MCSA Windows Server 2016
Contact Hours: 120 (an estimated time frame devoted to a course of study from start to finish that can vary from student to student)
Prove your mastery of the primary set of Windows Server 2016 skills required to reduce IT costs and deliver more business value. Earning an MCSA: Windows Server 2016 certification qualifies you for a position as a network or computer systems administrator or as a computer network specialist, and it is the first step on your path to becoming a Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE).
This program contains the following courses:
Microsoft 70-740 Installation, Storage & Compute with Windows Server 2016 - Installation, Storage and Compute is the first of a series of courses and exams designed to achieve the MCSA certification in Windows Server 2016. We will cover installation of Windows Server through standard manual means and image based installations discussing various requirements and different versions. In addition we will cover the multiple administrative tools that are available. Windows Server 2016 supports several types of storage and introduces new features and enhancements to features such as Storage Spaces and Data Deduplication. We will also discuss the connections of Windows Server 2016 physical and virtual machines to iSCSI and Fibre Channel SANs. Hyper-V, the virtualization platform in Windows Server 2016, has undergone various changes and enhancements such as PowerShell Direct, Nested Virtualization, and Shielded virtualization which will be discussed along with general configuration and management of virtual machines. We will also cover a new style of virtualization possible in Windows Server 2016 known as Containers. We will consider and configure various types high availability and disaster recovery that are available in Windows. In addition we will discuss the importance of patch management and monitoring and the various tools that are available in order to ensure the ongoing efficiency of Windows Server 2016
Microsoft 70-741: MSCA Networking with Windows Server 2016 - Networking with Windows Server 2016 is the 2nd course in the MCSA certification for Windows Server 2016. This course will cover all the major aspects of a network running this operating system. From planning and implementing IPv4 and IPv6 addressing schemes, troubleshooting client and server connectivity to name resolution with the Domain Name System and assignment of IP addresses using Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. This course also covers various types of remote access capabilities that are supported in Windows SErver 2016 such as Virtual Private Networks, the Web Application Proxy and the DirectAccess alternative to remote access. We will also cover options that are available to optimize branch office scenarios such as BranchCache, Read Only Domain Controllers, and the Distributed File System. Additionally we will cover advanced networking features which are new and improved in Windows Server 2016
Microsoft 70-742: Identity in Windows Server 2016 - Identity in Windows Server 2016 is the 3rd course towards the MCSA 2016 certification. This course covers Active Directory Domain services the primary identity management platform for Windows Networks. Learn how to deploy domain controllers, manage various Active Directory objects, secure your network and manage it centrally using Group Policy. You will also learn how to connect your internal Active Directory to cloud based solutions such as Office 365 and Azure AD along with the establishment of complex AD DS internal infrastructures.
Those seeking advanced training in Windows Server 2016 and pursuing the MCSA or MCSE IT certifications. The 70-742 is the second of three required exams covering various topics in Windows Server 2016 for the MCSA certification.
Please note: Course of study may be completed earlier than indicated.
Upon successful completion, students will be prepared to sit for the following exams: Microsoft 70-740 Installation, Storage & Compute with Windows Server 2016, Microsoft 70-741: MSCA Networking with Windows Server 2016, Microsoft 70-742: Identity in Windows Server 2016
Expert Instructor-Led Video Training - Working with only the industry’s finest instructors in the IT industry, they have a minimum of 15 years real-world experience and are subject matter experts in their fields. Unlike a live class, you can fast-forward, repeat or rewind all your lectures. This creates a personal learning experience and gives you all the benefit of hands-on training with the flexibility of doing it around your schedule 24/7.
Visual Demonstrations & Multimedia Presentations - Our courseware includes instructor-led demonstrations and visual presentations that allow students to develop their skills based on real world scenarios explained by the instructor. We always focus on real world scenarios and skill-set development.
Quizzes & Exam Simulators - The custom practice exams prepare you for your exams differently and more effectively than the traditional exam preps on the market. You will have practice quizzes after each module to ensure you are confident on the topic you have completed before proceeding. This will allow you to gauge your effectiveness before moving to the next module in your course. These courses also include practice exams designed to replicate and mirror the environment in the testing center. These exams are on average 100 questions to ensure you are 100% prepared before taking your certification exam.
Courses in this program:
All training is delivered online; no additional purchase required.