Course Overview

Domain
Infocomm Technology
Format
SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP)
Duration
4+ months
Fee Subsidy
Up to 95% SF Funding

As organisations are moving their applications and data to cloud platforms with enhanced security, the demand for cloud computing and DevOps skills is one the rise.

Key factors include the cost savings and scalability of cloud solutions, which support remote work and innovation. In DevOps, faster delivery, improved teamwork, and automation enhance reliability and customer satisfaction.

This programme focuses on the essential skills required for modern-day cloud computing and DevOps professionals, equipping aspiring and current infocomm technology professionals to thrive in the fast-paced digital landscape.

Learners will gain a strong understanding of cloud computing concepts, platforms, and services while mastering DevOps methodologies for efficient software delivery. Topics include cloud infrastructure, platform and software services, security, and cost optimisation, along with DevOps principles and automation techniques to streamline development and deployment processes.

They will also apply their skills into practice with a Capstone Project, demonstrating the ability to design, implement, and manage cloud-based solutions.

Who Should Attend

Individuals with STEM-related work experience looking to pivot into a career in cloud computing for roles such as:

  • Cloud engineer/consultant
  • Cloud infrastructure engineer
  • Site reliability engineer
  • DevOps engineer
Prerequisites

Individuals should possess a relevant background, which may include:

  • A minimum of a STEM-related diploma; or
  • Completion of a STEM-related BootCamp programme within the past three years; or
  • Relevant work experience in the Infocomm sector or related job roles; or
  • Prior or current work experience in a STEM-related field.

What You Will Learn

Module 1: Foundations and Cloud Fundamentals

  • Explain the foundational concepts of IT cloud infrastructure, cloud technologies, and cloud computing
  • Demonstrate an understanding of deploying cloud solutions and outline key principles of cloud security and governance

Module 2: Cloud Infrastructure and Deployment

  • Identify and explain the core components of cloud infrastructure—virtual machines, storage, networking, databases, and content delivery networks—while mastering major cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP
  • Design scalable and resilient cloud architectures to meet business needs, implementing application and infrastructure deployments using infrastructure as code and CI/CD techniques
  • Manage cloud resources efficiently while applying security best practices to identify vulnerabilities and tackle challenges in migration, governance, and compliance

Module 3: Cloud Security and Compliance (SecOps)

  • Identify cloud security threats and vulnerabilities, exploring shared responsibility models while applying IAM and RBAC measures to enhance security
  • Secure data at rest and in transit with encryption, implement firewalls and VPNs for network security, and perform patch management and vulnerability scanning to maintain system integrity
  • Recognise and apply compliance standards (e.g., PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR, ISO 27001), conduct audits, and develop incident response strategies for cloud environments while exploring emerging cloud security technologies

Module 4: DevOps Practices and Tools

  • Demonstrate the ability to implement DevSecOps and DevOps concepts for deploying secure and agile technological solutions

Module 5: Cloud Administration, Optimisation and Operations

  • Design, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure, gaining proficiency in cloud networking, storage, and compute services while optimising resource utilisation and performance
  • Manage cloud spending and resource allocation while applying security best practices and compliance standards to ensure secure, cost-effective operations
  • Apply robust cloud computing practices on major platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) while developing problem-solving skills to optimise performance, troubleshoot applications, and implement backup and disaster recovery strategies

Module 6: Capstone Project on Cloud Computing and DevOps

  • Synthesise and apply the cloud computing and DevOps skills acquired throughout the previous five learning modules in the Capstone Project, effectively demonstrating their problem-solving and solutioning capabilities relating to cloud domains to potential employers

Teaching Team

Edison Zhuang
Edison Zhuang

Senior Manager, Software Engineering & Development, Synapxe

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Wong Shen Nan
Wong Shen Nan

Data & Automation Engineer of Iterative

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Schedule

Course Run Dates Topics and Delivery
TBA TBA Facilitated classroom training
Classes are held once a week from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm over four+ months
In-person assessment (MCQ)
Five tests over four+ months
Synchronous e-Learning
Classes are held online twice a week from 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm over four+ months
Assignments and project works, self-learning
Asynchronous e-Learning with research and reading materials
Capstone project, self-learning with project consultation and final project presentation

Certificate and Assessment

A Certificate of Participation will be issued to participants who:

  • Attend at least 75% of the course
  • Undertake and pass non-credit bearing assessment during the course

Fee Structure

The full fee for this course is S$16,350.00.

CategoryAfter SF Funding
Singapore Citizen (Below 40)S$4,905.00
Singapore Citizen (40 & Above)S$1,905.00
Singapore Citizen who meets the additional course fee funding support criteriaS$1,155.00
Singapore PR / LTVP+ HolderS$4,905.00
Non-Singapore CitizenNot Eligible


Note:

  • All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
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Additional Course Fee Funding Support Criteria

To be eligible for 95% additional course fee funding support, applicants must be a Singapore Citizen and meet one of the following criteria:

  • Long-term unemployed individual (unemployed for six months or more); or
  • Person with disabilities; or
  • Individual in need of financial assistance – ComCare Short-to-Medium Term Assistance (SMTA) recipient or Workfare Income Supplement (WIS) recipient. Additionally, they should not have received any other funding from government sources in respect of the actual grant disbursed for the programme.
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Funding
Learn more about funding schemes available

Speak to Our Career Coach

If you have further questions regarding the SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme, do get in touch with our career coach Joe Leong via email, or make an appointment today.

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