Course code: C01227
This courses is intended for:
Individuals who perform a solutions architect role and want to validate their ability to design solutions based on the AWS Well-Architected Framework. The certification exam does not require deep hands-on coding experience, although familiarity with basic programming concepts would be an advantage.
Popular career options in the field of cloud computing include:
- Cloud Developer: You’ll build and maintain applications on the AWS platform. This role often requires experience in software development and knowledge of cloud orchestration tools.
- Cloud Architect: You’ll design and implement scalable, cost-efficient, and highly available AWS cloud environments. This role involves technical leadership and working directly with clients.
- DevOps Engineer: You’ll manage the deployment and operations of applications on AWS, focusing on automation and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
- Cloud Systems Administrator: You’ll handle the provisioning, installation, configuration, and maintenance of virtual systems and software on AWS.
- Software Development Engineer: You’ll develop software solutions and support AWS services, often working in a team to solve complex problems.
Modules and topics covered:
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
AWS Solutions Architect Associate 2022: Architecture & Tools
AWS Solutions Architect Associate 2022: Data Storage Services
AWS Solutions Architect Associate 2022: Managing S3 Buckets
AWS Solutions Architect Associate 2022: Managing Network Infrastructure
AWS Solutions Architect Associate 2022: Connectivity & Name Resolution
AWS Solutions Architect Associate 2022: Managing EC2 Instances
AWS Solutions Architect Associate 2022: Compute & Data Analysis Services
AWS Solutions Architect Associate 2022: App & Coding Services
AWS Solutions Architect Associate 2022: Security & Data Privacy
AWS Solutions Architect Associate 2022: AWS Cryptography & PKI
AWS Solutions Architect Associate 2022: Identity & Access Management
AWS Solutions Architect Associate 2022: Directory Services Authentication
AWS Solutions Architect Associate 2022: Network Security Services
AWS Solutions Architect Associate 2022: Governance & Automation
AWS Solutions Architect Associate 2022: Data Service Availability
AWS Solutions Architect Associate 2022: Cost Management
Academic grade: No minimum school pass requirements, but it is recommended that candidates have at least one year of hands-on experience designing available, cost-efficient, fault-tolerant, and scalable distributed systems on AWS; knowledge of AWS services and the ability to identify which services meet a given technical requirement; and familiarity with deploying and managing applications on AWS.
Language: Proficiency in English (course material and support only available in English).
Expertise level: Intermediate.
Equipment: Access to a PC or laptop with a reliable internet connection.
Effort: Self-paced learning online.
Course type: Industry endorsed
Industry partner: Amazon
Certification: Certificate confirming course completion.
Certification issued by: Optimi College
Assessment information:
- Online assessments via the Skillsoft Learner Management System.
- At the end of the course, students can request a certificate of course completion.
- Students who then opt to proceed with the external industry exam(s) are directed to the relevant vendor.
Exam information:
- External industry exam: AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (SAA-C03)
- Exam format: A combination of multiple choice and multiple response questions.
- Duration: 130 minutes
- Number of questions: 65
- Passing score: 720 out of 1000
- Delivery method: Pearson VUE testing center or online proctored exam.
- Exam fees: Not included in the course fee.
Further certification pathways:
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
Course fee: R3 328.50
Deposit: R1 667.40
Monthly instalment: R553.70
Payment duration: 3 months
Study duration: You will have course access for 12 months. To complete the course, we recommend a total of 30 hours of study, e.g. study 1 hour per day and complete your course in 1 month.
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Industry partner: Amazon
Certified by Optimi College
