Stepping up with cloud computing

In today’s technological world, the phrase ‘cloud computing’ is not foreign to those involved in either computing or engineering industry. For those who are not aware of it- the phrase- simply refers to the delivery of computing as a service rather than a product, whereby shared resources, software and information are provided to computers and other devices as a utility over a network.

As long as there is a demand for cloud computing, there are obviously opportunities waiting to be seized by those who mastered it. Keeping this in mind, KBU International College always engages its students in activities such as IBM SmartCloud Camp which is jointly organised by IBM Malaysia and MDeC.

The event which was open for both professionals and students was held from 24^th to 25^th February 2012 in Tunku Abdul Rahman College. 

“The journey towards the IBM SmartCloud Camp started in September 2011 after a complimentary cloud training and compulsory online quiz,” said Olayemi Folake Esther, a Nigerian student from KBU who obtained second prize together with her team mates.

She added that the victory was unexpected as all she wanted was to acquire more knowledge on cloud computing from the camp.

 “KBU has contributed a lot to my success. The knowledge I acquired from the College has been very helpful,” added Olayemi who is currently pursuing her studies in BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering.

 “Even though I am a foreigner, I never felt out of place. The lecturers are always interacting closely with all students, both local and international students. I don’t think other institutions can offer such an environment,” said Olayemi.

 “Around 90 shortlisted students and professionals were selected to join the three-day intensive camp, “said Chong Han Liang, KBU alumnus who graduated last year with BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering. 

“There were 15 teams comprised of professionals and students competing amongst each other. We were given two scenarios to choose from for the topic of our proposal- delivering infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and delivering Software as a Service (SaaS),” said Chong who grabbed second prize in the competition.

Chong added that the close collaboration between KBU and IBM has enabled him to obtain first-hand exposure to IBM technologies.

“KBU has paved a solid foundation for me to tackle the daily challenges in my working life,” he added.

Our students’ continuous success proves the quality of engineering programmes provided by the College. KBU graduates have a track record of being headhunted to exciting and rewarding careers in diverse fields, all within a short timeframe, and in many instances, immediately upon their graduation.

The College offers an array of engineering and computing programmes ranging from BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering, BSc (Hons) Computer and Network Engineering, BSc (Hons) Software Engineering, BSc (Hons) Information and Communications Technology, and NCC Level 4 Diploma in Computing. 

For further details, please contact KBU International College, Bandar Utama, at Tel: 03-77273200 or Fax: 03-77272733 or email: enquiry@kbu.edu.my or visit our website: www.kbu.edu.my. You can also join us at http://facebook.com/kbuinternational.  Alternatively, you can also visit us during the KBU Info Day (17-18^th March 2011) or drop by during KBU Open Day which is scheduled to take place on   24^th-25^th March 2012 from 8.30am-6 pm.

(Published in The Star newpaper.)