Cloud Essentials

This course is designed for those who aim to gain a comprehensive understanding of cloud computing, irrespective of their specific technical roles. It focuses on fundamental cloud concepts, different cloud services, security, architecture, pricing, and support to enhance your cloud competency. Furthermore, it also aids you in preparing for the Certified Cloud Practitioner exam.

• Course level: Fundamental

The Certified Solutions Architect – Associate exam measures the technical expertise in designing and deploying scalable, robust, and fault-tolerant systems on the cloud. This intermediate-level half-day training guides you on how to prepare for the exam, delving into the exam’s topic areas and their correlation with cloud architecture and specific study areas. The course also reviews sample exam questions in each topic area, teaching you how to interpret the concepts being tested to help you eliminate incorrect responses more effectively.

The Technical Essentials course provides an introduction to essential cloud services and prevalent solutions. It encapsulates fundamental concepts related to computing, databases, storage, networking, monitoring, and security in the cloud. It offers hands-on course experiences, helping you understand the intricacies of cloud services to make informed decisions about solutions that align with business requirements. Throughout the course, you will acquire knowledge on constructing, comparing, and implementing highly available, fault-tolerant, scalable, and cost-effective cloud solutions.

• Course level: Fundamental

In this course, you will explore the fundamental notions of cloud computing and how a cloud strategy can help businesses achieve their objectives. It highlights the benefits and potentials of cloud computing and introduces essential concepts like security and compliance to enable more effective discussions with business professionals, IT departments, and executives.

• Course level: Fundamental

This course illuminates the fundamental principles of cloud computing and how a cloud strategy can aid businesses in the financial services industries (FSI) to achieve their objectives. It delves into the benefits and potential of cloud computing within sectors such as banking, insurance, capital markets, payments, and fintech. Key topics such as security, fraud detection, analytics, and compliance are addressed to stimulate discussions with business professionals, IT leaders, and executives.

• Course level: Fundamental

In this course, you’ll gain insight into typical entry-level job roles within the cloud sector. You’ll be introduced to physical networks, cloud-based services, and the overlapping roles across these areas. The course outlines specific skills, qualifications, and possible certifications aligned with these roles, using industry standards to provide a comprehensive understanding applicable to any company adopting cloud technology. This course is part of our Cloud Career Series and is ideal for those interested in cloud job roles, individuals in technology-related roles considering a transition to cloud technology, and business decision-makers.

This course provides an overview of how the certification exam is structured, including question formats, content domains, and the distribution of questions across those domains. It equips learners with strategies to decipher exam questions, interpret responses, and eliminate incorrect answers. During the course, learners will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge and test their understanding through a series of practice exam questions.

This is the introductory course in a three-part series that familiarizes you with cloud technology. Each course in the series zeroes in on crucial aspects of launching and understanding the purpose of numerous foundational cloud services. The courses cover areas like networking, computing, security, storage, databases, monitoring, and managing cloud services. Upon completing this series, you’ll have covered most concepts integral to the Cloud Practitioner Certification. In this course, you’ll grasp the rudiments of cloud concepts, comprehend the structure of global cloud infrastructure, learn how to build cloud-based networks using cloud services, and utilize cloud storage effectively.

This is the second installment of a three-part series.

Within this series, you will be introduced to cloud technology. The courses each shed light on vital elements of initiating and understanding the purpose of various fundamental cloud services. The focus areas encompass networking, computation, security, storage, databases, monitoring, and managing cloud services. Upon completion of this series, you will have grasped the majority of the concepts integral to the Cloud Practitioner Certification.

In this course, you will expand upon what you learned in the first part. It also teaches you about securing services in the cloud using Identity and Access Management (IAM), as well as file and block storage, and launching computation in the cloud.

This is the final course in the three-part series.

In this series, you’re introduced to cloud technology. Each course zeroes in on significant aspects of initiating and understanding the purpose of a myriad of foundational cloud services. You’ll delve into networking, computation, security, storage, databases, monitoring, and managing cloud services. Upon completion of this series, you will have mastered the bulk of the concepts covered by the Cloud Practitioner Certification.

In this course, you’ll build on the knowledge acquired in the first two parts. You’ll learn about best practices for building a cloud infrastructure, building applications in the cloud, different database types, and how to select the best one for your workload. You will also learn how to monitor and analyze cloud services.

The Well-Architected Framework assists you in making informed decisions about your customers’ cloud-focused architectures and understanding the impact of design choices. Using the Well-Architected Framework, you will comprehend the risks in your architecture and ways to mitigate them. This course delves into the Well-Architected Framework and its six pillars. It also covers the Well-Architected review process and using a specific tool to complete reviews.

This fundamental-level course is designed for individuals seeking a comprehensive understanding of cloud technology, regardless of specific technical roles. It provides an in-depth overview of cloud concepts, cloud services, security, architecture, pricing, and support. This course also prepares you for the Certified Cloud Practitioner exam.

In this course, business leaders will acquire knowledge about the core principles of cloud computing and how a cloud strategy can facilitate fulfilling their organizations’ crucial business objectives. This course delves into the significant benefits of cloud computing and touches upon essential topics such as security and compliance, enabling productive conversations with other business and tech leaders.

This course is intended for:

• Individuals in a technology-related role seeking to reskill for the cloud.
• Business decision-makers.

This beginner-level course is designed to help you grasp the basics of computing. You’ll start with foundational concepts, such as understanding the workings of a computer and its relevance to your learning journey. The ultimate objective is to equip you for the next stage of your cloud training.

Do you have queries about the concepts you’ve learned at the Skills Center? Are you interested in cloud certifications or pursuing a job role in the cloud? This session offers open time where our Certified Skills Center experts can guide you in finding the right learning path, assist you with questions related to our courses, and provide advice on how to apply what you’ve learned. You’re welcome to join us in person in our computer lab or connect virtually to our classroom.

This course is intended for:

• Anyone curious about job roles in the cloud.
• Individuals in a technology-related job role looking to reskill in cloud technology.
• Business decision-makers.

This course is the initial part of a four-part series. In this course, you’ll learn to recognize crucial hardware components of computers and networks. You’ll understand how these components interact on a network and how data centers operate as the backbone for the internet and the cloud.

This is the second course in a series of four. In this course, you will learn to identify important security considerations when managing a network. You will learn about how to authenticate and authorize users on a network, methods to protect network systems, and about the most common attacks. This course is designed for those that do not have existing computer technology skills.

This is the third course in a four-part series. Here, you’ll delve into crucial security considerations for network management. You’ll learn about user authentication and authorization on a network, strategies for protecting network systems, and familiarize yourself with common attacks. This course caters to individuals with no prior knowledge of computer technology.

In this series, you’ll be introduced to the foundational aspects of computers and networks. You’ll explore the hardware used in both personal and business computers, understand network hardware and protocols, discover security measures to safeguard systems, and consider various storage options.

This is the final course in a series of four. Here, you’ll delve into the study of networks and their associated protocols. You’ll learn to identify essential network hardware, concepts, and configurations, and explore how systems communicate over networks using various protocols.

In this course, you’ll discover the benefits of gaining cloud-related certifications. You’ll learn about various certifications available in the field of cloud computing, and how programs at the Skills Centers and other related platforms can aid your preparation for these certification exams. This course is a part of our Cloud Career Series.

This course is intended for:

• Anyone who is interested in cloud certifications.
• Individuals in a technology-related job role looking to re-skill in cloud technology.
• Business decision makers.

Are you eager to get hands-on experience with cloud technology? This session provides an open platform for you to work through labs that offer practical experience with the services covered in our Cloud Practitioner series. During this time, our certified Skills Center Instructors will assist you in completing self-paced labs designed specifically to reinforce the concepts you’ve learned in the Cloud Practitioner courses.

In this course, you’ll be introduced to cloud technology to gain a better understanding of what “the cloud” actually means. You’ll learn about the cloud model and its core services, how the cloud is used, and how the shared responsibility model affects design decisions. The course concludes with a brief introduction to cloud careers and potential next steps for your journey in the cloud.

This course is intended for:

• Anyone who wants to expand their understanding of the cloud and is keen to learn more.