This course is intended for IT professionals who would like to better understand AWS
Cloud concepts and core AWS services.
Overview
This course is the first step in training for the industry-leading Amazon AWS product. It serves as a thorough introduction to the services and solutions possible with AWS. It is also the first certification in paths available for IT professionals looking to codify their knowledge and skills in AWS.
Anyone looking for exposure to AWS or the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner should take this course. This course can be used to prepare for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam. This course offers enrolment with a voucher. The voucher is prepaid access to sit for the certifying exam upon eligibility.
What you will learn
- 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
How you will benefit
- You will be prepared to sit for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam
- Complete the course in three months or less
- Improve your job opportunities and earning potential by increasing your AWS Cloud skills and knowledge
- Upon successfully passing the final exam, you will receive a digital badge from the University of Waterloo that you can share with your professional network
Syllabus
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I. Course Overview and AWS Introduction |
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II. AWS Compute |
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II. AWS Databases |
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IV. AWS Storage |
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V. AWS Networking |
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VI. AWS Messaging, Migration, and Translation |
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VII. Security |
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VIII. Monitoring and Maintenance |
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Instructor
Raymond Lacoste
Raymond Lacoste is a highly recognized instructor and IT professional who holds the Cisco Sirius Instructor Award. He has authored Cisco Press publications on the Cisco ENARSI and Cisco TSHOOT exams.
Raymond's areas of expertise include Cisco Enterprise networking, Cisco Routing and Switching, Cisco Datacenter Networking, ITIL, and Amazon AWS. He also holds certifications in Cisco CCSI, Cisco CCNP Routing and Switching, Cisco CCNP Enterprise, ITIL Foundations, ITIL Practitioner, ITIL Intermediate, Amazon AWS System Operations, Amazon AWS Architect, Amazon AWS Developer, and CISSP.
In addition to his certifications and experience, Raymond's engaging instruction style makes even the most obscenely complicated or obtuse concepts relatable and understandable. Outside of class, he enjoys dominating both on the golf course and the basketball court.
Requirements
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 enrolment and available online.
- Study guide
- Virtual labs
- Practice exams
Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites to take this course, but it is recommended that you have some experience with the AWS Cloud.
FAQ
Does this course prepare you for a certification?
Yes, you will be prepared to sit for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Exam (CLF-C02).
When can I start this course?
This course is open enrolment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.
How long does it take to complete this course?
After you register, you will receive three months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.
What if I don't have enough time to complete the course within the time frame provided?
The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.
What kind of support will I receive?
Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.
What happens when I complete the course?
Upon successfully passing the final exam, you will receive a digital badge from the University of Waterloo that you can share with your professional network.
Am I guaranteed a job?
ed2go courses will help you gain the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. However, you should always research the job market in your area before enrolling.