CompTIA Cloud Essentials+ (CLO-002)

CompTIA Cloud Essentials+ (CLO-002) is a vendor-neutral certification course designed to provide individuals with an understanding of cloud computing concepts and principles. The course covers a range of cloud-related topics, including cloud computing models, virtualization, cloud service providers, cloud security, and compliance.
The course is intended for individuals who are looking to gain a basic understanding of cloud computing principles and how they can be applied in business environments. It is suitable for IT professionals, business analysts, and business decision-makers who are considering cloud computing solutions or who need to understand the benefits and risks of cloud adoption.
Topics covered in the course include:
1. Cloud computing concepts and models
2. Virtualization and containerization
3. Cloud service providers and their services
4. Cloud migration and deployment
5. Cloud computing security and compliance
6. Business and financial aspects of cloud computing
7. Risks, challenges, and mitigation strategies related to cloud adoption.
After completing the course and passing the exam, candidates will have a solid understanding of cloud computing concepts and principles, which can be applied to a range of business environments or further study in the field. The course is also a prerequisite for more advanced cloud computing certifications, such as CompTIA Cloud+ or vendor-specific certifications from cloud service providers.

Learning Objectives
• Understanding cloud computing concepts and models
• Understanding virtualization and containerization
• Understanding cloud service providers and their services
• Understanding cloud migration and deployment
• Understanding cloud computing security and compliance
• Understanding the business and financial aspects of cloud computing
• Understanding risks, challenges, and mitigation strategies related to cloud adoption

Target Audience
The course is designed for IT professionals, business analysts, and business decision-makers who are interested in gaining a foundational understanding of cloud computing concepts and principles. It is suitable for individuals who are considering cloud adoption, implementing cloud solutions, or need to understand the benefits and risks of cloud computing.

Prerequisite
There are no formal prerequisites for the course, although it is recommended that candidates have a basic understanding of IT concepts and terminology. Basic knowledge of networking, storage, and virtualization is also helpful but not required. Candidates should also have a willingness to learn about cloud computing principles and their application in business environments.

This online course exclusively provides comprehensive learning materials. The exam is to be taken separately and externally.