Training AWS Direct Connect - Guaranteed Bandwidth

Specialist course · Minimum level required

$7,875

  • 5 days
  • Remote
  • 10 people max.
Ref: NRV527
10 people max.
$7,875
In-company rate: from $14,175 for the whole teamExpertise rate: $1,575 per day, reflecting the difficulty levelAWS, Azure or OVH infrastructure: from $158 / day extra
On-site and certification exam on quote
5 days
Remote

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Why this program matters

  • Without this upskilling, your team accumulates a technological gap that translates directly into productivity loss.

  • Organizations that don't train their talents on key topics see their competitiveness drop.

  • Every quarter without training is a gap widening with competitors who invest.

  • The cost of inaction quickly exceeds that of well-targeted training.

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AWS Direct Connect training objectives

  • Master AWS Direct Connect to choose between dedicated and hosted connections based on throughput and provisioning lead time.
  • Design a redundant architecture covering router, site, and carrier failures.
  • Configure private, public, and transit virtual interfaces in a live environment.
  • Master BGP routing, local preferences, and equal-cost multipath load balancing.
  • Compare the total cost of a dedicated link versus an encrypted internet tunnel.
  • Verify traffic flows and latency by analyzing real traffic on each deployed topology.

Program

AWS Direct Connect curriculum: 5 modules over 5 days

Module 1 : Selecting and Ordering the Connection (AWS Direct Connect Console)

Analyze bandwidth and latency requirements. Compare dedicated versus hosted options. Calculate provisioning lead times and project schedule impact. Hands-on exercise selecting ports and locations with monthly cost calculations. Review of SLA terms and associated penalties.

Module 2 : Designing Redundancy (AWS Direct Connect, Transit Gateway)

Study router, site, and carrier failure scenarios. Design a multi-region architecture with diverse links. Deploy Transit Gateway to aggregate connections. Perform failover tests and validate convergence times. Deliverable: complete redundancy diagram.

Module 3 : Configuring Virtual Interfaces (Private and Public VIFs)

Create and configure private, public, and transit VIFs. Assign VLANs and BGP addresses. Integrate with existing VPCs. Verify advertised and received routes. Practical lab on test environments with routing table analysis.

Module 4 : Mastering BGP Routing and Load Balancing

Configure BGP sessions and preference attributes. Implement load balancing and failover. Analyze communities and route filters. Simulate failures with Wireshark to observe convergence. Optimize costs through prefix selection.

Module 5 : Cost Analysis and VPN Comparison

Calculate full data transfer costs for the chosen topology. Compare with IPsec tunnels over the internet. Measure real-world latency and jitter. Review monitoring and alerting best practices. Summary and production migration action plan.

How AWS Direct Connect skills are assessed

  • Daily multiple-choice quizzes to validate learning
  • Hands-on exercises deploying and testing traffic flows
  • Presentation of the final architecture diagram to the group

How the AWS Direct Connect course is taught

  • Whiteboard sketches of each architecture before deployment
  • Real traffic analysis with Wireshark on every link
  • Systematic calculation of data transfer costs
  • Real-world case studies drawn from client cloud migration projects

AWS Direct Connect training: access and practical arrangements

The Training AWS Direct Connect - Guaranteed Bandwidth program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training AWS Direct Connect - Guaranteed Bandwidth program, the following equipment is required:

  • Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
  • Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
  • Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
  • Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training AWS Direct Connect - Guaranteed Bandwidth program is performed through:

  • During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
  • End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
  • After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

How Learni guarantees the quality of your AWS Direct Connect training

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

  • Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
  • Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.
Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

  • Live briefing on goals and team context.
  • Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

  • Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
  • Program co-written then validated by your team.
Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

  • NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
  • Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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FAQ

AWS Direct Connect: frequently asked questions

Which tools are used in AWS Direct Connect training?+
Hands-on work runs on AWS Direct Connect Console, AWS Direct Connect, transit Gateway, private and public VIFs. Those tools come from the AWS Direct Connect program itself, delivered remotely over 5 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.
What can participants do after AWS Direct Connect training?+
They can master AWS Direct Connect to choose between dedicated and hosted connections based on throughput and provisioning lead time, design a redundant architecture covering router, site, and carrier failures and configure private, public, and transit virtual interfaces in a live environment. Those are the stated objectives of the AWS Direct Connect program at Advanced level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the AWS Direct Connect program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: Selecting and Ordering the Connection (AWS Direct Connect Console). Day 2: Designing Redundancy (AWS Direct Connect, Transit Gateway). Day 3: Configuring Virtual Interfaces (Private and Public VIFs). Day 4: Mastering BGP Routing and Load Balancing. Day 5: Cost Analysis and VPN Comparison. The AWS Direct Connect program runs over 5 days, delivered remotely.
How is AWS Direct Connect training assessed?+
Assessment relies on daily multiple-choice quizzes to validate learning, hands-on exercises deploying and testing traffic flows and presentation of the final architecture diagram to the group. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the AWS Direct Connect program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does AWS Direct Connect training cost per participant?+
AWS Direct Connect training costs $7,875 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $14,175 for the whole group, up to 8 people. AWS, Azure or OVH infrastructure is extra, from $158 per day. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does AWS Direct Connect training take?+
5 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for AWS Direct Connect training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before AWS Direct Connect training?+
Advanced knowledge of IP routing, BGP, and AWS VPC architectures, plus practical experience configuring production networks.
Is a certificate issued after AWS Direct Connect training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
Does Learni provide the equipment for AWS Direct Connect training?+
No. A computer and a stable internet connection are required for each participant. Learni provides the learning platform, the trainer and all course materials.
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