Data Center Fundamentals: A General Introduction course will help you understand the fundamentals of the world of data centers, the fastest growing segment of the design and construction industry. By the end of this course, you will have more data center jargon and knowledge than 90% of the people in the industry.
From Google to Microsoft, from 5G to blockchain, from selfies to self-driving cars, the Internet is expected to become an integral part of our lives, all supported by a variety of huge facilities called data centers. Our digital footprint grows exponentially every year, and this data is transmitted, stored and processed through the largest energy-intensive buildings on the planet. This course is designed to introduce you to the world of data centers. We explore the many standards, terms, and acronyms used when discussing and navigating these critical sites. In this course we will cover the following:
- History, types and sizes. Learn about the types of data centers you may encounter.
- Standards and Objectives: Explore different levels of reliability and their importance to different types of owners.
- Components. Learn about the hardware and systems that support your data center.
- Terms and abbreviations. Learn common definitions, definitions, and guidelines for data center terminology.
- Safety, security and more: Check out all the other important considerations involved in data center design and construction.
By taking this course, you will improve your data center knowledge and skills and prepare yourself to work in this fast-growing industry.
What you’ll learn in the Data Center Fundamentals: General Introduction course
- Introduction to data centers, their types, sizes and priorities.
- Brief history of technology
- Types and sizes of data centers
- Different priorities of data centers: from finance to search engines and blockchain.
- Auxiliary equipment, systems and controls
Who is this course suitable for?
- Students and anyone who wants to learn more about where the Internet lives.
- architects
- engineering design specialists
- energy managers
- object operators
- contractors