COURSE DESCRIPTION: 
Introduction to the Windows Server line of network operating systems. Topics include installation, file systems, networking, directory services, file and printer sharing, and security. Extensive hands-on exercises with realistic scenarios to help students apply new concepts and sharpen problem-solving skills. Prerequisite: CNT 100 or CNT 110 or CNT 115.

COURSE CONTENT:
1. Windows Server introduction
2. Windows Server installation
3. Windows Server environment
4. Directory services
5. Resource access
6. Data storage
7. Networking
8. Securing Windows Server

LEARNING OUTCOMES:
1. Describe the Windows Server family of products and define system requirements for each. (1)
2. Install Windows Server and describe the options and requirements for installing Windows Server. (2)
3. Configure the server environment. (3)
4. Install and configure Windows directory services. (4)
5. Manage access to resources. (5)
6. Manage and configure data storage. (6)
7. Configure and troubleshoot Windows network protocols and services. (7)
8. Configure server security. (8)

REQUIRED ASSESSMENT: 1. Cisco Academy on-line chapter exams and final exam. Cisco Academy skills final exam.

3.000 Credit hours
2.000 Lecture hours
3.000 Lab hours

Levels: Credit
Schedule Types: Lecture/Lab, Spring and Fall

Prerequisites:
(Credit level CNT 100 Minimum Grade of C or Credit level CNT 110 Minimum Grade of C or Credit level CNT 115 Minimum Grade of C)

Comp Tech & Instruct Support Division
Computer Networking Technology Department