Introduction
This comprehensive 10-day training program is designed to prepare professionals for the role of a Certified Data Center Management Professional (CDCMP). As data centers are critical infrastructure supporting modern business operations, their efficient and reliable management is paramount. The course provides an in-depth understanding of key operational, technical, and managerial aspects of data center environments. Participants will be equipped with industry best practices, risk management strategies, compliance insights, and leadership capabilities necessary to ensure the continuity, performance, and sustainability of data center operations.
Objectives
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Understand the fundamentals of data center infrastructure and operations.
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Learn how to manage capacity, energy, cooling, and resources effectively.
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Apply industry standards for risk management and business continuity.
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Develop strategic leadership and project management skills for data centers.
Target Audience
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Data Center Managers
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IT Operations Professionals
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Facilities Managers
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Network and Systems Engineers
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Infrastructure Consultants
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Project Managers overseeing data center operations
Training Program Outline
Day 1: Data Center Overview and Standards
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Introduction to data center types and classifications
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Role of data centers in digital infrastructure
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International standards: TIA-942, Uptime Institute, ISO/IEC
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Certification pathways and industry credentials
Day 2: Data Center Facility Design Principles
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Site selection criteria and risk assessment
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Physical layout planning
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Electrical and mechanical systems overview
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Redundancy levels (N, N+1, 2N)
Day 3: Power Systems and Electrical Management
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Power distribution architecture
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Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems
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Generators and fuel management
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Electrical safety and grounding
Day 4: Cooling and Environmental Control
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HVAC principles in data centers
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Hot aisle/cold aisle containment
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Raised floor vs slab design
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Environmental monitoring systems
Day 5: IT Infrastructure and Cabling Management
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Network topologies and structured cabling
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Patch panel management
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Fiber and copper considerations
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Asset tracking and documentation
Day 6: Data Center Operations and Monitoring
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Daily operational procedures and checklists
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Incident and change management
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Use of DCIM (Data Center Infrastructure Management) tools
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KPI and SLA management
Day 7: Risk Management and Business Continuity
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Identifying data center risks (natural, human, technical)
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Fire protection systems and physical security
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Disaster recovery planning
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Business continuity frameworks
Day 8: Energy Efficiency and Sustainability
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Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) and Data Center Optimization
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Green data center practices
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Renewable energy integration
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Regulatory and environmental compliance
Day 9: Data Center Project and Capacity Management
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Planning for growth and capacity management
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Budgeting and cost analysis
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Vendor management and procurement strategies
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Managing upgrades and migration projects
Day 10: Leadership, Compliance & Review
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Leadership and communication in data center management
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Compliance with industry and legal requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA)
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Final Q&A and assessment readiness
