Advanced Cloud Concepts Syllabus for 2020-2021
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As a student you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance or reduce a student's ability to participate in daily activities. Amarillo College offers services to assist you with addressing these and other concerns you may be experiencing. If you or someone you know are suffering from any of the aforementioned conditions, you can learn more about the broad range of confidential mental health services available on campus by calling the AC Counseling Center at 806-371-5900. The AC Counseling Center website is https://www.actx.edu/counseling/ . Also, if you are in need of social services (affordable housing, utilities, transportation, food, clothing, childcare, medical/dental/vision, legal), please call the AC Advocacy & Resource Center at 806-371-5439. The AC Advocacy & Resource Center website is https://www.actx.edu/arc

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Students who do not attend class on or prior to the census date will be administratively dropped. Effective Fall, 2016

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Course

ITNW-2327-001 Advanced Cloud Concepts

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: ITNW 1309

Course Description

Focus on enterprise Cloud architechture, with advanced topics including multi-Cloud platforms inclusive of computing, networking, storage, monitoring, and database.

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Occupational License Disclaimer

Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:

Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:

Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me

You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.

Hours

(3 sem; 2 lec, 4 lab)

Class Type

Online Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

No Textbook is required for this course. Students will be enrolled in the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Academy by their instructor. All learning and lab material will be included free of charge to the student. 

Students will gain an overall understanding of cloud computing concepts, independent of specific technical roles. This course provides a detailed overview of cloud concepts, AWS core services, security, architecture, and support. 

Students will go in-depth on the following topics:

• Describe the six advantages of cloud computing 
• Describe three cloud deployment models 
• Use the AWS Cloud Adoption Framework to help organizations transform storage solutions
• Explain AWS Lambda, which is serverless computing
• Describe use cases for storage options
• Understand virtual networking in the cloud
• Create virtual firewalls with security groups
• Provide an overview of different database services in the cloud
• Review the availability differences of alternative database solutions
• Describe different types of security credentials
• Discuss security compliance
• Explore well-architected pillars and design principles
• Understand high availability and reliability
• Describe business impact design decisions

At the end of this course the Student will receive an AWS Badge and Certificate of Completion and be able to sit for the AWS Cloud Practitioner Exam.

Supplies

• Access to PC Computers is available in the CIS Department and Ware Underground Lab at Amarillo College.

• Internet Capable Laptop or Desktop Computer

• Reliable Access to the Internet

Student Performance

 

End-of-Course Outcomes:  Identify the essential characteristics of Cloud services, including: on-demand self-service, broad network access, resource pooling, rapid elasticity, and measured service; describe the organizational capabilities relevant for realizing Cloud benefits, including adequate planning, required IT skills, gradual/staged migration pathways, identifying critical success factors, etc.; describe the steps that lead to the successful adoption of Cloud and the implications for organizations; describe data center infrastructure management (DCIM) processes and solutions, including the software and hardware tools used to organize and manage resources; create, manage, and scale a virtual server in a Cloud environment; describe Cloud maintenance operations including: security patches, updating Cloud elements, and backup operations; identify business drivers for Cloud computing and assessing their economic impact.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

It is the policy of the Career and Technical Education Division and the Electronics Program that pagers and cell phones must be turned off or in silent mode in the classroom setting and pagers and cell phones must be turned off while in labs.

It is the policy of the Career and Technical Education Division and the Electronics Program that food and drink may be allowed in the classroom setting, at the discretion of the instructor, but food and drink are not allowed in labs.

Grading Criteria

Grading Criteria/Grading Scale:  

>89.5%	A
>79.5%	B
>69.5%	C
>59.5%	D
<59.5%	F

 

 

 

 

The following criteria will be used to determine your grade:

REQUIRED ASSIGNMENTS:

Activity	Learning Environment	Percentage Weight	Additional Information
Weekly Online Discussion	AWS Academy Online	10%
AWS Knowledge Checks	AWS Academy Online	30%
AWS Labs	AWS Academy Online	30%
AWS Final Exam	Blackboard Online	30%

All work is provided for each student at the beginning of the semester. It is your responsibility to ensure all work is completed by the scheduled dates.

** This is an accelerated 8 week course and requires substantial work outside of class.

Attendance

• Check your email daily.  The email address used by your instructor is the @amarillocollege.com email issued to each AC student.
• Complete assignments by the scheduled date/time.  There is a "no late work" policy, except in extreme circumstances.
• Attendance for on-campus classes will be taken during each class period. Attendance for online classes will be monitored by access log-in dates recorded in Blackboard and uCertify.  Excessive absence and lack of participation may result in failure of the course.
• Students should plan on spending a minimum of 10-12 hours per week on this course, outside of class. Actual amounts will vary depending on weekly assignments and topic complexity. Please schedule your time, so that you are able to devote the appropriate energy and effort to achieve success in this course.
• Your instructor, Chris George, can be contacted by email through the course in Blackboard. If Blackboard is not available, please email chrisgeorge@actx.edu.  In-person meetings or additional help are available if needed or desired. Please contact by email to set up a convenient day/time.

Calendar

Additional Information

Additional Information

 

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:

01/18: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (College Closed)

01/19: Spring Semester Begins

01/27: Census Day (Administrative Drop for Non-Attendance)

03/02: Spring I Withdrawal Date

03/03: CIS Job Fair

03/11: Spring I Semester Ends

03/15 - 03/21: Spring Break

03/22: Spring 2 Semester Begins

 

TECHNOLOGY & COMPUTING ISSUES

• Open Computer Labs: The Business Systems and Emerging Technology Department hosts an open computer lab on the 2nd Floor of the Byrd Business Building. Labs are open 7 days a week. Assistance with this course and/or technical assistance are available in the computer labs. Visit the Computer Information Systems (CIS) website for additional details: http://cis.actx.edu.
• Computer Services Center: Located within the AC Bookstore, trained staff will diagnose computer-related issues and repair problems on a fee-for-service basis. Laptop rentals are also available. Visit the Computer Services Center website for additional details: https://www.actx.edu/bookstore/computer-service-center.
• Student & Faculty Help Center: Located on the first floor of Ware Student Commons, the Help Center provides technical support to students and faculty. The Help Center offers assistance in logging into AC Connect, Blackboard, resetting passwords, and general computing and software questions. Visit the Student & Faculty Help Center website at https://www.actx.edu/ctl/helpcenterhelpcenter.

COURSE ASSISTANCE

• Tutoring: A variety of options are available when you need a little extra help in a course (online, walk-in, one-on-one. Visit the Tutoring website at https://www.actx.edu/tutoring/.
• Writers' Corner: Writers' Corner offers one-on-one tutoring to review assignment requirements, provide constructive feedback, and guide students through all phases of the writing process. Writer’s Corner will not edit you work, but will help you get on the right path. Visit the Writer’s Corner website atathttpshttps://www.actx.edu/english/writerscornerwriterscorner.
• DisAbility Services: DisAbility Services helps students by providing necessary accommodations for course success and to facilitate access to all services and programs at Amarillo College. Visit the DisAbility Services website at DisAbility Services helps students by providing necessary accommodations for course success and to facilitate access to all services and programs at Amarillo College. Visit the DisAbility Services website at https://www.actx.edu/disability/.
• Learn about using AC Connect (Blackboard) and using features of our course by reviewing the following tutorials:
  • Blackboard On Demand Learning Center for Students
    • Topic list: https://help.blackboard.com/Learn/Student
    • Videos: http://ondemand.blackboard.com/students.htm
  • AC Connect Student Resources
    • https://www.actx.edu/ctl/ac-connect-student-resources

PERSONAL ISSUES

• Advocacy & Resource Center: The Advocacy & Resource Center is located on the first floor of Ware Student Commons. A variety of resources are available in the areas of social services, a food pantry, a clothing closet, and adult student programs. Visit the Advocacy & Resource Center website at http://www.actx.edu/arc/advocacy-and-resource-center.
• Counseling Center: At the Counseling Center, student and counselor work together to develop more personal awareness and the skills needed to overcome barriers to success. All services are free and confidential. Visit the Counseling Center website at: https://www.actx.edu/counseling/index.php.
• Legal Clinic: The Legal Clinic is a free, walk-in clinic assisting enrolled AC students on various legal issues including family law, immigration, probate, landlord-tenant issues, and general legal matters. Visit the Legal Clinic website at https://www.actx.edu/legalstudies/legal-student-intershiplegalstudies/legal-student-intership.