Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy and understanding of networking or IT fundamentals
Tools Required: AWS Educate / Azure for Students / Google Cloud Free Tier (any platform), Web browser, CLI tools
Certification: Certificate of Completion from Thakral Global Learning + Preparation for IT Specialist: Cloud Computing Certification
📖 Course Overview:
This course offers a comprehensive introduction to cloud computing, covering essential concepts, services, deployment models, and practical hands-on experience with leading cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Students will learn how to deploy applications, configure virtual machines, manage cloud storage, and implement security practices. The course prepares learners for the IT Specialist: Cloud Computing certification by Certiport / Pearson.
✅ Learning Outcomes:
Upon completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand core cloud computing concepts, types, and benefits
- Differentiate between IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and other service models
- Work with major cloud platforms to deploy and manage services
- Use virtual machines, storage services, and databases in the cloud
- Understand basic cloud security and compliance principles
- Prepare effectively for Certiport’s Cloud Computing certification
🧩 Course Modules:
Module 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing
- What is Cloud Computing?
- Evolution of computing: From on-premises to cloud
- Benefits and limitations of cloud adoption
- Cloud delivery models: Public, Private, Hybrid, Community
Module 2: Cloud Service Models
- Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
- Platform as a Service (PaaS)
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
- Examples of services in each model (AWS EC2, Azure App Services, Google Docs)
Module 3: Virtualization and Compute Services
- Concept of virtualization and hypervisors
- Virtual Machines (VMs) and Containers
- Deploying and managing VMs on AWS/Azure
- Intro to containerization: Docker basics (optional)
Module 4: Cloud Storage and Databases
- Cloud storage types: object, block, and file
- Using Amazon S3, Azure Blob, and Google Cloud Storage
- Cloud databases: SQL and NoSQL overview
- Hands-on: Creating and querying cloud databases
Module 5: Networking and Cloud Access
- Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) basics
- Subnets, gateways, IP addressing, and DNS in the cloud
- Load balancing and autoscaling
- Hands-on: Configure a cloud network with public and private subnets
Module 6: Security in the Cloud
- Shared responsibility model
- Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Encryption and compliance standards (GDPR, ISO, HIPAA)
- Hands-on: Setting up IAM roles and security policies
Module 7: Cloud Monitoring, Management & Cost Optimization
- Monitoring tools: CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, GCP Operations Suite
- Resource tagging, billing dashboards, and usage reports
- Cost estimation and optimization tools
- Hands-on: Set up alerts and monitor service health
Module 8: Real-World Projects & Certification Preparation
- Project options:
- Deploying a 3-tier web application in the cloud
- Building a cloud-hosted blog or portfolio
- Cloud storage and backup system for a small business
- Exam overview and sample questions
- Mock exam and readiness assessment
📝 Assessment & Evaluation:
- Weekly quizzes and hands-on labs
- Mid-course cloud deployment mini-project
- Final capstone project (team or individual)
- Mock certification test and practical evaluation
💼 Career Pathways:
- Cloud Support Associate
- Junior Cloud Administrator
- DevOps Assistant (entry-level)
- Cloud Solutions Architect (entry path)
- IT Systems Engineer
🌟 Why Choose This Course at Thakral Global Learning?
- Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, and GCP platforms
- Aligned with IT Specialist: Cloud Computing Certification
- Real-world projects that build your portfolio
- One-on-one mentorship and lab-based training
- Industry-recognized certificate of completion
