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Installing and Configuring System Center Operations Manager 2007

Course 50028: Five days; Instructor-Led

 


About this Course

This five-day instructor-led course provides students with the knowledge and skills to managing a Systems Center Operations Manager 2007 management group. This course is intended to develop the necessary skills to install and manage Operations Manager 2007 management servers and supporting roles.

Audience Profile

This course is intended for Windows Server 2003 or later administrators who have experience working within a Windows Active Directory domain environment and have a good understanding of Windows Server based network services. Familiarity with a support ticketing system is helpful.

 

At Course Completion

 


Course OutlineModule 1: Installing System Center Operations Manager

This module explains how to install management servers and configure a clustered Root Management Server.

Lessons

  • ·         Identifying and Installing Prerequisites
  • ·         Installing System Center Operations Manager 2007
  • ·         Post Installation

Lab : Installing System Center Operations Manager

  • ·         Installing the Operations Manager Components

Lab : Installing a Clustered RMS

  • ·         Creating Cluster Resources
  • ·         Installing the Operational Database
  • ·         Installing the RMS Node
  • ·         Installing the Secondary Management Server
  • ·         Creating the Services
  • ·         Creating the RMS Cluster Virtual Server

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • ·         Identify the requirements for installing System Center Operations Manager 2007
  • ·         Install System Center Operations Manager 2007 and verify a successful installation

Module 2: Using the Operations Console

This module explains how to use the Operations Console, create Operator Accounts, use the Web Console and create Views.

Lessons

  • ·         Overview of the Operations Console
  • ·         Creating Operator Accounts
  • ·         Using the Web Console
  • ·         Working with Views

Lab : Creating Operator Accounts and Views

  • ·         Creating User Roles
  • ·         Creating Views

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • ·         Install the Operations Console on another system
  • ·         Understand the workspaces and views
  • ·         Work with the Actions available for a given object

Module 3: Configuring Management Group and Agent Settings

This module explains how to define the default management group and agent settings, override the default settings for a management server and agents, and create notifications to be sent when alerts appear.

Lessons

  • ·         Global Settings
  • ·         Overriding Global Settings
  • ·         Creating Notifications

Lab : Creating Notification Settings

  • ·         Setting Management Group Notification Options
  • ·         Creating Notification Recipients
  • ·         Creating Notification Subscriptions

        

Module 4: Agent Installation

This module explains how to install and configure the agent.

Lessons

  • ·         Configuring Active Directory
  • ·         Automatic Installation
  • ·         Manual Installation
  • ·         Managing Agents

Lab : Agent Installation

  • ·         Manually Installing the Agent
  • ·         Approving the Manually Installed

       

Module 5: Management Packs

This module explains how to import, export, and manage management packs.

Lessons

  • ·         Overview of Management Packs
  • ·         Importing and Exporting Management Packs
  • ·         Creating and Sealing Management Packs

Lab : Creating Monitors

  • ·         Creating a Self-Tuning Threshold Monitor
  • ·         Creating a Correlated Windows Event Unit Monitor

        

Module 6: Reporting

This module explains how to install and configure Reporting Services and build the appropriate models for Operations Manager monitoring.

Lessons

  • ·         Installing and Configuring SQL Reporting Services
  • ·         Installing Operations Manager Reporting
  • ·         Creating and Viewing Reports

Lab : Creating Reports

  • ·         Creating a Model
  • ·         Creating a Report

    

Module 7: Agentless Exception Monitoring

This module explains how to configure the settings and group policy options for Agentless Exception Monitoring.

Lessons

  • ·         Configuring Exception Monitoring
  • ·         Managing Clients

Lab : Configuring Agentless Exception Monitoring

  • ·         Configuring Client Monitoring
  • ·         Configuring Group Policy

  

Module 8: Audit Collection Services

This module explains how to configure Audit Collection Services so that security auditing can be centralized within the organization.

Lessons

  • ·         Audit Collection Services Overview
  • ·         Installing Audit Collection Services
  • ·         Configuring Forwarders and Collectors

Lab : Configuring ACS Reports

  • ·         Configuring ACS Reporting

  

Module 9: Using Operations Manager 2007 Command Shell

This module explains how to use the new Windows PowerShell-based commands to manage the management group.

Lessons

  • ·         Command Shell Overview
  • ·         Using Command Shell with Operations Manager 2007

Lab : Using the Command Shell

  • ·         Running Individual Commands
  • ·         Scripting Commands

 

Module 10: Complex Environments

This module explains how to multi-home agents, work with agents in untrusted domains and configure a hierarchy of management groups.

Lessons

  • ·         Multi-homing Agents
  • ·         Untrusted Environments
  • ·         Multi-tiered Environments

Lab : Connecting Management Groups

  • ·         Configure Subscriptions
  • ·         Configure Operator Accounts

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • ·         Multihome an agent
  • ·         Create a connector to another management group
  • ·         Create a connector subscription to a third-party management product

Module 11: Migrating from MOM 2005 to Operations Manager 2007

This module explains how to use the tools required to migrate the agents and setting from the MOM 2005 management group to the Operations Manager 2007 management group.

Lessons

  • ·         Migration Overview
  • ·         Using the Migration Tool
  • ·         Converting Management Packs

Lab : Converting Management Packs

  • ·         Using the Migration Tool

 

 

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Updating your Active Directory Technology Skills to Windows Server 2008

Course 6416: Five days; Instructor-Led

 

 

About this Course

This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to work with network infrastructure and Active Directory technologies in Windows Server 2008.


Audience Profile

This course is intended for individuals who already have experience with Network Infrastructure and Active Directory technologies in Windows Server 2000 or Windows Server 2003, and who wish to upgrade their skills to Windows Server 2008.
Typical students include people who have at least one year of experience implementing and administering a network operating system and IT Professionals who work in medium and enterprise organizations with the knowledge and skills to design, implement, and manage a Windows Server 2000 or Windows Server 2003 infrastructure.


Before attending this course, students must have:

• Experience planning, implementing, managing, maintaining, and securing  Windows Server 2000 or 2003, including Active Directory and Network Infrastructure server roles.
• Working knowledge of networking, for example, TCP/IP and Domain Name System (DNS).
• Experience installing, configuring, and administering Windows 2000 Server, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP Professional, or Windows Vista.
• MCSA on Windows Server 2003 or MCSE on Windows Server 2003 is recommended.

At Course Completion

After completing this course, students will be able to:
• Install and configure Windows Server 2008.
• Configure Windows Deployment Services (WDS). 
• Configure networking and network services.
• Configure Network Policy Server (NPS) and remote access.
• Configure Network Access Protection (NAP).
• Configure Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS).
• Manage Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS).
• Configure Active Directory Lightweight Services (AD LDS).
• Configure Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS).
• Configure Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS).
• Configure Active Directory Rights Management Services (AD RMS).
• Implement Software Maintenance by using Windows Server Update Services (WSUS).
• Configure storage technologies in Windows Server 2008. 
• Configure high availability in Windows Server 2008.
• Configure virtualization in Windows Server 2008.

Course OutlineModule 1: Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2008This module describes how to prepare for and perform an installation of Windows Server 2008. This module also provides details on how to manage the various server roles and Server Core in Windows Server 2008.Lessons

  • ·         Installing Windows Server 2008
  • ·         Managing Server Roles and Features
  • ·         Configuring Windows 2008 Server Core

Lab : Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2008

  • ·         Installing and Configuring Server Roles and Features
  • ·         Configuring Server Core and Performing Basic Management Tasks

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Install Windows Server 2008.
• Manage Server roles and features.
• Configure Windows 2008 Server Core.

Module 2: Configuring Windows Deployment ServicesThis module provides an overview of the Windows installation technologies. This module also describes how to create images for WDS. Finally, the module explains the procedures for deploying images by using WDS.Lessons

  • ·         Overview of Windows Installation Technologies
  • ·         Preparing Images for WDS
  • ·         Deploying Images using WDS

Lab : Configuring Windows Deployment Services

  • ·         Installing and Configuring WDS
  • ·         Adding Images to WDS
  • ·         Creating an Answer File for the WDS client
  • ·         Deploying an Image with WDS

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Describe Windows Deployment Services in Windows Server 2008.
• Manage operating system images in the WIM image format.
• Deploy images with Windows Deployment Services.

Module 3: Configuring Networking and Network ServicesThis module describes how to configure IPv6 addressing and how to migrate from IPv4 to IPv6. Additionally, the module examines the new features in DHCP and DNS, the configuration and management of Windows Firewall. Finally, the module covers the basic concepts for wireless connectivity and the authentication options for wireless networks, and then describes how to configure wireless network settings in Group Policy.Lessons

  • ·         Configuring IP v6 Addressing
  • ·         Migrating from IPv4 to IPv6
  • ·         Configuring DHCP and DNS
  • ·         Configuring Windows Firewall
  • ·         Configuring Wireless Networks

Lab : Configuring Networking and Network Services

  • ·         Configuring an ISATAP Router
  • ·         Configuring DHCP and DNS
  • ·         Configuring Windows Firewall

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Configure IPv6 addressing.
• Describe coexistence and migration from IPv4 to IPv6 addressing.
• Configure DHCP and DNS services.
• Configure Windows Firewall.
• Configure Wireless Networks.

Module 4: Configuring Network Policy Server and Remote Access ServicesThis module provides an overview of NPS as a RADIUS compliant server and client. The module then describes how to configure NPS and remote access.Lessons

  • ·         Overview of Network Policy Server
  • ·         Configuring Network Policy Server
  • ·         Configuring Remote Access

Lab : Configuring Network Policy Server and Remote Access Services

  • ·         Deploying Network Policy Server
  • ·         Configuring SSTP VPN

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Understand the purpose of the Network Policy and Access Services server role
• Configure Network Policy Server (NPS)
• Configure Routing and Remote Access Service (RRAS)
• Configure remote access.

Module 5: Configuring Network Access ProtectionThis module provides an overview of Network Access Protection (NAP) and the various NAP enforcement methods such as IPsec, 802.1x, VPN, and DHCP enforcements. The module also describes how to implement NAP using System Health Validators (SHVs), health policies, remediation server groups, and NAP tracing. The module also provides details on implementing IPsec enforcement for NAP.Lessons

  • ·         Overview of Network Access Protection
  • ·         Implementing NAP
  • ·         Implementing IPSec Enforcement for NAP

Lab : Configuring Network Access Protection

  • ·         Configuring NAP for VPN Clients
  • ·         Configuring NAP for IPSec Enforcement

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Describe the role of NAP.
• Install, configure, and monitor NAP.
• Implement IPsec enforcement for NAP.

Module 6: Configuring Active Directory Domain ServicesThis module describes the requirements and procedures for installing domain controllers and then explains how to deploy read-only domain controllers (RODCs). The module also describes how to implement fine-grained password policies. Additionally, the module covers the new features in Group Policy and provides an overview of Group Policy preferences.Lessons

  • ·         Installing Domain Controllers
  • ·         Configuring Read-Only Domain Controllers
  • ·         Configuring Fine-Grained Password Policies
  • ·         New Features in Group Policy
  • ·         Configuring Group Policy Preferences

Lab : Configuring Active Directory Domain Services

  • ·         Installing and Configuring an RODC
  • ·         Implementing Fine-Grained Password Policies

Lab : Exploring New Features in Group Policy

  • ·         Creating a Central Store
  • ·         Configuring Administrative Templates
  • ·         Configuring Preferences

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Install domain controllers.
• Configure read-only domain controllers.
• Configure fine-grained password policies.
• Describe the new features in Group Policy.
• Configure Group Policy preferences.

Module 7: Managing Active Directory Domain ServicesThis module explains how to use the various tools included in Windows Server 2008 to monitor and manage events related to AD DS. The module then describes how to configure AD DS auditing and to maintain AD DS by using the Windows Server 2008 built-in tools.Lessons

  • ·         Managing Events
  • ·         Configuring AD DS Auditing
  • ·         Monitoring AD DS
  • ·         Maintaining AD DS

Lab : Managing Active Directory Domain Services

  • ·         Monitoring AD DS by Using Event Viewer
  • ·         Creating a Subscription
  • ·         Configuring AD DS Auditing
  • ·         Reanimating Deleted Objects

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Manage events.
• Configure Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) auditing.
• Monitor AD DS.
• Maintain AD DS.

Module 8: Configuring Active Directory Lightweight Directory ServicesThis module describes how to install and configure AD LDS. The module explains the procedures for configuring AD LDS instances, AD LDS replication, and AD LDS integration with AD DS.Lessons

  • ·         Installing and Configuring AD LDS
  • ·         Configuring AD LDS Instances
  • ·         Configuring AD LDS Replication
  • ·         Configuring AD LDS Integration with AD DS

Lab : Configuring Active Directory Lightweight Directory Services

  • ·         Configuring an AD LDS Instance and an Application Partition
  • ·         Configuring the AD LDS Access Control
  • ·         Configuring AD LDS Replication
  • ·         Adding AD DS Users to AD LDS Groups

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Install and configure AD LDS.
• Configure AD LDS instances.
• Configure AD LDS replication.
• Configure AD LDS integration with AD DS.

Module 9: Configuring Active Directory Certificate ServicesThis module describes how to deploy and configure the Active Directory Certificates Services in Windows Server 2008. The module covers the procedures for managing certificate templates, certificate enrollment, certificate revocation, and certificate recovery.Lessons

  • ·         Deploying Active Directory Certificate Services
  • ·         Managing Certificate Templates
  • ·         Managing Certificate Enrollment
  • ·         Managing Certificate Revocation
  • ·         Managing Certificate Recovery

Lab : Configuring and Managing Active Directory Certificate Services

  • ·         Installing the AD CS Server Role and Configuring CAs
  • ·         Managing Certificate Revocation
  • ·         Managing Certificate Recovery

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Deploy AD CS infrastructure.
• Manage certificate templates.
• Manage certificate enrollment.
• Manage certificate revocation.
• Manage certificate recovery.

Module 10: Configuring Active Directory Federation ServicesThis module provides an overview of identity federation and federation trusts. The module covers the various features and components of AD FS and the options, requirements, and procedure for deploying it. Finally, the module describes the various types of AD FS claims and the procedure for configuring AD FS claim mapping.Lessons

  • ·         Overview of AD FS
  • ·         Deploying AD FS
  • ·         Implementing AD FS Claims

Lab : Configuring AD FS for the Federated Web SSO Scenario

  • ·         Installing the AD FS Server Role
  • ·         Configuring Certificate Requirements
  • ·         Configuring the AD FS Web Agent
  • ·         Configuring the Web Server Application on the NWTDC01 Virtual machine
  • ·         Configuring the Federation Trust Policies
  • ·         Configuring the Account Partner Federation Service
  • ·         Configuring the Resource Partner Federation Service
  • ·         Testing the AD FS Implementation

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Describe the features and functionality of AD FS.
• Deploy AD FS.
• Implement AD FS claims.

Module 11: Configuring Active Directory Rights Management ServicesThis module provides an overview of AD RMS features and functionality. The module then describes the requirements and procedures for deploying AD RMS servers and clients. Additionally, the module explains how to administer AD RMS templates and policies.Lessons

  • ·         Overview of Active Directory Rights Management Services
  • ·         Deploying AD RMS
  • ·         Administering AD RMS Templates
  • ·         Administering AD RMS Policies

Lab : Configuring Active Directory Rights Management Services

  • ·         Installing the AD RMS Server Role
  • ·         Managing AD RMS Rights Policy Templates
  • ·         Configuring Trust Policies
  • ·         Testing AD RMS Functionality

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Describe Active Directory Rights Management Services (AD RMS).
• Deploy AD RMS.
• Administer AD RMS templates.
• Administer AD RMS policies.

Module 12: Software Maintenance Using Windows Server Update ServicesThis module provides an overview of WSUS and its features. The module also describes the requirements and procedures for installing, configuring, and managing WSUS.Lessons

  • ·        
  • ·         Installing and Configuring WSUS
  • ·         Managing WSUS

Lab : Maintaining Software by Using Windows Server Update Services

  • ·         Installing WSUS Prerequisites
  • ·         Installing WSUS
  • ·         Restoring a WSUS Database
  • ·         Creating a Computer Group and Managing Updates

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Provide an overview of WSUS.
• Install and configure WSUS.
• Manage the WSUS infrastructure.

Module 13: Configuring Storage Technologies in Windows Server 2008This module describes how to configure the Distributed File System (DFS) in Windows Server 2008. The module then explains how to manage storage by using File System Resource Manager (FSRM). Finally, the module covers how to configure storage are network (SAN) connectivity.Lessons

  • ·         Configuring Distributed File System
  • ·         Managing Storage with File System Resource Management
  • ·         Configuring Storage Area Network Connectivity

Lab : Configuring Storage Technologies in Windows Server 2008

  • ·         Installing and Configuring the DFS Role Service
  • ·         Installing and Configuring the File Server Resource Manager Role Service

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Configure DFS.
• Manage storage by using File System Resource Management.
• Describe storage area network connectivity.

Module 14: Configuring High Availability in Windows Server 2008This module describes the various options available in Windows Server 2008 that you can use to provide highly available network services. The module covers options such as Network Load Balancing (NLB) and Failover Clustering.Lessons

  • ·         Configuring Network Load Balancing
  • ·         Overview of Windows Server 2008  Failover Clusters
  • ·         Preparing for Failover Clusters
  • ·         Creating and Configuring Failover Clusters

Lab : Configuring High Availability in Windows Server 2008

  • ·         Creating and Validating a Cluster
  • ·         Clustering the Print Services Role by Using Failover Cluster Management
  • ·         Configuring Cluster Resources

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Configure NLB.
• Describe how failover clusters work in Windows Server 2008.
• Prepare your environment for failover clustering.
• Create and configure failover clusters.

Module 15: Configuring Virtualization in Windows Server 2008This module provides an overview of virtualization in Windows Server 2008 and the features and architecture of Microsoft Hyper-V. The module also describes the requirements and considerations for installing Hyper-V. Finally, the module covers how to configure and manage virtual machines in Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V.Lessons

  • ·         Overview of Hyper-V
  • ·         Installing Hyper-V
  • ·         Configuring Hyper-V
  • ·         High Availability in a Hyper-V Environment

Lab : Configuring a Hyper-V Environment

  • ·         Configuring Hyper-V Settings
  • ·         Creating and Configuring Virtual Networks
  • ·         Creating Virtual Hard Disks
  • ·         Creating and Managing Virtual Machines

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Describe Hyper-V and identify its key features.
• Install Hyper-V.
• Configure Hyper-V settings.
• Configure highly available virtual machines.
 
 
 

 

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Writing Queries Using SQL Server 2005 Transact-SQL

Course 2778-05: Three days - Instructor-Led

 

About this Course

This 3-day instructor led course provides students with the technical skills required to write basic Transact-SQL queries for Microsoft SQL Server 2005.

Audience Profile

This course is intended for SQL Server database administrators, implementers, system engineers, and developers who are responsible for writing queries.

At Course Completion

After completing this course, students will be able to:

  • Describe the uses of and ways to execute the Transact-SQL language.
  • Use querying tool.
  • Write SELECT queries to retrieve data.
  • Group and summarize data by using Transact-SQL.
  • Join data from multiple tables.
  • Write queries that retrieve and modify data by using subqueries.
  • Modify data in tables.
  • Query text fields with full-text search.
  • Describe how to create programming objects.
  • Use various techniques when working with complex queries.

To get the most out of this course, you should:

  • Be familiar with a programming or scripting language.
  • Understand relational databases and the concept of data normalization

This course also helps prepare you for certification exam 70-431.

Course OutlineModule 1: Getting Started with Databases and Transact-SQL in SQL Server 2005

The student will be introduced to how client/server architecture works, and examine the various database and business tasks that can be performed by using the components of SQL Server 2005. The student will also be introduced to SQL Server database concepts such as relational databases, normalization, and database objects. In addition, the student will learn how to use T-SQL to query databases and generate reports.

Lessons

  • ·         Overview of SQL Server 2005
  • ·         Overview of SQL Server Databases
  • ·         Overview and Syntax Elements of T-SQL
  • ·         Working with T-SQL Scripts
  • ·         Using T-SQL Querying Tools

Lab : Using SQL Server Management Studio and SQLCMD

  • ·         Exploring the Components and Executing Queries in SQL Server Management Studio
  • ·         Starting and Using SQLCMD
  • ·         Generating a Report from a SQL Server Database Using Microsoft Office Excel

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Describe the architecture and components of SQL Server 2005.
  • Describe the structure of a SQL Server database.
  • Explain the basics of the SQL language.
  • Describe the syntax elements of T-SQL.
  • Explain how to manage T-SQL scripts.
  • Use T-SQL querying tools to query SQL Server 2005 databases.

Module 2: Querying and Filtering Data

The students will be introduced to the basic Transact-SQL (T-SQL) statements that are used for writing queries, filtering data, and formatting result sets.

Lessons

  • ·         Using the SELECT Statement
  • ·         Filtering Data
  • ·         Working with NULL Values
  • ·         Formatting Result Sets
  • ·         Performance Considerations for Writing Queries

Lab : Querying and Filtering Data

  • ·         Retrieving Data by Using the SELECT Statement
  • ·         Filtering Data by Using Different Search Conditions
  • ·         Using Functions to Work with NULL Values
  • ·         Formatting Result Sets

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Retrieve data by using the SELECT statement.
  • Filter data by using different search conditions.
  • Explain how to work with NULL values.
  • Format result sets.
  • Describe the performance considerations that affect data retrieval.

Module 3: Grouping and Summarizing Data

The students will learn to group and summarize data when generating reports in Microsoft SQL Server 2005 by using aggregate functions and the COMPUTE clause.

Lessons

  • ·         Summarizing Data by Using Aggregate Functions
  • ·         Summarizing Grouped Data
  • ·         Ranking Grouped Data
  • ·         Creating Crosstab Queries

Lab : Grouping and Summarizing Data

  • ·         Summarizing Data by Using Aggregate Functions
  • ·         Summarizing Grouped Data
  • ·         Ranking Grouped Data
  • ·         Creating Crosstab Queries

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Summarize data by using aggregate functions.
  • Summarize grouped data by using the GROUP BY and COMPUTE clauses.
  • Rank grouped data.
  • Create cross-tabulation queries by using the PIVOT and UNPIVOT clauses.

Module 4: Joining Data from Multiple Tables

The students will learn to write joins to query multiple tables, as well as limiting and combining result sets.

Lessons

  • ·         Querying Multiple Tables by Using Joins
  • ·         Applying Joins for Typical Reporting Needs
  • ·         Combining and Limiting Result Set

Lab : Joining Data from Multiple Tables

  • ·         Querying Multiple Tables by Using Joins
  • ·         Applying Joins for Typical Reporting Needs
  • ·         Combining and Limiting Result Sets

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Query multiple tables by using joins.
  • Apply joins for typical reporting needs.
  • Combine and limit result sets.

Module 5: Working with Subqueries

The students will be introduced to basic and correlated subqueries and how these compare with joins and temporary tables. The students will also be introduced to using common table expressions in queries.

Lessons

  • ·         Writing Basic Subqueries
  • ·         Writing Correlated Subqueries
  • ·         Comparing Subqueries with Joins and Temporary Tables
  • ·         Using Common Table Expressions

Lab : Working with Subqueries

  • ·         Writing Basic Subqueries
  • ·         Writing Correlated Subqueries
  • ·         Comparing Subqueries with Joins and Temporary Tables
  • ·         Using Common Table Expressions

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Write basic subqueries.
  • Write correlated subqueries.
  • Compare subqueries with joins and temporary tables.
  • Use common table expressions in queries.

Module 6: Modifying Data in Tables

The students will be able to modify the data in tables by using the INSERT, DELETE, and UPDATE statements. In addition, students will examine how transactions work in a database, the importance of transaction isolation levels, and how to manage transactions.

Lessons

  • ·         Inserting Data into Tables
  • ·         Deleting Data from Tables
  • ·         Updating Data in Tables
  • ·         Overview of Transactions

Lab : Modifying Data in Tables

  • ·         Inserting Data into Tables
  • ·         Deleting Data from Tables
  • ·         Updating Data in Tables
  • ·         Working with Transactions

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Insert data into tables.
  • Delete data from tables.
  • Update data in tables.
  • Describe transactions.

Module 7: Querying Metadata, XML, and Full-Text Indexes

The students will learn to query semi-structured and unstructured data. The students will also learn how SQL Server 2005 handles XML data and will query XML data. The students will also be introduced to full-text indexing in SQL Server 2005.

Lessons

  • ·         Querying Metadata
  • ·         Overview of XML
  • ·         Querying XML Data
  • ·         Overview of Full-Text Indexes
  • ·         Querying Full-Text Indexes

Lab : Querying Metadata, XML, and Full-Text Indexes

  • ·         Querying Metadata
  • ·         Querying XML Data
  • ·         Creating and Querying Full-Text Indexes

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Query metadata.
  • Describe the functionality of XML.
  • Query XML data.
  • Describe the functionality of full-text indexes.
  • Query full-text indexes.

Module 8: Using Programming Objects for Data Retrieval

The students will be introduced to user-defined functions and executing various kinds of queries by using user-defined functions. The students will be introduced to SQL Server views that encapsulate data and present users with limited and relevant information. In addition, the students will be introduced to SQL Server stored procedures and the functionalities of the various programming objects. The students will learn how to perform distributed queries and how SQL Server works with heterogeneous data such as databases, spreadsheets, and other servers.

Lessons

  • ·         Overview of Views
  • ·         Overview of User-Defined Functions
  • ·         Overview of Stored Procedures
  • ·         Overview of Triggers
  • ·         Writing Distributed Queries

Lab : Using Programming Objects for Data Retrieval

  • ·         Creating Views
  • ·         Creating User-Defined Functions
  • ·         Creating Stored Procedures
  • ·         Writing Distributed Queries

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Encapsulate queries by using views.
  • Encapsulate expressions by using user-defined functions.
  • Explain how stored procedures encapsulate T-SQL logic.
  • Define triggers, types of triggers, create a trigger.
  • Write distributed queries.

Module 9: Using Advanced Querying Techniques

The students will be introduced to best practices for querying complex data. The students will also examine how to query complex table structures such as data stored in hierarchies and self-referencing tables. The students will analyze the recommended guidelines for executing queries and how to optimize query performance.

Lessons

  • ·         Considerations for Querying Data
  • ·         Working with Data Types
  • ·         Cursors and Set-Based Queries
  • ·         Dynamic SQL
  • ·         Maintaining Query Files

Lab : Using Advanced Querying Techniques

  • ·         Using Execution Plans
  • ·         Converting Data Types
  • ·         Implementing a Hierarchy
  • ·         Using Cursors and Set-Based Queries

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Explain the recommendations for querying complex data.
  • Query complex table structures.
  • Write efficient queries.
  • Use various techniques when working with complex queries.
  • Maintain query files.

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]]>Training Room Rentals with Computers at AmeriTeach - Denver, CO 80111http://blogs.ameriteach.com/sharon-toler/2010/2/5/training-room-rentals-with-computers-at-ameriteach-denver-co.htmlSharon Toler2010-02-05T18:10:35Z

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AmeriTeach offers state-of-the-art Denver Tech Center training rooms that are equipped to provide a first class learning experience.

Our rooms are spacious, well equipped, have comfortable seating, and feature bright dlp display projectors.

Our training facility has easy access from I-25 & Orchard Road (westbound exit) Map.  And we are located steps away from the Orchard Light Rail Station


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]]>MDX Training at AmeriTeach - Denver, CO 80111http://blogs.ameriteach.com/sharon-toler/2010/2/5/mdx-training-at-ameriteach-denver-co-80111.htmlSharon Toler2010-02-05T18:09:59ZMDX for Analysis and Reporting Services

Course 2800: Three days; Instructor-Led

Course Outline

MDX is the fundamental language of Analysis Services – it’s the SQL of the multi-dimensional environment.  From the expressions that generate the most valuable business metrics to KPIs, dynamic security, and report queries your ability to effectively use MDX will dictate how much of Analysis Service’s power you are able to unleash.

Though the Multidimensional Expressions (MDX) language can at first appear to be mysterious and complex, there are a few fundamental concepts that form the basis for understanding how MDX works and how it should be used in your solution.

In the first two days of this course we’ll use demonstrations and hands-on labs to first understand then use these fundamental concepts to develop MDX expressions, implement security, and define KPIs.

In the third day of this course we’ll use demonstrations and hands-on labs to first understand then develop optimized MDX queries for Reporting Services.

Target Audience

Business Intelligence Designers, Developers, Analysts and Consultants currently working with or considering Microsoft SQL Server Analysis and Reporting Services.

Prerequisites

This is a fast-paced course encompassing MDX from fundamentals to advanced concepts.  Experience with Microsoft SQL Server Analysis Services is recommended for this challenging course but prior experience with MDX is not required.  Experience with Reporting Services is recommended but not required for those attending the full three day course.

Objective

Attendees completing this course will:

  • ·         Understand the fundamental concepts of MDX
  • ·         Understand how and where MDX is used in an Analysis Services solution
  • ·         Be able to create Calculated Members and KPIs  in an Analysis Services cube
  • ·         Be able to write MDX queries for reporting and validation
  • ·         Understand how MDX is used to implement security
  • ·         Understand how to generate and optimize MDX queries in Reporting Services

 

Course Outline (Day 1 – 2)

Introduction

Introduction of the instructor and students as well as an overview of the course agenda, class hours and other housekeeping items.

Module 1: Solution Overview

Sets the conceptual framework for understanding MDX as an intersection-based language and where MDX is used within a BI Solution.  Also uses a SQL-MDX comparison to help students understand differences and similarities between the two query languages.

 

Module Agenda:

  • ·         Understanding the Excel Paradigm
  • ·         SQL – MDX Comparison
  • ·         MDX Usage Overview

 

Module 2: Using the BI Toolset

This module is an introduction to BIDS and Management Studio with an emphasis on how and by whom these tools are used in a BI solution.  Emphasis is placed on functionality specific to BI including: running MDX queries in Mgmt Studio and importing SSAS databases to create project files.

 

Module Agenda:

  • ·         Introducing Adventure Works
  • ·         Introducing BIDS and The Management Studio

 

Module 3: MDX Language Fundamentals

Using primarily group activities this module introduces the fundamentals of creating MDX queries.  In addition to introducing basic syntax a key emphasis of this module is to show students how queries can be an efficient and effective way to develop and validate Calculated Members.

 

Module Agenda:

  • ·         MDX Overview
  • ·         MDX Query Context and Execution
  • ·         Dimensional Intersections (Tuples)
  • ·         Attribute and User Hierarchies
  • ·         Creating Simple MDX Queries
  • ·         Complete and Partial Tuples
  • ·         Using Familial Relationships
  • ·         Hierarchy Navigation
  • ·         Handling Exceptions
  • ·         Null Handling
  • ·         Set Functions
  • ·         IIF / CASE expressions
  • ·         WITH clause to define Calculations and Sets

 

Module 4: Solving Business Problems with MDX

Building on the previous module, this module focuses on using MDX queries to solve standard business requirements that apply to many analytical applications.

 

Module Agenda:

  • ·         Ratios
  • ·         Sums and Differences
  • ·         Allocations
  • ·         Averages
  • ·         Time based Calculations
  • ·         Defining a sub-cube using the SCOPE statement

Module 5: Creating Key Performance Indicators

This module uses MDX functionality presented in previous modules as well as the KPI specific functions KPIValue, KPIGoal, KPIStatus, and KPITrend to understand and create Key Performance Indicators in BIDS.

 

Module Agenda:

  • ·         KPI Overview
  • ·         Creating KPIs
  • ·         Using the KPI Viewer

Module 6: Implementing Basic Security

This module introduces the concept of implementing data access controls using MDX expressions.

Module Agenda:

  • ·         Overview Role Based Security
  • ·         Defining Dimension Data Security
  • ·         Controlling access to Cells based on Dimension members

Module 7: Optimizing MDX Queries and Expressions

This final module is a discussion of best practices for optimizing and benchmarking MDX queries.

Module Agenda:

  • ·         Benchmarking Performance
  • ·         Best Practices for Optimizing Performance

 

Course Outline (Day 3)

Module 8: Using the Analysis Services Query Designer

The Analysis Services Query Designer gives developers the ability to write reports based on an Analysis Services data source without having to understand MDX. This module explores the report development using the Design Mode of the Analysis Services Query Designer.

 

Module Agenda:

  • ·         Analysis Services Query Designer Overview
  • ·         Building a Basic Query
  • ·         Adding Filters and Parameters

 

Module 9: Using MDX in the Analysis Services Query Designer

In this module, students apply the learning from the previous module by using MDX in both the Design Mode and the Query Mode of the Analysis Services Query Designer. This module also introduces additional features of the Analysis Services Query Designer facilitating query development.

 

Module Agenda:

  • ·         Using the Calculated Members Pane in Design Mode
  • ·         Understanding Query Structure Requirements for Reporting Services
  • ·         Using Metadata, Function Templates, and Calculation Templates in Query Mode
  • ·         Adding Filters to a Query

 

Module 10: Using Analysis Services Features in Report Design

After learning how to retrieve data Analysis Services by using an MDX query, students are ready to interact with Analysis Services features in the report design process. This module shows students how to work with detail and aggregated data in the result set, how to use server-side formatting properties to control the report appearance, and how to display key performance indicators defined in a cube.

 

Module Agenda:

  • ·         Working with Aggregations
  • ·         Using Extended Field Properties
  • ·         Working with Key Performance Indicators

 

Module 11: Working with Parameters

This module teaches several methods for implementing parameters for more flexible reports.

 

Module Agenda:

  • ·         Modifying the Auto-Generated Parameter Query
  • ·         Adding Parameters to a Query
  • ·         Creating Cascading Parameters
  • ·        

 

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]]>WIA - Workforce Investment Act Training at AmeriTeach - Denver, CO 80111http://blogs.ameriteach.com/sharon-toler/2010/1/26/wia-workforce-investment-act-training-at-ameriteach-denver-c.htmlSharon Toler2010-01-26T19:29:46ZWhat is WIA (Workforce Investment Act)

WIA is a federally funded program, designed to minimize the impact of job loss and to create a pathway for job seekers to obtain employment.  WIA Services are designed to increase employment retention, earnings, and occupational skills attainment for adult and dislocated workers. Find out more 

Find a WIA Center Near You

Click here to find a Workforce Center in your county

Approved WIA (Workforce Investment Act) Programs

Office 2007 – Information Worker Certification

Microsoft Office 2007 Master Certification

MCAS: Microsoft Office Word 2007

Exam 77-601

3 Days, 18 Hours

MCAS: Microsoft Office Excel 2007

Exam 77-602

3 Days, 18 Hours

MCAS: Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007

Exam 77-603

2 Days, 12 Hours

MCAS: Microsoft Office Outlook 2007

Exam 77-604

3 Days, 18 Hours

Total: 11 Days or 66 Hours

Network Administrator/Infrastructure Certifications

Network+ & MCTS Windows 7, Configuration Certifications

Courses

6292 Course: Installing and Configuring Windows 7 Client – 3 Days, 18 Hours

Network+ Course – 5 Days, 30 Hours

Exams

Exam 70-680

Network+ Exam

Total:  8 days or 48 hours

Network Technician - A+ and Network +  Certifications

Courses

Course 8505 A+ Certification – 5 Days, 30 Hours

Course 8582 Network+  – 5 Days, 30 Hours

Exams

A+ Exams (Exam 220-702 and 220-701)

Network+ Exam

Total:  10 days or 60 hours

MCTS Server 2008, Active Directory Configuring Certification

Courses

6425 Course: Configuring Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Domain Services – 5 Days, 30 Hours

6419 Course: Configuring, Managing and Maintaining Windows Server 2008 Servers – 5 Days, 30 Hours

Exams

Exam 70-640

Total:  10 Days or 60 Hours

MCTS Server 2008, Network Infrastructure Configuring Certification

Courses

6419 Course: Configuring, Managing and Maintaining Windows Server 2008 Servers – 5 Days, 30 Hours

6421 Course: Configuring and Troubleshooting a Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure – 5 Days, 30 Hours

Exams

Exam 70-642

Total:  10 Days or 60 Hours

MCTS Exchange Server 2007, Configuring Certification

Courses

3999 Course: Exchange 2007 Comprehensive Training – 5 Days, 30 Hours

6419 Course: Configuring, Managing and Maintaining Windows Server 2008 Servers – 5 Days, 30 Hours

Exams

Exam 70-236

Total:  10 Days or 60 Hours

 Database Administrator Certifications

MCTS SQL Server 2008, Implementation and Maintenance Certification

Courses

2778 Course: Writing Queries Using SQL Server 2008 Transact-SQL – 3 Days, 18 Hours

6231 Course: Maintaining a Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Database – 5 Days, 30 Hours

6232 Course: Implementing a Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Database – 5 Days, 30 Hours

Exams

Exam 70-432

Total:  13 Days or 78 Hours

MCTS SQL Server 2008, Business Intelligence Development and Maintenance Certification for current SQL Administrators and Developers

Courses

6232 Course: Implementing a Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Database – 5 Days, 30 Hours

6234 Course: Implementing and Maintaining Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Analysis Services – 3 Days, 18 Hours

6235 Course: Implementing and Maintaining Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Integration Services – 3 Days, 18 Hours

6236 Course: Implementing and Maintaining Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Reporting Services – 3 Days, 18 Hours

Exams

Exam 70-448

Total:  14 Days or 84 Hours

Visual Studio and .NET Framework Certifications

MCTS Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5, ASP.Net Application Development Certification

Courses

2956/2957 Course: Core and Advanced Foundations of Microsoft.Net 2.0 Development – 5 Days, 30 Hours

6463 Course: Visual Studio 2008 ASP.NET 3.5 – 2 Days, 12 Hours

2310 Course: Developing Web Applications Using Visual Studio 2008 – 5 Days, 30 Hours

Exams

Exam 70-536

Exam 70-562

Total:  12 Days or 72 Hours

 SharePoint Administrator Certifications

MCTS Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, Configuring Certification

Courses

5060 Course: Implementing Windows SharePoint Services 3.0  -  2 days, 12 Hours

5061 Course: Implementing Microsoft SharePoint Server 2007 –    3 Days, 18 Hours

50207 Course: Microsoft Office SharePoint Designer 2007 Level 1 – 1 Days, 6 Hours

50208 Course: Microsoft Office SharePoint Designer 2007 Level 2 – 1 Days, 6 Hours

50209 Course: Microsoft Office SharePoint Designer 2007 Level 3 – 1 Days, 6 Hours

8501 Course: Mastering SharePoint 2007 – 3 Days, 18 Hours

Exams

Exam 70-630

Total:  11 Days or 66 Hours 

Additional Offerings

ITIL

Courses

Course ITIL V3 F: ITIL Foundation Workshop - 3 days, 18 Hours

Exams

ITIL certification exam

 

CISSP

Courses

Course CISSP: Essential CISSP Certification Course - 3 days, 30 Hours

 

 

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]]>New Windows 7 training course at AmeriTeach - Denver, CO 80111http://blogs.ameriteach.com/sharon-toler/2010/1/26/new-windows-7-training-course-at-ameriteach-denver-co-80111.htmlSharon Toler2010-01-26T19:28:40ZWindows 7 Enterprise Support Technician

Course 50331: Five days; Instructor-Led

Audience Profile

This course is intended for Windows 7 desktop support technicians who resolve Tier 1 and 2 problems on desktop computers.  A minimum of three years of experience configuring and supporting desktop or laptop operating systems is recommended.

Prerequisites

Before attending this course, students must have:

  • TCP/IP Troubleshooting skills
  • Experience working in a domain environment
  • Experience using desktop and command-line troubleshooting tools
  • Experience installing and troubleshooting desktop application problems
  • Experience configuring registry and group policy settings

At Course Completion

After completing this course, students will be able to:

  • Identify and Resolve Desktop Application Issues
  • Identify the Cause of and Resolve Networking Issues
  • Manage and Maintain Systems That Run Windows 7
  • Support Mobile Users
  • Identify the Cause of and Resolve Security Issues 

Course outline

Module 1: Identify and Resolve New Software Installation Issues
This module explains how to fix problems that occur during the installation of new software.
Lessons

  • Overview
  • Planning New Software Deployment
  • Multilingual Deployment
  • Using Group Policy to install software
  • Using Software Restriction Policies
  • Digitally Signing Software
  • Using WMI
  • Using Applocker
  • Using Virtualization for Testing
  • Resolve Software Installation Issues
  • Review

Lab : Identify and Resolve New Software Installation Issues

  • Create a Repair Disk and Installation Partitions
  • Install and Configure Windows 7
  • Install Programs and test Applocker
  • Configure Compatibility Settings

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Understand the different installation options for Windows 7
  • Understand the different installation options for Windows 7 applications
  • Resolve Windows 7 installation problems
  • Prevent users from running unapproved applications

Module 2: Resolve Software Configuration Issues
This module explains how to fix application install problems caused by older programs or new features and options.
Lessons

  • Overview
  • Change Default Settings on the Image
  • Enable and Disable Features
  • Pointing to a Network Resource
  • Configuring Updates
  • Resolve Configuration Issues with Group Policy
  • Driver Updates
  • Problem Steps Recorder
  • Resolve Software Configuration Issues
  • Review

Lab : Resolve Software Configuration Issues

  • Install the Windows Automated Installation Kit
  • Create a Windows PE bootable image
  • Create a VHD disk
  • Install Windows 7 on a VHD
  • Boot Windows 7 from a VHD
  • Use the Problem Steps Recorder

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Create a Windows 7 VHD disk
  • Configure operating system features
  • Understand the impact of Driver Updates
  • Fix software configuration problems
  • Use the Problem Steps Recorder tool

Module 3: Resolve Software Failure
This module explains how to fix problems with applications that have problems after being installed.
Lessons

  • Overview
  • Event Viewer
  • Event Forwarding
  • Application Compatibility Toolkit
  • Windows Troubleshooting Platform
  • Windows Experience Index
  • Testing Compatibility with Safe Mode
  • System Restore
  • Resolve Software Failure
  • Review

Lab : Resolve Software Failure

  • Install applications written for older versions of Windows
  • Use the Program Compatibility Tool to configure settings for older applications
  • Use PowerShell scripts to configure Network Adapters
  • Use the Troubleshooter to enable the network adapter
  • Install Windows 7 SDK
  • Create a Troubleshooting Pack with the SDK
  • Configure Event Forwarding
  • Use System Restore

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Configure Event Forwarding
  • Use System Restore to fix desktop problems
  • Create a Windows 7 Troubleshooter

 

Module 4: Identify and Resolve Logon Issues

This module explains how to fix logon problems and configure local and roaming logon profiles.
Lessons

  • Overview
  • Authentication Process
  • Machine Accounts
  • Trust Relationships
  • Network Services
  • User Account Properties
  • User Profiles
  • Resolve Logon Issues
  • Review

Lab : Identify and Resolve Logon Issues

  • Join a computer to the domain
  • Install Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT)
  • Test and Verify Domain User Account Properties
  • Create Logoff script using PowerShell
  • Test the use of Roaming Profiles
  • Test the use of Mandatory Profiles


After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Create Roaming and Mandatory User Profiles
  • Configure Machine Accounts in Active Directory
  • Configure User Account Properties in Active Directory

 

Module 5: Identify and Resolve Network Connectivity Issues

This module explains how to troubleshoot connectivity and network problems for client computers.
Lessons

  • Overview
  • Scope of the Problem
  • Hardware Issues
  • TCP/IP Configuration
  • Network Routing
  • IPSec Configuration
  • Network Connectivity Tools
  • Branch Cache
  • Resolve Network Connectivity Issues
  • Review

Lab : Identify and Resolve Network Connectivity Issues

  • Use command-line tools to identify and fix network connectivity problems
  • Fix connectivity problems caused by problem scripts

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Use command-line tools to troubleshoot connectivity problems
  • Use the Windows Troubleshooters to fix configuration issues
  • Configure Advanced TCP/IP options on a client computer

Module 6: Identify and Resolve Name Resolution Issues
This module explains how to use network services and local computer files to resolve computer names.


Lessons

  • Overview
  • DNS Name Resolution
  • Using a Hosts files
  • WINS Configuration
  • Using LMHOSTS files
  • Name Resolution Order
  • Manual vs DHCP Configuration
  • Resolve Name Resolution Issues
  • Review


Lab : Identify and Resolve Name Resolution Issues

  • Configure and Test DNS Resolution
  • Configure and Test Hosts File Resolution
  • Configure and Test NetBIOS Resolution
    After completing this module, students will be able to:
  • Configure records on a DNS Server
  • Configure HOSTS records
  • Using command-line and scripting tools to configure TCP/IP settings

 

Module 7: Identify and Resolve Network Printer Issues

This module explains how to configure printer settings and security.
Lessons

  • Overview
  • Connecting to a Network Printer
  • Managing the Print Spooler
  • Setting Printer Priorities
  • Creating Printer Pools
  • Configuring Drivers
  • Printer Schedules
  • Printer Permissions
  • Manage Printers with Group Policy Settings
  • Resolve Network Printer Issues
  • Review

Lab : Identify and Resolve Network Printer Issues

  • Install local and network printers
  • Create and use a separator page
  • Configure Printer Redirection and Printer Pooling
  • Move the Print Spooler Directory

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Optimize the performance of the Print Spooler
  • Redirect Print Jobs from non-functioning Printers
  • Manage Active Directory registration of Printers
  • Manage Printer Permissions

 

Module 8: Identify and Resolve Performance Issues

This module explains how to improve the performance of a system by monitoring and controlling the use of resources by applications.
Lessons

  • Overview
  • Analyzing Event Logs
  • Setting Power Management
  • Optimize Processor Usage
  • Optimizing Memory Usage
  • Optimize Hard Drive Usage
  • Optimize Network Usage
  • Performance Tools
  • Resolve Performance Issues
  • Review

Lab : Identify and Resolve Performance Issues

  • Schedule and Perform a Disk Defragmentation
  • Using Task Manager
  • Using Resource Monitor
  • Display a message when a Service stops

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Configure automatic responses to Service failure
  • Manage the use of Processing resources by applications
  • View and control active connections to a computer
  • Optimize Hard-Disk performance

 

Module 9: Identify and Resolve Hardware Failure Issues

This module explains how to diagnose hardware problems on a computer.
Lessons

  • Overview
  • Diagnosing Memory Failure Issues
  • Hard Drive Issues
  • Network Card Issues
  • Power Supply Issues
  • Windows Hardware Diagnostic Tools
  • Resolve Hardware Failure Issues
  • Review

Lab : Identify and Resolve Hardware Failure Issues

  • Use the Windows Memory Diagnostics Tool
  • Fix Hard Disk Errors
  • Use the Reliability Monitor
  • Use Event Viewer to Find Hardware Information

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Understand how to be proactive in dealing with hardware problems
  • Use Windows 7 hardware diagnostic tools

 

  • ·         Module 10: Identify and Resolve Wireless Connectivity Issues

This module explains how to configure reliable and secure wireless connectivity for client computers.
Lessons

  • Overview
  • Signal Strength
  • Wireless Security
  • Wireless Profiles
  • Management Options for Wireless Devices
  • Resolve Wireless Connectivity Issues
  • Review

Lab : Identify and Resolve Wireless Connectivity Issues

  • No Lab Exercises

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Understand the encryption options available for wireless networks
  • Use Windows 7 Wireless security options
  • Fix client connectivity problems

 

Module 11: Identify and Resolve Remote Access Issues

This module explains how to configure remote network connections for client computers.
Lessons

  • Overview
  • Remote Access Methods
  • Dial-up Configuration
  • VPN Configuration
  • DirectAccess Configuration
  • Authentication Protocols
  • Resolve Remote Access Issues
  • Review

Lab : Identify and Resolve Remote Access Issues

  • Configure Remote Access settings for a domain user account
  • Create and Test a VPN Connection

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Understand the security options available when creating remote access connections
  • Understand the new capabilities of VPN connections that use DirectAccess
  • Resolve connectivity problems for VPN and Dial-Up connections

Module 12: Manage File Synchronization
This module explains how to allow end-users to work with network files that are being synchronized on their local desktops or laptops.
Lessons

  • Overview
  • Configuring Offline File Access
  • Synchronization Settings
  • Transparent Caching
  • Roaming Profiles
  • Restoring Network Files
  • Resolve File Synchronization Problems
  • Review

Lab : Manage File Synchronization

  • Configure and Test Offline Files
  • Restore the Previous Version of a File

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Configure Transparent Caching
  • Restore deleted network files

 

Module 13: Identify and Resolve Internet Explorer Security Issues

This module explains how to configure the security features in Internet Explorer to protect user information and privacy.
Lessons

  • Overview
  • Configure Security Zone
  • Configure Security Levels
  • Configure Privacy Settings
  • Managing Add-ons
  • Configure Smart Screen Filter
  • Other Security Issues
  • Resolve Internet Explorer Security Issues
  • Review

Lab : Identify and Resolve Internet Explorer Security Issues

  • Configure Trusted Security Zone
  • Configure the Security and Privacy Features in IE
  • Configure Group Policy Settings for Internet Explorer

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • How to use new security features like Smart Screen Filtering
  • Manage Internet Explorer Add-ons
  • Use IE features to warn the user about potential security problems

 

Module 14: Identify and Resolve Firewall Issues

This module explains how to configure Windows Firewall to secure network traffic and applications on a computer.

Lessons

  • Overview
  • Securing Network Applications and Features
  • Program and Port Exceptions
  • Configuring Notifications and Logging
  • Network Security Tools
  • Resolve Firewall Issues
  • Review

Lab : Identify and Resolve Firewall Issues

  • Configure and Test Firewall Rules for an application
  • Fix Application Problems Caused by Firewall Rules

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Block applications from communicating over the network
  • Record and setup notifications of unapproved network communication
  • Fix problems caused by improper configuration of Windows Firewall

 

Module 15: Identify and Resolve Issues Due To Malicious Software

This module explains how to restore a computer system after an attack by viruses or other malicious software.

Lessons

  • Overview
  • Proactive Malware Protection
  • Protecting Internet Explorer
  • Windows and Anti-Virus Updates
  • Recovering From Malware Infection
  • Resolve Issues Due To Malicious Software
  • Review

Lab : Identify and Resolve Issues Due To Malicious Software

  • Use the Action Center to manage UAC settings
  • Use Windows Defender
  • Use System File Checker
  • Use the Malicious Software Removal Tool

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Identify problems caused by viruses and other malware
  • How to protect Internet Explorer and E-mail applications from malware attack
  • How to prevent data loss and fix a computer after a malware attack

 

Module 16: Identify and Resolve Encryption Issues

This module explains how to fix problems caused by using encryption on a Windows computer.
Lessons

Overview

  • Configuring a Recovery Agent
  • Using EFS
  • Using BitLocker
  • Encryption Tools
  • Resolve Encryption Issues
  • Review

Lab : Identify and Resolve Encryption Issues

  • Encrypt Files using EFS
  • Configure EFS Sharing
  • Configure a Recovery Agent

After completing this module, students will be able to:

  • Recover from lost encryption keys
  • How to encrypt individual files using EFS
  • Use BitLocker to protect laptops and insecure computers

 

Module 17: Identify and Resolve Software Update Issues

This module explains how to enable and use the software update features available in Windows 7.
Lessons

Overview

  • Types of Windows Updates
  • Using Windows Update
  • Using Microsoft Update
  • Resolve Software Update Issues
  • Review

Lab : Identify and Resolve Software Update Issues

  • Configure Windows Updates using desktop settings
  • Configure Windows Updates using Group Policy settings
    After completing this module, students will be able to:
  • Configure client computers to get updates from the local network instead of the Internet
  • Understand the different options available when updating the operating system
  • Understand how to configure automatic updates for Microsoft applications

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]]>CompTia A+ Certification Training Course at AmeriTeach - Denver, CO 80111http://blogs.ameriteach.com/sharon-toler/2010/1/26/comptia-a-certification-training-course-at-ameriteach-denver.htmlSharon Toler2010-01-26T19:27:06ZCompTIA® A+® Certification: A Comprehensive Approach for All 2009 Exam Objectives

Course 8505: Five days; Instructor-Led

 

Course Description

Course Objective: You will install, upgrade, repair, configure, optimize, troubleshoot, and perform preventative maintenance on basic personal computer hardware and operating systems.

Target Student: The target student is anyone with basic computer user skills who is interested in obtaining a job as an IT professional or PC technician. In addition, this course will help prepare students to achieve a CompTIA A+ Certification.

Prerequisites: Students taking this course should have the following skills: end-user skills with Windows®-based personal computers, including the ability to: browse and search for information on the Internet; start up, shut down, and log on to a computer and network; run programs; and move, copy, delete, and rename files in Windows Explorer. Students should also have basic knowledge of computing concepts, including the difference between hardware and software; the functions of software components, such as the operating system, applications, and file systems; and the function of a computer network.

The following Element K courses are recommended: Windows XP: Introduction or Microsoft® Windows Vista™: Level 1.

 

Course Objectives

  • Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
  • identify the components of standard desktop personal computers.
  • identify fundamental components and functions of personal computer operating systems.
  • identify best practices followed by professional personal computer technicians.
  • install and configure computer components.  
  • install and configure system components.
  • maintain and troubleshoot peripheral components.
  • troubleshoot system components.  
  • install and configure operating systems.
  • maintain and troubleshoot installations of Microsoft Windows.
  • identify network technologies.
  • install and manage network connections.
  • support laptops and portable computing devices.
  • support printers.
  • identify personal computer security concepts.
  • support personal computer security.

Course Content

Lesson 1: Personal Computer Components

Topic 1A: Personal Computer Components

Topic 1B: System Unit Components

Topic 1C: Storage Devices

Topic 1D: Personal Computer Connection Methods

 

Lesson 2: Operating System Fundamentals

Topic 2A: Personal Computer Operating Systems

Topic 2B: Windows User Interface Components

Topic 2C: Windows File System Management

Topic 2D: Windows System Management Tools

 

Lesson 3: PC Technician Professional Best Practices

Topic 3A: Tools of the Trade

Topic 3B: Electrical Safety

Topic 3C: Environmental Safety and Materials Handling

Topic 3D: Perform Preventative Maintenance

Topic 3E: Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

Topic 3F: Professionalism and Communication

 

Lesson 4: Installing and Configuring Peripheral Components

Topic 4A: Install and Configure Display Devices

Topic 4B: Install and Configure Input Devices

Topic 4C: Install and Configure Adapter Cards

Topic 4D: Install and Configure Multimedia Devices

 

Lesson 5: Installing and Configuring System Components

Topic 5A: Install and Configure Storage Devices

Topic 5B: Select and Install Power Supplies

Topic 5C: Select and Install Memory

Topic 5D: Select, Install, and Configure CPUs and Cooling System Units

Topic 5E: Install and Configure System Boards

 

Lesson 6: Maintaining and Troubleshooting Peripheral Components

Topic 6A: Troubleshoot Display Devices

Topic 6B: Maintain and Troubleshoot Input Devices

Topic 6C: Troubleshoot Adapter Cards

Topic 6D: Troubleshoot Multimedia Devices

 

Lesson 7: Troubleshooting System Components

Topic 7A: Troubleshoot Storage Devices

Topic 7B: Troubleshoot Power Supplies

Topic 7C: Troubleshoot Memory

Topic 7D: Troubleshoot CPUs and Cooling Systems

Topic 7E: Troubleshoot System Boards

 

Lesson 8: Installing and Configuring Operating Systems

Topic 8A: Install Microsoft Windows

Topic 8B: Upgrade Windows

Topic 8C: Add Devices to Windows

Topic 8D: Optimize Windows

 

Lesson 9: Maintaining and Troubleshooting Microsoft Windows

Topic 9A: Operating System Utilities

Topic 9B: Back Up Microsoft Windows

Topic 9C: Troubleshoot Microsoft Windows

Topic 9D: Recover Microsoft Windows

 

Lesson 10: Network Technologies

Topic 10A: Network Concepts

Topic 10B: Network Communications

Topic 10C: Network Connectivity

Topic 10D: Internet Technologies

 

Lesson 11: Installing and Managing Network Connections

Topic 11A: Create Network Connections

Topic 11B: Install and Configure Web Browsers

Topic 11C: Maintain and Troubleshoot Network Connections

 

Lesson 12: Supporting Laptops and Portable Computing Devices

Topic 12A: Laptop and Portable Computing Device Components

Topic 12B: Install and Configure Laptops and Portable Computing Devices

Topic 12C: Maintain and Troubleshoot Laptops and Portable Computing Devices

 

Lesson 13: Supporting Printers

Topic 13A: Printer Technologies

Topic 13B: Printer Components

Topic 13C: Printer Processes

Topic 13D: Install and Configure Printers

Topic 13E: Maintain and Troubleshoot Printers

 

Lesson 14: Personal Computer Security Concepts

Topic 14A: Security Fundamentals

Topic 14B: Security Protection Measures

Topic 14C: Data and Physical Security

Topic 14D: Wireless Security

Topic 14E: Social Engineering

 

Lesson 15: Supporting Personal Computer Security

Topic 15A: Install and Configure Security Measures

Topic 15B: Maintain and Troubleshoot Security Measures

Appendix A: Mapping Course Content to the CompTIA A+ Essentials 220-701 Exam Objectives

Appendix B: Mapping Course Content to the CompTIA A+ Practical Application 220-702 Exam Objectives

Appendix C: CompTIA A+ Acronyms

Appendix D: A Brief History of Personal Computers

 

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MDX for Analysis and Reporting Services

Course 2730: Three days; Instructor-Led

Course Outline

MDX is the fundamental language of Analysis Services – it’s the SQL of the multi-dimensional environment.  From the expressions that generate the most valuable business metrics to KPIs, dynamic security, and report queries your ability to effectively use MDX will dictate how much of Analysis Service’s power you are able to unleash.

Though the Multidimensional Expressions (MDX) language can at first appear to be mysterious and complex, there are a few fundamental concepts that form the basis for understanding how MDX works and how it should be used in your solution.

In the first two days of this course we’ll use demonstrations and hands-on labs to first understand then use these fundamental concepts to develop MDX expressions, implement security, and define KPIs.

In the third day of this course we’ll use demonstrations and hands-on labs to first understand then develop optimized MDX queries for Reporting Services.

Target Audience

Business Intelligence Designers, Developers, Analysts and Consultants currently working with or considering Microsoft SQL Server Analysis and Reporting Services.

Prerequisites

This is a fast-paced course encompassing MDX from fundamentals to advanced concepts.  Experience with Microsoft SQL Server Analysis Services is recommended for this challenging course but prior experience with MDX is not required.  Experience with Reporting Services is recommended but not required for those attending the full three day course.

Objective

Attendees completing this course will:

  • ·         Understand the fundamental concepts of MDX
  • ·         Understand how and where MDX is used in an Analysis Services solution
  • ·         Be able to create Calculated Members and KPIs  in an Analysis Services cube
  • ·         Be able to write MDX queries for reporting and validation
  • ·         Understand how MDX is used to implement security
  • ·         Understand how to generate and optimize MDX queries in Reporting Services

 

Course Outline (Day 1 – 2)

Introduction

Introduction of the instructor and students as well as an overview of the course agenda, class hours and other housekeeping items.

Module 1: Solution Overview

Sets the conceptual framework for understanding MDX as an intersection-based language and where MDX is used within a BI Solution.  Also uses a SQL-MDX comparison to help students understand differences and similarities between the two query languages.

 

Module Agenda:

  • ·         Understanding the Excel Paradigm
  • ·         SQL – MDX Comparison
  • ·         MDX Usage Overview

 

Module 2: Using the BI Toolset

This module is an introduction to BIDS and Management Studio with an emphasis on how and by whom these tools are used in a BI solution.  Emphasis is placed on functionality specific to BI including: running MDX queries in Mgmt Studio and importing SSAS databases to create project files.

 

Module Agenda:

  • ·         Introducing Adventure Works
  • ·         Introducing BIDS and The Management Studio

 

Module 3: MDX Language Fundamentals

Using primarily group activities this module introduces the fundamentals of creating MDX queries.  In addition to introducing basic syntax a key emphasis of this module is to show students how queries can be an efficient and effective way to develop and validate Calculated Members.

 

Module Agenda:

  • ·         MDX Overview
  • ·         MDX Query Context and Execution
  • ·         Dimensional Intersections (Tuples)
  • ·         Attribute and User Hierarchies
  • ·         Creating Simple MDX Queries
  • ·         Complete and Partial Tuples
  • ·         Using Familial Relationships
  • ·         Hierarchy Navigation
  • ·         Handling Exceptions
  • ·         Null Handling
  • ·         Set Functions
  • ·         IIF / CASE expressions
  • ·         WITH clause to define Calculations and Sets

 

Module 4: Solving Business Problems with MDX

Building on the previous module, this module focuses on using MDX queries to solve standard business requirements that apply to many analytical applications.

 

Module Agenda:

  • ·         Ratios
  • ·         Sums and Differences
  • ·         Allocations
  • ·         Averages
  • ·         Time based Calculations
  • ·         Defining a sub-cube using the SCOPE statement

Module 5: Creating Key Performance Indicators

This module uses MDX functionality presented in previous modules as well as the KPI specific functions KPIValue, KPIGoal, KPIStatus, and KPITrend to understand and create Key Performance Indicators in BIDS.

 

Module Agenda:

  • ·         KPI Overview
  • ·         Creating KPIs
  • ·         Using the KPI Viewer

Module 6: Implementing Basic Security

This module introduces the concept of implementing data access controls using MDX expressions.

Module Agenda:

  • ·         Overview Role Based Security
  • ·         Defining Dimension Data Security
  • ·         Controlling access to Cells based on Dimension members

Module 7: Optimizing MDX Queries and Expressions

This final module is a discussion of best practices for optimizing and benchmarking MDX queries.

Module Agenda:

  • ·         Benchmarking Performance
  • ·         Best Practices for Optimizing Performance

 

Course Outline (Day 3)

Module 8: Using the Analysis Services Query Designer

The Analysis Services Query Designer gives developers the ability to write reports based on an Analysis Services data source without having to understand MDX. This module explores the report development using the Design Mode of the Analysis Services Query Designer.

 

Module Agenda:

  • ·         Analysis Services Query Designer Overview
  • ·         Building a Basic Query
  • ·         Adding Filters and Parameters

 

Module 9: Using MDX in the Analysis Services Query Designer

In this module, students apply the learning from the previous module by using MDX in both the Design Mode and the Query Mode of the Analysis Services Query Designer. This module also introduces additional features of the Analysis Services Query Designer facilitating query development.

 

Module Agenda:

  • ·         Using the Calculated Members Pane in Design Mode
  • ·         Understanding Query Structure Requirements for Reporting Services
  • ·         Using Metadata, Function Templates, and Calculation Templates in Query Mode
  • ·         Adding Filters to a Query

 

Module 10: Using Analysis Services Features in Report Design

After learning how to retrieve data Analysis Services by using an MDX query, students are ready to interact with Analysis Services features in the report design process. This module shows students how to work with detail and aggregated data in the result set, how to use server-side formatting properties to control the report appearance, and how to display key performance indicators defined in a cube.

 

Module Agenda:

  • ·         Working with Aggregations
  • ·         Using Extended Field Properties
  • ·         Working with Key Performance Indicators

 

Module 11: Working with Parameters

This module teaches several methods for implementing parameters for more flexible reports.

 

Module Agenda:

  • ·         Modifying the Auto-Generated Parameter Query
  • ·         Adding Parameters to a Query
  • ·         Creating Cascading Parameters
  • ·        

 

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