PLA CompTIA Server+
E-Learning
The PLA CompTIA Server+ course is fully funded for those eligible for PLA funding.
As a CompTIA Server+ certified professional, you’ll be able to develop skills in installing and maintaining server hardware, server administration, security and disaster recovery, troubleshooting.
The CompTIA Server+ is a comprehensive e-learning programme including lessons and practical activities which you can revisit as often as required.
This certification provides job-ready skills that employers are looking for, helping you to fast-track your career in IT.
The programme requires approximately 36 hours, accessed flexibly in line with personal study patterns.
Delegates will have 6 months to complete from enrolment date
CompTIA Server+ (Including Exam)
Delivery Method: Self Study via E-Learning Platform
Learning Hours: Approximately 36 hours
Prerequisites: CompTIA recommends the equivalent to 2 years of hands-on experience working in a server environment.
Course Content Summary
Essential Tech for Multiple Environments
CompTIA Server+ covers essential hardware and software technologies including high availability, cloud computing and scripting.
Server Hardware Installation and Management
Physical hardware and storage
Server Administration
Physical hardware and storage
Security And Disaster Recovery
Physical and network data security techniques and disaster recovery and backup techniques
Troubleshooting
System hardware, software, connectivity, storage and security issues
E-Learning Syllabus
Lesson 1: Understanding Server Administration Concepts
Lesson 2: Understanding Virtualisation and Cloud Computing
Lesson 3: Understanding Physical and Network Security Concepts
Lesson 4: Managing Physical Assets
Lesson 5: Managing Server Hardware
Lesson 6: Configuring Storage Management
Lesson 7: Installing and Configuring an Operating System
Lesson 8: Troubleshooting OS, Application, and Network Configurations
Lesson 9: Managing Post-Installation Administrative Tasks
Lesson 10: Managing Data Security
Lesson 11: Managing Service and Data Availability
Lesson 12: Decommissioning Servers
Labs Included
Assisted Lab: Exploring the Lab Environment
Assisted Lab: Reporting Windows Server Specifications
Assisted Lab: Reporting Linux Server Specifications
Assisted Lab: Deploying a Hyper-V VM
Assisted Lab: Deploying a Docker Container
Assisted Lab: Auditing Network Services
Assisted Lab: Securing Network Traffic with IPSec
Assisted Lab: Managing System Inventories
Assisted Lab: Monitoring Performance in Windows
Assisted Lab: Monitoring Performance in Linux
APPLIED LAB: Deploying and Monitoring Servers
Assisted Lab: Managing Event Logs in Windows
Assisted Lab: Managing Event Logs in Linux
Assisted Lab: Configuring RAID Storage in Windows
Assisted Lab: Provisioning iSCSI Storage
Assisted Lab: Deploying a Linux Application Server
Assisted Lab: Configuring Volumes in Linux
Assisted Lab: Managing Network Configurations
Assisted Lab: Developing Network Documentation
Assisted Lab: Developing Administrative Bash Scripts
Assisted Lab: Developing Administrative PowerShell Scripts
APPLIED LAB: Managing Storage and Networks
Assisted Lab: Troubleshooting a Network Issue
Assisted Lab: Auditing Accounts and Permissions in Windows
Assisted Lab: Configuring Server Roles
Assisted Lab: Configuring Administrative Interfaces
Assisted Lab: Managing Virtual Memory
Assisted Lab: Configuring Group Policy Objects
Assisted Lab: Analysing Configuration Baselines
APPLIED LAB A: Troubleshooting Servers Scenario #1
APPLIED LAB B: Troubleshooting Servers Scenario #2
APPLIED LAB C: Troubleshooting Servers Scenario #3
Assisted Lab: Configuring EFS and BitLocker
Assisted Lab: Troubleshooting a Security Issue
Assisted Lab: Configuring Backup Solutions on Windows Server
Assisted Lab: Configuring Backup Solutions on Linux
Assisted Lab: Configuring a File Server Cluster
Assisted Lab: Decommissioning a Domain Controller
APPLIED LAB A: Troubleshooting Server Security Scenario #1
APPLIED LAB B: Troubleshooting Server Security Scenario #2
Exam Details
Exam Voucher
You will receive an exam voucher to undertake the Server+ (SK0-005) exam with Pearson Vue. The exam can be taken online or by registering to attend your nearest Pearson Vue testing centre (details available when booking with Pearson Vue)
CertMaster revision and test preparation
To prepare for your examination you will be provided access to the CompTia CertMaster platform which allows you to practice exam style questions and performance tasks and will provide insights into areas for review, revision and practice.
Exam
The exam is a combination of multiple choice and performance task based questions
A maximum of 90 questions to complete in 90 minutes
Pass mark is 750 out of a possible 900 marks
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