1 | 19 | 798 | 30 |
| FCLF1-CC30 | Cloud Computing | 2 | 19 | 798 | 30 |
| FM2CLCI30 | Cloud Infrastructure | 3 | 19 | 798 | 30 |
| FM2CLCS30 | Cloud Security | 4 | 19 | 798 | 30 |
| Total | 76 | 3192 | 120 | ||
Noroff offers an engaging student-active learning experience that prepares students for professional working life through unique and industry-relevant learning activities, including flexible and independent self-study. Guidance and feedback from teachers support students' learning journey.
All learning activities are aligned with the current learning outcomes, designed to promote a holistic understanding of key issues and challenges within each subject area. By fostering critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication, students will develop lifelong learning skills.
Learning activities can vary for campus and online delivery and are composed of theoretical and practical approaches, providing students with the best possible outcome for each course.
For all online studies, English is the primary language for teaching. English can also be used as the teaching language on some campuses.
Assessment consists of compulsory activities and exams. These impact the student’s learning significantly and concludes if the student has achieved the intended learning outcome and, if so, at what level. Assessments include summative and formative methods depending on the content of the learning outcome of each course. Assessments for each course are described in the course descriptions.
Information about equipment requirements is available here: Cloud Foundations | Online Study Program (noroff.no)
Online students are required to purchase and maintain their equipment.
There are three ways to meet the admission criteria and be enrolled as a student:
1. By upper secondary education (videregående skole)
- Higher education entrance qualification from Norway or abroad
2. By Norwegian vocational upper secondary education
- Documented vocational qualifications diploma (yrkeskompetanse) within: Space Technology Technician (romteknolog)
- Documented craft certificate (fag og svennebrev) within: Avionics Technician, Automation Technician, Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Car Mechanic (Light Vehicles), Car Mechanic (Heavy Vehicles), Drilling And Maintenance Operator, Well Operator (Electric Cable Operations), Well Operator (Mechanical Cable Operations), Computer Electronics Technician, Dimensional Controller, Drone Operator, Electrician, Electrical Repair Technician, Power Line Installer, Energy Operator, Laboratory Technician, FU Operator, IT Operations Technician, IT Developer, Industrial Mechanic, Production Electronics Technician, Signal Installer, Telecommunications Technician, Ventilation Technician
(Avioniker, automatiker, anleggsmaskinmekaniker, bilmekaniker (lette kjøretøy), bilmekaniker (tunge kjøretøy), bore- og vedlikeholdsoperatør, brønneoperatør (elektriske kabeloperasjoner), brønneoperatør (mekaniske kabeloperasjoner), dataelektroniker, dimensjonskontrollør, droneoperatør, elektriker, elektroreparatør, energimontør, energioperatør, faglaborant, fu-operatør, it-driftstekniker, it-utvikler, industrimekaniker, produksjonselektroniker, signalmontør, telekommunikasjonsmontør, ventilasjonstekniker)
3. Prior learning and work experience
More information about admission requirements is available on our webpage under Admission Requirements.