Short Course

Cloud Begins with Me

Programme ScheduleDuration (days)Mode of DeliveryProgramme Code
To be advised1Classroom LearningTGS-2021003726

Course Overview

Cloud computing brings faster innovation, flexible resources and economies of scale with the delivery of services through the Internet. With remote teams and diverse markets, cloud computing facilities collaboration in a secure environment expediently and with low start-up cost, bringing powerful applications and services to businesses of all sizes.

This course provides insight into the potential of cloud computing – from data storage and software services to computing on demand.

This is a fundamental course designed for participants who would like to know what cloud services are and how to implement cloud service especially for those who have not had any prior experience with cloud services.

Course Objectives

This course aims to:
• Equip participants with essential knowledge and skills about cloud services and how to use resources from these services;
• Share and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using cloud services;
• Introduce and examine the basic concepts of cloud services in terms of how to create and utilize services such as infrastructure, platform, and application as a service (IaaS, PaaS, and AaaS); and
• Equip participants with an understanding and appreciation of the basic cloud concepts, and to apply cloud services in their work roles.

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:
• Understand the advantages and disadvantages of using Cloud services;
• Decide whether it is suitable to move their company’s infrastructure, platform, and applications to the cloud services; and
• Apply basic cloud services in their work roles.

Who Should Attend

Anyone without any experiences with Cloud services

Prerequisites

Create a Microsoft Azure free account

Testimonials


Engaging and helpful, essential knowledge in the right pace within a day. Key concepts covered. Good overview.

Mok Shen Khueen

The lecturer was able to deliver the technical content in a commercial and business-relevant way, which made it easy for participants to follow and apply in their daily use cases.

Lim Shin Chiann

The trainer is extremely knowledgeable and brings a wealth of practical experience to this course. Even though it can get a bit technical, the trainer took enough efforts to provide examples and simplify to the best extent.

Saumil

This course should be conducted frequently to cater larger intakes, as cloud services will be essential for near future.

Ye Myint Aung Joey

Instructors


Mr Chris Liu

Programme Fees


Singapore Citizens Singapore PRs Enhanced Training Support for SMEs International Participants
39 years old
or younger
40 years old
or older
Full Programme Fee S$850.00 S$850.00 S$850.00 S$850.00 S$850.00
Less: SSG Grant Amount S$595.00 S$595.00 S$595.00 S$595.00 -
Nett Programme Fee S$255.00 S$255.00 S$255.00 S$255.00 S$850.00
9% GST on Nett Programme Fee S$22.95 S$22.95 S$22.95 S$22.95 S$76.50
Total Nett Programme Fee Payable, Including GST S$277.95 S$277.95 S$277.95 S$277.95 S$926.50
Less Additional Funding - S$170.00 - S$170.00 -
Total Nett Programme Fee Payable, Including GST, after additional funding from the various funding schemes S$277.95 S$107.95 S$277.95 S$107.95 S$926.50
  1. Total Nett Programme Fee Payable, including GST, after additional funding from various funding schemes.
  2. Participants must fulfill at least 75% attendance and pass all assessment components to be eligible for SSG funding.
  3. Please note that all external funding for courses is limited in duration and subject to eligibility and availability.

Other Information

This course is eligible for Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP). NTUC members can enjoy up to 50% funding (capped at $250 per year) under UTAP. NTUC members aged 40 and above can enjoy higher funding support up to $500 per individual each year, capped at 50% of unfunded course fees, for courses attended between 1 July 2020 to 31 December 2025. Please click here for more information.