IBM Cloud Advocate

This course is intended for nontechnical business users. It includes training that explores the history and basic nature of cloud computing and distinguishes between the cloud services and deployment models. It identifies common categories of cloud infrastructure and services while summarizing the IBM Cloud platform and IBM Cloud account essentials. Upon successful completion of the course, learners enrolled in the Verified Certificate Track will receive an edX certificate as well as a code for 50% off the IBM Cloud Advocate certification exam. Upon receiving a passing score on the exam, the IBM Certified Advocate Cloud certification will be awarded by Credly. Becoming certified as an IBM Cloud Advocate validates your skills and can broaden your career opportunities.

Module 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing

You will cover the following topics:

• The Cloud and Why People Use It
• The History and Evolution of the Cloud
• Cloud Adoption and Migration
• The Job Roles that Support Cloud

Module 2: Cloud Services and Deployment Models

You will cover the following topics:

• The Established Cloud Deployment Models
• The Major Cloud Service Models
• The Emergent Cloud Deployment Models

Module 3: Fundamentals of IBM Cloud

You will cover the following topics:

• The IBM Cloud Interface
• The Structure of IBM Cloud
• Security Measures and Security Options in IBM Cloud
• Industry Compliance Standards for IBM Cloud

Module 4: IBM Cloud Essentials

You will cover the following topics:

• Account Types
• Support Plans
• Identity Access Management (IAM)

Module 5: Services Available on IBM Cloud

You will cover the following topics:

• IBM Virtual Private Cloud (VPC)
• Core Services Available on IBM Cloud
• Common Storage Options
• Database as a Service Offerings
• Watson AI Services available on IBM Cloud
• Application Services on IBM Cloud
• IBM Cloud Security and Monitoring Services