AWS Cloud Fundamentals: Global Infrastructure & Compute

Explore the foundations of AWS Cloud computing

Cloud computing has transformed how organisations access technology, run applications, and respond to changing demand.

On this introductory course, you’ll explore the foundations of Amazon Web Services (AWS) and learn how its global infrastructure and computer services support modern digital environments.

Begin with the principles of cloud computing and the benefits of using the AWS Cloud.

You’ll explore how AWS Global Infrastructure is organised and consider the AWS Shared Responsibility Model, giving you a clearer picture of how cloud services are delivered and managed.

Navigate AWS Global Infrastructure

Discover the infrastructure that allows AWS services to operate around the world. You’ll explore the fundamental components of the AWS environment and consider how global infrastructure supports the availability, flexibility, and scalability organisations expect from cloud computing.

Explore compute services on AWS

Learn how virtual computing resources are provisioned and managed using AWS. You’ll explore Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (Amazon EC2) and examine how AWS compute services can support different application requirements.

Understand scalable and serverless computing

See how cloud-based compute can adapt as requirements change and explore the role of serverless approaches in creating scalable application environments without managing traditional infrastructure in the same way.

By the end, you’ll understand the essential concepts behind AWS Cloud infrastructure and compute, giving you the foundation to progress into networking, storage, data systems, and other AWS services.

This course is for learners starting their AWS Cloud journey who want to understand cloud computing, AWS Global Infrastructure, and compute services. It is suitable for both business and technical audiences with general IT knowledge.

This course is for learners starting their AWS Cloud journey who want to understand cloud computing, AWS Global Infrastructure, and compute services. It is suitable for both business and technical audiences with general IT knowledge.

• Describe core principles of cloud computing and the AWS Shared Responsibility Model.
• Identify key components of the AWS Global Infrastructure that enable application availability and scalability.
• Explore foundational AWS compute services, including Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (Amazon EC2).
• Summarise main concepts and features of scalable and serverless computing.
• Discuss the primary benefits of provisioning and managing virtual resources within the AWS Cloud.