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Microsoft Authorized Academic Training Provider

Drake delivers training on Microsoft® networking technologies to students who wish to become network administrators and system managers. The training helps prepare students for industry-recognized certification for system engineers by using authorized materials and curriculum designed for the Microsoft Certified Professional program. We focus primarily on these Microsoft products:

  • Windows® 2000 operating systems with Internet Explorer (Professional and Server)
  • Exchange Server
  • Proxy Server
  • SQL Server™

The courses teach students how to design, support, and integrate computing systems with Microsoft products. The courses also help students prepare for MCP exams. By passing these exams, students can earn an industry-recognized credential concerning technical proficiency with Microsoft products. Our Microsoft-approved courses are delivered over the academic term usually in eight week mini-sessions.

Through the AATP program, Drake delivers technical training on Microsoft technology that meets the employment demands of the Huntsville community and the global information technology marketplace. Drake is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education and our instructors are certified in the area in which they teach.

Requirements for Windows 2000 Certification Track

MCSE candidates in the Windows® 2000 track are required to pass five core exams and two elective exams.
  • *70-210: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional
  • *70-215: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Server
  • *70-216: Implementing and Administering a Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Network Infrastructure
  • *70-217: Implementing and Administering a Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Employee DirectoryServices Infrastructure
  • **70-219: Designing a Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Employee DirectoryServices Infrastructure
  • **70-220: Designing Security for a Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Network
  • **70-221: Designing a Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Network Infrastructure
  • **Exam 70-226: Designing Highly Available Web Solutions with Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Server Technologies
  • +Exam 70-081: Implementing and Supporting Microsoft® Exchange Server 5.5
  • +Exam 70-088: Implementing and Supporting Microsoft® Proxy Server 2.0
  • +Exam 70-029: Designing and Implementing Databases with Microsoft® SQL Server™ 7.0

Course Offerings Subject To Change
*Required Core Exams
**Choose one for 5th Core
+Electives (2 required)


Authorized Academic Testing Center

Drake State delivers certification exams to our students. Students get a discount on selected MCP exams when they are taken through an Authorized Academic Testing Center. Contact our Testing Coordinator to schedule an exam.

A+ Certification Training

Students interested in learning about the hardware components of personal computers should review our CompTIA-sponsored testing program, the A+ Certification, that certifies the competency of entry-level (6 months experience) computer service technicians.

QUESTIONS?

Deloris Smothers

Microsoft Coordinator