This course educates participants on building cloud infrastructure based on a cloud computing reference model that includes five fundamental layers (physical, virtual, control, orchestration, and service) and three cross-layer functions (business continuity, security, and service management). Technologies, components, processes, and mechanisms for each layer and cross-layer function will be covered.
Using the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology definition of cloud computing, the course takes an ‘open’ approach, focusing on technology concepts and principles that can be applied in any environment. Upon successful course completion, participants will have the knowledge to make informed decisions on technologies, processes, and mechanisms required to build a cloud infrastructure.