Course Overview
The Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) course by Stalwart Learning is designed for IT professionals who want to gain hands-on expertise in managing Microsoft Azure environments. This comprehensive course covers key administrative tasks such as managing Azure subscriptions, implementing storage solutions, configuring virtual networks, and ensuring the security of Azure resources. Participants will learn to use Azure tools and services to deploy and manage resources effectively. This course prepares learners to confidently take the AZ-104 certification exam and advance their careers as Azure administrators.
Duration
32 hours (4 days)
Prerequisites
- Basic knowledge of IT concepts, including networking, storage, and computing.
- Familiarity with Azure services and cloud computing is recommended.
Course Outline
1. Azure Administration Overview
- Understanding Azure subscriptions and resource groups
- Azure portal, CLI, and PowerShell overview
2. Managing Azure Identities and Governance
- Implementing Azure Active Directory (AAD)
- Role-based access control (RBAC) and governance tools
3. Implementing and Managing Storage
- Creating and configuring Azure storage accounts
- Managing Blob, File, and Disk Storage
4. Deploying and Managing Azure Compute Resources
- Managing Azure Virtual Machines (VMs)
- Implementing and managing Azure App Services
5. Configuring and Managing Virtual Networks
- Configuring Virtual Networks, subnets, and Network Security Groups (NSGs)
- VPN, ExpressRoute, and Azure DNS
6. Managing Azure Security and Monitoring
- Configuring security policies with Azure Security Center
- Monitoring resources with Azure Monitor and Log Analytics
7. Managing Azure Backups and Recovery
- Implementing Azure Backup solutions
- Configuring Site Recovery and Disaster Recovery
8. Exam Preparation and Practice Tests
- AZ-104 exam structure and tips
- Mock exams and real-world scenarios