Duration
2 Days
12 CPD hours
This course is intended for
The primary audience for this course is any IT, facilities or data centre
professional who works in and around the data centre and who has the
responsibility to achieve and improve the availability and manageability of the
data centre.
Overview
After completion of the course the participant will be able to:? Choose an
optimum site for mission-critical data centre based on current and future needs?
Describe all components that are important for high availability in a data
centre and how to effectively setup the data centre? Name and apply the various
industry standards? Describe the various technologies for UPS, fire suppression,
cooling, monitoring systems, cabling standards, etc, and to select and apply
them effectively to cost-efficiently enhance the high-availability of the data
centre.? Review the electrical distribution system to avoid costly downtime?
Enhance cooling capabilities and efficiency in the data centre by using existing
and new techniques and technologies for the increased cooling requirements of
the future? Design a highly reliable and scalable network architecture and learn
how to ensure installers apply proper testing techniques? Create effective
maintenance contracts with equipment suppliers ensuring the best return on
investment? Setup effective data centre monitoring ensuring the right people get
the right message? Ensure proper security measures, both procedural and
technical, are established to safeguard your company's valuable information in
the data centre
The course will address how to setup and improve key aspects such as power,
cooling, security, cabling, safety, etc., to ensure a high available data
centre. It will also address key operations and maintenance aspects.
THE DATA CENTRE, IT?S IMPORTANCE AND CAUSES FOR DOWNTIME
DATA CENTRE STANDARDS AND BEST PRACTICES
DATA CENTRE LOCATION, BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION
* Selecting appropriate sites and buildings and how to avoid pitfalls
Various components of an effective data centre and supporting facilities
setup
RAISED FLOOR/SUSPENDED CEILING
* Uniform, concentrated and rolling load definitions
Applicable standards
Raised Floor guidelines
Signal Reference Grid, grounding of racks
Disability act and regulations
Suspended ceiling usage and requirements
LIGHT
* Standards
Light fixture types and placement
Emergency lighting, Emergency Power Supply (EPS)
POWER INFRASTRUCTURE
* Power infrastructure layout from generation to rack level
ATS and STS systems
Redundancy levels and techniques
Three-phase and single-phase usage
Power distribution options within the computer room
Power cabling versus bus bar trunking
Bonding versus grounding
Common Mode Noise and isolation transformers
Distribution boards, form factors and IP-protection grades
Power quality guidelines
Real power versus apparent power
How to size and calculate load in the data centre Generators
Static and dynamic UPS systems, selection criteria, how they operate and
energy efficiency option
Battery types, correct selection and testing
Thermo-graphics
ELECTRO MAGNETIC FIELDS
* Electrical fields and magnetic fields definitions and units of measurements
Sources of EMF
Effects of EMF on human health and equipment
(H)EMP
Standards
EMF shielding solutions
EQUIPMENT RACKS
* Rack standards, properties and selection criteria
Security considerations
Power rail/strip options
COOLING INFRASTRUCTURE
* Temperature and humidity recommendations
Cooling measurement units and conversion rates
Sensible and latent heat definitions
Differences between comfort and precision cooling
Overview of different air conditioner technologies
Raised floor versus non-raised floor cooling
Placement of air conditioner units and limitations to be observed
Supplemental cooling options
Cold aisle/hot aisle containment
WATER SUPPLY
* Importance of water supply and application areas
Backup water supply techniques
DESIGNING A SCALABLE NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE
* The importance of a Structured Cabling System
Planning considerations
Copper and Fiber cable technology and standards
ANSI/TIA-942 Cabling hierarchy and recommendations
Testing and verification
SAN storage cabling
Network redundancy
Building-to-building connectivity
Network monitoring system requirements
FIRE SUPPRESSION
* Standards for fire suppression
Detection systems
Various total flooding fire suppression techniques and systems, their
benefits and disadvantages
Handheld extinguishers
Signage and safety
Regulatory requirements and best practices
DATA CENTRE MONITORING
* Data centre monitoring requirements
EMS versus BMS
Water leak detection systems
Notification options and considerations
OPERATIONAL SECURITY AND SAFETY PRACTICES
* Data centre security layers
Physical, infrastructure and organisational security
Safety measures and essential signage
LABELLING
* Choosing a labelling scheme
Recommended labelling practices
Network labelling
DOCUMENTATION
* How to setup proper documentation
Document management policies and procedures
CLEANING
* Cleaning practices for the data centre
MTBF/MTTR
* Standards and definitions
Calculation models
The ?real? value
MAINTENANCE CONTRACTS/SLA/OLA
EXAM: CERTIFIED DATA CENTRE PROFESSIONAL
ADDITIONAL COURSE DETAILS:
Nexus Humans Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP) training program is a
workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and
masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward.
This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on
labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify
fundamental concepts.
Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical
skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm
of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course
ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success.
While we feel this is the best course for the Certified Data Centre Professional
(CDCP) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline
to make sure it is the right content for you.
Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available
both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at
your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.