These non-degree courses are 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.
Industry-recognized credential(s): AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner or AWS Certified Solutions Architect
Complete course in: Six months or less

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Define what the AWS Cloud is and the basic global infrastructure.
Describe basic AWS Cloud architectural principles.
Describe the AWS Cloud value proposition.
Describe key services on the AWS platform and their common use cases (for example, compute and analytics).
Describe basic security and compliance aspects of the AWS platform and the shared security model.
Define the billing, account management, and pricing models.
Identify sources of documentation or technical assistance (for example, whitepapers or support tickets).
Describe basic/core characteristics of deploying and operating in the AWS Cloud.
Course Overview and AWS Introduction
AWS Compute
AWS Databases
AWS Storage
AWS Networking
AWS Messaging, Migration, and Translation
Security
Monitoring and Maintenance
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There are no prerequisites to take this course, but it is recommended that you have some experience with the AWS Cloud.
Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 10 or later.
Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Virtual Labs included with the course
Microsoft Word Online
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and available online.
Study guide
Virtual labs
Practice exams
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90% attendance
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If you are looking for exposure to AWS or the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, this course is for you!
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AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner: Define cloud concepts, identify security and define compliance, identify technology support resources and recognize available billing resources and compare and contrast AWS pricing models
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate: Design resilient architectures, design high-performing architectures, design secure applications and architectures and design cost-optimized architectures
Introduction to the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Exam
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
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Certification Exam Preparation
Introduction to the AWS Certified Solutions Architect Exam
Cloud Computing and AWS
Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud and Amazon Elastic Block Store
AWS Storage
Amazon Virtual Private Cloud
Database Services
Authentication and Authorization: AWS Identity and Access Management
CloudTrail, CloudWatch and AWS Config
The Domain Name System and Network Routing: Amazon Route 53 and Amazon CloudFront
Simple Queue Service and Kinesis
The Reliability Pillar
The Performance Efficiency Pillar
The Security Pillar
The Cost Optimization Pillar
The Operational Excellence Pillar
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate Certification Exam Preparation
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https://aws.amazon.com/certification/certified-cloud-practitioner (AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner), https://aws.amazon.com/certification/certified-solutions-architect-asso… (AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate)
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner: Cloud concepts, security and compliance, technology, and billing and pricing
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate: Design resilient architectures, design high-performing architectures, design secure applications and architectures, and design cost-optimized architectures
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Prior to course enrollment, students should have knowledge in alignment with the CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ certification or basic computer knowledge or entry-level computer experience.
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90% attendance
Demonstrate an understanding of at least 80% of the course material taught
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Individuals who want to expand their cloud knowledge and skills for employment readiness or those who want to prepare for the relevant industry certification exam(s).
Cloud architect, solutions architect
This occupation has an employment growth projection of 27.5% for the years 2019-2029.
Cloud architect
Solutions architect
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | |
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| 329771 | 07/16/26 - 10/15/26 | Microsoft Teams | 203.00 | 24 | Register |
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