Introduction

Achieve Microsoft's premier credential - the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE). Ideal for professionals who analyse the business requirements and design and implement the infrastructure for business solutions based on the Microsoft Windows 2003 platform and Microsoft Windows Server System. Implementation responsibilities include installing, configuring, and troubleshooting network 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 Get:

MCSE E-Learning Packages With Elective Options

MCSE E-Learning Overview

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MCSE 'CertSaver' E-Learning Packages

The MCSE programme is designed to provide the highest level of eduction and experience for those who design and implement infrastructure solutions for diverse business requirements. Rezound provide combinations of E-Learning courses to allow you to achieve the most appropriate MCSE design and elective combinations.

To fulfill the recommended learning for the six 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:

MCSE Core Requirement

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

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

Option One: MCSE with Security Design Elective

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

INCLUDES SEVEN MeasureUp Practice Software 180-Day Downloads (RRP 385 GBP*1 = 566 Euro*1 = 781 USD*1) for examinations:

To begin on this exciting study path:

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

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

INCLUDES SEVEN MeasureUp Practice Software 180-Day Downloads (RRP 385 GBP*1 = 566 Euro*1 = 781 USD*1) for examinations:

To begin on this exciting study path:

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Option Three: MCSE with Small Business Solution Elective

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

INCLUDES SEVEN MeasureUp Practice Software 180-Day Downloads (RRP 385 GBP*1 = 566 Euro*1 = 781 USD*1) for examinations:

To begin on this exciting study path:

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Audience

The MCSE certification is appropriate for:

Examination Requirements

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

Core Examinations - Six Required

Elective Examinations - One Required

Together with the core exams, the elective exams provide a valid and reliable measure of technical proficiency and expertise in solution design and implementation. MCSE candidates should also have at least one year of experience implementing and administering network operating systems and desktop 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 MCSE. Please contact us for other possible permutations.

Core Examinations - Six Required

Core Exams: Networking System - Four 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)*
Exam 70-293: Planning and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure Course 2278: Planning and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure (22 hours)*
Exam 70-294: Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure Course 2279: Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure (20 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)*
 
Core Exams: Design - One Exam Required eLearning Training
Exam 70-297: Designing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and Network Infrastructure Course 2282: Designing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and Network Infrastructure (15 hours 30 minutes)*
Exam 70-298: Designing Security for a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Course 2830: Designing Security for Microsoft Networks (18 hours)*

Elective Examinations - One Exam Required

Elective Exams - One Exam Required eLearning Training
Exam 70-282: Designing, Deploying, and Managing a Network Solution for a Small- and Medium-Sized Business

MCSE Option Three

Course 5974: Designing, Deploying, and Managing a Network Solution for the Small and Medium-Sized Business (14 hours)*
Exam 70-284: Implementing and Managing Microsoft Exchange Server 2003

MCSE 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 70-285: Designing a Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 Organization Course 2008: Designing a Microsoft Exchange Server 2003 Organization (16 hours)*
Exam 70-297: Designing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and Network Infrastructure

NB Can only be used once as an Elective OR Core Design element

Course 2282: Designing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory and Network Infrastructure (15 hours 30 minutes)*
Exam 70-298: Designing Security for a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network

NB Can only be used once as an Elective OR Core Design element

MCSE Option One

Course 2830: Designing Security for Microsoft Networks (18 hours)*
MCSA on Microsoft Windows 2000 N/A
MCSE on Microsoft Windows 2000 N/A
CompTIA Security+ CompTIA Security+

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* approximate completion time