This program is an intensive IT curriculum including the networking and Linux skills and knowledge to successfully learn the fundamentals of building IT infrastructure on the AWS platform. You learn how to optimize the AWS Cloud by understanding AWS services and how they fit into cloud-based solutions. You explore best practices and design patterns to help you architect optimal IT solutions on AWS, then build and explore a variety of infrastructures through guided, hands-on activity. You learn how to create fledgling architectures and build them into robust and adaptive solutions. The program includes lecture and hands-on computer labs designed to provide the student with the skills, and knowledge development and practical applications to achieve the AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification. Graduates will be qualified for a career as an AWS Solution Architect, Cloud Support Engineer or Cloud Support Admin