MCSA - Course - Cyber Networks

MCSA - Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator

The Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) credential proves that you have the skills to successfully implement, manage, and troubleshoot the ongoing needs of Microsoft Windows® 2000-based platforms, including Windows .NET Server.

MCSA - 3 CORE REQUIREMENTS

Code	Course Name
2151	MS Win 2000 Network and Operating System Essentials
2152	Implementing MS Win 2000 Professional and Server
2126	Managing a Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Environment

MCSA - CHOOSE ONE ELECTIVE

Code	Course Name
2153	Implementing a MS Win 2000 Network Infrastructure
1572	Implementing and Administering Microsoft Exchange 2000
2072	Administering a Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Database
2159	Deploying and Managing Microsoft Internet Security and Acceleration Server 2000

Why The MCSA?

Demand for individuals performing network and systems administration tasks has seen significant growth in 2001, and candidates as well as the industry have indicated that a certification is needed. The new MCSA on Windows 2000 credential is a response to this growth. The MCSA on Windows 2000 credential is for professionals who implement, manage, and troubleshoot existing network and system environments based on the Microsoft Windows® 2000 and Microsoft Windows® .NET Server operating systems. These individuals typically do not deploy new networks and systems as part of their job function, as is expected of individuals holding the MCSE credential. In addition, MCSAs are not expected to have design skills as MCSEs on Windows 2000.

MCSA Scope

The MCSA on Windows 2000 certification covers the skills of network administrators, network engineers, systems administrators, IT engineers, information systems administrators, network technicians, and technical support specialists as defined by the National Workforce Center for Emerging Technologies Skill Standards for Information Technology and other research worldwide.

BENEFITS OF MICROSOFT CERTIFIED SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR ON WINDOWS 2000

You receive the following benefits with the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator on Windows 2000 credential (Effective January 1, 2002):

Industry recognition of your knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft products and technologies.
Access to technical and product information direct from Microsoft through a secured area of the MCP Web site.
Access to exclusive discounts on products and services from selected companies. Current MCPs can gain access to these benefits by visiting the MCP secured Web site and selecting "Other Benefits."
MCSA on Windows 2000, certificate, transcript, wallet card, and lapel pin to identify you as a Microsoft Certified Professional to colleagues or clients. Electronic files of logos and transcript may be downloaded from the MCP secured Web site upon certification.
Invitations to Microsoft conferences, technical training sessions, and special events.
Free access to Microsoft Certified Professional Magazine, a career and professional development magazine. Secured content on the Microsoft Certified Professional Magazine Online Web site includes the current issue (available only to MCPs), additional online-only content and columns, an MCP-only database, and regular chats with Microsoft and other technical experts. Additional online benefits are available to individuals with the MCSE+Internet, MCSE, MCSD, and MCDBA certifications. Enter the MCP secured Web site for access to the Microsoft Certified Professional Magazine Online. (All MCPs are eligible for the online magazine's secured content. Some MCPs may also be eligible to receive the print version of the magazine free; eligibility is determined by the magazine.)