Data Center Design Awareness Course

  • Framework: Level 1
  • PDHs 21
  • Duration: 3 day intensive classroom
  • Locations:
    New York 21/05/2012 3 Days Book now
    San Jose 11/06/2012 3 Days Book now
    San Francisco 18/06/2012 3 Days Book now
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  • Languages: English / Español / Português
  • Fees: $1950 / €1500 / £1250

This course will introduce the student to all of the main disciplines associated with a data center (see
list below). The material focuses on the important design considerations and the key skills required in order to understand the design concepts applicable to each discipline and their interdependencies.
With the introduction of real life experiences through classroom interaction and the development
of a design exercise over the duration of the course, students will experience a more innovative
learning experience. To further enhance the understanding of more complex data center systems and technologies the material includes cutting edge graphics, created by the latest data center simulation software*.


This course has been developed with the input of leading international industry experts, and is delivered by trainers with many years experience in designing, building and operating data centers themselves.


* Collaboration with Future Facilities Ltd.

Course outline and main topics covered

  1. A history of the data center industry: From punch cards to PUE
  2. Explanation of key terminology, definitions and institutions
  3. The business justification for data centers and performing business needs assessments
  4. Understanding facility criticality classifications, reliability and availability
  5. Assessing the impact of downtime and risk analysis
  6. Site selection and local environmental considerations
  7. European, US and International metrics, standards and regulations overview
  8. Architectural design recommendations
  9. IT Architecture and network design strategies
  10. Infrastructure connectivity: copper and fibre
  11. Computer room layout and design considerations
  12. Critical power systems and electrical component design
  13. Cooling system options and environmental control
  14. Fire prevention, protection and facility security systems
  15. Control systems: From Building Management and Automation Systems to DCIM
  16. Project planning, commissioning and handover