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MicrosoftAzure Course Blueprints
Overview
The Course Blueprint is a comprehensive visual guide to the Azure ecosystem, integrating all the resources, tools, structures, and connections covered in the course into one inclusive diagram.
It enables students to map out and understand the elements they've studied, providing a clear picture of their place within the larger Azure ecosystem.
It serves as a 1:1 representation of all the topics officially covered in the instructor-led training.
Links:
Each icon in the blueprint has a hyperlink to the pertinent document in the learning path on Learn.
Layers:
You have the capability to filter layers to concentrate on segments of the course by modules.
I.E.: Just day 1 of AZ-104, using filters in Visio and selecting modules 1-3
Enhanced Integration:
The Visio Template+ for expert courses such as SC-100 and AZ-305 now features an additional layer that allows you to compare SC-100, AZ-500, and SC-300 within the same diagram. Similarly, you can compare any combination of AZ-305, AZ-204, AZ-700, and AZ-104 to identify differences and study gaps. Since SC-300 and AZ-500 are potential prerequisites for SC-100, and AZ-204 or AZ-104 for AZ-305, this comparison is particularly useful for understanding the extra knowledge or skills required to advance to the next level.
Advantages for Students
- Defined Goals: The blueprint presents learners with a clear vision of what they are expected to master and achieve by the course’s end.
- Focused Learning: By spotlighting the course content and learning targets, it steers learners’ efforts towards essential areas, leading to more productive learning.
- Progress Tracking: The blueprint allows learners to track their advancement and assess their command of the course material.
- New Feature: A comprehensive list of topics for each slide deck is now available in a downloadable .xlsx file. Each entry includes a link to Learn and its dependencies.
Download links
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Associate Level |
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Visio |
Released Updated |
Contents! |
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AZ-104 |
12/14/2023 |
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AZ-204 |
11/05/2024 |
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AZ-500 |
01/09/2024 |
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AZ-700 |
01/25/2024 |
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SC-300 |
10/10/2024 |
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| Specialty |
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Visio |
Released |
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AZ-140 |
01/03/2024 |
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Expert level |
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Visio |
Released |
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AZ-305 |
Template+ |
05/07/2024 |
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SC-100 |
AZ-500 |
10/10/2024 |
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Skill based Credentialing |
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Visio |
Released Updated |
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AZ-1002 |
05/27/2024 |
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AZ-1003 |
02/07/2024 02/05/2024 |
Contents |
Benefits for Trainers:
Trainers can follow this plan to design a tailored diagram for their course, filled with notes. They can construct this comprehensive diagram during class on a whiteboard and continuously add to it in each session. This evolving visual aid can be shared with students to enhance their grasp of the subject matter.
Introduction to Course Blueprint for Trainers [10 minutes + comments]
Real life demo AZ-104 Advanced Networking section [3 minutes]
Visio stencils Azure icons - Azure Architecture Center | Microsoft Learn
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- Excellent work Ilan! This will greatly enhance the professionalism and user-friendliness of our MCT courses, making them more effective for learners. Keep up the great work!
Amin Omidy
MCT regional lead North America
- Excellent work Ilan! This will greatly enhance the professionalism and user-friendliness of our MCT courses, making them more effective for learners. Keep up the great work!
Amin Omidy
MCT regional lead North AmericaThank you Ilan_Nyska for sharing this great article!
- Ilan_NyskaI appreciate your kind words and support, Amin. Currently, I'm in collaboration with other MTTs to broaden our offerings to include Ai and DP, and we're also planning to incorporate AZ-305 for Infrastructure. Your feedback is a valuable catalyst for these endeavors. I'm delighted to know that you find this beneficial, and I'm grateful for the time you've taken to share your thoughts with me. Thank you.
- Dear Ilan,
I wanted to thank you for the incredible effort and thoughtfulness you've put into the Course Blueprint. It’s clear that you've not only created a valuable resource for students but also for trainers, making complex Azure topics easier to grasp. Your work has truly made a difference and will continue to benefit many in the future. Thank You.- I agree!
- Ilan_Nyska
Thank you so much for your kind words and appreciation. It means a lot to hear that the Course Blueprint has been valuable. Thank you again for your support and stay tuned for more updates!
- Ilan_Nyska
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm happy to hear that the Azure Course Blueprints are a valuable resource. Feedback like yours fuels the initiative. Thanks for sharing!
- Thanks for sharing this Ilan_Nyska.
Learners love this and so do I- Ilan_NyskaIt’s heartening to see that esteemed members of our community, including top trainers like yourself, are actively participating and providing valuable feedback. Thank you so much!
- Just an FYI that Bob will be running a course blueprint webinar May 30th @ 9am EST that will focus on how learners use the blueprints. This is through the MCT Learning Room.
- Ilan_NyskaThanks, Sarah and Bob, for promoting the use of the tool in the Learning Room!
- Thank you for sharing this comprehensive Course Blueprint!
It’s incredibly helpful to have a visual guide that integrates all the resources and tools covered in the Azure courses. The ability to filter layers and focus on specific segments is a fantastic feature. This will undoubtedly enhance the learning experience for both students and trainers.
Great work, Ilan!- Ilan_NyskaThank you so much for your kind words! I’m thrilled to hear that you found the Course Blueprint helpful. Your feedback is appreciated and motivates me to continue improving our resources. Thanks again!
- Superb work Ilan! I am a huge fan of MindMaps and this blueprint represents a friendly Mind Map with resources and icons which facilitates the understanding and help students and instructors! If you need any help please do let me know.
Huge Kudos to you!- Ilan_Nyska
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm happy to hear that you found the Course Blueprints helpful. Your support means a lot to the initiative.
- That's a great resource.
Thank you for sharing.- Ilan_NyskaThanks, Luigi, for the words of support.
- Do you have blueprint for AZ-305?
- Ilan_NyskaYes, it's available now.
- Ilan_Nyska, It looks like another magnum opus from Quentin Tarantino. Great work.
- Kudos on the fantastic delivery! Your sharing has enriched my understanding.
- Ilan_NyskaThank you for the feedback!
ajitjawaleThank you @llan_Nyska for sharing wonderful article.
- Ilan_Nyska
You're welcome! I'm glad you found the article on Course Blueprints helpful. Stay tuned for more updates!
