Data Center Design and Operation

Overview:

Introduction:

This training program provides a thorough introduction to data center design and operation, focusing on foundational principles, infrastructure management, and operational best practices. Through it, participants will gain essential knowledge of data center systems, from power management and cooling to network integration, preparing them to optimize data center efficiency and reliability effectively.

Program Objectives:

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

• Understand core principles and components of data center design and operation.

• Implement best practices for efficient data center performance and reliability.

• Apply strategies for power, cooling, and environmental management.

• Develop expertise in monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting data center systems.

• Assess security considerations to ensure data center safety and continuity.

Targeted Audience:

• IT professionals.

• Data center managers and operators.

• Network engineers.

• Facility managers.

• System administrators.

Program Outline:

Unit 1:

Fundamentals of Data Center Design:

• Introduction to data center purpose and architecture.

• Key components of data center infrastructure, including power, cooling, and physical layout.

• Best practices for designing and planning data centers.

• Location and environmental factors critical to data center setup.

• Overview of data center standards and compliance requirements.

Unit 2:

Power and Environmental Management:

• Principles of power distribution and management within data centers.

• Understanding cooling systems, airflow management, and temperature control.

• Strategies for energy efficiency, including UPS systems and backup power solutions.

• Techniques for monitoring environmental conditions like humidity and air quality.

• Addressing power and cooling challenges to maintain operational reliability.

Unit 3:

Operational Monitoring and Security:

• Importance of real-time monitoring for data center health and performance.

• Tools and techniques for preventive and corrective maintenance.

• Techniques for implementing network security protocols and managing data flow within the data center.

• Risk management and disaster recovery planning.

• How to develop a comprehensive maintenance plan to ensure data center uptime and security.