Microsoft - Azure Administrator Associate | AZ-104

Duration

Duration:

Only 4 Days

Method

Method:

Classroom / Online / Hybrid

Next date

Next date:

9.12.2024 (Monday)

Overview

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At Firebrand, we specialise in accelerated training that gets people certified at twice the speed. Our accelerated 4-day Microsoft Azure Administrator course helps you develop the skills you need to implement, monitor, and maintain Azure solutions, from storage to security and networking, as well as expert knowledge of the service capabilities within Microsoft Azure Cloud.

You'll also learn to:

  • Administer Azure using the Azure portal, Cloud Shell, Azure PowerShell, CLI, and ARM templates
  • Plan for, create, and scale virtual machines
  • Implement Azure storage accounts and shared access keys
  • Configure intersite connectivity solutions
  • Configure data replication, backups, and virtual networks
  • Manage network traffic, subscriptions, accounts, users, groups, and billing
  • Implement Azure policies, Azure Active Directory, Azure Active Directory Connect
  • Secure identities & monitor Azure infrastructure

At Firebrand, we are one of the few companies in the world designated as a Microsoft Cloud Partner. Our courses feature the latest Microsoft Official Curriculum (MOC) and are taught by Microsoft Certified Trainers (MCTs). We were also awarded the Microsoft Solutions Partner for Data & AI and Infrastructure badges in recognition of our expertise in delivering quality Azure solutions.

Your expert Microsoft Certified Trainer will immerse you in the curriculum with our unique Lecture | Lab | Review technique, helping you to build and retain information faster. You'll also have lab access 24/7 at the training centre, so you can test your skills and make the most of your stay!

Where can you take this course?

We offer this course in a classroom-based, residential environment, as well as a live online instructor-led course. The Firebrand Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate online course includes everything you need to get certified in record time:

  • Official courseware, labs, and practice exams
  • The official AZ-104 Microsoft Azure Administrator certification exam
  • For residential courses, accommodations, meals, and snacks

At the end of this course, you'll be able to take the official Microsoft AZ-104 exam and return to work certified, covered by our Certification Guarantee.

Who should take this course?

If you're an Azure Administrator who manages cloud services that span across a variety of cloud capabilities, this course is ideal for you.

Four reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

  1. You'll be trained and certified faster. Learn more on this 4-day accelerated course. You'll get at least 12 hours a day of quality learning time in a distraction-free environment
  2. Your course is all-inclusive. One simple price covers all course materials, exams, accommodation and meals – so you can focus on learning
  3. Pass first time or train again for free. Your expert instructor will deliver our unique accelerated learning methods, allowing you to learn faster and be in the best possible position to pass first time. In the unlikely event that you don't, it's covered by your Certification Guarantee
  4. Study with an award-winning training provider. We've won the Learning and Performance Institute's "Training Company of the Year" three times. Firebrand is your fastest way to learn, with 134561 students saving more than one million hours since 2001

Benefits

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

  1. Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
  2. You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
  3. Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
  4. Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
  5. You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
  6. You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
  7. You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals
  • * For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
  • ** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

Curriculum

This comprehensive course covers:

  • Module 1: Identity
  • Module 2: Governance and Compliance
  • Module 3: Azure Administration
  • Module 4: Virtual Networking
  • Module 5: Intersite Connectivity
  • Module 6: Network Traffic Management
  • Module 7: Azure Storage
  • Module 8: Azure Virtual Machines
  • Module 9: PaaS Compute Options
  • Module 10: Data Protection
  • Module 11: Monitoring

Exam Track

As part of your accelerated course, you'll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training centre, covered by your Certification Guarantee:

Exam AZ-104: Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate

  • Exam code: AZ-104
  • Languages: English
  • Domains:
    1. Manage Azure identities and governance (15-20%)
    2. Implement and manage storage (10-15%)
    3. Deploy and manage Azure compute resources (25-30%)
    4. Configure and manage virtual networking (30-35%)
    5. Monitor and back up Azure resources (10-15%)

What's Included

Your accelerated course includes:

  • Accommodation *
  • Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
  • On-site exams **
  • Exam vouchers **
  • Practice tests **
  • Certification Guarantee ***
  • Courseware
  • Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
  • 24-hour lab access
  • Digital courseware **
  • * For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
  • ** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
  • *** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

Before attending this course, you should have working knowledge of PowerShell and the Command Line Interface.

You should also be familiar with:

  • On-premises virtualisation technologies, including: VMs, virtual networking, and virtual hard disks
  • Network configuration, including TCP/IP, Domain Name System (DNS), virtual private networks (VPNs), firewalls, and encryption technologies
  • Active Directory concepts, including domains, forests, domain controllers, replication, Kerberos protocol, and Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP)
  • Resilience and disaster recovery, including backup and restore operations
  • The Azure Portal
  • ARM templates
  • Operating systems
  • Virtualisation
  • Cloud infrastructure
  • Storage structures
  • Networking

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

Reviews

Here's the Firebrand Training review section. Since 2001 we've trained exactly 134561 students and asked them all to review our Accelerated Learning. Currently, 94.65% have said Firebrand exceeded their expectations.

Read reviews from recent accelerated courses below or visit Firebrand Stories for written and video interviews from our alumni.


"Firebrand is a great training provider! They offer great packages and amazing course content to ensure you have all the knowledge required to take the assessments. Some courses can be quite intense so that should be something considered. That being said I had a great experience, my tutor was amazing could not have asked for a better one!"
Abdul Riaz, Turner & Townsend. (26.2.2024 (Monday) to 29.2.2024 (Thursday))

"A very comprehensive course which allows me to identify my weak and strong points on topic before attending the desired exam."
Sebastian Harmo, Orsted. (12.12.2023 (Tuesday) to 15.12.2023 (Friday))

"Great instructor, good material preparation. I'm happy I decided to join the training."
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"I would recommend it to anyone wishing to gain certification."
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"Excellent trainig with a great instructor. Vast amount of knowladge gained, could/will do it again."
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