Data Centre Foundation Certificate

EPI Data Centre Foundation Certificate is designed to deliver foundation knowledge about data centre facilities infrastructure. It provides candidates with a global overview and knowledge of data centres which will be of advantage to the candidates who are looking at joining the ranks of professionals working in the data centre, ICT, infrastructure or the mechanical and electrical (M&E) design industries. It will also form a solid foundation for professionals who wish to pursue their studies either academically or to further their industry specialisation with professional certification on data centre design/build, operations/governance and/or standards/compliance.

Who is this certification for?

This certification is ideal for any student in colleges, universities or polytechnics pursuing a diploma/degree related to ICT, Architecture, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or Telecommunications. This programme is also a perfect fit for those switching industries and who want to enter the data centre industry.

Main subjects

• History of Data Centres
• The Data Centre and its Relation to Business
• Data Centre Standards
• Data Centre Site Selection
• Data Centre Facilities Areas
• Topology Designs
• Components of the Power Infrastructure
• Lights
• Cooling Infrastructure
• ICT/Network Infrastructure
• Data Centre Security
• Fire Suppression
• Monitoring and reporting

Exam Details

• Duration: 1 hour
• Number of questions: 40 (Multiple Choice) 
• Pass mark: 60% 
• Open book: No 
• Electronic equipment allowed: No 
• Level: Foundation 
• Available languages: English

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