Cloud pathway

Build a foundational knowledge of cloud technologies

Cloud is one of the biggest and most widely used IT services in the world. It's an area that is continually changing and expanding to accommodate demand and incorporate advances in technology.

This pathway will give you the foundational knowledge to enter a role in one of the tech world's most in-demand areas.

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What will this training prepare me for?

You'll learn the fundamentals of IT, networking and cloud computing and gain an overview of Microsoft Azure including core cloud services and identity, governance and security in the cloud.

Completing the pathway will prepare you with the foundational knowledge needed for roles including Junior Cloud Engineer and Cloud Systems Administrator.

Included courses

IT Fundamentals

Duration: 3.5 hrs
Prerequisites: NIL

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This is a great course to complete if you are considering a career in technology.

It will give an overview of:

Hardware
Software

Operating systems
IT horizon topics

Difficulty: Beginner

Assessments: Formative quizzes

Networking Fundamentals

Duration: 8-12 hrs
Prerequisites: NIL

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This course provides an overview of the introductory topics for basic networking and is designed to teach you how computer networks operate, from a small local area network through to the wider internet.

Delve into the purpose of networks and how we benefit from these technologies, understand network address structures of IPv4 and IPv6 and common hardware like switches, routers and cabling. Plus, learn other essential parts that make networks work including the OSI model, common network services, wireless networks and more.

Difficulty: Beginner

Assessments: Formative quizzes & final summative assessment

Cloud Essentials

Duration: 3 hrs
Prerequisites: IT Fundamentals

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This course will introduce you to the fundamentals of cloud computing and give you practical real-world knowledge for a career in cloud.

Difficulty: Beginner

Assessments: Formative quizzes

Azure Fundamentals AZ-900

Duration: 15 hrs
Prerequisites: Networking Fundamentals, IT Fundamentals, Cloud Essentials

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This course will give you an in-depth view of Microsoft Azure and covers all the detail needed to be ready for the Microsoft AZ-900 Azure Fundamentals accreditation.

The course covers six modules that include:

Introduction to Azure
Core cloud services
Cloud solutions
Security in the cloud
Identity, governance, privacy and compliance in Azure
Cost management and service level agreements

Difficulty: Beginner

Assessments: Formative & summative quizzes & practical assessments

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Cloud pathway in action

Really interesting, especially the careers section, no idea there were so many varied roles.

Tamara S

Cloud Essentials

Absolutely vital course to gain a base understanding of the cloud and its functions. I feel much better starting a career in IT knowing about the big 3 and will look to expand my knowledge on these platforms.

Nicholas B

Cloud Essentials

Clear and concise information, it covers a broad range of information but is formatted in a way so it's not overwhelming.

Matthew W

Cloud Essentials