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    3 Nov, 2024
  • Program duration

    8 months
  • Learning Format

    Live, Online, Interactive

Why Join this Program

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    Caltech CTME Benefits

    Caltech CTME Circle membership on LinkedIn and online graduation by Caltech CTME Executive Director

    Caltech CTME Circle membership on LinkedIn and online graduation by Caltech CTME Executive Director

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    AWS Authored Content

    Acquire hands-on learning through self learning content authored by AWS

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    Caltech's Academic Excellence

    Earn a program certificate and up to 15 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) credits from Caltech CTME

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    Full-Spectrum Career Services

    1 to 1 mentoring & resume writing | Access to 3M+ jobs via our network of 1500+ recruiters

Take the first step to your goals

Lifetime access to self-paced e learning content

Corporate Training

Enterprise training for teams

Global Career Opportunities

Cloud computing is one of the fastest-growing industries, and the demand for cloud professionals is high. According to a 2023 report, cloud computing employment opportunities will grow by 15 percent in the ten years between 2021 and 2031.

Industry Hiring Demand

People take upskilling courses

42%

Jobs growth from 2021 to 2031

15%

Companies adopted cloud - 2023

94%

Top Companies Hiring

Cloud Computing Certification Overview

This Post Graduate Program in Cloud Computing is essential to becoming an expert in designing, planning, and scaling cloud implementations. With this program, you will master the core skill sets required to design and deploy dynamically scalable and reliable applications on three popular cloud platform providers: Microsoft Azure, AWS, and GCP.

Key Features

  • Caltech CTME program completion Certificate
  • 40+ Hands-On Projects and Integrated Labs
  • Receive up to 15 Continuing Education Units(CEUs) from Caltech CTME
  • Attend Masterclasses from Caltech CTME instructors
  • Online graduation ceremony by the Caltech CTME Executive Director
  • Azure certification preparation sessions from Microsoft leadership
  • Capstone Project in 4 Domains
  • Live virtual classes led by industry experts, hands-on projects and integrated labs
  • Simplilearn Career Service helps you get noticed by top hiring companies
  • AWS authored Self Learning Content
  • Live sessions on the latest AI trends, such as generative AI, prompt engineering, explainable AI, and more
  • Caltech CTME Circle Membership on LinkedIn
  • Official completion letter from Caltech CTME & a Program Performance Report for the entire Learning Path
  • Official course completion badge/certificate hosted on the Microsoft Learn portal

Cloud Computing Certification Advantage

With an outcome-oriented learning approach, this Post Graduate Program in Cloud Computing helps develop practical skills and delves deep into the latest cloud computing and DevOps tools and best practices.

  • Cloud Computing Certification

    Collaboration with Caltech CTME:

    • Develop proficiency in industry-leading cloud platforms, AWS & Azure
    • Develop expertise in cloud architecture, deployment, and optimization
    • Learn DevOps services for enhanced scalability and automation
  • Azure Training Certificate

    Partnership with Microsoft:

    • Get an official course completion badge/certificate hosted on the Microsoft Learn portal
    • Acquire an official Microsoft course completion transcript

Cloud Computing Certification Details

Enroll in our program for in-depth training on AWS, AZ-104, AZ-305, and DevOps on AWS. Master cloud platforms, architecture, infrastructure design, administration, and automation. gain industry-relevant practical skills, and advance your cloud computing and DevOps career.

Learning Path

  • Get started with the Post Graduate Program in Cloud Computing and explore everything you need to know about it. Getyour cloud journey started with our preparatory courses: Introduction to Cloud Computing, AWS Technical Essentials, and Microsoft Azure Fundamentals.

  • Attend this foundation course at your own pace to dive deep into the basics of AWS and Azure. This optional course will help you establish a strong foundation in AWS and Azure Cloud, which will serve as a benchmark for your upcoming courses.

    • Introduction to Amazon Web Services
    • AWS Compute Overview
    • Understanding AWS Networking Basics
    • Exploring AWS Storage Options
    • Overview of Databases in AWS
    • Introduction to Deployment and Monitoring
    • Basics of Optimization and Serverless Concepts
    • Fundamentals of Security and Account Management in AWS
    • Dive into AWS Compute Services (EC2, Amazon EBS, ELB, Auto Scaling, Lambda, Amazon WorkSpaces)
    • Advanced AWS Networking (Security Group, NACL, VPC, NAT, Internet Gateway, VPN, CloudFront, Route 53)
    • In-depth exploration of AWS Storage Solutions (S3, Storage Gateway, S3 Encryption, EFS, Glue, Athena)
    • Understanding Databases in AWS (RDS, DynamoDB, ElastiCache, Redshift)
    • Advanced Security and Account Management (IAM, Cloud Security, Config, Secrets Manager, Systems Manager, Cognito, Cloud Tower, WAF, GuardDuty, Macie)
    • Deployment and Monitoring (CloudWatch, CloudFormation)
    • Optimization and Serverless Architectures (Lambda, API Gateway, SQS, SNS, EventBridge, Kinesis)
    • Container Services (Fargate, ECS)
    • Fundamentals of DevOps
    • Version Control Systems (Git and AWS CodeCommit)
    • Infrastructure as Code Tools (AWS CloudFormation and AWS CDK)
    • Containerization and Orchestration Tools (Docker, Amazon Elastic Container Service, and AWS EKS)
    • Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery Tools (AWS CodeBuild, AWS CodeDeploy, and AWS CodePipeline)
    • Configuration Management Tools (Ansible, Chef, and AWS OpsWorks)
    • Monitoring and Optimization of Your DevOps Pipeline (AWS CloudWatch, AWS X-Ray, and AWS CloudFormation Designer)
    • Manage Subscriptions and Governance (Cloud Shell, PowerShell, Azure Tags, Cost Management, Resource Manager, ARM Templates)
    • Manage Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) (Group Creation, Azure policy)
    • Administer Identity (Azure Directory, Administrative Unit)
    • Implement and Manage Storage Accounts (Azure Storage Services, Blob, Encryption, Azure Files)
    • Deploy and Manage Azure Compute Resources (Azure App Service, Azure Containers, Azure Kubernetes)
    • Configure and Manage Virtual Networking (Azure Firewall, VNET Peering, Gateway, network traffic, Azure Application gateway, Load Balancer)
    • Monitor and Backup Azure Resources (Data Protection, Azure Backup, Log Analytics Usage, Network watcher)
    • Governance and Resource Management
    • Authentication and Authorization (Azure AD)
    • Logging and Monitoring (Azure Workbooks, Insights, Monitor)
    • High Availability (Traffic Manager, Geo-Replication)
    • Backup and Recovery (Azure Backup, Site Recovery, and Data Archiving)
    • Relational and Non-Relational Data (Azure Storage Account, Blob, Cosmos DB)
    • Data Integration (Azure Data Factory, Data Lake)
    • Automating Compute and Provisioning
    • Application Architecture (Microservices, Serverless, API Integration)
    • Network (Azure Virtual Network, DNS, Firewall, Network Watcher, Load Balancer, Application Gateway)
    • Migrations (Azure Migrate,Azure App Service, Database Migration Service)
    • Cost Optimization
  • This cloud computing capstone project will give you the opportunity to implement the skills you learned throughout this program. You’ll learn how to solve a real-world, industry-aligned Cloud problem through dedicated mentoring sessions.

Electives:
  • Attend online interactive cloud computing training classes conducted by the instructor from the Caltech CTME and get insights about advancements in the cloud domain. Further, understand why it’s important for any organization to understand and implement cloud computing skills to scale up.

  • Simplilearn's Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Architect certification program will empower you with the skills needed to advance your career in cloud architecture. The course covers IAM, Networking, cloud storage, and much more.

  • With Data Engineering certification course you will become familiar with the Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud platform, including Kinesis Analytics, and AWS big data storage, processing, analysis, visualization, and security services.

  • Gain advanced technical skills and knowledge to design, manage and secure data, applications and infrastructure in the cloud using best practices, policies and procedures.

  • The DevOps on Azure course will help you become a master of DevOps and Azure with expertise in several topics, including SRE and instrumentation strategy, security and compliance planning, Azure Service Fabric configuration, Azure Pipelines integration, and more. You will become proficient in both domains and ready for the certification exam upon completion.

  • The Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure course equips you with the skills to design, develop, and implement cloud-based solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform. You will learn how to leverage Azure services, apply best practices for application development, and integrate security and scalability into their solutions.

  • This Cloud Computing Course includes AWS Developer Associate training that will teach you how to write code and design scalable applications, implement application security and testing, and develop expertise with key AWS components such as S3, DynamoDB, Elastic Beanstalk, and Cloud Formation.

  • This AWS SysOps training is a prerequisite to the DevOps Engineer certification. You will learn how to migrate on-premise applications to AWS, control the flow of data to and from AWS, master the AWS management console, implement operational cost controls, and enhance your ability to leverage AWS resources and services efficiently with this Cloud Computing course.

  • Gain data migration skills on AWS with this course. Learn how to migrate data efficiently using AWS Database Migration Service (DMS), AWS Glue, and AWS Snowball. Acquire hands-on experience in planning, executing, and managing data migration projects. Prepare for the AWS Data Migration certification and excel in data migration on AWS.

    • Attend live generative AI masterclasses and learn how to leverage it to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.
    • Conducted by industry experts, these masterclasses delve deep into AI-powered creativity.

12+ Skills Covered

  • VPC Design and Implementation
  • Serverless Computing
  • Infrastructure as Code
  • Containerization and Orchestration
  • Monitoring and Diagnostics
  • Multi Cloud Deployment
  • High Availability and Fault Tolerance
  • Identity and Access Management
  • Continuous Integration
  • Continuous Delivery
  • Cloud cost optimization
  • Disaster Recovery

23+ Tools Covered

amazon ec2amazon ecsapp servicesaws lambdaazure container serviceazure functionselastic beanstalkvirtual machinesamazon dynamo dbamazon rdsazure cosmos dbazure SQL databaseaws cloud formationaws cloudwatchazure visual studio team serveramazon inspectoraws IAMazure key vaultazure security centeramazon elbazure dnsAzure MonitorAzure Front Door

Industry Projects

  • Project 1

    Multi Cloud Connection Architecture

    Architect a multi-cloud strategy for a FinTech company to ensure uninterrupted service availability, confidentiality, and security. Skills: VPC, Load Balancers, VPN.

  • Project 2

    Deployment of MultiCloud Application

    Deploy a multi-cloud application for a logistics firm using AWS and Azure platforms to maintain high availability and resiliency. Skills: Load Balancer, VM, AWS EC2, AWS RDS.

  • Project 3

    MultiTimer Web Application

    Set up a decoupling of a multi-timer web application deployed on Azure for a healthcare company using services offered by AWS. Skills: AWS SQS, AWS RDS, Azure Monitor VM

  • Project 4

    Infrastructure Deployment for RealTime Data Management

    Optimize your organization's networking with AWS-based NoSQL data warehousing for real-time data analysis and growth. Skills: AWS Management Console, Amazon Kinesis, AWS Lambda

  • Project 5

    Automating Workloads

    Adopt networking architecture using ARM templates to automate infrastructure deployment, enhancing security and efficiency. Skills: IAC, ARM Template, Network Architecture

  • Project 6

    Configure and Connect Database Instance with a Web Server

    Deploy a multi-tier app on AWS setting up a scalable web server and securely storing employee inputs in a MySQL database. Skills: AWS Management Console, Apache Web Server

  • Project 7

    Deploying Azure protected GeoRedundant Solution

    Build a secure, globally distributed app with path-based routing to optimize user experience. Skills: Load Balancing, Azure Traffic Manager, Application Gateway

  • Project 8

    WordPress Instance

    Set up WordPress for a blogging company: live publishing, development/testing, timed availability, monitoring instance health. Skills: AWS CloudFormation, AWS EC2

  • Project 9

    Workloads and Assigning Custom Roles

    Set up virtual networks with Azure with a custom RBAC role assigned to an employee for network/VM management with strict access control. Skills: Azure AD, VNet peering, RBAC

  • Project 10

    Realtime Data Management

    Build an AWS-based NoSQL data warehousing architecture to optimize networking in underserved markets, leveraging real-time data processing. Skills: Kinesis streams, DynamoDB

  • Project 11

    Highly Available Architecture

    Deploy a highly available web app using Azure public load balancing to avoid VM exposure. They prioritize automation for future deployments. Skills: Azure CLI

  • Project 12

    VPC with Database and EC2 Instances

    Deploy a web application with a secure and scalable database by setting up a secure VPC with public and private subnets. Skills: VPC architecture, AWS EC2, AWS RDS

Disclaimer - The projects have been built leveraging real publicly available datasets from organizations.

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Program Advisors

  • John R. Wetsch

    John R. Wetsch

    Program Director

    John Wetsch, Ph.D., PMP, has over 30 years of experience working in the industry, government, and higher education. He has served in various technical capacities, including Program Director for Cloud Computing and senior roles as a Project Manager.

  • Rick Hefner

    Rick Hefner

    Caltech CTME, Executive Director

    Dr. Rick Hefner serves as the Executive Director for Caltech’s CTME, where he develops customized training programs for technology-driven organizations. He has over 40 years of experience in systems development and has served in academic, industrial, and research positions. 

  • Nicholas Beaudoin

    Nicholas Beaudoin

    Caltech CTME, Director of Strategic Partnerships

    Mr. Beaudoin is the Director of AI Programs at Caltech’s CTME where he works with strategic AI partnerships and also advises and teaches many of the CTME AI/ML related offerings.

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Join the growing Cloud industry

The demand for people with Cloud Computing skills is growing rapidly with a 23.1% year-over-year increase over the past 12 months. 94% of businesses noted improved security after moving to the cloud.

Job Icon$675 Billion

Is the estimated public cloud spending by 2024(Source)

Source: BusinessWorld
Job Icon$130K

Is the average annual salary of a cloud professional in the U.S.(Source)

Source: Talent.com
Job Icon21.2%

Compounded Annual Growth rate expected between 2024 And 2030(Source)

Source: Grand View Research

Batch Profile

Our cloud computing certificate program caters to professionals from a variety of industries; the diversity of our students adds richness to class discussions and interactions.

  • The class consists of learners from excellent organizations and diverse industries
    Industry
    Information Technology - 34.10%Computer Software - 12.3%Banking - 5.1%Telecommunications - 4.6%Financial Services - 2.6%Others - 41.3%

    *Based on Simplilearn's enrolment data of past two years

    Companies
    VMware
    TCS
    Accenture
    Infosys
    Cognizant
    Amazon
    Capegemini
    Mindtree
    Wipro
    Bank of America
    Oracle
    Deloitte

Alumni Testimonial

I have my startup, and we provide consultancy services to our clients; with this cloud course, I was learning every day and implementing my learnings at business every day. After completing the course, I could structure the whole cloud consulting vertical to offer cloud and digital consultancy to our customers. Today, I have added seven new cloud consultancy customers with Marriott, Radisson, Oberoi, Taj, and many other names.

Ravin Kumar Jhaala

Chief Technology Officer - VCNS GlobalVCNS

What other learners are saying

Admission Details

Application Process

Candidates can apply to this Cloud Computing Training in 3 steps. Selected candidates receive an offer of admission, which is accepted by the admission fee payment.

STEP 1

Submit Application

Tell us a bit about yourself and why you want to do this program

STEP 2

Application Review

An admission panel will shortlist candidates based on their application

STEP 3

Admission

Selected candidates can begin the program within 1-2 weeks

Eligibility Criteria

For admission to this Cloud Computing Certification Course, candidates should have:

Preferred to have an Associate, Bachelors or Masters degree
May have a non-programming background
Prior work experience is recommended, but not mandatory

Admission Fee & Financing

The admission fee for this Post Graduate Cloud Computing program is $ 4,500. This fee also includes all applicable program charges.

Financing Options

We are dedicated to making our programs accessible. We are committed to helping you find a way to budget for this program and offer a variety of financing options to make it more economical.

Total Program Fee

$ 4,500

Pay In Installments, as low as

$ 450/month

You can pay monthly installments for Post Graduate Programs using Splitit, ClimbCredit or Klarna payment option with low APR and no hidden fees.

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Program Benefits

  • Complete this Cloud Computing course while you work
  • Exposure to prompt engineering, ChatGPT, generative AI etc
  • Caltech CTME Circle Membership on LinkedIn
  • Receive up to 15 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
  • Active recruiters include: Amazon, Google, Microsoft & more

Program Cohorts

Next Cohort

Other Cohorts

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Cloud Computing Certification FAQs

  • What is Cloud Computing?

    Cloud Computing is a network of remote servers hosted on the internet for storing and retrieving data. Cloud services comprises IT services, such as servers, databases, software, virtual storage, and networking. Cloud computing has gained immense traction in recent years, bringing about transformational changes and faster processes across sectors and opening up several job opportunities for skilled professionals. As a result more and more organizations are setting up their own cloud infrastructure and hiring professionals with cloud computing skills.

  • What important skills are covered in this Cloud Bootcamp?

    This cloud computing course will teach you the most in-demand cloud skills, including cloud workloads, disaster recovery, database management, autoscaling, performance testing, web services and API, and more.

  • What are the eligible job roles after completing this Cloud Computing Bootcamp?

    This cloud computing course takes you through the fundamentals of cloud computing to advanced knowledge of cloud computing, which helps you kickstart your cloud computing career right after you graduate. With the knowledge and expertise you gain from this cloud computing course, you can become eligible to handle various cloud computing roles such as a cloud administrator, cloud computing engineer, a cloud architect, or even lead a team of cloud professionals.

  • Is there any financial aid provided for this online cloud computing Bootcamp?

    To ensure money is not a barrier in the path of learning, we offer various financing options to help ensure that this cloud computing course is financially manageable. Please refer to our “Admissions Fee and Financing” section for more details.

  • What should I expect from the Caltech Post Graduate Program in Cloud Computing?

    As a part of this post graduate program in cloud computing, you will receive the following:

    • Job-ready cloud skills and hands-on experience with a full suite of Cloud Computing tools
    • A Cloud Computing Capstone Project suitable for your portfolio to demonstrate your skills to employers
    • Course completion certificate from Caltech CTME
    • Transcript for the entire learning path in the program
    • Industry-recognized certificate from Simplilearn
    • Access to Caltech Circle Membership
    • Lifetime access to all core e-learning content created by Simplilearn 
    • CEUs upon completion of the course

  • If I want to cancel my enrollment in this cloud computing bootcamp, can I get a refund?

    Yes, you can cancel your enrollment if necessary. We will refund the program price after deducting an administration fee. To learn more, please read our Refund Policy.

    * Disclaimer
    This Cloud Engineer bootcamp is offered on a non-credit basis and is not transferable to a degree.

  • How do I enroll in this cloud computing bootcamp?

    You can enroll in the cloud computing course by completing the application process consisting of 3 simple steps. First, you need to submit a brief statement of purpose by telling our admissions counselors why you’re interested and qualified to be part of the course. Next, the admissions counselors will review your application to determine your qualifications and interest in the program. And then an offer of admission will be made to the selected candidates and accepted by the candidates by paying the admission fee.

  • Is coding required for cloud computing certifications?

    For most cloud computing courses, it is not mandatory to know coding to join. However, developing basic programming skills to start a career in cloud computing is recommended while joining cloud computing bootcamps.

  • How do I get started in cloud computing?

    Learners start with cloud computing by understanding the basics of Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS). They learn about how cloud computing works, its characteristics, and its benefits. A good cloud computing bootcamp like Simplilearn’s Post Graduate Program in Cloud Computing helps you learn everything from scratch and makes you job-ready.

  • What are the top roles and responsibilities of cloud computing professionals?

    Cloud engineers are primarily responsible for assessing an organization’s technology infrastructure to decide whether migration to the cloud is feasible. They next oversee the entire migration process and maintain the new system. Our cloud computing bootcamp is all you need to understand what it takes to be a successful cloud engineer.

  • What are the prerequisites before taking this Cloud Computing Online course?

    There are no prerequisites associated with this cloud bootcamp. A technical background, though not mandatory, will help you grasp the concepts, faster and better.

  • What is a Cloud Engineer's salary?

    Cloud computing professionals have bright salary prospects worldwide. Attending a cloud architect bootcamp and earning a cloud computing certification further improves their earning potential. Here are the average annual salaries of cloud engineers across major countries

    • India - INR 6 lakhs
    • The US - $111K
    • The UK - £ 59K
    • Canada - C$86K
    • Singapore - A$ 120K

  • What are the skills required for cloud computing?

    Cloud computing requires a diverse set of skills, including technical skills such as network and server administration and knowledge of programming languages and operating systems. Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) is also essential. Additionally, understanding virtualization technologies, storage systems, and security best practices is vital for you to succeed in this domain.

  • Is cloud computing certification worth it?

    In this competitive job market, you need to do something unique to stand out from the crowd and grab the attention of hiring managers. With a cloud computing certification in your resume, you can demonstrate your seriousness towards this career. Moreover, after attending a cloud bootcamp, you will be more confident talking about your skills during an interview. So, attending a cloud engineering bootcamp and earning a cloud computing certification is worth your time and effort.

  • Does Simplilearn have corporate training solutions?

    Simplilearn for Business works with Fortune 500 and mid-sized companies to provide their workforce with digital skills solutions for talent development. We offer diverse corporate training solutions, from short skill-based certification training to role-based learning paths. We also offer Simplilearn Learning Hub+ - a learning library with unlimited live and interactive solutions for the entire organization. Our curriculum consultants work with each client to select and deploy the learning solutions that best meet their teams’ needs and objectives.

  • What do people think about Simplilearn’s Post Graduate Program In Cloud Computing?

    Simplilearn is highly regarded for offering valuable, career-boosting education. The Post Graduate Program In Cloud Computing offers a well-structured and industry-relevant curriculum. Simplilearn testimonials and alumni reviews talk highly about the comprehensive course content, practical learning approach, and experienced instructors. The flexibility of the programs allows professionals to upskill while balancing work and personal commitments. 

  • What are the eligibility criteria to enroll in this cloud computing bootcamp?

    Simplilearn’s cloud computing bootcamp is best suited for newcomers and experienced professionals. To be eligible to enroll in this course, applicants must have a bachelor's degree in any relevant field. A basic understanding of cloud computing is preferred but is not mandatory. Prior working experience is not compulsory.

  • Are there any other online courses Simplilearn offers under pg in cloud computing?

    Absolutely! Simplilearn offers plenty of options to help you upskill in a post-graduate program in cloud computing. You can take advanced certification training courses or niche courses to sharpen specific skills. Whether you want to master new tools or stay ahead with the latest trends, there's something for everyone. These courses are designed to elevate your knowledge and keep you competitive in the cloud computing field.
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  • Will missing a live class affect my ability to complete the course?

    No, missing a live class will not affect your ability to complete the course. With our 'flexi-learn' feature, you can watch the recorded session of any missed class at your convenience. This allows you to stay up-to-date with the course content and meet the necessary requirements to progress and earn your certificate. Simply visit the Simplilearn learning platform, select the missed class, and watch the recording to have your attendance marked.

  • Disclaimer
  • PMP, PMI, PMBOK, CAPM, PgMP, PfMP, ACP, PBA, RMP, SP, OPM3 and the PMI ATP seal are the registered marks of the Project Management Institute, Inc.