Specialist Diploma in Cloud Computing (Architecture)

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Specialist Diploma in Cloud Computing (Architecture)

Overview

Course Date:
21 Apr 2025 to 31 Mar 2026
Registration Period:
01 Dec 2024 to 31 Jan 2025
Duration/Frequency:
240 hours (1 year)
Mode of Training:
Facilitated Learning (Face-to-Face/ Online Synchronous)
Venue:
Singapore Polytechnic (facilitated classroom training)/ Online E-Learning
Funding:
Eligible for SkillsFuture Credit

Please note that once the maximum class size is reached, the online registration will be closed. You may register your interest and will be notified when there is a new run.

Class schedule:
9 evenings per module
7.00pm to 9.00pm
(to be confirmed closer to the course commencement)

Modular Certificate to start with:
PDC 1

Please refer to Academic Calendar.

Enquiries
For course specific details, please contact the course manager:
Name: Mr Lau Chung Meng
Email: lau_chung_meng@sp.edu.sg

For more information on this course, please check out our course preview session here.
For other enquiries, please email to ptenquiry@sp.edu.sg

Course Objective

This programme aims to develop participants with the competency required to build Cloud based infrastructures and Cloud Native solutions that enable emerging technology area such as Artificial Intelligence, IoT and Data Analytics to perform end to end digital transformation, from conception to delivery. Graduates from this programme will be able to:

architect and deploy secure and robust applications on Cloud technologies;
define a Cloud solution using architectural design principles based on customer requirements; and
offer implementation guidance to the organization throughout the life cycle of the project.

Course Outline

The course adopts a blended learning approach, with 70% of the program being self-paced e-learning and the remaining 30% being facilitated sessions held on campus or online. This allows for flexibility in learning while still providing opportunities for engagement with instructors and peers through regular check-in periods. The e-learning component includes digital lessons, lab exercises, videos, and knowledge checks. The facilitated sessions promote interactive experiences and collaboration among participants.

PDC 1 Certificate in Fundamentals of Cloud Computing

Module 1 – Cloud Foundations
Module 2 – Linux System Administration

PDC 2 Certificate in Architecting and Solutioning on Cloud
Module 1 – Cloud Architecting
Module 2 – Intelligent Digital Solution

Click here for the module synopsis.

For more information on this course, please check out our course preview session here.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants should have a relevant Polytechnic Diploma/Degree in the Computing, IT or Engineering areas.

Applicants from other disciplines but with relevant working experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Certification / Accreditation

Upon completion of the modules in each semester, the participant will be awarded one Post-Diploma Certificates (PDC) respectively.

Upon successfully acquiring the two PDCs, the participant will be conferred a Specialist Diploma in Cloud Computing (Architecture) qualification from Singapore Polytechnic.

Suitable for

This course is specially designed for individuals who have some IT background such as some knowledge in computer networking and computer systems, and wish to start a career in Cloud Computing.