Data Center Design Course Overview
Briefly :
This Data Center Design Course equips you with best practices for designing and laying out infrastructure for data centers and computer rooms. The course emphasizes global standards for specifying, sizing, and designing mission-critical facilities.
Program Overview
This essential course is designed for individuals seeking to showcase their technical expertise in data center design and apply best practices to meet diverse conditions. The program offers a comprehensive curriculum, exploring the critical elements of data center design. It adheres to industry standards such as TIA-942, BICSI ANSI 002-009, and the Uptime Institute.
Program Contents
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Site Selection:
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Factors: Location, natural environment considerations, access, utilities, and risk analysis.
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Electrical Systems:
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Key Topics: System requirements, availability and uptime, redundancy levels (N, N+1, 2N+1), capacity planning.
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Mechanical Systems:
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Focus Areas: Cooling technologies (CRAHs, CRACs), temperature and humidity controls, mechanical class ratings.
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Security:
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Coverage: Security layers, disaster recovery planning, surveillance policies, and procedures.
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Ancillary Systems:
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Topics: Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM), Building Automation Systems (BAS), and other recommendations.
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Telecommunications Infrastructure:
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Key Topics: Cabling classifications, redundant pathways, cabling topology, and backbone design.
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What You Will Learn ?
Upon completing this course, you will be able to:
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Select the appropriate availability class based on site and client requirements.
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Identify and select a suitable site for building and operating a sustainable data center.
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Apply best practices when constructing a new data center or upgrading an existing one.
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Integrate sustainability concepts into data center design.
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Configure electrical and mechanical systems for data centers.
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Calculate UPS sizing and cooling requirements.
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Design high-availability telecom infrastructures.
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Develop a robust security plan encompassing electronic and architectural best practices.
