Data Centre Foundation Certificate

Data Centre Foundation Certificate

EXIN EPI® DCFC® 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

Required reading

Course material provided by the trainer

  • Details
  • Downloads
Duration: 1 hour
Number of questions: 40 (Multiple Choice)
Pass mark: 60%
Open book: No
Electronic equipment allowed: No
Level: Foundation
ECTS credits: 2
Available languages: English, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese