This comprehensive one-day course provides foundational knowledge in cloud computing concepts, Microsoft Azure's core services, data security and compliance requirements, and Azure pricing models and support options.
Audience Profile:
This course suits program managers and technical sales professionals with a general IT background. These students want to understand Azure offerings, see how various components are deployed, and ask detailed questions about products and features. Please note: This course does not include Azure credits or hands-on classroom activities. Students can access free trial options and complete walkthroughs independently. This course emphasizes lecture-based instruction and live demonstrations. The content aligns with preparation for the AZ-900 certification exam.
Prerequisites:
There are no formal prerequisites for this course. While technical IT experience is not required, some foundational IT knowledge or background would be beneficial.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Understand fundamental cloud computing concepts and deployment models
- Identify and understand core services available with Microsoft Azure
- Understand the security, privacy, compliance, and trust aspects of Microsoft Azure
- Understand pricing and support models available through Microsoft Azure
Course Outline:
Module 1: Cloud Concepts
This module introduces you to fundamental cloud computing principles and models.
- Why organizations adopt cloud services
- Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) explained
- Public, private, and hybrid cloud deployment models
- Learning outcomes: Understand general cloud computing concepts
Module 2: Core Azure Services
This module covers the basic services and infrastructure components available through Microsoft Azure.
- Core Azure architectural components and building blocks
- Core Azure services and products overview
- Azure solutions and industry-specific offerings
- Azure management tools and administration capabilities
- Learning outcomes: Understand core services available with Microsoft Azure
Module 3: Security, Privacy, Compliance, and Trust
This module examines security, privacy, compliance, and trust considerations within Microsoft Azure.
- Securing network connectivity in Azure
- Core Azure identity services and authentication
- Security tools and protective features
- Azure governance frameworks and methodologies
- Monitoring capabilities and reporting features
- Privacy standards, compliance requirements, and data protection in Azure
- Learning outcomes: Understand security, privacy, compliance, and trust with Microsoft Azure
Module 4: Azure Pricing and Support
This module explains pricing and support options available with Microsoft Azure.
- Azure subscription models and management
- Planning and managing Azure costs
- Support options and service levels available with Azure
- Service lifecycle and update management in Azure
- Learning outcomes: Understand pricing and support models available with Microsoft
