Microsoft MCSE: Desktop Infrastructure (70-415 & 70-416)

Learn how to design, implement and maintain a Windows Server 2012 desktop infrastructure - in a virtualised environment. This course is 40% faster than traditional training.

Gaining the MCSE: Desktop Infrastructure certification proves that you can plan, configure, and implement Windows Server 2012 desktop services, such as:

• Desktop imaging and deployment
• Application / desktop virtualisation
• RDP access and infrastructure

Implementing a Desktop Infrastructure

• Implementing a Desktop Infrastructure
• Designing and Deploying Desktops
• Planning and Implementing a Remote Desktop Services Infrastructure
• Designing and Configuring Desktop Settings
• Managing and Maintaining a Desktop Infrastructure

Implementing Desktop Application Environments

• Designing and Preparing the Application Environment
• Designing and Implementing a Presentation Virtualisation Environment
• Designing and Implementing an Application Virtualisation Environment
• Deploying, Managing, and Maintaining the Application Environment
• Designing Business Continuity for the Desktop and Application Environment

You'll sit the following exam, which leads to the MCSE: Desktop Infrastructure certification:

• Exam 70-415: Implementing a Desktop Infrastructure
• Exam 70-416: Implementing Desktop Application Environments

Microsoft Official Curriculum

• MOC 20415: Implementing a Desktop Infrastructure
• MOC 20416: Implementing Desktop Application Environments

Before attending this course, you must have:

• Solid understanding of TCP/IP and networking concepts
• Solid knowledge of Windows and Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS)—for example, domain user accounts, domain vs. local user accounts, user profiles, and group membership
• Good understanding of scripts and batch files
• Solid understanding of security concepts such as authentication and authorization
• Familiarity with the client administration capabilities of Windows Server
• General knowledge of management tools such as System Center 2012 Configuration Manager, System Center 2012 Operations Manager, and System Center 2012 Data Protection Manager
• Familiarity with imaging, packaging, and operating system deployment concepts
• Familiarity with certificates and Certification Authority (CA) implementation and configuration
• Knowledge equivalent to Windows 2012 MCSA
• Experience administering Windows Server in an environment that typically has the following characteristics:
• 2,500 to 50,000 or more users
• Multiple physical locations and multiple domain controllers
• Network services and resources such as messaging, databases, file and print, firewalls, Internet access, an intranet, and client computer management
• Support for Windows 8 client desktops
• Deployment and management of both physical and virtual applications

Before you can get the MCSE: Desktop Infrastructure certification, you must have gained the MCSA: Windows Server 2012 certification.

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

• Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
• You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
• Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
• Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
• You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
• You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
• You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

*For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
**Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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