CompTIA Server+

1. Introduction

The CompTIA Server+ course is designed to provide participants with the technical knowledge and hands-on skills required to install, configure, manage, and troubleshoot physical and virtual server environments.
This globally recognized certification focuses on server hardware, storage, virtualization, security, and disaster recovery—preparing participants to effectively manage enterprise-level server infrastructures.
The training aligns with the CompTIA Server+ Certification Exam (SK0-005 or latest version) and emphasizes real-world server administration practices that ensure reliability, security, and high availability in IT operations.

2. Course Objectives

At the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand server hardware components, functions, and maintenance.
• Install, configure, and manage server operating systems.
• Implement storage technologies and RAID configurations.
• Set up and maintain virtualized and cloud-based server environments.
• Secure, monitor, and optimize server performance.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot common server issues.
• Apply disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.
• Prepare confidently for the CompTIA Server+ certification examination.

3. Targeted Group

This course is ideal for:

• IT professionals responsible for server installation and support.
• Network and systems administrators.
• Data center technicians and infrastructure engineers.
• IT support specialists transitioning to server roles.
• Students pursuing professional server and data management careers.
• Organizations seeking to enhance staff expertise in enterprise server operations.

4. Course Duration

Total Duration: 2 weeks (64 contact hours)
Delivery Options:

• Instructor-led classroom training
• Online live interactive sessions
• Hands-on lab simulations (using virtual or physical servers)
• Blended learning with practical assignments and case studies

5. Training Methodology

• Lectures and guided demonstrations on server concepts and technologies.
• Hands-on labs for installation, configuration, and maintenance exercises.
• Practical case studies reflecting enterprise-level scenarios.
• Group discussions and troubleshooting workshops for collaborative learning.
• Quizzes and practice exams to ensure mastery of certification objectives.

6. Course Content

Module 1: Server Hardware Installation and Management

• Overview of server components and architectures
• Rack and blade server setup and maintenance
• Power, cooling, and hardware monitoring best practices

Module 2: Installing and Configuring Server Operating Systems

• Windows Server and Linux installation procedures
• Driver management and hardware compatibility
• Command-line tools and system configurations

Module 3: Storage Solutions and RAID Implementation

• Storage technologies (SATA, SAS, SAN, NAS)
• RAID levels and fault-tolerant configurations
• Disk management, partitioning, and data integrity practices

Module 4: Virtualization and Cloud Computing Fundamentals

• Hypervisors (Type 1 and Type 2) and virtual machine configuration
• Resource allocation, snapshots, and clustering
• Introduction to hybrid and cloud-based server environments

Module 5: Server Security and Access Control

• Implementing authentication, authorization, and access policies
• Server hardening and patch management
• Data protection, firewalls, and intrusion prevention strategies

Module 6: Monitoring and Maintenance of Server Environments

• Using performance monitoring tools and metrics
• Network and resource utilization optimization
• Scheduling updates and preventive maintenance

Module 7: Troubleshooting and Disaster Recovery

• Diagnosing hardware, software, and network server issues
• Backup and restore methods (full, differential, incremental)
• Disaster recovery planning and business continuity processes

Module 8: Capstone Project and Certification Preparation

• Real-world server deployment and maintenance project
• Comprehensive review of all CompTIA Server+ objectives
• Exam practice sessions and readiness assessments

7. Expected Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Install, configure, and maintain enterprise-grade server environments.
• Manage and optimize storage and virtualization systems.
• Implement effective server security and access management.
• Troubleshoot complex hardware and software server issues.
• Apply industry best practices for backup, recovery, and continuity.
• Demonstrate readiness for the CompTIA Server+ certification exam.
• Qualify for professional roles such as:
• Server Administrator
• Systems Engineer
• Data Center Technician
• Infrastructure Support Specialist
• IT Operations Technician

8. Certificate of Completion

Participants who complete all modules, lab exercises, and assessments will receive:

🎓 Certificate of Completion – CompTIA Server+

Issued by: FOTADE Training, Research and Resource Development Centre

This certificate validates technical proficiency in server deployment, configuration, virtualization, and troubleshooting, equipping participants with the practical skills required for enterprise IT infrastructure and server management roles.