This beginner-friendly course is designed to give you a solid understanding of Amazon Web Services (AWS) and cloud computing fundamentals. Whether you’re a student, IT professional, or business leader, this course will help you confidently navigate AWS, understand its core services, and prepare for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CLF-C02) exam.
You’ll gain both theoretical knowledge and practical insights, making this the perfect first step into the world of cloud technology.
Duration: 12 Weeks (3 Months)
What You’ll Learn
- Core cloud concepts and AWS global infrastructure
- Key AWS services: Compute, Storage, Database, Networking, Security
- AWS shared responsibility model and best security practices
- Pricing models, billing, and cost management tools
- Cloud architecture principles: scalability, elasticity, high availability
- Monitoring, compliance, and AWS support options
- Exam strategies and practice questions for certification success
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Explain cloud computing basics and AWS’s role as the leading cloud provider.
- Identify core AWS services and describe their use cases.
- Understand pricing and billing models to estimate costs effectively.
- Apply security concepts including IAM, compliance, and governance.
- Navigate the AWS Management Console with confidence.
- Prepare for and pass the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam.
Who Is This Course For?
- Beginners looking to start a career in cloud computing.
- IT professionals wanting foundational AWS knowledge.
- Students and graduates exploring cloud technology for future careers.
- Business leaders & managers seeking to understand AWS for strategic decisions.
- Non-technical professionals who interact with cloud-based projects.
Module Breakdown
Month 1 – Cloud & AWS Foundations
Week 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing & AWS
- What is cloud computing?
- AWS Global Infrastructure (Regions, AZs, Edge locations)
- Shared Responsibility Model
- Setting up AWS Free Tier account
Week 2: Core AWS Services (Compute)
- EC2, Lightsail, Lambda basics
- Elastic Load Balancing & Auto Scaling concepts
- Hands-on: Launching and managing EC2 instances
Week 3: Core AWS Services (Storage)
- S3 storage classes & lifecycle policies
- EBS, EFS overview
- Hands-on: Create an S3 bucket with versioning and lifecycle rules
Week 4: Core AWS Services (Databases & Networking)
- RDS, DynamoDB, Aurora overview
- VPC basics: subnets, routing, Internet gateway
- Hands-on: Launch a database in AWS Free Tier
Month 2 – Security, Billing & Architecture
Week 5: Security & Identity
- IAM users, roles, and policies
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
- Compliance programs & AWS security tools (Shield, WAF, GuardDuty)
Week 6: Billing & Pricing Models
- On-Demand, Reserved, Spot Instances
- AWS Pricing Calculator
- Cost Explorer & billing dashboard
- Hands-on: Estimate costs for a sample workload
Week 7: Cloud Architecture Principles
- Scalability, elasticity, high availability
- Fault tolerance and disaster recovery basics
- Cloud deployment models: public, private, hybrid
Week 8: Monitoring & Support
- CloudWatch metrics, logs, alarms
- CloudTrail for auditing
- Trusted Advisor
- AWS Support Plans
Month 3 – Innovation, Migration & Exam Prep
Week 9: Migration & Innovation
- AWS Migration tools (DMS, SMS)
- AWS Snowball & hybrid services (Outposts)
- Intro to AI/ML services (Rekognition, Polly, Lex, SageMaker overview)
Week 10: Review of Core Services & Architecture Scenarios
- End-to-end walkthrough of common architectures
- Case studies: blog site, small business site, basic eCommerce
- Hands-on: Map services to real-world use cases
Week 11: Exam Preparation (Part 1)
- Question types and exam strategy
- Practice quiz with discussion
- Address weak areas per student group
Week 12: Exam Preparation (Part 2) & Final Review
- Full practice exam simulation
- Walkthrough of answers and strategies
- Final wrap-up: Certification pathways after Cloud Practitioner
By the End of This Course…
- You’ll have a clear understanding of AWS fundamentals.
- You’ll be able to speak confidently about AWS services in professional settings.
- You’ll be equipped to estimate AWS costs and apply security best practices.
- You’ll have the skills to pass the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam.
- You’ll be ready to take the next step toward more advanced AWS certifications.