Cloud Computing Fundamentals

The Cloud Computing Fundamentals Programme strengthens organisational capability by building a workforce skilled in modern digital infrastructure. 

Businesses benefit from improved efficiency, scalability, and competitiveness through employees who understand core cloud services from leading providers.

Accredited by ICITP and aligned to SAQA standards, the programme ensures compliance and delivers recognised certification that supports organisational credibility and digital transformation.

  • 1 Month
  • Non-credit bearing
  • NQF Level - None
  • SAQA ID: None
Overview
Objectives
Modules
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The Cloud Computing Fundamentals Programme builds organisational capability by introducing the core principles of cloud technologies.

Covering service and deployment models, infrastructure, and security essentials, it equips businesses to leverage cloud environments effectively.

This strengthens digital transformation, improves scalability, and enhances long‑term competitiveness.

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Programme Objectives

The Cloud Computing Fundamentals Programme targets the following objectives:

  • Understand the core concepts and benefits of cloud computing
  • Differentiate between service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
  • Identify cloud deployment models (public, private, hybrid, community)
  • Explain cloud infrastructure components including virtualisation, storage, and networking
  • Recognise security, compliance, and data privacy issues in cloud environments
  • Compare offerings from major cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud

Who will benefit?

  • Learners aiming for careers in IT or roles where cloud-based knowledge supports business operations.

Programme Modules

  • Introduction to Cloud Computing: Characteristics, history, and benefits

  • Cloud Service Models: Infrastructure, Platform, and Software as a Service explained
  • Cloud Deployment Models: Public, private, hybrid, and community approaches
  • Virtualisation and Cloud Infrastructure: Virtual machines, hypervisors, storage, and networks
  • Cloud Security and Compliance: Data privacy, encryption, authentication, GDPR, and POPIA basics
  • Cloud Providers and Services: Comparing AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud
  • Cloud in Business Applications: Practical use of cloud for digital transformation and scalability
  • Final Project: Designing a cloud solution proposal

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