Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud Practitioner SysOps Admin

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

NOTE: This course is currently on enrollment freeze and is not allowing registration while we update content to align with the latest certification. Please check back soon for the updated version.

Program Name: Certified AWS Cloud Practitioner SysOps Administrator (Vouchers Included)

Course Overview: Training Services Delivered by Maricopa Corporate College in partnership with Education2Go. This program is the first step in training for the industry-leading Amazon AWS product. It serves as a thorough introduction to the services and solutions possible with AWS. Students will be taught how to create automatable and repeatable deployments of networks and systems on the AWS platform. AWS System Operations is a program for system administrators and developer operations personnel and will cover the specific AWS features and tools related to configuration and deployment, as well as common techniques used throughout the industry for configuring and deploying systems. This program can be used to prepare for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner – Foundational and AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate exams.

Competencies to be achieved:

• Define what the AWS Cloud is and the basic global infrastructure


• Describe basic AWS Cloud architectural principles, key services, and common use cases and the AWS Cloud value proposition


• Describe basic security and compliance aspects of the AWS platform and the shared security model


• Define the billing, account management, and pricing models


• Identify sources of documentation or technical assistance


• Describe basic/core characteristics of deploying and operating in the AWS Cloud


• Use standard AWS infrastructure features such as Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), Elastic Load Balancing, and Auto Scaling from the command line


• Use AWS CloudFormation and other automation technologies to produce stacks of AWS resources that can be deployed in an automated, repeatable fashion


• Build functioning virtual private networks with Amazon VPC from the ground up using the AWS Management Console


• Deploy Amazon EC2 instances using command line calls and troubleshoot the most common problems with instances


• Monitor the health of Amazon EC2 instances and other AWS services


• Manage user identity, AWS permissions, and security in the cloud


• Manage resource consumption in an AWS account using tools such as Amazon CloudWatch, tagging, and Trusted Advisor


• Select and implement the best strategy for creating reusable Amazon EC2 instances


• Configure a set of Amazon EC2 instances that launch behind a load balancer, with the system scaling up and down in response to demand


• Edit and troubleshoot a basic AWS CloudFormation stack definition

Training Services Offered When: This program is offered self-paced online with start dates every Monday. Once registered, the student will receive 6 months to complete the program.

** Students are strongly encouraged to complete their training within the designated access term. However, we understand that some students may need additional time to be successful. Program extensions are available on a case-by-case basis and require an additional extension fee. Extension requests must be submitted within two (2) weeks of the original end date, or an extension may be purchased upfront at the time of enrollment.

Total Cost of Program: $4,395

Provide a list of all books required for the program: The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and available online.

• Study guide


• Virtual labs


• Practice exams

Provide a list of all supplies required for the program: 

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.


• Mac: macOS 12 or later.


• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.


• Virtual Labs included with the course


• Microsoft Word Online


• Adobe Acrobat Reader


• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status/Credential Verification:

Vanessa Plummer
480-377-2700
jobtraining@maricopacorporate.com (preferred contact method)

Direct Website link to the program: https://www.maricopacorporate.com/training-individuals/certified-aws-cloud-practitioner-sysops-administrator-vouchers-included 

Additional Information:

• Background checks requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: N/A


• Other requirements needed: N/A


• Prerequisites: There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Refund Policy: Refund Policy for Non-Credit Classes-Unless otherwise specified, students must drop non-credit classes prior to the course start date to be eligible for a 100% refund.

Credentials:

• Industry Recognized: Yes


• Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner – Foundational and AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate


• Stackable: Yes, CompTIA™ Cloud+ Certification Training


• Career Pathway: IT Networking Specialist


• Portable: Yes, occupation is portable to other geographical locations.


• Accredited Curriculum: No


• Accrediting Agency and Link to Website: N/A

Credential Attainment Rate: 17%

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