Description

This program will provide you with the skills needed to acquire entry-level employment in the field of network administration. The emphasis is on hands-on network administration and is supported by relevant theory in addition to the technical skills that make up the core of the program. After successfully completing this program, you’ll be prepared to take the MCAS series of exams, and you can seek employment as a computer technician, systems support specialist, or network administrator.

NOTE: 2000 version also available

Upon successful completion of this program, you’ll be able to:

• Identify the tasks involved in supporting Windows 2003 networks
• Understand how networking concepts are implemented in Windows 2003
• Configure Microsoft Windows 2003 Professional on stand-alone computers and on client computers that are part of a workgroup or domain
• Install and configure Windows 2003 Server
• Install, configure, manage, and support a network infrastructure that uses Microsoft Windows 2003 server
• Gain skills needed to create a networking services infrastructure design that supports the required network applications
• Learn network solution technologies including DHCP, IP, OSPF, RIP, and IGMP
• Gain the knowledge and skills needed to design a security framework for small, medium, and enterprise networks by using Microsoft Windows 2003 technologies

You’ll also be prepared to take these Microsoft exams :

• 70-290: Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment
• 70-291: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
• 70-270: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional
• 70-284: Implementing and Managing Microsoft Exchange Server 2003

Outline

Microsoft Windows XP Professional Administration and Maintenance (NGMS2272)

1. Windows XP Installation
2. Windows XP Installation Automated
3. Hardware Configuration
4. Disk Management
5. File System Configuration and Management
6. Troubleshooting and Disaster Recovery
7. Desktop Configuration
8. TCP/IP Addressing Configuration and Name Resolution
9. Windows XP Configuration in Microsoft Network
10. Remote User Management
11. Mobile Computer Management
12. System Resource and Performance Monitoring 

Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment Management and Maintenance (NGMS2273)

1. An Overview of Account and Resource Administration
2. User and Computer Account Management
3. Group Management
4. Resource Access Management
5. Printer Implementation
6. Printer Management
7. Object Access Management
8. Group Policy Implementation
9. Group Policy Management
10. Administrative Templates and Audit Policy Implementation
11. Server Administration Preparation
12. Server Performance Monitoring Preparation
13. Server Performance
14. Device Driver
15. Disk Management
16. Data Storage Management
17. Disaster Recovery
18. Software Maintenance Using the Software Update Service

Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Services Management (NGMS2276-7)

1. Introducing the TCP/IP Protocol
2. Assigning IP Addresses in a Multiple Subnet
3. Configuring a Client IP Address
4. Configuring a Client for Name Resolution
5. Isolating Common Connectivity Issues
6. Using Routing and Remote Access to Configure Routing
7. Using Dynamic Host configuration Protocol to Allocate IP Addresses
8. Managing and Monitoring Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
9. Name Resolution
10. Host Name Resolution Using Domain Name System (DNS)
11. Domain Name System (DNS) Management and Monitoring
12. NetBIOS Name Resolution Using Windows Internet Name Service (WINS)
13. Using IPSec and Certificates to Secure Network Traffic
14. Network Access Configuration
15. Network Access Management and Monitoring

Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 Administration and Maintenance (NGMS2400)

1. Installation and Upgrading
2. Configuration and Management
3. Security
4. Recipient Management
5. Public Folder Management
6. Address List Management
7. Using Internet Protocols to Implement and Manage Client Access
8. Client Configuration and Connectivity Management
9. Routing Management
10. Management of Mobile Devices
11. Data Storage and Hardware Management
12. Disaster Recovery
13. Maintaining your Exchange Server 2003
14. Migrating to Exchange 2003 from Exchange 5.5

Demo

Please note that this demonstration only works on Internet Explorer.

Additional Info

Languages

English

Course Length

440.00 hours

Duration of Access

When you enroll in the program, you’re given a year to complete it. If you need more time, you’ll receive a six-month extension at no charge. If you require another extension beyond the free six-month extension, you can pay a $200.00 U.S. (licensing fee) to Gatlin International for an additional 12-month extension. These extensions will be consecutive (one after the other), so if you step away from the program and come back ready to resume your education, you may do so after paying the licensing fee. This fee may change from one year to the next. Please don’t request an extension until you’ve almost run out of time (determined by end date). This way, you have the option of stepping away from the program for a while if needed, and upon returning, you may catch up, use the free extension, or pay for an additional license in order to complete the program.

Instructor

Chris Lobban has industry experience with an extensive assortment of hardware and software solutions. Before starting at Academy of Learning, he worked both in a help desk environment and as a quality assurance analyst, where he had to deal with a wide array of different hardware requirements, operating systems, and computer programs every day. This broad experience base, as well as his formal training as a computer networking and technical support specialist from Seneca College, gives him the training and experience needed to provide support to his students. Chris has also certified his experience by earning the CompTIA A+ IT Technician, Network+, Server+, and Security+ credentials, as well as the Microsoft MCSE (Windows Server 2003), MCSA (Windows Server 2003), and MCDST (Windows XP) credentials.

Prerequisites/Audience

An MCSA candidate should have six to 12 months of experience working with a desktop operating system, a network operating system, and an existing network infrastructure or be CompTIA certified for A+ and Network+.

Requirements/Materials Included

This program is compatible with the Windows Vista operating system.

We highly recommend that you have a high-speed Internet connection (DSL or cable).

You’ll need to download the following software:

• Adobe Acrobat Reader version 5
• Excel Viewer
• Internet Explorer 6
• WindowsMedia Player 7.1 for Windows 98, Windows 2000, and Windows Me
• RealOne Player
• PowerPoint Viewer
• Word Viewer
• WinZip 8
• Programs are only compatible with Microsoft operating systems and Internet Explorer.

Minimum Hardware Requirements:

• Monitor: 15" Super VGA Monitor (17" is best)
• Processor: Pentium 300 or better
• Network Adapter: 10 base T
• RAM: At least 128MB
• Hard Drive: At least 4 GB
• CD Drive: CD-ROM drive (24x or greater)
• Sound Card: 16 Bit
• Video Adaptor: At least 8MB
• Sound: Headset (a microphone is optional)
• Screen Resolution: 800 x 600 true color (1024 x 768 is best)
• Operating System: Windows 98 or Windows 2000 Professional
• Internet Connection: cable modem or DSL

The materials included with this program are:

• Microsoft official curriculum textbooks
• 120-day evaluation copy of Microsoft Windows 2003 Server and Windows 2003 Professional Software
• Access to an online IT library