What is Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) training?
The Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) credential is the leading certification for Windows Server 2008.

Why is Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) certification important?
Certification provides a widely recognized, objective validation of your ability to perform critical, current IT job roles by using Microsoft technologies to their best advantage. Certification is awarded only for successfully passing Microsoft exams 70-640, 70-642 and 70-646.

What types of jobs are available with Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) Certification? 
The Server Administrator certification can help develop and validate skills in a current position, or prepare individuals for the following positions: 
  • Windows server administrator
  • Server systems administrator
  • Monitoring operator
  • Network administrator

What is the job outlook?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, computer support specialists and systems administrators jobs are expected to increase by 18 percent from 2006 to 2016.

What can I earn?
Salary estimates for this occupation range from $26,580 to $70,750. (Bureau of Labor Statistics)

What courses do I need?
Students should enroll in the following noncredit courses.

NTW-514 Windows Server 2008 Active Directory
Develop the skills needed to manage a Windows Server 2008 system and to prepare to pass the MCTS 70-640 certification exam.  Learn to Install and configure Active Directory forests and domains, Plan and implement an Organizational Unit structure,  Plan, implement, and manage Active Directory using Group Policy Backup and restore Active Directory, and deploy and manage a public key infrastructure using Active Directory Certificate Services and more. Textbook information available at College Bookstore. CEUs awarded.

NTW-527 Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure
Prepare for the Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure exam 70-642. Learn to Configure IPv4 and IPv6 addressing and services, work efficiently with Dynamic Host Configuration, manage advanced server features, configure routing, and secure the network. Discover how to configure DNS servers, zones, records, replication, and client computer name resolution. Manage remote access, implement secure wireless access, configure file and print services, establish efficient backup and restore procedures and streamline updates. Textbook information available at College Bookstore. CEUs awarded.

NTW-528 Windows 2008 Server Administrator
Prepare for the Windows 2008 Server Administrator exam 70-646. Learn the infrastructure, Web, and IT application servers and also how to use scripts and batch files to accomplish tasks on a regular basis. Discover how to manage the server operating system, file, and directory services, distribute software, patches, and updates, profile and monitor assigned servers, and troubleshoot. Textbook information available at College Bookstore. CEUs awarded.

How do I enroll?
New students may register online, by mail or fax, or in person. Returning students may also register by STARS touchtone phone.

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