Course: Administering Windows Desktop
Course Description
This course includes advanced administration of Windows Professional. It will include installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Workstations as well as hardware considerations and network configuration. Prepares student for exams such as Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), which is one exam in the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification.
Certificate
Completion of this course certifies proficient advanced Windows administration skills based on a score of 80% or higher on competency exams. A Certificate of Skill Competence is available upon request.
This course fulfills requirements for the following Programs:
• Information Technology - Networking (elective)
• Network Associate (MCP) (elective)
• Network Administrator (MCSA)
Competencies (skills you will learn)
• Install Windows Professional
• Implement, manage, and troubleshoot network resources
• Monitor and optimize system performance and reliability
• Configure and troubleshoot the desktop environment
• Implement, monitor, and troubleshoot security
Course Structure
This is a competency-based course offered in open-entry/open-exit format.
Course Length
The estimated length of this course is 90 hours. Actual course length will depend upon your schedule and your ability to master the subject material.
Admission Requirements
There are no specific requirements to take this course. However, courses in the Information Technology Programs are to be taken in order. The course list can be found on the information sheet for each program or by contacting Student Services.
Textbooks & Materials
70-270: MCSE Guide to MS Windows XP Professional - required
ISBN:9780619217518
Price:$102.75
70-620: MCTS Guide to MS Windows Vista - required
ISBN:9781418837266
Price:$106.25
Check the Bookstore for current textbook prices.
Course Location and Schedule
TATC Campus
66 W. Vine Street,
Tooele
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday & Wednesday
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Tuesday & Thursday
Tuition and Fees
Tuition is based on the number of enrolled classroom hours. High school students are exempt from tuition, but are responsible for course and program fees and the cost of textbooks. Please visit the Tuition pages of this web site or contact Student Services for current tuition and fee information. This course does not have an individual course fee, but please see the information sheet for your desired program for estimated total program tuition and fee costs.
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