I. Overview:

This course will provide foundational level knowledge on cloud concepts; core Azure services; and Azure management and governance features and tools.

II. Duration: 8 hours (1 day)

III. Intended Audience:

This course is suitable for IT personnel who are just beginning to work with Azure.

IV. Prerequisites:

Basic familiarity with IT terms and concepts.

V. Course outlines:

1. Describe cloud concepts

• Describe cloud computing: This module introduces you to cloud computing. It covers things such as cloud concepts, deployment models, and understanding shared responsibility in the cloud.
• Describe the benefits of using cloud services: This module introduces you to the benefits cloud computing can offer you or your organization.
• Describe cloud service types: This module covers the different cloud service types and shares some of the use cases and benefits aligned with each service type.

2. Describe Azure architecture and services

• Describe the core architectural components of Azure: This module explains the basic infrastructure components of Microsoft Azure. You'll learn about the physical infrastructure, how resources are managed, and have a chance to create an Azure resource.
• Describe Azure compute and networking services: This module focuses on some of the computer services and networking services available within Azure.
• Describe Azure storage services: This module introduces you to storage in Azure, including things such as different types of storage and how a distributed infrastructure can make your data more resilient.
• Describe Azure identity, access, and security: This module covers some of the authorization and authentication methods available with Azure.

3. Describe Azure management and governance

• Describe cost management in Azure: This module explores methods to estimate, track, and manage costs in Azure.
• Describe features and tools in Azure for governance and compliance: This module introduces you to tools that can help with governance and compliance within Azure.
• Describe features and tools for managing and deploying Azure resources: This module covers tools that help you manage your Azure and on-premises resources.
• Describe monitoring tools in Azure: This module covers tools that you can use to monitor your Azure environment.