NWCCD 2017-18 Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
NWCCD 2017-18 Catalog [This is an Archived Catalog.]

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MSFT 2645 - Selected Topics in Network Administration


This course provides students an opportunity to explore current technology topics such the adoption of cloud technologies, increasing data center virtualization as well as further their understanding of structured cabling systems and external communication infrastructure systems.  Additionally, students study the elements of planning and executing a small-to medium-sized technology/IT project. This course is designed to prepare students to support new technologies predominate in today’s information technology center and provide a fundamental understanding of project management. 

Prerequisites:
MSFT 1520 Windows Server Networking with a C or better or instructor consent

Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of MSFT 2645 Selected Topics in Network Administration, the student will:

  1. discuss the benefits and concerns related to cloud technologies such as Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS).
  2. identify criteria for cloud deployment model selection.
  3. apply best practices for cloud adoption and migration including security risk mitigation.
  4. discuss the benefits of server, network and desktop virtualization.
  5. outline the VMware vSphere installation and configuration process.
  6. demonstrate virtualized server and desktop configuration for various operating systems.
  7. reconstruct the virtualized environment management using VMware vCenter Server.
  8. identify the elements of a structured cabling system.
  9. evaluate criteria for selecting an appropriate WAN connectivity solution to meet business needs.
  10. apply infrastructure testing, problem isolation and resolution processes to resolve connectivity issues.
  11. model the key elements of a technology/IT project planning.
  12. list the phases of project management.
  13. compose project artifacts to communicate status.
  14. describe an effective issues management process.


Credits: 3

Instructional Method Lecture

Contact Hours: 3 hours/week



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