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CSTP 1203: Introduction to Server Administration
Effective date
September 2019
Department
Computer Systems Tech Diploma
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
In this course students will install and configure Windows Server 2016 for use as a network operating system. Learners will install and configure basic network services such as Active Directory, Domain Name Services (DNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) services and virtualization.
Credits
2.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
CSTP 1104 Computer Systems Administration
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Install network software
- Configure basic network services
- Manage remote management
- Manage server virtualization
- Manage adapter configurations
- Manage Active Directory
- Manage network security
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 15
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 25
Total Hours: 40
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 25
Total Hours: 40
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include classroom lectures, demonstrations, group discussions, computer lab and
hands-on practical work.
hands-on practical work.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
25 |
|
|
Midterm Exam |
25 |
|
|
Final Exam |
30 |
|
|
Lab Work |
20 |
|
Course topics
- Network software installation
- Basic network services
- Server virtualization
- Adapter configurations
- Active directory
- Network security
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.