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ITOP 1103: Windows Server Fundamentals
Effective date
September 2021
Department
IT Operations
School
Continuing Studies
Description
In this course students will learn about the roles and features of a windows server, and will be introduced to network storage options as well as Active Directory components. In addition, students will gain an understanding of DNS and DHCP. This course builds on the concepts covered in Networking Fundamentals.
Credits
2.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
ITOP 1102.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Install and configure server roles and features
- Implement group policy in a Windows Server 2016 context
- Install Domain Name System (DNS) and Active Directory
- Design, install and maintain a Windows Server
- Perform back-ups and plan for disaster recovery
- Explain storage configuration
- Explain troubleshooting methodologies
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
Please see Program Content Guide.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 20
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 10
Total Hours: 30
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 10
Total Hours: 30
Instructional Strategies
This course will use a variety of hands on and scenario/simulation based learning activities to engage learners with content. For example, students will install a Windows server and add memory, roles, and features. They will use the Server to perform back-ups and restoration. Students will work in groups to work on scenarios and simulations, and to discuss troubleshooting methodologies.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
35 to 50 |
Five to ten quizzes in total; typically delivered at the beginning of each class. |
|
Lab Work |
10 |
In class lab-assignment |
|
Other |
10 |
Learning Journal |
|
Participation |
10 |
Measured through, but not limited to, the following: |
|
Final Exam |
20 to 35 |
|
Course topics
- Install and configure a Windows Server Roles, Services, and features Introduction to Active Directory, including group policy Monitoring performance and events Introduction to security File sharing File systems, including NTFS, EXT4 and erasure coding File system RAID levels Windows firewall Storage: Network Attached Storage, Storage Area Network (host bus adapters), Fibre channel Domain Name System (DNS) Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
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.