Cloud Computing · Microsoft Azure
Build and Run Workloads on Microsoft Azure
Learn the core Microsoft Azure services and how to design, deploy, secure and govern workloads on them, from identity and networking to monitoring and operations.
- Azure fundamentals and resource management
- Identity and access with Microsoft Entra ID
- Networking, compute, storage and databases
- Monitoring, governance and operations
Course overview
About This Course
Microsoft Azure introduces the core services of Microsoft's cloud platform and the practices used to run workloads on it securely and cost-effectively.
Azure is widely used by organisations that already rely on Microsoft technologies, and cloud skills are now expected in many infrastructure, development and operations roles.
You will learn how Azure is organised, how to manage identities and access, how to build networks and run compute, how to store data and use managed databases, and how to monitor, govern and operate what you deploy.
This course is part of our Cloud Computing learning paths, alongside AWS and Google Cloud. Cloud Security and Azure Data Engineering build on it.
Who it is for
Who Should Take This Course?
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Beginners in cloud
You are new to cloud computing and want to start with a widely used platform.
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System administrators
You manage on-premises infrastructure and want to move to Azure.
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Developers
You deploy applications and want to understand the platform they run on.
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Career changers into cloud
You are building cloud skills for a new technical role.
Learning outcomes
What You Will Learn
By working through the course, you will build towards being able to:
Explain core cloud concepts and how Azure organises resources with subscriptions, resource groups and regions.
Manage users, groups and role-based access with Microsoft Entra ID.
Design virtual networks with subnets, network security groups and connectivity options.
Deploy and manage virtual machines, containers and app services.
Choose between Azure storage options and managed databases.
Monitor resources with Azure Monitor and control them with policies and tags.
Apply architecture and cost-management practices to Azure workloads.
Curriculum
Course Curriculum
The course is organised into modules. Session order and depth may vary by training arrangement.
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Module 1: Cloud and Azure fundamentals
Core cloud ideas and how Azure is organised.
Topics covered include
Practical activity: Organise resources for a sample project into resource groups.
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Module 2: Identity and access
Control who can do what in Azure.
Topics covered include
Practical activity: Assign least-privilege roles to a sample project team.
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Module 3: Networking
Connect Azure resources securely.
Topics covered include
Practical activity: Design a virtual network for a two-tier web application.
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Module 4: Compute
Run applications on the right kind of Azure compute.
Topics covered include
Practical activity: Deploy a sample web application and compare compute options for it.
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Module 5: Storage and databases
Store files and data with managed Azure services.
Topics covered include
Practical activity: Choose storage and database services for a sample application and justify them.
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Module 6: Monitoring, governance and operations
Keep Azure workloads healthy, compliant and cost-effective.
Topics covered include
Practical activity: Set up monitoring, alerts and a tagging policy for the sample application.
Practical learning
Hands-On Learning
Practical work builds and manages a sample application environment on Azure. Examples of activities include:
Hands-on work uses a Microsoft Azure environment. Whether an environment is provided, or you use your own account (and any costs involved), will be explained when you enquire.
- Organising resources and assigning access
- Designing and building virtual networks
- Deploying applications to Azure compute
- Setting up monitoring, policies and alerts
Before you start
Prerequisites and Learning Requirements
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Recommended background
No prior cloud experience is needed.
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Technical prerequisites
Basic IT knowledge such as networking basics, operating systems and using a command line is helpful.
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Software and tools
A computer with a reliable internet connection for live online sessions. Access to an Azure environment is needed for hands-on work; the options will be confirmed when you enquire.
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Prior experience
Suitable as a first cloud course for learners with basic IT knowledge.
Learning Format
IT Champion Hub offers live, instructor-led online training and workshops. Formats, duration and schedules vary by course and are not the same for every program.
- Live online sessions led by an instructor
- Practical activities alongside explanations
- Upcoming batches and schedules shared on enquiry
Enquire to find out the formats and upcoming batches available for this course. Enquire about this course
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior cloud experience?
No. The course starts with cloud fundamentals. Basic IT knowledge, such as networking and operating system basics, is helpful.
Do I need an Azure account?
Hands-on work needs access to an Azure environment. We'll explain the options, and any costs involved, when you enquire.
Is this an Azure certification course?
No. The course focuses on practical Azure skills. It is not an official Microsoft certification course.
Should I choose Azure, AWS or Google Cloud?
The core ideas are similar on every platform. Choose the platform used where you work or want to work, or enquire and we'll help you decide.
How can I enquire about upcoming training?
Select Enquire About This Course. The enquiry form will note that you are asking about Microsoft Azure, and we'll get back to you with upcoming batches and available schedules.
Ready to Explore This Learning Path?
Have questions about the curriculum, prerequisites, or training arrangements? Get in touch with IT Champion Hub to discuss your learning goals.