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Matrix College of Information Technology

Cloud Fundamentals (AWS & Azure)

Learn the essentials of cloud computing with hands-on labs across AWS and Azure platforms. Ideal for IT beginners and professionals alike.

About the Course

This Cloud Fundamentals course offers a beginner-friendly introduction to the world of cloud computing through the two most widely used platforms—Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure.

Delivered by industry professionals at Matrix College of Information Technology (MCIT), this course guides learners through essential concepts such as IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, virtual machines, cloud storage, networking, identity, and security.

Perfect for IT students, job seekers, or professionals aiming to transition into cloud-based roles, this foundational course sets the stage for certifications like AWS Cloud Practitioner or Microsoft Azure Fundamentals.

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Enrollment

Open Year-round

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Duration

3 Months

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Mode

Online (Self-paced + Mentoring)

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Commitment

5–7 hrs/week

What You'll Learn
  • Basics of Cloud Computing and Deployment Models
  • Understanding AWS & Azure service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
  • Creating and managing virtual machines
  • Storage solutions: S3, Azure Blob
  • Cloud networking fundamentals (VPCs, subnets, security groups)
  • Identity and access management (IAM, Azure AD)
  • Monitoring, billing, and cost optimization
  • Hands-on labs on both platforms
Enrollment Requirements
  • Basic understanding of IT systems (no prior cloud experience needed)
  • Personal laptop or desktop
  • Stable internet connection
Certification

Students will receive a digitally verifiable Certificate in Cloud Fundamentals from MCIT after successful completion.

Course Fee

The total fee for this course is £900 GBP, inclusive of all resources, assessments, and certification.

Career Opportunities

This course prepares learners for roles such as:

  • Cloud Support Associate
  • Cloud Operations Intern
  • Technical Support Engineer (Cloud)
  • IT Helpdesk with Cloud Skills
  • Foundation for AWS/Azure certification paths