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Microsoft Azure Cloud

Microsoft Azure Cloud Course Outline

Offered by NocDot IT Training Institute

The Microsoft Azure Cloud course is designed to help IT professionals, developers, and business leaders gain hands-on skills in cloud computing. Azure is one of the leading cloud platforms, enabling organizations to build, deploy, and manage applications efficiently. This course prepares you for Microsoft Azure certifications and equips you with real-world cloud skills.

Course Objectives

  • Understand core Azure services and cloud concepts
  • Learn to design, implement, and manage Azure infrastructure
  • Gain practical skills in Azure security, networking, and identity management
  • Prepare for certifications such as AZ-900, AZ-104, and AZ-305
  • Build career-ready expertise in cloud architecture and administration

Prerequisites

  • Basic knowledge of networking, virtualization, and operating systems
  • Familiarity with command-line tools (PowerShell, CLI) is helpful
  • No prior Azure experience required for beginner-level track

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing & Azure

  • Cloud computing concepts (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
  • Azure global infrastructure: regions & availability zones
  • Azure portal and management tools
  • Understanding subscription and billing

Module 2: Core Azure Services

  • Azure Virtual Machines (VMs)
  • Azure Storage (Blob, Queue, File, Disk)
  • Azure Virtual Networks (VNet, Subnet, Peering)
  • Load balancers, firewalls, and traffic management
  • Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) basics

Module 3: Azure Identity & Access Management

  • Azure Active Directory (AAD)
  • Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
  • Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
  • Conditional access policies

Module 4: Azure Networking

  • Configuring Virtual Networks (VNet)
  • VPN Gateway & ExpressRoute
  • Network Security Groups (NSG)
  • Application Gateway & Azure Firewall
  • DNS and Traffic Manager

Module 5: Azure Security & Compliance

  • Azure Security Center & Defender
  • Key Vault for secrets and certificates
  • Data encryption methods
  • Identity protection and monitoring

Module 6: Azure Monitoring & Automation

  • Azure Monitor and Log Analytics
  • Alerts, dashboards, and reports
  • Automating tasks with Azure Automation
  • Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates
  • PowerShell and CLI scripting

Module 7: Azure Solutions & Databases

  • Azure SQL Database & Cosmos DB
  • Azure App Services (Web Apps, API Apps)
  • Azure DevOps & CI/CD pipelines
  • Serverless computing with Azure Functions
  • Backup, Site Recovery & Disaster Recovery solutions

Module 8: Advanced Azure (For Architects)

  • Designing highly available architectures
  • Hybrid cloud integration with on-premises servers
  • Implementing zero-trust security model
  • Cost management and governance
  • Best practices for scalability and performance

Module 9: Hands-On Labs & Real-World Projects

  • Deploying a multi-tier application on Azure
  • Migrating on-premises workloads to Azure
  • Setting up Azure monitoring and security alerts
  • Building a serverless application with Azure Functions
  • Designing a secure hybrid cloud infrastructure

Certification Pathways

This course helps prepare for official Microsoft Azure certifications:

  • AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
  • AZ-104: Azure Administrator Associate
  • AZ-305: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
  • AZ-500: Azure Security Engineer Associate

Course Duration & Format

  • Duration: 2–5 months (depending on track: beginner / intermediate / advanced)
  • Format: Classroom Training / Online Live Classes
  • Practice Labs: Included with real-time cloud environments
  • Certification Prep: Mock exams and practice tests

Career Opportunities After Azure Training

  • Cloud Administrator
  • Azure Solutions Architect
  • Cloud Security Engineer
  • DevOps Engineer
  • Cloud Consultant

👉 Join NocDot IT Training Institute today and master Microsoft Azure Cloud to boost your career in cloud computing.