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CSC-20057 - Module Specification
School of Computer Science and Mathematics
Faculty of Natural Sciences

For academic year: 2024/25 Last Updated: 14 May 2024

CSC-20057 - Cloud Computing
Coordinator: Baidaa Al-Bander
Lecture Time: See Timetable...
Level: Level 5
Credits: 15
Study Hours: 150
School Office: 01782 733075

Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None
None

Description for 2024/25


Aims
To provide a practical and theoretical understanding of virtualisation technologies and their realisation in practical Cloud Computing systems.

Intended Learning Outcomes

identify virtualised solutions to common computing application requirements: 1
implement virtualised solutions using cloud architectures and technologies: 1
ascertain the advantages and disadvantages of cloud migration in the context of business information technology requirements: 1
identify the ethical issues involved in cloud-based virtualisation and the means of addressing such issues related to security and data privacy: 1
identify and justify virtualised solution architectures: 1

Study hours

16 hours workshops and practicals (supported online and in block release)
14 hours online lectures
120 hours of private study

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment

1: Coursework weighted 100%
Design and implementation of a cloud-based application
Design and implement a cloud-based application which ensures secure access. Create a technical report covering the features implemented, evaluating the design choices made, in relation to specific characteristics of cloud computing and related enabling technologies. Provide a critical evaluation of performance relative to conventional solutions. The technical report is equivalent to approximately 2500-3000 words. Formatting guidelines will be provided.

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Last Updated: 14 May 2024