Introduction

Achieve the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) on Microsoft Windows 2003 certification! Designed for professionals who implement, manage and troubleshoot existing Windows Server 2003 based infrastructures. Implementation responsibilities include installing and configuring parts of the systems. Management responsibilities include administering and supporting the systems.

Rezound provide a collection of excellent value sophisticated E-Learning (eLearning) environments that utilise the best in on-line learning available. Each course is structured and will help the learner meet the requirements of Microsoft's certification programmes. To consolidate the learner's progress we also provide MeasureUp certification practice test software.

In a Nutshell - What You Receive:

MCSA E-Learning Packages With Elective Options

MCSA E-Learning Overview

*1 actual prices calculated daily against GBP confirmed at time of order. NB VAT applies.   *2 bandwidth test provided prior to purchase.

MCSA 'CertSaver' E-Learning Packages

The MCSA programme is designed to provide the highest level of education and experience for those who implement, manage, and troubleshoot existing Windows Server 2000 and Windows Server 2003 based infrastructures. Rezound provide combinations of E-Learning courses to allow you to achieve the most appropriate MCSA design and elective combinations.

To fulfill the recommended learning for the three core and one elective examinations the learner will need to study the courses described below under 'Core Requirement' and then the courses under one of the 'Options' listed below:

MCSA Core Requirement

These courses provide the 'core requirement' for 'Networking System' and 'Client Operating System' examinations:

The above courses are included with each of the options below.

Option One: MCSA with TS: Microsoft Exchange Server 2007, Configuring

This option includes all five core requirement courses plus the following for the 'Elective':

OFFER INCLUDES FOUR MeasureUp Practice Software 180-Day Downloads (RRP 220 GBP = 327 Euro = 446 USD) for examinations:

As a bonus, you'll cover the recommended learning path for: TS: Microsoft Exchange Server 2007, Configuring as you work through this material!

To begin on this exciting study path:

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Option Two: MCSA with Microsoft Exchange 2003 Implementation & Management Elective

This option includes all five core requirement courses plus the following for the 'Elective':

OFFER INCLUDES FOUR MeasureUp Practice Software 180-Day Downloads (RRP 220 GBP = 327 Euro = 446 USD) for examinations:

To begin on this exciting study path:

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Option Three: MCSA with TS: Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0, Implementing and Managing

This option includes all five core requirement courses plus the following for the 'Elective':

OFFER INCLUDES THREE MeasureUp Practice Software 180-Day Downloads (RRP 165 GBP = 245 Euro = 334 USD) for examinations:

At the present time there is no MeasureUp for:

As a bonus, you'll cover the recommended learning path for: TS: Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0, Implementing and Managing as you work through this material!

To begin on this exciting study path:

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Option Four: MCSA with TS: Windows Server 2003 Hosted Environments, Configuring, and Managing

This option includes all five core requirement courses plus the following for the 'Elective':

OFFER INCLUDES THREE MeasureUp Practice Software 180-Day Downloads (RRP 165 GBP = 245 Euro = 334 USD) for examinations:

At the present time there is no MeasureUp for:

As a bonus, you'll cover the recommended learning path for: TS: Windows Server 2003 Hosted Environments, Configuring, and Managing

To begin on this exciting study path:

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Option Five: MCSA with TS: Microsoft Windows Vista Client, Configuring

This option includes all five core requirement courses plus the following for the 'Elective':

OFFER INCLUDES FOUR MeasureUp Practice Software 180-Day Downloads (RRP 220 GBP = 327 Euro = 446 USD) for examinations:

As a bonus, you'll cover the recommended learning path for: TS: Microsoft Windows Vista Client, Configuring

To begin on this exciting study path:

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Option Six: MCSA with TS: Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, Configuring

This option includes all five core requirement courses plus the following for the 'Elective':

OFFER INCLUDES THREE MeasureUp Practice Software 180-Day Downloads (RRP 165 GBP = 245 Euro = 334 USD) for examinations:

At the present time there is no MeasureUp for:

As a bonus, you'll cover the recommended learning path for: TS: Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, Configuring

To begin on this exciting study path:

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Option Seven: MCSA with TS: Microsoft Windows SharePoint Services 3.0, Configuring

This option includes all five core requirement courses plus the following for the 'Elective':

OFFER INCLUDES FOUR MeasureUp Practice Software 180-Day Downloads (RRP 220 GBP = 327 Euro = 446 USD) for examinations:

As a bonus, you'll cover the recommended learning path for: TS: Microsoft Windows SharePoint Services 3.0, Configuring

To begin on this exciting study path:

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Audience

The MCSA certification is appropriate for:

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Examination Requirements

MCSA candidates on the Microsoft Windows Server 2003 track are required to satisfy the following requirements:

Core Examinations - Three Required

Elective Examinations - One Required

Together with the core exams, the elective exams provide a valid and reliable measure of technical proficiency and expertise to successfully manage and maintain the typically complex computing environment of medium-to-large-sized companies. MCSA candidates should have 6–12 months of experience administering client and network operating systems.

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Examination to Course Requirements

The table below presents a simplified set of combinations of examinations to Microsoft courses to achieve the MCSA. Please contact us for other possible permutations.

Core Examinations - Three Required

Core Exams: Networking System - Two Exams Required eLearning Training
Exam 70-290: Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment Course 2274: Managing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment (21 hours)*

AND

Course 2275: Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment (17 hours)*
Exam 70-291: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure Course 2276: Implementing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Hosts (10 hours)*

and

Course 2277: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Services (24 hours)*
 
Core Exams: Client Operating System - One Exam Required eLearning Training
Exam 70-270: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional Course 2285: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional (8 hours)*
 

Elective Examinations - One Exam Required

Elective Exams - One Exam Required eLearning Training

70-236: TS: Microsoft Exchange Server 2007, Configuring

MCSA Option One

 Course 5051: Monitoring and Troubleshooting Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 (12 hours)*

and

Course 5093: Installing and Configuring Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 (14 hours)*

and

Course 5094: Managing Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 (14 hours)*

or

Course 5097: Upgrading Core Skills to Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 (14 hours)*

Exam 70-284: Implementing and Managing Microsoft Exchange Server 2003

MCSA Option Two

 Course 5148: Implementing a Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 Messaging Environment (14 hours)*

and

Course 5149: Managing a Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 Messaging Environment (14 hours)*

and

Course 2008: Designing a Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 Organization (16 hours)*

Exam 70-500: TS: Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0, Implementing and Managing

MCSA Option Three

 Course 5139: Designing, Implementing, and Managing a Microsoft Windows Mobile Infrastructure*

70-501: TS: Windows Server 2003 Hosted Environments, Configuring, and Managing

MCSA Option Four

 Course 5237: Configuring and Managing Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Hosted Environments (12 hours)*

70-620: TS: Microsoft Windows Vista Client, Configuring

MCSA Option Five

 Course 5347: Installing and Configuring Windows Vista (12 hours)*

and

Course 5354: Configuring Windows Vista Networking and Security (10 hours)*

and

Course 5360: Configuring Windows Vista Applications and Devices (10 hours)*

or

Course 5103: Upgrade Skills to Configure Windows Vista (16 hours)*

70-630: TS: Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, Configuring

MCSA Option Five

 Course 5404: Implementing Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 (12 hours)*

70-631: TS: Microsoft Windows SharePoint Services 3.0, Configuring

MCSA Option Seven

 Course 5403: Implementing Microsoft Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 (12 hours)*

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* approximate completion time