CompTIA Server+

Overview

The CompTIA Server+ course at CTS College is a comprehensive training program designed to prepare students to become Server+ certified. In today's rapidly evolving IT landscape, servers play a critical role in supporting business operations, and having competent server professionals is essential. This course covers a range of topics, including server architecture, storage, security, networking and troubleshooting.

Participants will engage in hands-on activities, simulations and exercises to enhance their server-related competencies. Whether aspiring IT professionals or experienced practitioners seeking to validate their skills, this course prepares individuals for the CompTIA Server+ certification exam, ensuring they are well-versed in the best practices for server management and maintenance.

Benefits

Upon completion of this programme, students would be able to:

• Examine server fundamentals
• Identify the hardware components of a server
• Describe the features of server software
• Examine the various types of storage systems used in servers
• Install hardware components on a server
• Configure servers
• Examine the issues in upgrading server components
• Identify some of the industry's best practices for deploying a servers and the various strategies of securing, accessing and remotely managing server hardware
• Troubleshoot servers
• Describe disaster recovery concepts and techniques

Features

Below are some of the main features of this course:

• Short duration - can be completed in only 7 weeks with 1 class
• Competitive rates with flexible payment plans
• Experienced lecturer with excellent student support
• Online classes which are also recorded for further review
• Support group via WhatsApp with the lecturer, programme manager and students

Target Audience

This course is perfect for:

• Persons interested in becoming Server+ certified
• Network support technicians
• IT Professionals
• Persons interested in managing servers

Entry Requirements

No prior experience or qualifications are required for enrolment in this course – all are welcome to join and learn.

Course Content

The Server+ course at CTS College prepares students for the CompTIA Server+ certification and covers a range of topics, including:

1: Introduction to Servers

• Examine the network architecture
• Identify common server types and functions

2: Exploring the Server Hardware

• Identify server system board components
• Explore system processing core
• Explore server memory
• Examine server cooling and power systems

3: Introduction to Server Software

• Describe server software
• NOS management features
• NOS security features
• Network essentials for servers

4: Exploring the Server Storage System

• Examine storage devices used for servers
• Exploring IDE and SCSI
• Describe RAID
• Explore NAS implementations
• Explore SAN implementations

5: Installing the Server Hardware

• Identify the best practices in server hardware installation
• Install hardware components on a server
• Verify server installation
• Install a server in a network environment

6: Configuring Servers

• NOS installation and verification
• Install system monitoring agents and service tools
• Server configuration documentation

7: Examining the Issues in Upgrading Server Components

• Examine an upgrade checklist
• Examine the issues in upgrading server hardware
• Examine the issues in upgrading server software

8: Examining Servers in an IT Environment

• Industry best practices for server installation and maintenance
• Server security and access methods

9: Troubleshooting Servers

• Examine the troubleshooting theory and methodologies
• Troubleshoot server hardware problems
• Troubleshoot server software problems
• Troubleshoot server network problems
• Troubleshoot server storage device problems

10: Exploring Disaster Recovery Concepts and Methodologies

• Examine disaster recovery plans
• Implement disaster recovery methodologies
• Implement replication methods

Schedule

Course Offering

Day	Time	Duration	Contact Hours	Cost	Lecturer
Monday	06:00 pm to 09:00 pm	7 weeks	21 hours	$2,500.00	Mr. Glen Singh

*SPECIAL OFFER: Enroll in the Security+ and Server+ combo and get a discount of $1,000.00 (total cost is $4,000.00).

Session - Monday (06:00 pm to 09:00 pm)

Session	Start Date	End Date
2024 - Session 2 - Online Classes	Monday, September 30, 2024	Monday, November 11, 2024
2025 - Session 1 - Online Classes	Monday, March 31, 2025	Monday, May 12, 2025
2025 - Session 2 - Online Classes	Monday, July 28, 2025	Monday, September 8, 2025

Delivery Mode

Online Classes

This course will be delivered via live online classes. Students will be provided with a link to join the class as well as other relevant instructions at least one day before the start of each class. These classes are also recorded - therefore students have the option to review the course content as often as they like.

Additional Info

Assessment

In order to become Server+ certified by CompTIA, students must register for the Server+ Certification Exam at Pearson VUE and choose their date, time and location of choice for sitting the exam.

The CompTIA Server+ certification exam is targeted at IT professionals, network support technicians and server hardware specialists having 18 - 24 months of experience in the information technology industry and hands-on experience with the installation, configuration, diagnosis and troubleshooting of PC hardware.

Note: The cost of writing the Server+ exam by CompTIA is not included in this programme.

Certification

In order to receive the CTS College certificate of completion or participation for this course, students must attend a minimum of 75% of classes and pay any outstanding fees. Where applicable, students who do not meet the necessary assessment requirements, but attended the required amount of classes would receive a CTS College certificate of participation.

Certificates would be provided in digital format which would allow students to access, print and share their certificates 24/7 on demand. For more information on our digital certificates please click here.

Resources

CTS College will provide the following for this programme:

• CompTIA Server+ Complete Study Guide (digital format)
• Past Paper Exams

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Fees & Payment

Cost

This course is currently being offered at the discounted price of $2,500. In order to start the course, students must pay a minimum of 50% before the first class.

Payment Plans

Students can be given a payment plan where the initial downpayment is made, with an arrangement for the remaining balance to be paid over the duration of the course. Please feel free to contact us to discuss a payment plan customised for you.

Payment Methods

The following table shows the details for the 4 convenient ways to pay the CTS College fees for this programme:

Payment Method	Details
Linx	Paid at the Administration Office
Credit Card	Paid at the Administration Office
Cheque	Paid at the Administration Office Made Payable to CTS College
Online Bank Transfer	Paid via Online Banking Click to view full instructions »

Student Support

Facilitator

At CTS College, we believe in crafting an extraordinary student experience. This is why we have selected Mr. Kerwin Vialva to facilitate the CompTIA Server+ course. Mr. Vialva not only imparts knowledge, but creates a learning experience where students feel valued and appreciated. He is also committed to shaping a transformative learning journey and creating an educational adventure that goes beyond the ordinary.

Mr. Glen D. Singh, a distinguished cybersecurity author, lecturer and industry professional, specialises in cybersecurity operations, red teaming, blue teaming and enterprise networking. Armed with a Master of Science (MSc) in Cyber Security and multiple certifications from renowned bodies like EC-Council, Cisco and Check Point, Mr. Singh is a recognised expert in the field.

With a passion for teaching and mentoring, he generously imparts his extensive knowledge and experience through his role as an author. His authored books cover a spectrum of topics, including vulnerability discovery, threat detection, intrusion analysis, incident response, network security and enterprise networking. As an aspiring game changer, Mr. Singh is dedicated to elevating cybersecurity awareness in Trinidad and Tobago, reflecting his commitment to making a significant impact in the realm of cybersecurity.

Programme Management

The programme management team is responsible for the management of this course. If you would like further information or clarification on this programme please contact:

Mr. Matthew Christian
Programme Manager
Phone: (868) 720-2939 / (868) 740-9095

E-mail: Certificationshidden@CTSCollege.com