Amazon Web Services Certification
This non-degree course is intended for individuals who want to gain a foundation in cloud computing services and security concepts.
Students will be able to design, implement and manage solutions using architectural best practices. Upon completion, they will be prepared to take Amazon's AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner and AWS Certified Solutions Architect exams.
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Amazon Web Services Certification Courses
AWS Certified Solutions Architect
Course Objectives
Identify the AWS Cloud and Global Infrastructure
Design Scalable and Highly Available Systems
Select the Appropriate AWS Services
Apply Security and Compliance Measures
Evaluate AWS Solutions for Cost Efficiency
Outline of Instruction
Understanding Cloud Fundamentals
Virtual Private Cloud (VPC)
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Compute (EC2)
Storage (S3 and EBS)
DNS and Load Balancing
Data and Analytics
Migrations and Data Transfer
Serverless and Application Integration
Security
Management and Governance
Design Secure Architectures
Design Resilient Architectures
Design High-Performing Architectures
Design Cost-Optimized Architectures
Accessing the Online Practice Resources
Certification Review and Exam Preparation
Contact Hours
96
CEUs
1
Industry Standard, State or National Certification
Certification
AWS
Website
https://aws.amazon.com/certification/certified-solutions-architect-asso…
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
Design solutions that incorporate AWS services to meet current business requirements and future projected needs
Design architectures that are secure, resilient, high-performing, and cost-optimized
Review existing solutions and determine improvements
CE or CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
Prior to enrollment, students should have a basic understanding of IT fundamentals, networking, operating systems (Windows/Linux), cloud computing, and security concepts.
Learning Supplies Needed
None
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
None
Requirements for Successful Completion
80% attendance
Actively participate in class, including discussions and independent and group activities.,Complete assigned labs and projects.
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
N/A
Intended Audience
Individuals who want to expand their knowledge and skills to evidence relevant competencies or those who want to successfully prepare for the relevant industry certification exam(s).
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
Cloud Solution Architect, Cloud Analyst, Solutions Architect
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
Based on the Lightcast data, there is a significant demand for professionals with expertise in cloud solutions. Employers are actively seeking candidates with skills in AWS technologies, reflecting the growing need for cloud professionals in the region.
Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment
Solutions Architect
Cloud Solutions Architect
Cloud Analyst
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | 311459 | 07/02/25 - 10/22/25 | MS Teams Virtual Learning Platform | 203.00 | 20 | Register |
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AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
Course Objectives
Recall core cloud computing concepts and AWS terminology.
Describe the AWS global infrastructure, including regions, availability zones, and edge locations.
Demonstrate the process of setting up and managing an AWS account, including billing and cost management.
Examine AWS core services such as compute, storage, networking, and database services.
Assess security practices in AWS, including Identity and Access Management (IAM) and data encryption.
Outline of Instruction
Introduction to AWS
The Cloud
Understanding Your AWS Account
Getting Support on AWS
Understanding the AWS Environment
Securing Your AWS Resources
Working with Your AWS Resources
The Core Compute Services
The Core Storage Services
The Core Database Services
The Core Networking Services
Automating Your AWS Workloads
Common Use-Case Scenarios
Certification Review and Exam Preparation
Contact Hours
36
CEUs
1
Industry Standard, State or National Certification
Certification
AWS
Website
https://aws.amazon.com/certification/certified-cloud-practitioner
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
Explain the value of the AWS Cloud.
Understand and explain the AWS shared responsibility model.
Understand security best practices.
Understand AWS Cloud costs, economics, and billing practices.
Describe and position the core AWS services, including compute, network, database, and storage services.
Identify AWS services for common use cases.
CE or CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
Prior to course enrollment, students should have basic IT knowledge, such as understanding computer systems and networking.
Learning Supplies Needed
None
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
None
Requirements for Successful Completion
80% attendance
Actively participate in class, including discussions and independent and group activities.,Complete assigned labs and projects.
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
N/A
Intended Audience
Individuals who want to expand their knowledge and skills to evidence relevant competencies or those who want to successfully prepare for the relevant industry certification exam(s).
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
Cyber Engineers, SOC Analysts, Cloud Network Engineers, Information Security Analysts, Cyber Operations Specialists
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
According to Lightcast, there is increasing demand for professionals with across various industries for roles in cloud computing.
Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment
Cyber Engineers
SOC Analysts
Cloud Network Engineers
Information Security Analysts
Cyber Operations Specialist
If you would like to be notified when additional sections become available, please use Wake Tech's Notify Me service.
