E031 is the four-unit capstone of the Azure version of WGU's Bachelor of Science, Cloud and Network Engineering. It has the same structure as the other capstones, with all tasks completed in a Microsoft Azure environment.
The guidebook says students choose from a fixed set of workplace tasks and submit them in a working, deployed environment. Tasks use either the Azure CLI or web-based tools and standard Azure platform components. An evaluator checks results by inspecting configurations or testing services.
In this program the capstone follows Azure Solutions Architecture, so the design thinking from that course carries straight over.
Course at a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| University | Western Governors University (WGU) |
| Course | E031, BSCNE-Azure Capstone Project |
| Competency units | 4 |
| Level | Undergraduate capstone |
| Program | BS Cloud and Network Engineering, Azure |
| Platform | Azure CLI or web-based tools and standard Azure components |
What E031 Covers
| Competency (WGU wording, summarized) | What it asks of you |
|---|---|
| Deploy a hybrid network environment combining an on-premises network and a cloud network in Azure | Build and connect both sides in Azure |
| Design a hybrid network environment in Azure | Plan ranges, connections and security |
| Troubleshoot connectivity within a hybrid network in Azure | Find and fix faults |
Key Concepts Explained
The Pieces of an Azure Network
A virtual network contains subnets. Gateways connect it to an on-premises network, network security groups filter traffic, and routing can be adjusted with custom route tables. Knowing which component controls which behavior is the heart of the troubleshooting competency.
Address Planning
Ranges at the on-premises and Azure ends must not overlap, and the gateway needs its own dedicated subnet. Planning this first avoids rebuilds.
Illustration: A virtual machine in an Azure subnet answers pings from other Azure machines but not from the office. The gateway connection shows connected. The network security group attached to the subnet allows the virtual network but not the office range. Adding a rule for the office range, with a clear name and the right direction, fixes it, and a ping and a service test confirm the result.
Recording Results
Keep a log of each test: what you ran, what you expected and what happened. It supports your design explanation and speeds up fault-finding.
Typical Assignments and How to Approach Them
| Task element | What it tests | How to approach it |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment | Working configuration | Build in stages and test after each stage |
| Design | Planning in Azure | Diagram ranges, subnets, gateways and filters |
| Troubleshooting | Systematic diagnosis | Check link, routes, filters and service in order |
Mapping Requirements to Components
Before building, map each requirement in your chosen task to the Azure component that will satisfy it. This prevents gaps and gives you a ready-made checklist for the final review.
| Requirement | Likely component | How you will prove it |
|---|---|---|
| Office reaches cloud servers | Gateway and routes | Connectivity test from the office range |
| Only approved traffic allowed | Network security groups | Test an allowed and a blocked case |
| Admin access controlled | Identity and role settings | Show who can do what |
Choosing and Scoping Your Task
Compare the available tasks with the rubric and choose the one you can complete and test thoroughly in Azure. Clarity and reliability matter more than size, since the evaluator will inspect and test what you have built.
Write a brief scope listing the virtual networks, address ranges, gateway, filtering rules and tests. Decide whether you will use the command line or the portal and stay consistent so your notes are easy to follow.
Before submission, confirm the environment is running, that your tests still pass and that no resource needed by the evaluator has been stopped or removed.
Weak and Strong Troubleshooting Notes
The way you write up a fault shows whether you used a method.
| Weak | Stronger |
|---|---|
| The connection failed, so I recreated the gateway. | The gateway showed connected, but the office could not reach the virtual machine. The network security group lacked a rule for the office range. I added an inbound rule with a clear name, then confirmed with a connection test. |
Recreating a gateway is slow and rarely needed; the stronger note shows a faster, evidence-led route to the cause.
Final Review Before You Submit
Run a last pass as if you were the evaluator. Sign in fresh, follow your own notes and check that each requirement can be demonstrated in a minute or two. If a step needs explanation, add it to your documentation.
- All resources are running and named clearly.
- Gateway status, routes and filtering rules match your design.
- Your tests pass from a clean start.
- Every rubric line has matching evidence.
Where Students Get Stuck
- Gateway subnet mistakes. Plan the dedicated subnet early.
- Filter rule order. Rules are processed by priority, so a broad deny can hide an allow.
- Cost and clean-up. Monitor running resources.
- Thin evidence. Record tests and results as well as settings.
Study Tips for E031
- Review Azure Solutions Architecture notes before you start.
- Practice on a small network first.
- Use consistent names for resources.
- Re-run all tests after your final change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The guidebook lists 4.
Microsoft Azure, using the Azure CLI or web-based tools and standard platform components.
An evaluator inspects configurations or tests services in the working environment.
It has the same structure, with all work done in Azure.
None is stated in the course description.
Yes. We check structure and reasoning, but we do not access or build your environment.