WSQ Fundamentals of server (SF) (Classroom and Asynchronous E-Learning)
About This Course
The "Fundamentals of Servers " module equips learners with the knowledge and skills to understand server administration and virtualization concepts. They will gain expertise in managing physical inventory, assets, and server hardware. Additionally, learners will acquire the ability to install and configure operating systems (OS) and effectively troubleshoot OS, application, and network configurations. The module also focuses on maintaining servers’ post-installation, ensuring data security.
Through practical projects, learners will develop their abilities as IT Support Associate. They will be responsible for tasks such as acquiring and configuring new servers, deploying monitoring servers to track IT infrastructure performance, and ensuring servers meet business needs by recommending appropriate server architecture, storage systems, and networking configurations. The projects also involve managing storage and networks, including creating RAID devices, configuring SMB shares, creating Bash scripts, configuring static addressing, and scanning the network.
Upon completion, learners will have a solid foundation in server fundamentals and the ability to effectively support server administration, storage management, network troubleshooting, and data security. They will be well-prepared to contribute to optimizing server performance, maintaining data integrity, and ensuring the smooth operation of an organization's IT infrastructure.
What You'll Learn
Instructional Units
1. Server administration and virtualization concepts.
2. Physical inventory, assets, and server hardware.
3. Install, and configure operating systems (OS) and storage management.
4. Troubleshoot OS, application, and network configuration.
5. Servers post installation and data security.
Outcomes- Knowledge:
By the end of this module, learners will be able to:
1. Explain the core concepts of server administration, including server roles, virtualization, and types of servers.
2. Identify different types of server hardware components and describe procedures for managing physical inventory and IT assets.
3. Describe operating system installation processes, configuration tasks, and storage management fundamentals.
4. Understand common troubleshooting approaches for OS, application, and network-related server issues.
5. Discuss post-installation server maintenance tasks with a focus on system updates, data security, and performance optimization.
Outcomes- Skills
By the end of this module, learners will be able to:
1. Install and configure server operating systems and storage devices based on organizational requirements.
2. Manage and troubleshoot hardware and software components of servers, ensuring optimal operation.
3. Deploy and configure virtualization solutions and high-availability setups.
4. Implement secure and efficient storage solutions and configure user access controls.
5. Create and run basic Bash scripts to automate server tasks and configure network settings for reliability and security.
Ability Statement
Learners will have the ability to support and maintain organizational server infrastructure by installing, configuring, and securing server environments, ensuring data availability and integrity, and optimizing system performance through effective troubleshooting and resource management.
Entry Requirements
Academic Qualification - Minimum one credit in N level
English Proficiency - Minimum IELTS 5.5 or its equivalent
Experience: Minimum computer / laptop operating skills such as sending mails, typing letters in word, basic excel.