Course Description

The CompTIA Cloud+ certification is a niche credential for IT professionals working in cloud computing environments. Cloud computing, which involves computing over a network of remote servers hosted on the Internet, has revolutionized the way the IT industry works. Business applications are now moving to the cloud and cloud computing jobs are getting more lucrative. CompTIA Cloud+ certification validates the cloud methodologies and terminologies that are used to successfully implement, maintain and deliver cloud infrastructure.

With the research showing that more than 90% of end-user companies, including government and corporate organizations are now adopting some form of cloud computing, a certification in this platform almost ensures a career spike for IT professionals.

This course will reinforce all the cloud concepts and models, explain object storage concepts and also cover virtualization from both a business as well as a technical perspective. You will learn the differences between hypervisor types and will also get hands-on experience in installing, configuring and managing virtual machines and devices. The courseware is accredited by the Cloud Credential Council and marked as CompTIA approved quality content.

Objectives

• Understand why cloud is being adopted by leading organizations around the world
• Learn the fundamentals of cloud computing terminology
• Learn to implement, maintain and deliver cloud technologies and infrastructures
• Grasp the fundamentals of business continuity and disaster recovery in cloud
• Understand aspects of IT security and use of industry best practices related to cloud implementations
• Understand the application of virtualization
• Learn about network management, performance tuning, testing and troubleshooting

Audience

Prerequisites

CompTIA recommends that candidates have sound knowledge in Network and Storage implementations; at least 24-36 months of work experience in IT networking, storage, or data center administration, and familiarity with any major hypervisor technologies for server virtualization.

Certification:

On successfully clearing CompTIA Cloud+ exam you will receive the certification.

The Exam:

• Web based, in English
• 100 questions
• Multiple Choice
• 90 minutes
• Passing score-750 (on a scale of 100-900)

For more information about the examination process, please visit https://certification.comptia.org/certifications/cloud?tracking=getcertified/certifications/cloudplus.aspx

Content

• Cloud concepts and models
• Virtualization
• Infrastructure
• Network Management
• Security
• Systems Management
• Business continuity in the Cloud
• Preparation for the CompTIA Cloud+ certification exam