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This MCSA (Microsoft Certified Systems Administration) course is an entry level qualification to prove you can successfully troubleshoot desktop environments
For this qualification, 3 Core and 1 Elective Microsoft Passes are required.
Understand the purpose and function of networking models Identify the seven layers of the OSI networking model Identify the Microsoft networking model Identify the four layers of the TCP/IP protocol suite Identify several application layer protocols of the TCP/IP protocol suite
IP Addressing and Routing - Duration 3 Hour(s)
Convert IP addresses to binary and to decimal Identify the network and host ID portions of an IP address based on address class Explain subnetting and subnet masking Perform bitwise ANDing Distinguish between static and dynamic routing table updates Explain the use of four commonly used routing utilities
Subnet Class A, B, and C networks Supernet a Class C network Make changes to the routing table Configure a static IP address Use alternate IP addressing configurations
The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) - Duration 5 Hour(s)
Explain the DHCP lease process Install DHCP service Create and configure different type of DHCP scopes List DHCP option types Create DHCP/BOOTP reservations Allocate IP addresses appropriately
Integrating and Troubleshooting DHCP - Duration 4 Hour(s)
Configure the DHCP Relay Agent Use DNS upgrading options Configure your RRAS server to use DHCP Integrate DHCP with Active Directory Disable APIPA Back up and restore a DHCP database
Windows Internet Name Server (WINS) - Duration 4 Hour(s)
Install and configure WINS Manage WINS records and its database Configure WINS replication Reconcile WINS records Backup and restore the WINS database
WINS Client and Interoperability and NetBIOS - Duration 4 Hour(s)
Configure network clients to support WINS either directly or through a WINS proxy agent Describe how WINS interoperates with DNS and DHCP Configure WINS with RRAS Describe the WINS browser list Describe the NetBIOS name registration and resolution processes Define NetBIOS concepts such as node types and LMHOSTS file
Domain Naming System Concepts - Duration 5 Hour(s)
Explain the function of DNS Describe the DNS namespace Create DNS zones and records Outline DNS server roles Manage record aging and scavenging Integrate Active Directory and DNS
The DNS Server - Duration 5 Hour(s)
Install DNS on a server Configure forward and reverse lookup zones Configure and manage DNS Monitor and troubleshoot DNS
Routing and Remote Access Service VPN Services - Duration 5 Hour(s)
Enable remote access on a VPN server Identify available authentication protocols Describe the process of tunnelling Configure a VPN server for remote access Configure a VPN client for remote access Create a VPN Gateway
Security Templates and Software Updates - Duration 3 Hour(s)
Implement secure network administration procedures Implement security baseline settings and audit security settings using security templates Install and configure the Software Update Service Install and configure Automatic Client Update Settings Support Legacy clients Install and configure WINS redundancy
Monitoring and Troubleshooting Network Activity - Duration 3 Hour(s)
Install and configure Network Monitor Use Network Monitor to troubleshoot network problems Identify network problems relating to Network Address Translation, name resolution, IP addressing, and IP security Troubleshoot IPSec connections using the IPSec Security Monitor
LAN Routing and Dial-Up Services - Duration 3 Hour(s)
Configure LAN routing Configure RRAS packet filters Configure a Windows Server 2003 Routing and Remote Access Service Configure a Routing and Remote RAS dial-up Gateway Configure wireless networking
LAN and Dial-Up Security - Duration 4 Hour(s)
Configure remote access policies Identify and describe the router protocols supported by Windows Server 2003 Enable and configure basic firewall support Enable and configure Network Address Translation (NAT) services Describe and configure ICMP router discovery Troubleshoot remote access client and server connections Configure Internet Authentication Services
Overview of Windows Server 2003 - Duration 4 Hour(s)
Identify and describe new or enhanced features of Windows 2003 Server Choose the correct edition of Windows 2003 Server for your needs Manage licensing and activation of Windows 2003 Server Install Windows 2003 Server on a new computer Upgrade an existing server to Windows 2003 Server
Managing Physical and Logical Disks - Duration 6 Hour(s)
Understand disk terminology and concepts Understand and manage physical and logical disks Optimise disk performance Understand and use remote storage Troubleshoot disks and volumes
Configuring, Monitoring, and Troubleshooting Server Hardware - Duration 4 Hour(s)
Understand server hardware vulnerabilities Install and configure server hardware devices Monitor server hardware Troubleshoot hardware devices
Managing User, Group, and Computer Accounts - Duration 7 Hour(s)
Understand security objects Use management tools Create and manage user accounts Create and manage group accounts Create and manage computer accounts
Managing Access to Resources - Duration 4 Hour(s)
Understand access control Understand and use access permissions Set user rights and privileges Troubleshoot access problems Use new command-line utilities to manage access control Use EFS encryption Implement a Public Key Infrastructure
Understand Windows Terminal Services Use Terminal Services components for remote administration Install and configure the terminal server role
Managing and Troubleshooting Terminal Services - Duration 3 Hour(s)
Use Terminal Services client tools Use Terminal Services administrative tools Troubleshoot Terminal Services
Server Management Tools - Duration 4 Hour(s)
Recognize types of management tools Manage your server remotely Use Emergency Management Services Manage printers and print queues Manage and troubleshooting services Use wizards to configure and manage your server
Managing Web Servers with IIS 6.0 - Duration 5 Hour(s)
Monitor performance Optimise servers for application performance Audit security events Use Event Viewer Use command line tools Use the shutdown event tracker
Monitoring Performance and Security - Duration 7 Hour(s)
Monitor performance Optimise servers for application performance Audit security events Use Event Viewer Use command line tools Use the shutdown event tracker
Planning Disaster Recovery - Duration 2 Hour(s)
Create a backup plan Create a system recovery plan
Implementing, Managing, and Troubleshooting Security Policies - Duration 2 Hour(s)
Develop a network security structure Use Active Directory Group Policy Objects, scripting, and command-line tools to apply security templates Configure auditing and logging based on computer roles Configure security templates
Network Communications Security and Patch Management - Duration 2 Hour(s)
Develop a network security structure Use Active Directory Group Policy Objects, scripting, and command-line tools to apply security templates Configure auditing and logging based on computer roles Configure security templates
PKI Administration and IPSec Troubleshooting - Duration 3 Hour(s)
Monitor IPSec polices Troubleshoot IPSec certificates Plan, build, and manage certification authority Archive and recover keys Back up, restore, and recover certificate authority
Planning and Implementing Security for Remote Users and Wireless Networks - Duration 2 Hour(s)
Deploy, manage, and configure SSL certificates Configure and troubleshoot VPN protocols Configure Group Policy wireless network settings Configure Windows XP and Windows 2000 client computers for wireless access
Installing, Upgrading, and Migrating to Windows 7 - Duration 1 Hour(s)
This course provides an overview of the process of moving to a Windows 7 system through installation or upgrade, including data migration.
Deploying Windows 7 - Duration 1 Hour(s)
This course discusses system deployment and imaging, and the various tools and methods used for each. capture system image, prepare system image for deployment and configure VHD
Configuring Hardware and Applications - Duration 1 Hour(s)
This course explains how to configure hardware and applications in the Windows 7 operating system. Configure: devices, application compatibility, restrictions and Internet Explorer.
This course discusses networking topics related to Windows 7, such as using Network and Sharing Centre in the Control Panel; troubleshooting; connecting to wireless networks; using Windows Firewall; and connecting to remote desktops. Configure: IPv4 and IPv6 settings, network settings, firewall and remote management.
Configuring Access to Resources - Duration 1 Hour(s)
This course explains how to configure access to resources in in Microsoft Windows 7. Configure: shared resources, file and folder access, user accounts, authorisation and authentication and Branch Cache.
Configuring Mobile Computing - Duration 1 Hour(s)
This course discusses the configuration of mobile computing and remote connections in Windows 7. This course includes information on BitLocker, BitLocker To Go, Trusted Platform Module (TPM), DirectAccess, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), Tablet PCs, and remote desktop.
Monitoring and Maintaining Systems that Run Windows 7 - Duration 1 Hour(s)
This course provides an overview on how to configure updates to Windows 7, manage disks, monitor systems and configure performance settings.
Configuring Backup and Recovery Options - Duration 1 Hour(s)
This course provides information on how to backup your system. It also describes how to recover your files and settings after a disaster.
Mock testing and practice exams 1, 2 & 3 - Duration 3 Hour(s)
This course presents questions that will help you prepare for the MCTS 70-680 exam. The feedback for each question provides in-depth background on the topic, including why each incorrect option was wrong and what to look for in correct answers.
Identify Windows Vista installation methods Check for and install Windows Vista fixes, patches, and service packs Upgrade Windows Vista to another version of Windows Vista Use the Windows Upgrade Advisor Activate and Repair a Windows Vista installation
Interface and Device Options - Duration 1 Hour(s)
Identify parts of the desktop used in Windows Vista Use the Control Panel to configure certain aspects of Windows Vista Load and manage device drivers List the requirements for Windows Aero Use the Ease of Access Centre to enable accessibility technology
Advanced Networking - Duration 1 Hour(s)
Define and use TCP/IP addressing Diagnose network problems Use a wireless connection and identify the technology and security associated with it Set up remote access through dial-up and broadband
NTFS Security Features and File Sharing - Duration 1 Hour(s)
List and describe the advantages and permissions of NTFS Configure NTFS permissions Encrypt files using the Encryption File System (EFS) Compress and share a folder using Windows Explorer
User Account Security - Duration 1 Hour(s)
Describe the difference between standard, administrator, and guest accounts Using the User Accounts console, create and manage users Describe the purpose of UAC and how it affects users using the computer Enable, disable, and configure UAC Configure legacy software to work with Windows Vista
Network Security - Duration 1 Hour(s)
List the symptoms of a system infected by spyware Configure a computer to resist spyware Given a computer with spyware, use Windows Defender to remove the spyware Use Software Explorer to configure items not loaded during startup Configure and use Windows Firewall to protect your computer from unauthorized access
Internet Explorer 7.0 - Duration 1 Hour(s)
Demonstrate how to zoom in and out within Internet Explorer Configure common Internet Explorer options Configure Internet Explorer security Enable Protected mode in Internet Explorer Configure RSS feeds for Internet Explorer
Maintenance and Optimization - Duration 1 Hour(s)
Use the Windows Reliability and Performance Monitor and Task Manager to identify bottlenecks Run Chkdsk and Disk Defragmenter to Optimise and verify the integrity of the drive Describe, enable, and configure ReadyBoost and ReadyDrive Run multiple troubleshooting tools and configure the paging file for optimum performance Use Event Viewer to view errors and warnings when troubleshooting a problem
Media Applications - Duration 1 Hour(s)
Configure your system, Windows Media Player, and Windows Media Centre to be as secure as possible Describe what a codec is and how it relates to Windows Media Player Describe what a region is and how it relates to Windows Media Player
Productivity Applications - Duration 1 Hour(s)
Use WordPad and Notepad to create and modify files Secure and access e-mail using Windows Mail Use Windows Calendar to organize appointments, set reminders, and set tasks Use Windows Fax and Scan to fax and scan documents Use Windows Meeting Space to conduct meetings and share documents during the meeting Configure the Windows Sidebar and its gadgets
Mobile Computers - Duration 1 Hour(s)
Configure Power Management to balance performance and battery life Use the battery meter to monitor power levels Use the Sync Center to synchronize offline files and connect mobile devices Describe the use and features of Presentation mode and Windows SideShow Configure Windows Vista to support Tablet PCs, including configuring flicks
Devise an installation plan for Windows XP Professional Perform an attended Windows XP Professional install Perform an unattended Windows XP Professional install Troubleshoot failed installations
Administering Resources - Duration 5 Hour(s)
Configure and manage compression and encryption for files and folders Configure file systems using FAT, FAT32, or NTFS Convert from one file system to another Control access to files and folders by using NTFS permissions Explain network printing under Windows XP Set up and manage a print server with Windows XP
Configuring Hardware - Duration 5 Hour(s)
Describe features of basic and dynamic storage View disk properties on local and remote computers Format disks and perform disk maintenance Manage removable media Install, configure, and manage input/output devices Troubleshoot hardware devices Update device drivers
Optimising the System - Duration 5 Hour(s)
Manage and troubleshoot driver signing Configure, manage, and troubleshoot the Task Scheduler Manage and troubleshoot the use and synchronisation of offline files Optimise and troubleshoot the performance of Windows XP Professional Manage hardware profiles Back up and recover system state and user data
Configuring the Desktop - Duration 3 Hour(s)
Configure and manage user profiles Configure support for multiple languages or multiple locations Manage applications using Windows Installer packages Configure and troubleshoot desktop settings Configure and troubleshoot fax support Configure and troubleshoot accessibility services
Networking the System - Duration 6 Hour(s)
Configure network components Connect to computers using dial-up networking Connect to shared resources on a Microsoft network Configure and troubleshoot the TCP/IP protocol
Securing the System - Duration 4 Hour(s)
Create and manage local user accounts Create and manage domain user accounts Create and manage group accounts Modify user rights for users and groups Encrypt data on a hard disk by using Encrypting File System (EFS) Implement, configure, manage, and troubleshoot local security policy Implement, configure, manage, and troubleshoot a security configuration
Qualifications
Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator
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Course Study Format
This course is delivered through online method. The course is available for you to complete at your convenience over a 12 month period.
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Study Hours
This is only an approximate figure and is dependent upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material.
Technical Requirements
Windows: Windows 98, 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7 – Acrobat Reader 4.0 and above
OR
Macintosh: Mac OS X, Mac OS 9.2 – Acrobat Reader 4.0 and above
An up to date internet browser such as Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, or Safari.
Internet connection (broadband recommended.)
Cost - Per Person
£ 1100 + VAT
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