This program is designed to prepare participants for the certification exam only.
The Certified Data Centre Specialist (CDCS) is a recognized credential that focuses on the structured design, configuration, and governance of modern data centres based on global standards. It introduces advanced principles in infrastructure planning, operational resilience, and facility compliance required for sustainable and efficient data centre environments. This training program presents the technical frameworks, redundancy models, and operational controls that define the performance, availability, and safety of enterprise data centre infrastructure.
Define the structure and technical functions of advanced data centre facilities.
Classify power distribution and redundancy systems according to industry models.
Outline environmental control principles for thermal management and efficiency.
Evaluate operational risks, compliance standards, and security structures.
Prepare for the CDCS certification exam.
Data centre engineers and infrastructure specialists.
IT facilities managers and operations supervisors.
Network, systems, and platform architects.
Enterprise continuity and infrastructure planners.
CDCS design scope and reference frameworks.
Structured zoning and layout optimization methods.
Cabling infrastructure and pathway separation techniques.
Tier classification models and expansion logic.
Documentation structures for facility planning.
Oversight on power infrastructure and electrical distribution systems.
Oversight on UPS design, operational topologies, and deployment models.
Oversight on generator systems, fuel strategies, and load considerations.
Oversight on redundancy models, including N, N+1, 2N, and 2N+1.
Electrical safety standards and operational guidelines.
Cooling systems in high density environments.
Oversight on CRAC/CRAH units, in row cooling, and containment.
Hot and cold aisle separation methods.
HVAC integration process and airflow efficiency.
Key activities for environmental monitoring and sensor configurations.
Risk domains, including environmental, technical, and human.
Physical access zoning and security principles.
Fire suppression systems and safety measures.
Maintenance schedules and asset documentation techniques.
Change control, monitoring, and governance protocols.
Domain coverage and content structure of the certification.
Key concepts, terminologies, and technical definitions.
Review of sample question types and answer structures.
Resources and study materials for exam preparation.