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Course Name, Prefix, Number: Cloud Foundations, COMP 1801

Campus Name and Address

Central Louisiana Technical College

Credit Hours:

4

Lecture Hours:

2

Lab Hours:

2

Contact Hours:

90

Instructor:

Bryan Broussard

Instructor Information:

·         bryanbroussard@cltcc.edu

·         337.501.0029Links to an external site.
You can text me between 8 am and 8 pm. You must include your name and course name to ensure I will respond.

·         Office hours

o    Tuesdays and Thursdays 12 noon – 4:30 pm

o    Preschedule a Virtual meeting through WebEx

·         Please email via Canvas Inbox (directions on Canvas)

·         Central Louisiana Technical Community College, Main Campus (Links to an external site.)
516 Murray Street (Links to an external site.), Room 312
Alexandria, LA 71301 (Links to an external site.)

Course Description

This course introduces cloud computing which shifts information systems from on-premises computing infrastructure to highly scalable internet architectures. The course provides a solid foundation of cloud computing technologies and provides students with the understanding required to effectively evaluate and assess the business and technical benefits of cloud computing and cloud applications. Students analyze a variety of cloud services (storage, servers, and software applications) and cloud providers. Case studies will be used to examine various industry cloud practices and applications. The course also surveys cloud careers and discusses industry demand for cloud skills. (2/2/4)

Outcomes

As a result of successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

  1. Describe cloud services offered by cloud providers, such as Amazon AWS
  2. Plan for cloud service implementations
  3. Utilize cloud services offered by cloud providers, such as Amazon AWS

Required Textbooks

All Course content is hosted on the AWS Canvas instance.  There is no textbook.

Additional Materials/Resources

·         COSTS AND FEES:

o    Amazon Web Services charges for the use of their platform. While all enrolled students will receive a $50 credit toward any AWS charges via the AWS Educate program, it is extremely important to realize that what you do online might easily spend this entire credit. I intend to utilize a free- tier of service that AWS provides to all new users. If you do something wrong, however, you could easily spend this entire credit and be liable for additional charges that I cannot get waived. One of our early tasks in class is to set up a budget alert so that you can be informed via email about any overage charges. PLEASE ACT RESPONSIBLY AND CAREFULLY TO PREVENT THESE COSTS AND FEES. 

·         COURSE FORMAT:

o    This course is being offered in an online format. We will be covering an entire class in just 8 weeks. As a result, this kind of class format requires a diligent and motivated student. A course website has been created with content and video and other information. In addition to reading the online content, homework will be assigned.

·         COURSE WEBSITES:

o    All students enrolled in this class have been provided access to a course website located at https://awsacademy.instructure.com/courses/Links to an external site..

§  Your username is your CLTCC student email address. Your password is the password you set when you access the AWS Canvas instance.

§  All course and lecture content has been made available through this course website. You will find electronic copies of all the information presented there.

§  I highly recommend you familiarize yourself with the site and the way I am posting content for your use.

o    The CLTCC course website is available from https://cltcc.instructure.com.

§  Your username is your Lola USER id. Your password is the same one you use for LoLA.

o    There very well might be issues that crop up throughout the course. I appreciate your patience and understanding while we all learn together. 

·         SOFTWARE:

o    To access Amazon Web Services, you will need to use a supported web browser. At present, Amazon supports the following browsers:

§  Google Chrome: latest 3 versions

§  Mozilla Firefox: latest 3 versions

§  Microsoft Explorer: version 11 and higher (As of May 1, 2016, Amazon no longer supports Internet Explorer versions older than version 11)

§  Microsoft Edge: version 12 and higher

§  Apple Safari: version 7, 8 and 9
Please use one of these supported products. Install this product on whatever computer you plan to use to access Amazon Web Services and Canvas.

·         COURSEWORK:

o    In addition to reading assignments and in-class work, homework will be assigned. You are expected to have read all the course content I have made available each week. Homework is to be submitted at the start of class on the due date. LATE HOMEWORK WILL NOT RECEIVE FULL CREDIT.

·         ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION:

o    It is your responsibility to make certain that all files that are submitted electronically can be easily accessed from your submission folder. Following the naming conventions described in class is the best way you can ensure that you receive the highest grades for your assignments. Files that cannot be opened will receive a lower grade. It is a very good idea to make a backup copy of your assignments!

o    You must follow the electronic submission guidelines to turn in all projects.

o    You must submit homework thereby following the electronic submission guidelines discussed in class. Please monitor that site regularly for important notices and announcements posted online, as mid-course corrections may be necessary.

E-Mail

All students are requested to obtain an e-mail account. If you have any questions about the course or need assistance, please contact me in person or by telephone during office hours, or by e-mail at any time. Also, you may submit the end-of-chapter case project assignments in class on the due date or by e-mail with a date stamp at or before 5:00 P.M. on the due date. E-mail submissions should be submitted as an attachment in Microsoft Word format.

Grading Criteria

A   90-100
B   89-80
C   79-70
D   60-69
F   Below 60

Grading Scale

100-90 
89-80 
79-70 
69-60  
59-below 

Section

Z01

Term

Fall

ATTENDANCE

Students must be officially enrolled in any course that they attend. It is expected that students will attend scheduled classes regularly and on time. If an absence occurs, it is the responsibility of the student to make up all missed work, if approved by the instructor. Students who stop attending a course and do not officially withdraw will receive grades of “0” for all work missed and will result in a punitive final grade. This policy shall be superseded by any more stringent attendance policy required by a regulatory or licensing body having jurisdiction over program requirements. Attendance will be tracked and maintained for various reporting purposes.

CLASS WITHDRAWAL POLICY

The deadline for dropping a class is published each semester on the CLTCC website in the academic calendar. A student who officially withdraws from a class prior to the designated date will receive a grade of “W” in that class. Any student who receives financial aid and withdraws from any or all classes is subject to repaying a portion of the funding received.

ACADEMIC HONESTY

The faculty of Central Louisiana Technical College supports the concept of academic honesty. The teaching faculty encourages academic honesty in all classes and we require academic honesty from all students. All students are expected to maintain honesty and integrity when completing all academic assignments and examinations. Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty will not be tolerated. Any student found guilty of such dishonorable acts in academic work will receive a “0” for the work presented. The instructor may also refer the student to the appropriate administrator for further disciplinary actions, which could result in an “F” in the course, dismissal from the course, or dismissal from the college.

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

Students will be suspended for actions detrimental to the welfare of other students, instructors, staff, and the campus. These actions include, but are not limited to: Firearms and/or weapons, alcoholic beverages, and illegal drugs will not be permitted on campus. Profanity and fighting are strictly prohibited. Smoking or use of any other tobacco products is prohibited. Students must not eat or drink beverages in classrooms or labs. Vandalism will not be permitted on campus. Dishonesty will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Students who cheat, or aid in the act thereof, may be dismissed from campus. Students must display a respectable attitude and behavior toward instructor and other students. The college has a Zero Tolerance Policy, meaning the campuses should be completely free of threats and assaults to ensure the highest standard of safety for all faculty, staff, students, and visitors on each campus. The college will take all reasonably available steps to protect all such persons from violence. Violators of the Zero Tolerance Policy will be suspended.

 

Title IX

Central Louisiana Technical Community College faculty and staff are committed to helping create a safe and open learning environment for all students. If you (or someone you know) have experienced any form of sexual misconduct, including sexual assault, dating or domestic violence, or stalking, know that help and support are available. The College strongly encourages all community members to act, seek support, and report incidents of sexual misconduct to the Title IX Office. Be advised that we must disclose information about misconduct as per Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

If you wish to speak to a confidential employee who does not have this reporting responsibility, you can contact the Title IX Coordinator for Students at 318-487-5443 ext. 1129. If it is an ADA issue, you can contact CLTCC's ADA Coordinator for Students at 318-487-5443 ext. For more information about reporting options and resources at CLTCC and the community, visit our Title IX page. Please complete the following Incident Report by clicking here to report the incident. Under "Nature of this Report," choose Title IX or Disability Service Request regarding a Reasonable Accommodations issue.

DISCIPLINARY PROBATION

A student may be placed on disciplinary probation when campus rules and policies are disregarded. When a student is placed on disciplinary probation, the student is given a specified time to improve his/her record. If the student’s record does not show improvement, the student may be suspended for a specific time, usually a semester or more.

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

The Central Louisiana Technical College complies with Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Students with disabilities who seek accommodations must make their requests known by contacting the Disabilities Coordinator at the beginning of each semester. If a disability is identified later in the semester, a non-retroactive accommodation plan will be developed.

Course Transferability

A student should contact the institution to which he or she intends to transfer to inquire about the potential transferability of the course and to determine whether the course will count in his or her major.

Instructor Credentials

All instructors for this course meet or exceed the criteria for academic and professional preparation as required in the SACS/COC standards for accreditation.