IT Administrator (MCTS)
(8 months)

Benefits of MCTS Certification
As a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) you will obtain the knowledge and skills to successfully implement, manage, and troubleshoot the ongoing needs of Microsoft Windows Server 2008 based operating environments.

MCTS Certification Requirements:
Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) candidates on the Microsoft Windows Server 2008 track are required to satisfy the following requirements:

A+ Hardware & Software:
This section is designed to introduce you to computer hardware and computer software with the aim to equip you with the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to repair, maintain, troubleshoot and upgrade personal computers. 

Exam 70- 680 - Windows 7

• Installing and upgrading Windows 7
• Configuring and troubleshooting Post-installation system settings
  
• Configuring Windows security features
• Configuring network connectivity
• Configuring applications included with Windows 7
• Maintaining and optimising systems that run Windows 7
• Configuring and troubleshooting mobile computing

Exam 70-640 - Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring

• Configuring Domain Name System (DNS) for Active Directory
• Configuring the Active Directory infrastructure
• Configuring additional Active Directory server roles
• Creating and maintaining Active Directory objects
• Maintaining the Active Directory environment
• Configuring Active Directory Certificate Services

Exam 70-642 - Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, Configuring

• Configuring IP Addressing and Services
• Configuring Name Resolution
• Configuring Network Access
• Configuring File and Print Services
• Monitoring and Managing a Network Infrastructure

Exam 70-643 - Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure, Configuring

• Deploying Servers Configuring
• Terminal Services
• Configuring a Web Services Infrastructure
• Configuring Network Application Services
  

Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to this course.  Some experience in the computer industry is advised, but this is not a prerequisite. This course contains a large amount of practical, therefore a personal computer is imperative. Should the candidate not have a computer at home, a new computer or laptop can be purchased from IIT, either cash payment or in terms.

Course Duration:
8 months