Cloud Architect Learning Path

Course 1

AWS Solutions Architect

Course 2

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

Course 3

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate AZ:104

Course 4

Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions AZ-305

Course 5

Google Cloud Platform Architect Training

Course 6

Cloud Architect Capstone Project

Elective 1

AWS SysOps Associate

Elective 2

AWS Developer Associate

Elective 3

Microsoft Certified Azure Developer Associate: AZ:204

Elective 4

AWS Database Migration

Elective 5

AWS Cloud Technical Essentials

Learn essential skills

Cloud Architect Learning Path

This learning path will help you master the top three cloud platforms, AWS, Google Cloud Platform and Microsoft Azure, equipping you with the skills to design, deploy, and manage robust cloud solutions across leading platforms.

Design and implement scalable, secure, and efficient cloud architectures with this Cloud Architect Learning Path

Delivered in partnership with Simplilearn, builds cloud expertise in architecture, deployment, security, and scalability. Gain practical skills in governance and problem-solving through a hands-on capstone project, equipping you to manage cloud services and design solutions for today’s digital challenges.

Learning objectives

Design and deploy scalable systems on AWS
Manage Azure services, including VMs and databases
Implement and monitor Azure identities and governance
Design hybrid solutions on Microsoft Azure
Gain a solid understanding of Google Cloud technologies
Solve real-world problems in the Cloud Capstone Project

What you'll learn

Discover key cloud computing principles and gain hands-on experience in AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Learn to manage subscriptions, security, and identity, design scalable apps, deploy fault-tolerant systems, and work with tools like DynamoDB, CloudFormation, and SQL.

AWS Solutions Architect

Gain skills that help you to design, plan, and scale cloud solutions using over 70 AWS services. By the end of this course, you’ll have the knowledge to deploy scalable systems, migrate applications, manage data flow, select optimal services, and control costs, following AWS best practices.

Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

This course introduces you to key cloud computing concepts and their implementation in Azure. You’ll learn how to create and configure web apps, virtual machines, storage, and databases, while gaining insight into Azure security, compliance, and Azure Active Directory.

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate AZ-104

Manage and monitor Azure cloud infrastructure with this course. Learn to handle identity, governance, and storage; configure virtual networks, containers, and load balancing; automate VM deployments, and implement backup and recovery strategies.

Google Cloud Platform Architect Training

The Google Cloud Platform Architect course teaches you the skills to design and deploy GCP infrastructure. You’ll learn how to manage identity access, networking, storage, virtual machines, and cloud SQL, while mastering cost optimisation and leveraging GCP’s powerful platform services for scalability.

Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions AZ-305

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to design cloud and hybrid solutions on Microsoft Azure. You’ll have the ability to create architectures for compute, network, storage, and security while mastering data integration, high availability, disaster recovery, and application authentication strategies.

What's included

Cloud Architect Learning Path training
Hands-on labs and projects
Access to a community of learners
Certificate of Achievement upon completion

Key facts

Certification

Cloud Architect Master's Program Certificate of Achievement.

Who it’s for

This course is ideal if you’re looking to start a career in cloud, or if you work in roles including cloud development, cloud software engineering, DevOps, programming, and solutions architecture.

Prerequisites

Learners must possess a high school diploma, undergraduate degree, or local equivalent (as accepted in their respective country of residence and/or work) in any discipline.

Exam information

There is no exam. To achieve the certificate, you need to meet a number of different requirements. See FAQs for full details.

Optional extras

There are no optional extras to accompany this course.

Pre-course

There is no pre-course work for this learning path.

FAQs

Delivered by our partner, Simplilearn, the Cloud Architect Learning Path will teach you the expertise to design and implement scalable, secure, and efficient cloud architectures.

How is the learning path delivered?

You’ll have access to self-paced eLearning content for all the courses included in the learning path and live instructor-led virtual classes for the AWS Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate AZ:104, and Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions AZ-305 courses for 12 months. You’ll be able to join several live virtual classes, allowing you to revisit the content as and when you need it, and have access to batch session recordings.

How do I achieve my Certificate of Achievement?

To receive the certificate, you must meet the required criteria below:

AWS Solution Architect: Complete 85% OSL, pass a project, and pass an assessment test with a score of 70% or more
Microsoft Azure Fundamentals: Complete 85% OSL and pass an assessment test with a score of 70% or more
Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate AZ-104: Attend 1 LVC batch OR complete 85% OSL and pass a project
Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions AZ-305: Complete 85% OSL and pass a project
Google Cloud Platform Architect: Complete 85% OSL
Cloud Architect Capstone Project: Pass a project

What are the technical requirements to access the eLearning portal?

The online learning portal can be accessed via all laptops and computers. You can also use tablet devices, but we’d recommend downloading the Simplilearn app to access the portal via a mobile device. Preferred web browsers for the online learning portal are the latest versions of Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Opera, Safari and Mozilla Firefox.

After I make my purchase, what are the next steps?

You will receive an email from ILX confirming your purchase and welcoming you to the Simplilearn learning pathway portal. The email will contain a link for you to set your password, and once completed, you’ll be prompted to sign in with your username and new password. From here, you’ll be able to click on the learning pathway that you have purchased, and it will automatically take you into the Simplilearn learning portal where you can start your course.

Who should I contact for assistance once I have purchased my learning path?

If you have a query regarding your purchase, please get in touch with us at contactus@ilxgroup.com. If your query relates to the learning content or the online learning portal, please use the portal’s ‘Help & Support’ option in the top right corner of the screen.

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