AWS Fundamentals Specialization Course Syllabus

Overview: This specialization offers a beginner-friendly introduction to AWS cloud services, designed for individuals with no prior cloud experience. The course is structured into five core modules and a final project, combining foundational concepts, hands-on labs, and real-world scenarios. With an estimated total time of 10–13 weeks at 3–5 hours per week, learners will build practical skills in compute, storage, security, migration, and serverless technologies. The curriculum aligns with the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam and emphasizes job-ready skills through interactive exercises and case studies.

Module 1: AWS Cloud Technical Essentials

Estimated time: 12 hours

• Introduction to cloud computing and AWS global infrastructure
• Core AWS services: EC2, S3, RDS, and VPC
• Understanding elasticity, scalability, and cloud pricing models
• Navigating the AWS Management Console and identifying use cases

Module 2: AWS Fundamentals: Addressing Security Risk

Estimated time: 10 hours

• Overview of AWS security and the shared responsibility model
• Managing user access and permissions with IAM
• Data protection using encryption and AWS security services
• Monitoring and logging with CloudTrail and GuardDuty

Module 3: AWS Fundamentals: Migrating to the Cloud

Estimated time: 14 hours

• Introduction to cloud migration strategies (the 6 Rs)
• Using AWS Migration Hub and Database Migration Service
• Transferring data with AWS Snowball
• Developing and executing a cloud migration plan

Module 4: Serverless Application Development

Estimated time: 10 hours

• Introduction to serverless computing on AWS
• Building functions with AWS Lambda
• Automating workflows using AWS services
• Integrating serverless components into applications

Module 5: Real-World Applications and Case Studies

Estimated time: 8 hours

• Analyzing business challenges using AWS solutions
• Applying architectural best practices in case scenarios
• Modernizing on-premises workloads with AWS tools

Module 6: Final Project

Estimated time: 16 hours

• Design a cloud solution for a realistic business case
• Implement core AWS services (compute, storage, networking)
• Apply security and migration best practices in the solution

Prerequisites

• No prior cloud experience required
• Basic understanding of IT systems and networking concepts helpful
• Access to a computer with internet connection for labs

What You'll Be Able to Do After

• Explain core AWS services and cloud concepts
• Configure and manage basic AWS resources
• Apply security best practices using IAM and encryption
• Plan and execute migration of on-premises workloads to AWS
• Prepare for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner exam