CompTIA Cloud+® (PLA)

L3 Level 3
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PLA: This course is free for employed adults eligible for a Personal Learning Account (PLA). To see if you could be eligible for a PLA go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PartTimeFunding - For a full list of PLA courses go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PLA

About this course

As a CompTIA Cloud+ certified professional, you’ll be able to develop a career in IT, implementing, maintaining and troubleshooting cloud-based infrastructure services.
The CompTIA Cloud+ is a comprehensive e-learning programme including lessons and practical activities which you can revisit as often as required.
This certification provides job-ready skills that employers are looking for, helping you to fast-track your career in IT.
The programme requires approximately 36 hours, accessed flexibly in line with personal study patterns. 

Delegates will have 6 months to complete from enrolment date. Course start dates are arranged directly with ALS Training once funding has been approved.

What you will study

Official CompTIA Cloud+ Syllabus

The Official CompTIA Cloud+ e-learning course covers Cloud Architecture, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Operations, Security, Fundamentals of DevOps and Cloud Troubleshooting.

Cloud+ Syllabus

  • Topics Covered
  • Lesson 1: Understanding Cloud Concepts
  • Lesson 2: Planning and Designing a Cloud Environment
  • Lesson 3: Administering Cloud Resources
  • Lesson 4: Managing Cloud Storage
  • Lesson 5: Managing Networks in the Cloud
  • Lesson 6: Securing and Troubleshooting Networks in the Cloud
  • Lesson 7: Managing Cloud Migrations and Troubleshooting Cloud Deployments
  • Lesson 8: Managing Cloud Automation and Orchestration
  • Lesson 9: Understanding Cloud Security Concepts
  • Lesson 10: Managing Cloud Security
  • Lesson 11: Managing Cloud Performance
  • Lesson 12: Managing Maintenance in the Cloud
  • Lesson 13: Implementing High Availability and Disaster Recovery in the Cloud

Online Practical Labs:

  • Assisted Lab: Explore the Lab Environment
  • Assisted Lab: Plan and Design a Cloud Environment
  • Assisted Lab: Deploy and Manage Cloud Resources
  • Assisted Lab: Manage Compute Resources
  • Assisted Lab: Manage Networks in the Cloud
  • Assisted Lab: Secure Cloud Components
  • APPLIED LAB: Deploy Cloud Resources
  • Assisted Lab: Manage Cloud Automation
  • Assisted Lab: Manage Baseline Configurations
  • Assisted Lab: Deploy Patches
  • Assisted Lab: Configure Monitoring
  • Assisted Lab: Manage Backup and Restore Processes
  • APPLIED LAB: Manage Cloud Resources

CompTIA Cloud+ Exam Details

Exam: Code CVO-003/004

CompTIA Cloud+ CVO003/004 validates the knowledge and skills to meet the real world demands of cloud operations. The vendor neutral exam confirms the technical and hands on skills necessary for cloud operations across all platforms.

Exam Format - Multiple-choice and performance-based.

Number of questions - Maximum of 90.

Duration - 90 minutes.

Your enrolment includes practice labs.

Pass Mark - 750/900 (83.3%).

Important points

  • The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
  • Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
  • Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
  • Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
  • Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
  • All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
  • Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
  • Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
Key information

Start date

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Time of day

Day Time

Location

Online
Maps & directions
PLA: This course is free for employed adults eligible for a Personal Learning Account (PLA). To see if you could be eligible for a PLA go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PartTimeFunding - For a full list of PLA courses go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PLA

Course code

CSCOMPCLOU
L3

Qualification

CompTIA Cloud+® (PLA)

Locations

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