MCSA on Microsoft Windows 2003 Track

MCSA on Microsoft Windows 2003 Track

MCSA certification is a first step to getting a job as an IT specialist in a medium to large company, as a systems administrator, network administrator or IT engineer. The course is also a stepping stone on the way to the MCSE qualification, which is one of the most widely recognised technical qualifications in the industry.

The MCSA course is for those looking to succeed in an IT specialist role that demands skills in managing and troubleshooting network environments in the Windows operating system. Such jobs include systems or network administrator, network operations analyst, network technician, and technical support specialist.

You will learn how to implement, manage and maintain the often complex computing environment of companies operating on the Microsoft Windows Server 2003 platform. You will also learn how to configure, manage and troubleshoot on the Microsoft Windows XP operating system.

Entry Requirements

In order to successfully pass this course, you should have 6 to 12 months of experience administering client and network operating systems in environments that has:

  • 250 to 5,000+ users
  • Windows XP as a desktop operating system
  • Three or more physical locations
  • Three or more domain controllers
  • Network services and resources such as messaging, database, file and print, proxy server, firewall, Internet, intranet, remote access, and client computer management
  • Connectivity requirements such as connecting branch offices and individual users in remote locations to the corporate network and connecting corporate networks to the Internet

In addition, candidates must:

  • Have one year of experience implementing and administering any desktop operating system in a network environment
  • Have experience in supporting end users who run Microsoft XP in both a business and leisure environment
  • Be familiar with using Windows-included applications such as Internet Explorer and Office

Resolve issues by telephone, remote access or visiting an user's desktop.

Technical requirements

  • 600MHz Intel Pentium III processor or equivalent
  • Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows XP or Windows Vista
  • 128MB RAM (256MB RAM recommended)
  • 128MB available disc space
  • CD-ROM drive
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01SP2.
  • Internet connection required

Where will I go from here?

MCSA certification is a first step to getting a job as an IT specialist in a medium to large company, as a systems administrator, network administrator or IT engineer. The course is also a stepping stone on the way to the MCSE qualification, which is one of the most widely recognised technical qualifications in the industry.

What will I gain?

Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) on Microsoft Windows 2003 Track

Assessment

To earn the MCSA on Windows Server 2003 certification, you must pass four exams (in any order):

Two exams on networking systems:

  • 70-290 Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment
  • 70-291 Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure

One exam on client operating systems:

  • 70-270 Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional

or

  • 70-620 Configuring Microsoft Windows Vista Client

One elective exam:

  • 70-299 Implementing and Administering Security in a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network

or

  • 70-630 Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, Configuring

Please note that examination fees are additional to course fees.

All exams will take place at your local Authorised Prometric Test Centre.

What will I get?

  • Full online content via a learning portal
  • Access to a virtual bookshelf containing all the textbooks you might need during your studies
  • Access to all components of the courses from any PC with internet connection
  • Test-Preps. These consist of test questions at a level of difficulty similar to that of your qualifying exams.
  • They come with an test-mode option, which limits the time available to complete it, or in a study mode, which makes detailed feedback available to explain the right and wrong answers for every question
  • SkillSoft's mentors are available online 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year for the most popular certification exams to provide support, guidance and encouragement.
  • Other courses have mentors available online Monday to Friday, 2pm-10pm GMT
  • The support period is 12 months from the date of enrolment.

Study Period

12 months

Hours of study

160 hours

Support period

12 months

Course code

137

Course cost

£870.00

Additional fees

Please note that examination fees are additional to course fees.

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Key topics

  • Windows Server 2003: Basic Concepts
  • Windows Server 2003: Managing Users, Groups, and Computers
  • Windows Server 2003: Managing Resource Access
  • Windows Server 2003: Managing Hardware, Disks, and Logical Devices
  • Windows Server 2003: Managing the Server Environment
  • Windows Server 2003: Managing Hardware, Disks, and Logical Devices
  • Windows Server 2003: Managing the Server Environment
  • Windows Server 2003: Managing Disaster Recovery
  • Windows Server 2003: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining TCP/IP
  • Windows Server 2003: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining DHCP
  • Windows Server 2003: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining Name Resolution
  • Windows Server 2003: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining Network Security
  • Windows Server 2003: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining Remote Access
  • Windows Server 2003: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining Routing
  • Windows Server 2003: Maintaining a Network Infrastructure
  • Installing Windows XP Professional
  • Managing Files, Folders, and Devices in Microsoft Windows XP
  • System Reliability and the Desktop in Windows XP Professional
  • Networking Protocols and Services in Microsoft Windows XP
  • Backup and Security Settings in Microsoft Windows XP
  • Managing System Security in Windows Server 2003
  • Securing Access to Resources in Windows Server 2003
  • Securing Wireless and Remote Communications in Windows Server 2003
  • Managing IPSec in Windows Server 2003
  • Managing Certificates in Windows Server 2003
  • Installing SQL Server 2005
  • Configuring SQL Server 2005
  • Creating and Implementing Database Objects in SQL Server 2005
  • Retrieving Data and Running Queries in SQL Server 2005
  • SQL Server 2005 Messaging and Querying Tools
  • Managing and Maintaining SQL Server 2005 Databases
  • SQL Server 2005 Database Performance and Optimization
  • Monitoring and Diagnosing Database Problems in SQL Server 2005
  • SQL Server 2005 High Availability and Disaster Recovery
  • SQL Server 2005 Backup and RestoresWindows Server 2003: Managing Hardware, Disks, and Logical Devices
  • Windows Server 2003: Managing the Server Environment
  • Windows Server 2003: Managing Disaster Recovery
  • Windows Server 2003: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining TCP/IP
  • Windows Server 2003: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining DHCP
  • Windows Server 2003: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining Name Resolution
  • Windows Server 2003: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining Network Security
  • Windows Server 2003: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining Remote Access
  • Windows Server 2003: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining Routing
  • Windows Server 2003: Maintaining a Network Infrastructure
  • Installing Windows XP Professional
  • Managing Files, Folders, and Devices in Microsoft Windows XP
  • System Reliability and the Desktop in Windows XP Professional
  • Networking Protocols and Services in Microsoft Windows XP
  • Backup and Security Settings in Microsoft Windows XP
  • Managing System Security in Windows Server 2003
  • Securing Access to Resources in Windows Server 2003
  • Securing Wireless and Remote Communications in Windows Server 2003
  • Managing IPSec in Windows Server 2003
  • Managing Certificates in Windows Server 2003
  • Installing SQL Server 2005
  • Configuring SQL Server 2005
  • Creating and Implementing Database Objects in SQL Server 2005
  • Retrieving Data and Running Queries in SQL Server 2005
  • SQL Server 2005 Messaging and Querying Tools
  • Managing and Maintaining SQL Server 2005 Databases
  • SQL Server 2005 Database Performance and Optimization
  • Monitoring and Diagnosing Database Problems in SQL Server 2005
  • SQL Server 2005 High Availability and Disaster Recovery
  • SQL Server 2005 Backup and Restores

You can either pay for your course in full or opt for a monthly payment plan.

Course fee: £870.00 (excluding discounts)

Or speak to one of our course advisors now for payment plans.

Please remember that you will not be able to cancel your course once you have unsealed any supplied software or accessed any online courseware.

 

Please note that examination fees are additional to course fees.