Course Description:
This module aims to provide an overview of cloud computing to students. Students are expected to learn what cloud computing means and its significance to the modern world. The history, development and impacts of cloud computing are discussed in the module. The module trains students to use state-of-the-art cloud computing tools and applications, such as virtual machine (VM) and Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deal with daily-life challenges, and to scientifically analyse and evaluate the cloud computing methods to solve the challenges. The module is designed for students without prior computing or programming background.