CST 163 - Introduction to Windows Network Administration

Credits: 3
Instructional Contact Hours: 3

Introduces Microsoft Windows Networking. Covers installing and configuring Microsoft Windows Server, printing, managing Active Directory, managing storage and files, configuring DHCP and DNS, and implementing security.

Prerequisite(s): CST 160 or CST 161
Corequisite(s): None
Lecture Hours: 45 Lab Hours: 0
Meets MTA Requirement: None
Pass/NoCredit: No

Outcomes and Objectives

Demonstrate understanding of Active Directory.
1. Explain the contents of Active Directory.
2. Plan Active Directory elements.
Demonstrate ability to successfully install Windows Server.
1. Explain the steps to install NetWare on the server.
2. Explain the steps to install a service pack.
Demonstrate ability to successfully configure Windows Server.
1. Explain how to use the Control Panel.
2. Install and configure hardware, protocols, and additional Windows Server components.
Demonstrate understanding of groups, folders, files and object security.
1. Set up local, global and universal groups.
2. Manage objects through user rights and permissions.
3. Determine how creating, moving and copying files and folders affect security.
Demonstrate understanding of network printing.
1. Explain and apply the fundamentals of Windows Server printing.
2. Install local, network and Internet printing services.
3. Manage printers and print services.