Abstract
This subject focuses on container virtualization using open-source technologies that automate the deployment of applications. Students of the subject will create and run their own custom container environment, from the base operating system through to the entire container platform. Students will also study the appropriate use of different container types … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
Container fundamentalsContainers versus virtual machinesDifferent container technologiesConfiguring a container engineContainer virtual networkingContainer orchestration and clusteringImages and containersWorking with remote repositoriesSecurity and isolationTroubleshootingMonitoring and alertingControlling running containersContainers in a business context
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to install and configure a container engine;
2.
be able to determine the appropriate use of different container types and/or virtual machines;
3.
be able to build and maintain a container for a custom application;
4.
be able to design a secure container environment;
5.
be able to configure networking between containers;
6.
be able to design and manage a cluster of containers; and
7.
be able to apply containers to business workflows.
Enrolment restrictions
Only available to students enrolled in IT Masters relevant courses