Key Learning Objectives:

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  1. Understand Core IT Components: Learn the fundamental building blocks of Enterprise IT, including Data Centers, Networks, Servers, and Storage.
  2. Recognize the Role of IT Infrastructure: Discover how IT Infrastructure supports Business Operations and how key components interact to ensure reliability and performance.
  3. Learn IT Security Essentials: Understand how Firewalls, Load Balancers, and other security measures protect Enterprise Environments from external threats.
  4. Explore Software and Applications: Gain insights into the Software and Applications that run on Enterprise Infrastructure, from Operating Systems to Databases and Business Applications.
  5. Build a Knowledge Base for ITIL or Advanced IT Topics: Develop a foundation that prepares you for more specialized learning, such as ITIL practices, Cloud Computing, or advanced Networking.


Target Audience:

  • Aspiring IT Professionals looking to begin their career in Enterprise IT.
  • Students interested in understanding Enterprise Technology and its components.
  • Professionals seeking to shift their career focus to IT Management or IT Service Operations.


Course Structure:

  • Module 1: Introduction to Enterprise IT Infrastructure
  • Module 2: Data Centers and Cloud Infrastructure
  • Module 3: Networking Basics – Switches, Routers, and Firewalls
  • Module 4: Understanding Servers – Web, Application, and Database Servers
  • Module 5: IT Security Essentials – Load Balancers and Firewalls
  • Module 6: Introduction to Operating Systems and Software
  • Module 7: Data Management – Databases and Storage Solutions
  • Module 8: Putting It All Together – Real-World IT Infrastructure


This Basics of Enterprise IT course will empower you with the foundational knowledge needed to navigate the complex world of IT Infrastructure and position you for further success in your IT Career Journey!

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  • What is Enterprise IT?

  • Core Components of Enterprise IT Infrastructure

  • How IT Infrastructure Supports Business Operations

  • Key Roles and Responsibilities in Enterprise IT

  • Quiz – Test Your Knowledge

  • What is a Data Center?

  • Data Center Components

  • Introduction to Cloud Infrastructure

  • Comparing On-Premises Data Centers and Cloud Infrastructure

  • Virtualization and Automation in Modern Data Centers

  • Quiz – Test Your Knowledge

  • Introduction to Networking Concepts

  • What is a Switch?

  • What is a Router?

  • What is a Firewall?

  • Network Security and Best Practices

  • Quiz - Test Your Knowledge

  • What is a Server?

  • What is a Web Server?

  • What is an Application Server?

  • What is a Database Server?

  • How These Servers Work Together

  • Server Management Best Practices

  • Quiz – Test Your Knowledge

  • Introduction to Load Balancers

  • Introduction to Firewalls

  • How Load Balancers and Firewalls Work Together

  • Best Practices for Managing Load Balancers and Firewalls

  • Quiz – Test Your Knowledge

  • What is an Operating System (OS)?

  • Operating System Architecture

  • System Software vs. Application Software

  • Role of Operating Systems in Enterprise IT

  • Virtualization and Containerization

  • Software Maintenance

  • Quiz – Test Your Knowledge

  • What is a Database?

  • SQL vs. NoSQL Databases

  • Database Management Systems (DBMS)

  • Storage Solutions in Enterprise IT

  • Data Security and Backup Strategies

  • Quiz – Test Your Knowledge

  • Overview of IT Infrastructure Components

  • Designing an IT Infrastructure for a Small Business

  • Scaling IT Infrastructure for Enterprise

  • Security and Disaster Recovery

  • Monitoring, Maintenance, and Optimization

  • Quiz – Test Your Knowledge

  • Course Final