Data Center Virtualization And Cloud Computing Training Course

Introduction

The Training Course on Data Center Virtualization and Cloud Computing is designed to equip IT professionals and organizational leaders with the knowledge and skills to optimize IT infrastructure, enhance operational efficiency, and enable scalability through virtualization and cloud technologies. This course explores the principles of data center design, virtualization frameworks, and cloud computing models. Participants will learn how to deploy and manage virtualized environments, integrate cloud solutions, and leverage the benefits of modern IT practices to reduce costs and improve performance. The training emphasizes practical applications, security considerations, and industry best practices for implementing virtualization and cloud solutions.

Target Audience
This course is ideal for:

• IT managers and system administrators responsible for data center operations.
• Cloud architects and virtualization engineers.
• Network and infrastructure specialists seeking to enhance their skills.
• CIOs and IT decision-makers exploring cloud adoption strategies.
• Professionals involved in digital transformation and IT modernization initiatives.
• Anyone seeking to gain expertise in data center virtualization and cloud computing.

Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of data center virtualization and its role in IT efficiency.

• Identify and implement virtualization technologies for servers, storage, and networks.
• Explore cloud computing concepts, service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), and deployment models (private, public, hybrid).
• Design and manage virtualized data center environments to enhance scalability and flexibility.
• Integrate cloud solutions into existing IT infrastructures.
• Apply best practices in virtualization and cloud security to ensure data protection and compliance.
• Analyze the cost-benefit of virtualization and cloud adoption for organizations.
• Troubleshoot and optimize virtualized and cloud-based environments for peak performance.
• Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in virtualization and cloud computing.
• Develop strategies for achieving business continuity and disaster recovery using cloud and virtualized platforms.

This training course provides hands-on experience and expert insights to help professionals unlock the potential of virtualization and cloud computing for their organizations, paving the way for innovation and growth in the digital era.

Duration

10 Days

COURSE CONTENT

Introduction to Data Center Virtualization and Cloud Computing

• Overview of data center technologies
• Key concepts of virtualization and cloud computing
• Benefits and challenges of virtualization and cloud adoption

Data Center Architecture and Virtualization Principles

• Components of modern data centers
• Virtualization frameworks: server, storage, and network virtualization
• Virtual machines (VMs) vs. containers

Virtualization Technologies and Platforms

• Overview of leading platforms (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM, etc.)
• Installation and configuration of virtualization platforms
• Licensing and resource allocation

Server Virtualization

• Virtual machine creation, management, and deployment
• Resource optimization (CPU, memory, and storage)
• Load balancing and high availability

Network Virtualization

• Software-defined networking (SDN) fundamentals
• Virtual switches and network segmentation
• Configuring virtual network environments

Storage Virtualization

• Principles of storage virtualization
• Configuring shared storage and SAN/NAS integration
• Storage optimization techniques

Introduction to Cloud Computing

• Cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
• Cloud deployment models (public, private, hybrid)
• Cloud adoption strategies for organizations

Cloud Architecture and Platforms

• Overview of cloud platforms (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, etc.)
• Setting up cloud environments
• Comparing on-premises vs. cloud-based solutions

Hybrid Cloud and Multi-Cloud Environments

• Integration of on-premises data centers with cloud solutions
• Managing multi-cloud strategies
• Ensuring interoperability between cloud environments

Virtualization and Cloud Security

• Security challenges in virtualized and cloud environments
• Implementing access controls and identity management
• Best practices for securing data and workloads

Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity

• Backup and recovery strategies in virtualized and cloud environments
• High availability and fault tolerance techniques
• Disaster recovery as a service (DRaaS)

Performance Monitoring and Optimization

• Tools for monitoring virtualized environments
• Cloud performance metrics and optimization techniques
• Troubleshooting common issues in virtualized setups

Automation in Virtualized and Cloud Environments

• Introduction to Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Automation tools (Terraform, Ansible, etc.)
• Streamlining operations with cloud orchestration

Cost Management and Optimization

• Analyzing total cost of ownership (TCO) for virtualization and cloud computing
• Implementing cost optimization techniques
• Budgeting and resource planning in cloud environments

Emerging Trends in Virtualization and Cloud Computing

• Advances in edge computing and serverless architectures
• AI and machine learning integration in cloud environments
• The role of 5G in data center and cloud innovations

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 7 working days before commencement of the training.