Is This for You?
This course is designed for those who are already working in IT or who have a strong background in IT and would like to deepen their understanding of cloud computing.
Award and Associated Qualifications
CompTIA Cloud Essentials
IT Courses (incl. A+)
This course provides an introduction to cloud computing and covers topics, such as cloud networking, cloud migration strategies, cloud connectivity, cloud design considerations, and cloud security.
Start DateFlexible
Study TypeIn centre, online, or a combination
Training TypeCourse
DurationAround 40 hours
About This Course
This course provides a thorough introduction to cloud computing while also preparing you to take CompTIA’s Cloud Essentials+ certification exam.
Topics covered in the course include essential cloud principles and cloud networking, cloud migration strategies, cloud connectivity and load balancing, cloud storage technologies, cloud design considerations, cloud security, and risk mitigation with cloud infrastructure.
COURSE CONTENT
Module 1 – Essential Cloud Principles
Module 2 – Essential Cloud Networking
Module 3 – Cloud Connectivity & Load Balancing
Module 4 – Cloud Storage Technologies
Module 5 – Cloud Design Considerations
Module 6 – Gap Analysis & Cloud Assessment
Module 7 – Contracting with Cloud Service Providers
Module 8 – Cloud Adoption to Enhance Business Value
Module 9 – Security Considerations
Module 10 – Cloud Native Apps & Cloud Data Analytics
Module 11 – Utilising Cloud Services
Module 12 – Cloud Migration Strategies
Module 13 – Operations within Cloud
Module 14 – DevOps in the Cloud
Module 15 – Cloud Licensing Models & Risk Mitigation
Module 16 – Cloud Governance & Securing Data
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Aims and Objectives
The world of IT relies increasingly on cloud-based infrastructure. Having a solid grounding in this fast-evolving area of IT is essential for those who aspire to more challenging and more satisfying roles in IT administration.
Pre-Requisites
Strong background in IT with a basic knowledge of cloud technologies.
Finance Options
Wherever possible our training is tailored to your needs. The cost of our training programmes depend on the course(s) you choose and varies according to duration and breadth. Rest assured we have a number of payment options available to ensure the cost of training is affordable and can be worked alongside your other financial commitments. Common ways people fund their training include: –
Self-Funded:
- Flexible payment plans to help you spread the cost* available at many of our centres;
- You could opt to pay upfront.
Company Funded:
Requesting funding from your employers needn’t be a daunting task. Many employers support and encourage their employees with their professional development and consider it a worthwhile investment to fund any training required.
What we can help with:
- Providing a comprehensive training programme outlining learning outcomes
- Tailored personnel letters
- Communication with finance departments to arrange payment options (upfront or payment plan*).
Funding & Grants:
There may be the opportunity to apply for funded grants that can help towards the cost of training. These include the Skills Development Scotland ITAs and the ReAct programme in Wales. All schemes will have different terms and conditions that will need to be met in order to qualify for a grant and these are managed by each individual centre.
We’d recommend you speak to a Course Advisor in your local centre to find out whether they are registered to offer any such schemes and discuss your requirements further.
* Terms and Conditions apply. Speak to a Course Advisor for full information on the options available to you.
Career Path
This course is ideal if you’re seeking to enhance an existing IT skillset or if you’re working toward a career in IT infrastructure.
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We offer a range of training packages in a range of subject areas and can offer blended learning opportunities to best meet your needs.
Our courses are practical in nature and focus on a single subject and can last anywhere from a few hours to a few days.
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