Cloud Technologies Field of study: Computer Science
Programme code: W4-N1IN19.2024

Module name: Cloud Technologies
Module code: W4-IN-N1-24-4-TCH
Programme code: W4-N1IN19.2024
Semester: summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The purpose of the module is to familiarize the student with concepts related to working in a cloud environment, such as: 1. characteristics of cloud computing 2. models of cloud-related services and implementations 3. overview of cloud technology services, cloud service providers 4. key aspects of cloud data storage and management 5. specifics of native applications for the cloud environment 6. automation of resource management, infrastructure, and application deployment (DevOps, DevSecOps, CI/CD tools) 7. management and cost optimization 8. elements of the cloud-specific security
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
The student is aware of the differences specific to the cloud computing environment, as well as its advantages and disadvantages. [K01]
 IN_W02 [2/5] IN_K01 [3/5] IN_W07 [2/5] IN_U09 [5/5]
The student is able to describe and give examples of service models and implementations related to cloud computing and is able to use tools to automate deployments in the cloud [U01]
 IN_U03 [3/5] IN_U05 [5/5] IN_U07 [5/5]
The student is able to use available sources, including product documentation independently [U02]
 IN_U04 [5/5] IN_U05 [5/5] IN_U09 [5/5]
The student is able to design and carry out a cloud deployment based on the given specification. [U03]
 IN_U05 [5/5] IN_W08 [5/5] IN_U07 [5/5] IN_U09 [5/5]
The student knows cloud computing models and their typical applications and is aware of the associated costs and risks. [W01]
 IN_W05 [2/5] IN_W06 [5/5] IN_W07 [4/5] IN_W08 [5/5]
The student knows the tools used to work in a cloud computing environment. [W02]
 IN_W06 [5/5] IN_W07 [5/5] IN_W08 [5/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
workshop [01] 20 Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
Activating method – peer learning [b08] 
Activating method – flipped classroom [b09] 
Demonstration-imitation [c06] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Production exercise – workshop [e02] 
Internship [e05] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02] 
Conceptual work [f03]  		course work K01 U01 U02 U03 W01 W02
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Consulting materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus [a04] Preparation for classes
agreeing on materials complementary to those indicated in the syllabus, supporting the implementation of tasks resulting from or necessary for class participation
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Development of a corrective action plan as well as supplementary/corrective tasks [d02] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reviewing and selecting tasks and activities enabling the elimination of errors indicated by the academic teacher, their verification or correction resulting in completing the task with at least the minimum passing grade
Undertaking, on one’s own initiative and individually, activities aimed at expanding the scope or depth of the teaching content, also beyond the walls of the University [e01] Activities complementary to the classes
a set of activities undertaken independently and on the student's own initiative, aimed at expanding the depth and scope of knowledge and skills, their revision and repetition, retention or verification, also activities carried outside the university, e.g., in a culture promoting or educational institution, a laboratory, in the open air, etc.; also self-education
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