Systems and Server Administration

Master the Essential Skills of Modern Server Management for Advanced IT Infrastructure

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Overview of Course

In the realm of IT infrastructure, efficient management of server environments is crucial for ensuring seamless operations and optimal performance. This Systems and Server Administration course is designed for you to master the intricacies of modern server environments. Ideal for aspiring IT professionals and seasoned experts alike.

Across eight immersive learning units, you’ll delve deep into modern server environments, learning essential concepts and hands-on skills crucial for success in the IT industry. Starting from the basics of server infrastructure, you will progress to hardware deployment, Active Directory management, and DNS integration and optimisation techniques.

To ensure that you are fully prepared, you’ll undergo both written and practical assessments to diagnose complex technical issues. Upon completion, you will have the skills to confidently tackle server administration tasks and drive efficiency within your organisation.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, trainees should be able to:

Explain the distinction between server and server/client concepts, including hardware selection, roles of server components, and comprehend the essentials of Active Directory, Domain Name System, Demilitarized Zone, Cloud Computing, and Virtualisation as integral parts of network infrastructure.
Select and install server hardware that includes deploying Windows Server through Hyper-V, and successfully executes a secondary installation of Windows Server in a virtual machine environment.
Set up Active Directory (AD) and effectively manage organisation units (OUs), users, and groups in it, including setting up a Read-Only Domain Controller (RODC) computer object, creating an HR organizational unit using Active Directory Users and Computers (ADUC), and establishing two global HR groups within this OU.
Set up and integrate Domain Name System (DNS), including configuring DNS zones, records, and conditional forwarding, installing Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), and implementing DHCP scopes, reservations, and failover mechanisms.

Who Should Attend

This course is tailored for IT professionals, network administrators, system engineers, and anyone aspiring to deepen their expertise in modern server administration. It is ideal for individuals looking to advance their careers by gaining comprehensive skills in managing and optimising server environments essential for organisational operations.

Prerequisites

To enrol in this course, you should possess the following:

Certificate in IT Infrastructure and Operations; OR
Mature candidates (≥ 30 years old with 8 years’ work experience in a digital marketing-related field); OR
Candidates with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis

Instructional Methods

Interactive Lecture & Demonstration
Group Discussions
Hands-on Labs & Practical Performance
Practical Application

Certification

Upon successful completion of the Systems and Server Administration course assessment, participants who have attended at least 75% of the course will receive a Certificate of Achievement by @ASK Training.

Course Curriculum

Topics

Introduction of Microsoft Server Environment
Server Installation – Requirement and Techniques
Deployment of Active Directory Domain Service (ADDS)
Deployment of DNS and DHCP
Deployment of disks, file system and storage space

Server Installation - Requirement and Techniques

Routing Protocols
Advanced Switching Concepts and Technologies
Virtual LANs (VLANs) and Trunking
Spanning Tree Protocols (STP, RSTP, MSTP)
Dynamic Routing and Route Redistribution
IPv6 Implementation
Hands-on Lab: Implementing Routing and Switching Protocols

Deployment of Active Directory Domain Service (ADDS)

Network Security Fundamental
Firewalls, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) 125
VPNs and Secure Access Control
Network Monitoring and Troubleshooting
Network Policies and Compliance
Hands-on Lab: Network Security

Deployment of DNS and DHCP

Design Complex Network Configurations
Securing Networks with Firewall and VPNs
Network Automation
Advanced Troubleshooting and Problem Solving
Real-world Network Scenarios

Deployment of Disks, File System and Storage Space

Design Complex Network Configurations
Securing Networks with Firewall and VPNs
Network Automation
Advanced Troubleshooting and Problem Solving
Real-world Network Scenarios

This course is part of the Advanced Certificate in Infocomm Technology – Infrastructure and Operations and SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP).

Fees and Subsidies

Introduction to Information Technology (IT) Course - Up to 90% SkillsFuture Singapore Funding Diagram

*Eligible for Singaporean Citizens, Permanent Residents, and Long-Term Visit Pass Plus Holders

Course Fee:
S$1,700 (exclusive of 9% GST)

Course Fee After Eligible SSG Subsidies:
From S$215.90 (inclusive of 9% GST) after 90% SSG Subsidies

Learners

Singaporean Citizens ≥ 40 years old

S$215.90 (after SSG 90% Funding)

SkillsFuture Credits can be used on top of existing subsidies

Singaporean Citizens, PRs or LTVP+ Holders ≥ 21 years old

S$555.90 (after SSG 70% Funding)

For Singapore Citizens learners aged ≥ 25 years old SkillsFuture Credits can be used on top of existing subsidies.

For Singapore Citizens aged 21-31 Post Secondary Education Account Funds can be used.

Learners	SMEs	Non-SMEs
Singaporean Citizens ≥ 40 years old	–	S$215.90 (after SSG 90% Funding)
Singaporean Citizens, PRs or LTVP+ Holders ≥ 21 years old	S$215.90 (after SSG 90% Funding)	S$555.90 (after SSG 70% Funding)

All prices are inclusive of 9% GST.

Course Schedule

JTC Summit

Course Duration:
6 Days (9am - 6pm)

Course Schedule:

29-31 July, 01,02 & 08 Aug (Weekdays)
02-04, 09-11 Sep (Weekdays)
07-08, 14-15, 21-22 Sep (Weekends)

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