Device Configuration and Management
What is on this Device Configuration & Management course?
In this Device Configuration and Management course, learners will cover all aspects of the setup and management of a range of hardware and software including Windows Operating Software.
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What qualification will I get?
After completing this course successfully, you’ll receive a Certiport Device Configuration and Management Certificate. The certificate is designed to validate your skills in installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Windows devices.
How is the Device Configuration and Management course assessed?
Throughout the tutor-led Device Configuration and Management course your progress will be assessed by your tutor, who will use those assessments to monitor your learning. There will also be a final certification exam.
Self-led learners will receive an exam voucher which can be used for an attempt at the certification exam.
Overview
Duration: 5 Days
Certification: Certiport Device Configuration and Management Certificate
Rate: £600 - £900
Fundamental skills around hardware and software setup and management.
- Windows Installation and Configuration
- Application and Peripheral Management
- Data Access and Management
- Device Security
- Windows Management and Troubleshooting
What modules will be on the Device Configuration and Management course?
The modules in this Device Configuration and Management course will take learners through the process of setup and management of devices and peripherals, device security, and troubleshooting problems.
Windows Configuration and Installation
Install and configure the Windows operating system including tasks like setting up user accounts, configuring system settings and managing updates.
- Install Windows using default settings
- Configure user account options
- Desktop settings
- Managing accessibility
- Managing updates
Application and Peripheral Management
This module covers the installation, management, and troubleshooting of software applications and peripheral devices like printers.
- Manage applications and Windows features
- Setup and manage peripheral equipment
- Compare connection types
Data Access and Management
The data access and storage module involves configuring permissions, setting up shared folders, and ensuring data security and integrity.
- Understanding cloud services
- Understanding and configuring storage, file sharing, and permissions
- Managing backup and restoration
- Handling data access and retention
Device Security
Learning how to secure devices against common threats, including implementing security policies, managing antivirus software, and configuring firewalls.
- Understanding network firewall settings
- User authentication
- Learning mitigation methods for system attacks
- Managing user access control settings
- Mobile device security
Windows Management and Troubleshooting
Diagnosing and solving issues with hardware, software, and peripherals. This module covers a range of troubleshooting techniques and tools to ensure devices run smoothly.
- Troubleshooting OS and application issues
- Managing and troubleshooting devices
- Troubleshooting network and domain issues
- Troubleshooting peripheral device connections
Where does the Device Configuration and Management course take place?
The course will be taught fully online with face-to-face classes with our experienced tutors, so you can complete the course from the comfort of your own home. The exam will also be taken online.
For the self-led course, learning materials will be made available via an online portal. Learners will receive account information after signing up, within the first 48 hours.
The exam will also be taken online.
Because the courses are online, you’ll need access to a computer and a reliable internet connection to take part. Our online courses are easy to get started with and support interactive learning.
What can I do after this course?
The Device Configuration and Management course teaches learners everything they need to know to setup, manage and troubleshoot issues with Windows devices. The core information in this course is ideal for learners in roles like:
- IT Support Specialist
- Help Desk Technician
- Systems Administrator
- Network Administrator
The knowledge gained on this course is a good starting point for further learning including network courses, cloud courses, or additional support learning.
FAQ
The Device Configuration and Management course takes place over 5 working days, usually starting on a Monday and involving sessions running from 9am – 4pm.
Self-led courses can begin as soon as learners receive their account information. This information will be emailed to learners with 48 hours of registration.
You can sign up as many candidates as you like, we will just need some basic information for each learner. For tutor-led courses, we will get in touch to organise the best dates.
There aren’t any specific prerequisites for this course, but basic knowledge of how to use a computer is needed.
The price for the Device Configuration course including the training and the certification exam is £900.
For the self-led course, the price for access to the learning materials and the certification email is £600.
Tutor-led Course
Portland’s tutor-led courses give learners a structured syllabus to work through, and ongoing contact with an expert tutor ensures learners are well supported.
- Sessions led by expert tutors who guide your learning throughout.
- A structured approach on a defined schedule to help learners pass certification exams.
- Ongoing contact and feedback to fully support learners through their course.
Self-led Course
Self-led courses give learners the materials they need pass the Device Configuration and Management exam, and puts learners in control of their own learning.
- Comprehensive learning materials, designed to be easy to understand and learn.
- Learn at your own pace and in your own way.
- Includes an exam voucher for learners to tackle the CompTIA exam when they are ready.
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