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<p>The mainframes are large-scale computer system architectures and their services were established in early 1960s, whereas the cloud computing services were established in late 2000. This unit introduces the fundamental of these two services and the synergy between these two architectures. It will enable students to understand the architecture, technologies and scalable applications supported by these services. This unit will incorporate additional learning hours to support the development of students’ academic and study skills.</p>
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<p>This may include:<br>
•The changing nature of businesses, changing nature of ICT professionals and the relationship between Business, ICT and Higher Education<br>
•Cloud computing fundamentals;<br>
•Cloud architecture;<br>
•Cloud service model;<br>
•Cloud security fundamentals ;<br>
•Introduction to the mainframe environment;<br>
•Similarities in mainframes and cloud computing ;<br>
•Mainframe workloads for business needs.<br>
•ICT technical skills for Cloud and Mainframes<br>
•Overview of the popular cloud computing platforms.</p>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>The mainframes are large-scale computer system architectures and their services were established in early 1960s, whereas the cloud computing services were established in late 2000. This unit introduces the fundamental of these two services and the synergy between these two architectures. It will enable students to understand the architecture, technologies and scalable applications supported by these services. This unit will incorporate additional learning hours to support the development of students’ academic and study skills.</p>
Unit content
<p>This may include:<br> •The changing nature of businesses, changing nature of ICT professionals and the relationship between Business, ICT and Higher Education<br> •Cloud computing fundamentals;<br> •Cloud architecture;<br> •Cloud service model;<br> •Cloud security fundamentals ;<br> •Introduction to the mainframe environment;<br> •Similarities in mainframes and cloud computing ;<br> •Mainframe workloads for business needs.<br> •ICT technical skills for Cloud and Mainframes<br> •Overview of the popular cloud computing platforms.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Information Technology
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
029999 - Information Technology, n.e.c.
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/gpsit1104">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
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Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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K1
<p>Identify key elements and services in cloud and mainframe computing.</p>
K2
<p>Explain the role of cloud and mainframes in contemporary business models.</p>
K3
<p>Recognise the importance of security and privacy in cloud and mainframe environments.</p>
S1
<p>Use cloud environments and services to address basic business needs.</p>
S2
<p>Describe typical mainframe workloads and their relevance to business operations.</p>
S3
<p>Interpret basic security and privacy requirements in shared computing environments.</p>
S4
<p>Critique contemporary IT industry practices/presentations related to cloud and enterprise computing,and relate them to professional standards and your own career aspirations.</p>
S5
<p>Develop the appropriate English language and academic skills to successfully study at an undergraduate level</p>
A1
<p>Apply knowledge of the cloud and mainframe service for a range of business models;</p>
A2
<p>Interpret cloud and mainframe environments in the context of enterprise computing.</p>
Assessment
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<p>Students will complete a series of lab/tutorial activities that involve identifying key components of cloud and mainframe systems, configuring basic services, and interpreting security and privacy settings in shared environments. These tasks will reinforce foundational technical skills and concepts through hands-on practice.</p>
<p>Lab/Tutorial Tasks</p>
<p>20-30%</p>
K1, K3, S1, S2, S3, S5, A2
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<p>Students will complete a written assignment that requires them to explain the role of cloud and mainframe computing in contemporary business models. They will apply their understanding to analyse how different services support business operations and address security concerns.</p>
<p>Case Study</p>
<p>30-50%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S3, S4, S5, A1
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<p>Students will deliver short presentation(s) that critiques current IT industry practices related to cloud and enterprise computing. They will reflect on how these practices align with professional standards and discuss how they relate to their own career aspirations. </p>
<p>Presentation(s)</p>
<p>20-30%</p>
K2, K3, S2, S4, S5, A1
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplementary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Description of FedTASK outcome
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Information Technology
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
029999 - Information Technology, n.e.c.
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/gpsit1104">View unit fees</a>
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