Cloud Computing Program
An accredited cloud computing course for secondary school students in Hong Kong — and a direct route into the computing-power foundation of AI
Why Cloud Computing Matters
Essential Skill for the Digital Economy
Cloud computing is the core foundation of the digital economy, powering everything from apps and global business infrastructure to large-scale AI systems. The AI Literacy Learning Framework expects senior secondary students to understand how AI drives emerging technologies including cloud computing — and to know that data, algorithms and computing power are the three elements every AI system depends on. Learning cloud computing equips students with one of the most in-demand ICT skills for the future job market.
Career-Ready Advantage Across All Industries
Cloud computing is reshaping every industry — from finance and healthcare to media and education. It is also where AI runs: models are trained, hosted and served on cloud platforms. Students who gain cloud experience early are better equipped for university and future-ready careers — not just to use AI tools, but to run the systems behind them. Employers increasingly seek cloud fluency: people who can deploy AI services and manage the data behind them.
Develop problem-solving skills and a tech mindset
Learning cloud computing isn't just about technical skills. It trains logical thinking, systematic analysis and problem-solving ability, preparing students for real-world challenges. Students learn to design systems that are secure by default, to protect the data they handle, and to weigh the energy and resource demands of the technology they build.
Program Outline
Introduction to Cloud Computing
- Learn what cloud computing is and how it's used across industries - Use AI as a study assistant to explain virtual machines, serverless, networking and security in simpler language — and learn when not to trust it: hallucination, bias and privacy - Explore cloud types (public, private, hybrid) and service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) - Understand the basics of cloud security, cost models and how cloud systems are managed - Recognise cloud as the computing-power layer AI depends on, and see AI services delivered through the cloud - Try AI-assisted web coding then testing and fixing the results - Get hands-on with basic tools, networking and cloud concepts through in-class labs
Core Cloud Technologies
- Gain deeper experience with cloud services such as elastic computing and storage - Learn key networking concepts and how servers communicate - Build and run your own web applications on real cloud platforms (e.g. Alibaba Cloud) - Call a cloud AI service from your own code using an API, then build a full workflow: data in, AI processing, result saved in database - Examine what happens to the data sent to an AI service (privacy, cost limits and access control) and learn to check AI-generated output - Practice using Linux, Ubuntu, CLI and cloud tools such as SSH and Nginx, with AI explaining commands, error messages and unfamiliar output
Advanced Cloud Applications
- Complete lab exercises in a live cloud environment to simulate real industry tasks - Advanced cloud services including serverless computing, using AI for test cases, debugging, documentation and deployment checklists - Build scalable applications using real-world tools (Function Compute, RDS, Object Storage) - Deploy an AI-powered web app on serverless functions with a database - Build AI chatbot that answers from approved course notes, introducing RAG - Manage cloud resources, users and security - Explore how AI models are hosted and served on cloud infrastructure, and what responsible deployment requires
Program Outline
Introduction to Cloud Computing
- Learn what cloud computing is and how it's used across industries - Use AI as a study assistant to explain virtual machines, serverless, networking and security in simpler language — and learn when not to trust it: hallucination, bias and privacy - Explore cloud types (public, private, hybrid) and service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) - Understand the basics of cloud security, cost models and how cloud systems are managed - Recognise cloud as the computing-power layer AI depends on, and see AI services delivered through the cloud - Try AI-assisted web coding then testing and fixing the results - Get hands-on with basic tools, networking and cloud concepts through in-class labs
Core Cloud Technologies
- Gain deeper experience with cloud services such as elastic computing and storage - Learn key networking concepts and how servers communicate - Build and run your own web applications on real cloud platforms (e.g. Alibaba Cloud) - Call a cloud AI service from your own code using an API, then build a full workflow: data in, AI processing, result saved in database - Examine what happens to the data sent to an AI service (privacy, cost limits and access control) and learn to check AI-generated output - Practice using Linux, Ubuntu, CLI and cloud tools such as SSH and Nginx, with AI explaining commands, error messages and unfamiliar output
Advanced Cloud Applications
- Complete lab exercises in a live cloud environment to simulate real industry tasks - Advanced cloud services including serverless computing, using AI for test cases, debugging, documentation and deployment checklists - Build scalable applications using real-world tools (Function Compute, RDS, Object Storage) - Deploy an AI-powered web app on serverless functions with a database - Build AI chatbot that answers from approved course notes, introducing RAG - Manage cloud resources, users and security - Explore how AI models are hosted and served on cloud infrastructure, and what responsible deployment requires
What Makes this Program Unique
Where AI Runs: Computing Power in Practice
Cloud computing is where AI systems actually live. Students work on the computing power that AI depends on, and use AI services directly on the platform: configuring and querying a cloud-based AI service through an API, examining what happens to the data they send it, and exploring how AI models are hosted and served — including access control, data residency and the cost and energy trade-offs involved.
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Hands-On with Your Own Cloud Resources
This program gives students access to their own Alibaba Cloud resources, so they build and run applications on one of the world's leading cloud platforms. Working on live enterprise-grade infrastructure means they encounter the real security, privacy and data governance requirements that professional practice demands.
Recognized Qualification Framework (QF) Certification
Our program is fully aligned with the Hong Kong Qualifications Framework (QF), giving students a structured, high-quality ICT education recognised by schools, universities and employers across Hong Kong. The certification gives schools documented evidence of student achievement — useful when reporting on the AI and digital education commitments in their School Development Plan.
Bridging Industry and Practice for Skill Development
Our cloud computing course is taught by industry professionals with hands-on experience, using interactive and practical approaches in the classroom to boost student motivation and skill application. Through partnerships with companies ranging from startups to large enterprises, students take part in workplace experiences, company visits and a variety of extracurricular activities, including seeing how practising engineers decide when to use AI, when not to, and who is accountable when it goes wrong.
What Makes this Program Unique
Where AI Runs: Computing Power in Practice
Cloud computing is where AI systems actually live. Students work on the computing power that AI depends on, and use AI services directly on the platform: configuring and querying a cloud-based AI service through an API, examining what happens to the data they send it, and exploring how AI models are hosted and served — including access control, data residency and the cost and energy trade-offs involved.
Hands-On with Your Own Cloud Resources
This program gives students access to their own Alibaba Cloud resources, so they build and run applications on one of the world's leading cloud platforms. Working on live enterprise-grade infrastructure means they encounter the real security, privacy and data governance requirements that professional practice demands.
Recognized Qualification Framework (QF) Certification
Our program is fully aligned with the Hong Kong Qualifications Framework (QF), giving students a structured, high-quality ICT education recognised by schools, universities and employers across Hong Kong. The certification gives schools documented evidence of student achievement — useful when reporting on the AI and digital education commitments in their School Development Plan.
Bridging Industry and Practice for Skill Development
Our cloud computing course is taught by industry professionals with hands-on experience, using interactive and practical approaches in the classroom to boost student motivation and skill application. Through partnerships with companies ranging from startups to large enterprises, students take part in workplace experiences, company visits and a variety of extracurricular activities, including seeing how practising engineers decide when to use AI, when not to, and who is accountable when it goes wrong.
Program Outline
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Tsang Pik Shan (Sung Lan) Secondary School
Cloud Computing
We are deeply grateful to SEED Foundation for providing a high-quality cloud computing course that enabled our students to obtain a Level 3 Qualification Framework certification — laying a solid foundation for their future careers. The course also arranged WXP experience opportunities with various tech companies, allowing students to apply their knowledge in real workplace settings and gain valuable hands-on experience. We also appreciate the diverse field trip organized by SEED Foundation, which broadened our students' horizons and gave them a deeper understanding of the latest technologies and industry trends. The curriculum was closely aligned with industry needs — students not only mastered cloud technologies, but also developed essential soft skills and professional attitudes required in the workplace, greatly enhancing their overall competitiveness. As a teacher, it is truly gratifying to witness the growth of our students through this program. I sincerely thank SEED Foundation for its dedication and support to education.
Teacher
Our Lady Of The Rosary College
Cloud Computing
SEED’s cloud computing course offers a comprehensive and engaging learning experience. Our students not only gain a strong foundation in theoretical knowledge, but also have the opportunity to apply what they've learned by building their own cloud-based servers. In addition to the theory, the course features a wide range of hands-on lab exercises and practical assessments. Students are encouraged to use cloud technologies to develop their own websites, which greatly enhances their understanding and sparks genuine interest in the subject. These personal, project-based experiences not only deepen students’ knowledge but also strengthen their problem-solving skills and foster innovation. We've observed that many students have developed a strong interest in pursuing careers related to cloud computing and information technology. As a school teacher, we saw a growing number are choosing ICT-related subjects when applying for university.
Teacher
Yan Chai Hospital Lim Por Yen Secondary School
Cloud Computing
We sincerely thank you for offering the cloud computing course. It’s truly encouraging to share that one of our students was granted special admission to a local university’s IT degree program, thanks to the certificate earned through your course. This has been a life-changing opportunity.
Teacher
What School Partners Says About SEED
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Tsang Pik Shan (Sung Lan) Secondary School
Cloud Computing
We are deeply grateful to SEED Foundation for providing a high-quality cloud computing course that enabled our students to obtain a Level 3 Qualification Framework certification — laying a solid foundation for their future careers. The course also arranged WXP experience opportunities with various tech companies, allowing students to apply their knowledge in real workplace settings and gain valuable hands-on experience. We also appreciate the diverse field trip organized by SEED Foundation, which broadened our students' horizons and gave them a deeper understanding of the latest technologies and industry trends. The curriculum was closely aligned with industry needs — students not only mastered cloud technologies, but also developed essential soft skills and professional attitudes required in the workplace, greatly enhancing their overall competitiveness. As a teacher, it is truly gratifying to witness the growth of our students through this program. I sincerely thank SEED Foundation for its dedication and support to education.
Teacher
Our Lady Of The Rosary College
Cloud Computing
SEED’s cloud computing course offers a comprehensive and engaging learning experience. Our students not only gain a strong foundation in theoretical knowledge, but also have the opportunity to apply what they've learned by building their own cloud-based servers. In addition to the theory, the course features a wide range of hands-on lab exercises and practical assessments. Students are encouraged to use cloud technologies to develop their own websites, which greatly enhances their understanding and sparks genuine interest in the subject. These personal, project-based experiences not only deepen students’ knowledge but also strengthen their problem-solving skills and foster innovation. We've observed that many students have developed a strong interest in pursuing careers related to cloud computing and information technology. As a school teacher, we saw a growing number are choosing ICT-related subjects when applying for university.
Teacher
Yan Chai Hospital Lim Por Yen Secondary School
Cloud Computing
We sincerely thank you for offering the cloud computing course. It’s truly encouraging to share that one of our students was granted special admission to a local university’s IT degree program, thanks to the certificate earned through your course. This has been a life-changing opportunity.
Teacher