CTS2346C - Server 2008 Administration

3 hours Lecture, 1 hour Lab, 3 credit(s)

Lower-Division College Credit

Prerequisite(s): CTS 2345C and CTS 1347C

Course Description:
This course focuses on the skills necessary to administer Windows Server 2008 and assumes the enrolling student has basic skills with Microsoft networking and Active Directory services. Topics covered include: Server 2008 deployment, installation of server roles, security, Distributed File System (DFS), server backups, restores, planning for business continuity, and troubleshooting hardware, software and networking issues. The course content prepares the student for Microsoft’s MCTS 70-646 exam.

Academic Dean’s Contact Information

LAKELAND DEAN’S OFFICE: LLC 2255 PHONE: (863) 297-1024
WINTER HAVEN DEAN’S OFFICE: WSC 101 PHONE: (863) 297-1020

Polk State College Mission and Outcomes

Polk State College is a quality-driven educational institution, providing access to affordable associate and baccalaureate degrees, career certificates, and workforce development programs, delivered by diverse, qualified faculty and staff who are committed to student learning and achievement through the consistent practice of collaboration and focus on excellence. In line with this purpose, Polk State College’s AS programs develop competence in career areas. A primary focus of this course is the development of competencies related to the following program learning outcome(s):

12. Demonstrate the skills needed to administer, maintain and troubleshoot Microsoft’s Server 2008 network operating system.
Course Objectives:

After completing this course, students will be able to:

Plan a Windows Server 2008 deployment
Plan and implement server commissionong and decommissioning for Windows Server 2008
Plan the installation of server roles for Widows Server 2008
Create a configuration change plan for Windows Server 2008
Plan and implement Windows Server 2008 security
Manage application versioning in Windows Server 2008
Plan for a high-availability Windows Server 2008 deployment
Plan a server update maintenance schedule for Windows Server 2008
Maintain a Distributed File System (DFS) in Windows Server 2008
Define server backup requirements and policies for Windows Server Backup
Plan and implement a Windows Server 2008 restore
Plan Windows Server 2008 monitoring
Troubleshoot hardware issues
Troubleshoot software issues
Troubleshoot network issues

Course Content:

This course covers the subject material and technical tasks listed below:
·         Planning for Server Deployment
        o    Plan server installations and upgrades
        o    Plan for automated server deployment
        o    Plan infrastructure services server roles
        o    Plan application servers and services
        o    Plan file and print server roles
·         Planning for Server Management
        o    Plan server management strategies
        o    Plan for delegated administration
        o    Plan and implement group policy strategy
·         Monitoring and Maintaining Servers
        o    Implement patch management strategy
        o    Monitor servers for performance evaluation and optimization
        o    Monitor and maintain security and policies
·         Planning Application and Data Provisioning
        o    Provision applications
        o    Provision data
·         Planning for Business Continuity and High Availability
        o    Plan storage
        o    Plan high availability
        o    Plan for backup and recovery

Textbook and Other Requirements

Textbook information is provided in the course syllabus, at the campus bookstore, and on the campus bookstore website at: www.efollett.com.

The Gordon Rule

This is not a Gordon Rule course.

Student Help

The professor is available for help during posted hours and by appointment during other non-class hours. Students are encouraged to seek assistance from the professor. To further the educational process, the campus Learning Resources Centers, comprised of the Teaching/Learning and Computing Center (TLCC) and library, are available for student use. Each resource provides qualified staff and up-to-date equipment and facilities to promote students’ academic success. The TLCC provides tutoring services, computing resources, and other instructional support. The library provides information resources, individual and group study space, research assistance, information literacy instruction, and computing resources. Each facility provides free wireless access to the Internet. Polk State College Library and TLCC hours of operation and tutoring schedules are posted at each facility and on the Polk State College website.

Withdrawing From a Course

Students may officially withdraw from course(s) during any given term, provided they follow the appropriate policy and procedure. Following the conclusion of the Drop/Add Period, a student may officially withdraw without academic penalty from any credit course, provided he or she has submitted the appropriate forms to the Student Services Office no later than the published deadline. The published deadline reflects approximately (but no more than) 70% of the term, based upon the course’s scheduled duration. It is the student’s responsibility to submit these withdrawal forms; failure to do so may result in a grade of F in the course. Under the Forgiveness Policy, a student is allowed only three attempts in any one course: one initial enrollment and two repeats. A student is not allowed to withdraw from a third course attempt. Limited admission programs may have specific guidelines regarding withdrawing from courses that vary from this policy. Please see the student handbook for that program for more information. If a student stops attending class, the grade earned, usually an F, is assigned and posted. Prior to withdrawing from a course, the student should consult with the Financial Aid Office to determine what impact, if any, withdrawal from the course will have on his or her financial aid status. A student cannot use course withdrawal to avoid academic dishonesty penalties. A student who has been penalized for academic dishonesty in a course is not eligible to withdraw from the course.

Repeating a Course

Under the Forgiveness Policy, a student is allowed only three attempts in any one college credit course: one initial enrollment and two repeats. Under certain circumstances, a student may petition to repeat a credit course beyond the three attempts. Limited admission programs may have specific guidelines regarding repeating courses that vary from this policy. Please see the student handbook for that program for more information. The student should be aware that repeating a course may result in a higher course cost. A course cannot be repeated unless the previously earned grade is a D, F, or W (the Polk State College Catalog provides further details regarding this process). Prior to repeating a course, the student should consult with the Financial Aid Office to determine what impact, if any, repeating the course will have on his or her financial aid status.

Academic Dishonesty

Each student is responsible for his or her work. It is assumed that each student is honest and will abide by this standard; however, in the event that there is an indication or suspicion of cheating/plagiarism, the situation shall be dealt with in accordance with the published College policy. Copies of this policy are available in the Student Services Office. Students should also refer to the course syllabus for more specific information.

Information Technology Access/Use Policy

All individuals who employ the information technology resources provided by Polk State College (this includes, but is not limited to, telephones, computers, the Polk State College Local Area and Wide Area Networks, and the Internet) must use these resources for academic purposes only. Use of these resources is a privilege, not a right. Inappropriate use can result in revocation or suspension of this privilege.

Equal Access/Opportunity

Polk State College is an equal access, equal opportunity institution committed to excellence through diversity in education. The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to applicants for admission to the College. Polk State College is committed to the equitable treatment of all students in a learning environment free of discrimination and harassment. Polk State College’s Equity Officer ensures compliance with federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination and sexual harassment. Students who believe they have been a victim of discrimination or sexual harassment should contact the Polk State College Equity Officer, Ms. Valparisa Baker, at 863-292-3602 or vbaker@polk.edu.

Equal Opportunity For Students With Disabilities

The College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and provides equal educational opportunity for qualified individuals. A student with a disability who requires special accommodations or auxiliary aids under The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the Student Services Office on either campus and speak with the Coordinator of Academic Advising.

Evaluative Criteria:

Final grades are determined through a weighted average of midterm and final examinations, quizzes, laboratory assignments, homework assignments, class participation and attendance.

Attendance:

Attendance in class is essential. You will be allowed one (1) absence during the term. You WILL BE DROPPED on the second (2nd) unexcused absence. Should you wish to be reinstated in class, your final grade will be lowered one letter and one letter for each absence thereafter. Extenuating circumstances may be discussed PRIOR to any scheduled absences. Notify your instructor as soon as possible following an emergency so that options may be discussed.

Work Missed:

It is your responsibility to make arrangements with the instructor for make-up work. Not all work can be made up, especially in the lab. Please discuss related class issues with your instructor.

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