CompTIA Server+® (PLA)

L3 Level 3
Part Time
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Online
PLA: This course is free for employed adults eligible for a Personal Learning Account (PLA). To see if you could be eligible for a PLA go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PartTimeFunding - For a full list of PLA courses go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PLA

About this course

As a CompTIA Server+ certified professional, you’ll be able to develop skills in installing and maintaining server hardware, server administration, security and disaster recovery, troubleshooting.

The CompTIA Server+ is a comprehensive e-learning programme including lessons and practical activities which you can revisit as often as required.

This certification provides job-ready skills that employers are looking for, helping you to fast-track your career in IT.

The programme requires approximately 36 hours, accessed flexibly in line with personal study patterns.

Delegates will have 6 months to complete from enrolment date. Course start dates are arranged directly with ALS Training once funding has been approved.

What you will study

Official CompTIA Server+ Syllabus

The Official CompTIA Server+ e-learning course covers Server Architecture, Server Deployment, Server Operations, Security, Fundamentals of DevOps and Server Troubleshooting.

Server+ Syllabus

  • Lesson 1: Understanding Server Administration Concepts
  • Lesson 2: Understanding Virtualisation and Cloud Computing
  • Lesson 3: Understanding Physical and Network Security Concepts
  • Lesson 4: Managing Physical Assets
  • Lesson 5: Managing Server Hardware
  • Lesson 6: Configuring Storage Management
  • Lesson 7: Installing and Configuring an Operating System
  • Lesson 8: Troubleshooting OS, Application, and Network Configurations
  • Lesson 9: Managing Post-Installation Administrative Tasks
  • Lesson 10: Managing Data Security
  • Lesson 11: Managing Service and Data Availability
  • Lesson 12: Decommissioning Servers

Online Practical Labs:

  • Assisted Lab: Exploring the Lab Environment
  • Assisted Lab: Reporting Windows Server Specifications
  • Assisted Lab: Reporting Linux Server Specifications
  • Assisted Lab: Deploying a Hyper-V VM
  • Assisted Lab: Deploying a Docker Container
  • Assisted Lab: Auditing Network Services
  • Assisted Lab: Securing Network Traffic with IPSec
  • Assisted Lab: Managing System Inventories
  • Assisted Lab: Monitoring Performance in Windows
  • Assisted Lab: Monitoring Performance in Linux
  • APPLIED LAB: Deploying and Monitoring Servers
  • Assisted Lab: Managing Event Logs in Windows
  • Assisted Lab: Managing Event Logs in Linux
  • Assisted Lab: Configuring RAID Storage in Windows
  • Assisted Lab: Provisioning iSCSI Storage
  • Assisted Lab: Deploying a Linux Application Server
  • Assisted Lab: Configuring Volumes in Linux
  • Assisted Lab: Managing Network Configurations
  • Assisted Lab: Developing Network Documentation
  • Assisted Lab: Developing Administrative Bash Scripts
  • Assisted Lab: Developing Administrative PowerShell Scripts
  • APPLIED LAB: Managing Storage and Networks
  • Assisted Lab: Troubleshooting a Network Issue
  • Assisted Lab: Auditing Accounts and Permissions in Windows
  • Assisted Lab: Configuring Server Roles
  • Assisted Lab: Configuring Administrative Interfaces
  • Assisted Lab: Managing Virtual Memory
  • Assisted Lab: Configuring Group Policy Objects
  • Assisted Lab: Analysing Configuration Baselines
  • APPLIED LAB A: Troubleshooting Servers Scenario #1
  • APPLIED LAB B: Troubleshooting Servers Scenario #2
  • APPLIED LAB C: Troubleshooting Servers Scenario #3
  • Assisted Lab: Configuring EFS and BitLocker
  • Assisted Lab: Troubleshooting a Security Issue
  • Assisted Lab: Configuring Backup Solutions on Windows Server
  • Assisted Lab: Configuring Backup Solutions on Linux
  • Assisted Lab: Configuring a File Server Cluster
  • Assisted Lab: Decommissioning a Domain Controller
  • APPLIED LAB A: Troubleshooting Server Security Scenario #1
  • APPLIED LAB B: Troubleshooting Server Security Scenario #2 

CompTIA Server+ Exam Details

Exam: Code SK0-005

CompTIA Server+ SK0-005 validates the hands-on skills of IT professionals who install, manage and troubleshoot servers. The vendor neutral exam confirms the technical and hands on skills necessary for Server operations across all platforms and environments.

Exam Format - Multiple-choice and performance-based.

Number of questions - Maximum of 90.

Duration - 90 minutes.

Your enrolment includes practice labs.

Pass Mark - 750/900 (83.3%).

Important points

  • The College welcomes contact with parents/guardians of students who are under 18.
  • Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
  • Cardiff and Vale College is committed to inclusion and values diversity. We are determined to promote equality of opportunity and to treat everyone fairly and with respect.
  • Cardiff and Vale College reserves the right to make changes to this course without prior notice.
  • Course fees are subject to change. Your fee will be confirmed prior to enrolment.
  • All courses are accurate at the time of upload or print.
  • Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.
  • Please note, if you choose three or more course choices, then you may be referred for a careers appointment first. This does not apply to A Level or GCSE choices.
Key information

Start date

Contact us for dates

Time of day

Day Time

Part Time

37 hours per week

Location

Online
Maps & directions
PLA: This course is free for employed adults eligible for a Personal Learning Account (PLA). To see if you could be eligible for a PLA go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PartTimeFunding - For a full list of PLA courses go to www.cavc.ac.uk/PLA

Course code

CSCOMPSERV
L3

Qualification

CompTIA Server+® (PLA)