Energy and Cost Management in Data Centers

  • Framework: Level 3
  • PDHs 21
  • Duration: 3 day intensive classroom
  • Locations:
    New York 21/05/2012 3 Days

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  • Languages: English
  • Fees: $2850 / €2150 / £1750

This course explicitly deals with an organisation’s strategy as it relates to the effective use of energy by software, ICT systems and support infrastructure (mechanical and electrical systems) within the data center. It will impart an understanding of the use and cost of energy in data center with an appreciation of the contributing factors, awareness of best practices at a high-level and strategies to control and manage energy efficiency in data centers.

Those completing the course will also gain an understanding of what metering is required to comply with the CRC.

Candidates can expect to gain knowledge and understanding in the following areas upon successful completion of the education and examination components related to this certification.

  • Why managing data centre energy and cost is important
  • Explain what energy and cost management in the data centre involves
  • Predicting and demonstrating appropriate management steps
  • Compare and distinguish between energy and cost management options

Course outline and main topics covered

  1. Macro Trends
  2. Data Center Energy Business Drivers
  3. Energy Legislation/Measurement and Metrics
  4. Data Center Maturity
  5. Data Center Cost Management -- Utilities
  6. Holistic Management and Roles
  7. Data Center Design -- Efficiency Imperatives
  8. IT Equipment (Server, Storage, Network)
  9. Power Management and Environmentals
  10. Cooling and Electrical System Efficiencies
  11. System Level Efficiencies and Future Trends