Workshops & Short Practical Sessions

Windows Server Administration Workshop

A concentrated practical workshop on day-to-day Windows Server administration, identity, services, security and troubleshooting.

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Your programme at a glance

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Workshop
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Duration & study mode
1 DayPhysical - NextGen Campus
Fees
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Entry requirements

Basic computer literacy; Ability to use a web browser and common desktop applications

All entry requirements
  • Basic English reading ability for technical terms
  • A laptop or desktop suitable for course labs
  • Stable internet connection for online delivery
  • Headset/microphone for live online sessions where required
  • No prior professional certification required for beginner-level programmes
  • For advanced programmes, foundation knowledge in the relevant subject is recommended
  • Commitment to complete practical activities and assignments
  • Willingness to follow lab safety, security, acceptable-use and ethical guidelines
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Programme Overview

What you will study

  • Windows Server installation
  • Active Directory Domain Services
  • Users, groups and OUs
  • DNS
  • DHCP
  • Group Policy
  • File and storage services
  • Hyper-V virtualization
  • Server security
  • Backup and troubleshooting

Tools & Platforms

Technologies used

  • Windows Server
  • Active Directory Users and Computers
  • DNS Manager
  • DHCP Manager
  • Group Policy Management
  • Hyper-V
  • PowerShell
  • Server Manager
  • Windows Admin Center
  • Event Viewer

Learning Outcomes

Skills you will build

  • Install Windows Server
  • Create and manage a domain
  • Administer users and groups
  • Configure DNS
  • Configure DHCP
  • Create Group Policies
  • Manage file permissions
  • Create virtual machines
  • Apply basic server security
  • Troubleshoot common server issues

Career Pathways

Where this can lead

  • Windows Server Administrator
  • Junior Systems Administrator
  • Systems Support Engineer
  • Infrastructure Support Engineer
  • IT Administrator
  • Technical Support Engineer
  • Network & Systems Technician
  • Help Desk Engineer
  • Data Centre Support Technician
  • Hybrid Infrastructure Support

Labs & Practicals

Hands-on learning

  • Install/configure Windows Server in a lab
  • Create an Active Directory domain
  • Create users and groups
  • Configure DNS
  • Configure DHCP
  • Create Group Policies
  • Configure file permissions
  • Create Hyper-V virtual machines
  • Use PowerShell administration commands
  • Troubleshoot a server-services scenario

Admission Requirements

Before you start

  • Basic computer literacy
  • Ability to use a web browser and common desktop applications
  • Basic English reading ability for technical terms
  • A laptop or desktop suitable for course labs
  • Stable internet connection for online delivery
  • Headset/microphone for live online sessions where required
  • No prior professional certification required for beginner-level programmes
  • For advanced programmes, foundation knowledge in the relevant subject is recommended
  • Commitment to complete practical activities and assignments
  • Willingness to follow lab safety, security, acceptable-use and ethical guidelines

Next Courses

Recommended pathways

  • Hybrid Administrator / Azure Boot Camp
  • Microsoft Azure Administrator
  • Diploma in Network Engineering with Security +AI
  • Microsoft 365 Administrator
  • Cloud engineering pathway

NextGen Campus Support

Student support

  • Live lecturer-led instruction and guided demonstrations
  • Student support for academic and technical questions
  • Access to structured lesson materials and practice resources
  • Guidance on lab setup and troubleshooting
  • Progress support throughout the programme
  • Recorded-session support where applicable to the intake
  • Career and certification pathway guidance
  • Practical assignment and project guidance
  • Peer-learning and class communication support
  • NextGen Campus academic coordination and learner assistance

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