COMP41500 Virtualisation & Cloud Computing

Academic Year 2018/2019

This module introduces Desktop and Server Virtualisation to include different options and vendors available, with a key focus on Open Source Architecture. Students will be inroduced to some of the different server (Microsoft Hyper-V, VMWare ESXi, OpenStack) and Desktop (Virtual box and Virtual PC) virtualisation environments available. The topics covered include introductions to the different types of virtualisation, reviewing virtualisation products.

The module includes ongoing lab work which will include:

(1) Installing and managing a VMWare ESXi environment.
(2) Setting up Virtual machines.
(3) Installing vCenter Server managing Virtual machines through vCenter Server via vSphere clients.
(4) Setting up and managing other vendor products to include Open Source alternatives.

Any student taking this module must have their own laptop.

Please note that lectures for this module will take place in the Institute of Public Administration (IPA) building in Ballsbridge (usually evenings). Lecturer: Tom Brett (IPA). Students interested in taking this module should contact Tom directly for further information at tombrett@ipa.ie.

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Curricular information is subject to change

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this module students should be able to:

(1) Describe the different types of Virtualisation environment.
(2) Understand Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Environments.
(3) Be able to understand and compare product offerings to include VMware, Microsoft, and Open Source products.
(4) Install, configure and manage VMWare ESX(i) Servers.
(5) Install, configure and manage VMWare vCenter Server.
(6) Install, configure and manage VMWare vSphere Clients.
(7) Install configure and manage a selection of other Desktop and server Virtualisation products.

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

20
Practical

20
Specified Learning Activities

50
Autonomous Student Learning

110
Total

200
 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.



 
Description % of Final Grade Timing
Examination: End of Year Exam

45

 2 hour End of Trimester Exam
Continuous Assessment: Student Assignments

35

 Varies over the Trimester
Multiple Choice Questionnaire: Mid-term Review

20

 Week 6

Compensation

This module is not passable by compensation

Resit Opportunities

In-semester assessment

Remediation

If you fail this module you may repeat, resit or substitute where permissible.