CloudMASTER | Firebrand Training

Overview

On this accelerated 9 day NCTA CloudMASTER course, you’ll learn practical skills to manage cloud technologies from a wide range of leading providers, 40% faster than traditional training. The course covers cloud technologies from Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, Drupal, VMWare, WordPress, Google Docs and Digital Ocean.

You’ll learn how the technologies work in each cloud system, from multiple perspectives. You’ll then move on to learning the specifics of how the cloud systems operate in your business. This will help you deploy complex applications across multiple cloud technologies. You’ll also learn practical cloud architecture skills, helping you plan and implement cloud architecture to complete your specific business goals.

Through Firebrand’s unique Lecture | Lab | Review technique, official NCTA instructors and course materials, you’ll be prepared for all three CloudMASTER exams. You’ll cover topics like:

Identifying business benefits of cloud computing
Implementing Azure cloud services and virtual machines
Implementing Rackspace cloud servers
Protecting business continuity

This course is best suited to System Administrators looking to improve all areas of their cloud implementation knowledge. Learning practical skills will help Administrators conduct smoother implementation of cloud technologies, throughout the entire process.

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Benefits

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

* For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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Curriculum

Cloud Technologies

In this course, you will manage the core set of cloud technologies needed to function as a Certified Cloud Master:

Lesson 1: Identifying Business Benefits of Cloud Computing
Lesson 2: Selecting End-User Cloud Technologies
Lesson 3: Supporting the Business Case for Cloud Computing
Lesson 4: Applying Cloud Computing Models
Lesson 5: Integrating Cloud Services
Lesson 6: Selecting and Implementing Free Software as a Service (SaaS) Solutions
Lesson 7: Selecting and Implementing a Paid SaaS Solution
Lesson 8: Selecting SaaS Solutions for Small Businesses
Lesson 9: Selecting SaaS Solutions for Medium-sized to Enterprise Businesses
Lesson 10: Integrating SaaS Solutions
Lesson 11: Selecting Platform as a Service (PaaS) Solutions
Lesson 12: Selecting Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) Solutions

Cloud Operations

In this course, you will deploy, configure, and administer Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) solutions as needed to function as a Certified Cloud Master:

Lesson 1: Cloud Operations
Lesson 2: Planning Cloud Service Implementation
Lesson 3: Deploying a Cloud Application with Digital Ocean
Lesson 4: Deploying a Cloud Application with Heroku
Lesson 5: Deploying Websites with Microsoft Azure
Lesson 6: Implementing Azure Cloud Services and Virtual Machines
Lesson 7: Managing Azure Applications with Visual Studio
Lesson 8: Deploying Applications to Opscode Chef
Lesson 9: Managing Server State with Puppet
Lesson 10: Implementing Rackspace Cloud Servers
Lesson 11: Importing and Exporting Data from Cloud Services
Lesson 12: Managing Security and Compliance in Cloud Solutions
Lesson 13: Planning and Executing a Phased Cloud Migration

Cloud Architecture

In this course, you will manage the design and plan the implementation of cloud architectures as needed to function as a Certified Cloud Master:

Lesson 1: Planning a Cloud Solution Architecture
Lesson 2: Selecting Amazon Web Services Building Blocks
Lesson 3: Selecting AWS Infrastructure Components
Lesson 4: Selecting Rackspace Cloud Features and Components
Lesson 5: Selecting Microsoft Azure Features and Components
Lesson 6: Managing Hardware Requirements and Constraints
Lesson 7: Selecting Operating Systems for Cloud Solutions
Lesson 8: Determining Database Support for Applications
Lesson 9: Selecting Middleware to Meet Application Performance Requirements
Lesson 9: Selecting Middleware to Meet Application Performance Requirements
Lesson 10: Determining Licensing Requirements for Cloud Services
Lesson 11: Protecting Business Continuity
Lesson 12: Securing Data with Encryption
Lesson 13: Securing Access to Cloud Services
Lesson 14: Securing Data in Transit and at Rest
Lesson 15: Monitoring Security
Lesson 16: Managing Volume
Lesson 17: Managing the Application Experience
Lesson 18: Managing Business Requirements for Cloud Solutions

Exam Track

You'll sit the following exams at the Firebrand Training Centre, covered by your Certification Guarantee:

NCTA Cloud Technologies exam
NCTA Cloud Operations exam
NCTA Cloud Architecture exam

You must pass all three exams to achieve the NCTA CloudMASTER certification.

What's Included

Included:

Official NCTA course materials
Official NCTA exams

Your accelerated course includes:

Accommodation *
Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
On-site exams **
Exam vouchers **
Practice tests **
Certification Guarantee ***
Courseware
Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
24-hour lab access
Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

Before sitting this course you should have experience with basic client and server deployment, configuration, and use. You should also have knowledge of configuring network connectivity, configuring server and client communications, installing Windows or Linux servers, using administrative tools, configuring system properties, and configuring networking settings.

The following courses can help boost your knowledge of administration of specific operating system technologies

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

Reviews

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"I had a great time. The instructor is very knowledgeable and his training is on point. Two exams in 2 days is a lot. But he makes it doable."
Juan van Gom, Ministry of Defense Netherlands. (19/1/2024 (Friday) to 21/1/2024 (Sunday))

"It was a tough but interesting 5 days. Learnt new skills and have a better understanding of the tools that can be used by a Business Analyst. Met new people from different companies with different expertise."
Neil Wyborn. (8/1/2024 (Monday) to 12/1/2024 (Friday))

"Great residential place of study. Great tuition with a great Trainer. Great facilities to learn. Looking forward to the next residential!! Looking forward to applying knowledge gained!"
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"Very organised and clear. Enjoyed the teaching. Excellent standard."
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"Detailed and thorough training in a great environment."
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Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status	Location
19/2/2024 (Monday)	27/2/2024 (Tuesday)	Finished - Leave feedback	-
24/6/2024 (Monday)	2/7/2024 (Tuesday)	Wait list	Nationwide
5/8/2024 (Monday)	13/8/2024 (Tuesday)	Limited availability	Nationwide
16/9/2024 (Monday)	24/9/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
28/10/2024 (Monday)	5/11/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide
9/12/2024 (Monday)	17/12/2024 (Tuesday)	Open	Nationwide

NCTA - CloudMASTER