Instructions

For this assignment, the Caduceus CTO, Eliza, has asked you to create a working proof of concept.

Step 1: Access Your AWS Academy Learner Lab Virtual Environment

CMIT 495 requires you to complete hands-on assignments in a virtual environment. We will be using Amazon Web Services (AWS) for this. Accessing the link through your LEO classroom will automatically add you to an AWS Academy Learner Lab.

Review the following AWS Academy Student Guide found in the AWS Academy Learner module.

Note: The AWS Academy Student Guide provides students with instructions for using AWS Academy Learner Labs. The Learner Lab offers a lab environment suitable for student projects over a period designated by the department. 

Step 2: Download the Week 1 Project Template

Download the template you will use to submit your project: Project 1 Virtualization Assignment Template

Step 3: Install and Configure an AWS EC2 Instance (Virtual Machine)

Using your AWS Learner Lab Virtual Environment, install and configure an Ubuntu Server virtual machine (VM) using the most recent version of the 64-bit operating system.

You will need to provide a detailed overview of the steps required to install the Ubuntu server operating system on the virtual machine, including screenshots of each step in the process in the Week 1 Assignment Template.

Review the following documentation detailing an overview and step-by-step procedure on how to install and configure an AWS EC2 instance. 

• Getting Started with Amazon EC2 
• Create an EC2 instance and install a web server 
• Get started with Amazon EC2 Linux instances 

Step 4: Complete the Week 1 Project and Upload to the Assignment Folder

Answer the questions and embed the appropriate screenshots of your Ubuntu server installation. When providing a detailed overview of the steps required to install the Ubuntu server operating system on the virtual machine, make sure to include screenshots of each step in the process. Further details and instructions are included within the Week 1 Assignment Template.

How Will My Work Be Evaluated?

The following evaluation criteria aligned to the competencies will be used to grade your assignment:

• 1.1.3: Present ideas in a clear, logical order appropriate to the task.
• 1.4.1: Produce grammatically correct material in standard academic English that supports communication.
• 2.3.1: State conclusions or solutions clearly and precisely.
• 11.1.3: Install the software.
• 11.2.1: Configure technology according to stakeholder specifications and requirements.
• 11.3.1: Add and update systems as required.
• 13.2.1: Evaluate vendor recommendations in the context of organization requirements.