Fundamentals Of Active Directory 55152A | Microsoft Windows in Pretoria

Fundamentals of Active Directory 55152A​ Course Outline

Module 1: Principles of Active Directory

• Development of Active Directory
• What is X.500?
• LDAP
• Active Directory Architecture
• NTLM and Kerberos
• Managing Operating Systems with GPOs, Workplace Join and InTune
• Active Directory Groups: Domain Local, Global and Universal
• Using and Managing Active Directory Domain Controllers
• Forest and Domain Functional Levels
• Introduction to Active Directory Partitions and the Global Catalog
• Basic Forest Structure and Design
• Basic Domain Structure and Design
• Basic OU Structure and Design
• Describe the Key Features and Editions of Active Directory
• Principal Components of Active Directory including Sites, Domains, OUs and their use
• Authentication Mechanisms
• Common Design Scenarios
• Techniques used by Active Directory to Manage Computers and Network Resources

Module 2: Fundamentals of WAN Management with Active Directory

• Understanding AD Sites and WAN Traffic Management
• Basic AD Sites and Logon Traffic
• Introduction to AD Sites and Replication Traffic
• Bridgehead Servers and Site Link Objects
• Site Aware Applications
• Key Features in Active Directory
• Function of the Knowledge Consistency Checker and the Inter-Site Topology Generator.
• Fundamentals of WAN Design with Active Directory
• Resolve Common WAN Traffic Issues

Module 3: Introduction to Active Directory Group Policy Objects

• Introduction to Group Policy
• Administrative Templates
• Fundamental Concepts of GPO Scripts
• Introduction to Creating and Using GPOs
• Principles of Managing Multiple GPOs
• Block, Enforce and Inheritance
• GPOs and Active Directory Versions
• Introduction to Controlling and Installing Software with GPOs, SRP and App Locker
• Key Features, Editions, and Hardware Requirements of the Active Directory Group Policy
• Principles of Managing Multiple GPOs and Inheritance
• Upgrade and Migrate to new Administrative Templates
• Understand Block, Enforce, GPO Scripts and Container Linking
• Introduction to Software Installation with GPOs and Application Control
• Resolve Common Issues

Module 4: Principles of Active Directory Integration

• Active Directory and “The Cloud”
• User Principle Names, Authentication, and Active Directory Federated Services
• Conclusion, Additional Resources, Labs, and Exercises

Lab 1: What Version of Active Directory are you Running?

• Determine Server Operating System Version of a Domain Controller
• Determine Domain Functional Level
• Determine Forest Functional Level
• Raise Domain and Forest Functional Level
• Create a Logical Active Directory Diagram

Lab 2: Authenticate with a UPN Logon

• Authenticate and Login using both Pre-Windows 2000 and User Principle Name Login Methods
• Understand the Use and Limitations of Active Directory Authentication Methods

Lab 3: Explore Active Directory Objects and Utilities

• Explore and Use the Active Directory Users and Computers Utility
• Create OU Containers, Users and Delegate Rights and Permissions
• Explore the Active Directory Administrative Center
• Understand Common Issues

Lab 4: Explore the default GPO Configuration

• Explore and Use the Group Policy Management Editor
• Explore and Understand the Settings in the Default Active Directory GPOs

Lab 5: Make your own GPO

• Create a new Group Policy Object using the Group Policy Management Editor
• Apply and Test Application of the New GPO

Who should attend this Fundamentals of Active Directory 55152A Training Course?

This Fundamentals of Active Directory 55152A Training Course is designed for individuals who want to gain a strong foundational understanding of Active Directory, a Microsoft technology used for managing users, groups, computers, and resources within a network environment. This training course is beneficial for the following professionals:

• IT Professionals
• System Administrators
• Network Administrators
• Security Professionals
• Helpdesk Support Staff
• Technical Support Staff
• Entrepreneurs

Prerequisites of the Fundamentals of Active Directory 55152A Training Course

There are no formal prerequisites for this Fundamentals of Active Directory 55152A Training Course. However, basic knowledge of IT concepts and networking would be beneficial for the delegates.

Fundamentals of Active Directory 55152A Course Overview

The Fundamentals of Active Directory 55152A Course introduces the core concepts of Active Directory and its role within Windows Server environments. It covers domains, forests, organisational units (OUs), authentication, replication, sites, and Group Policy.

Delegates will develop skills in managing Active Directory objects, working with Group Policy Objects (GPOs), identifying functional levels, and using common administrative utilities. The training also develops practical knowledge of authentication methods, permissions, and WAN-related Active Directory management.

This 1-Day course by The Knowledge Academy enables delegates to perform fundamental Active Directory administration tasks. They will be able to create users and OUs, delegate permissions, configure and test GPOs, verify functional levels, and work with Active Directory authentication methods.

Fundamentals of Active Directory 55152A Course Objectives

• To understand the core architecture and components of Active Directory
• To understand domains, forests, OUs, and domain controllers
• To identify Active Directory sites, replication, and WAN traffic considerations
• To develop skills in creating and managing Active Directory objects
• To understand authentication methods, including User Principal Name (UPN) logon
• To create, configure, and test Group Policy Objects (GPOs)

After completing this course, delegates will have a structured understanding of how Active Directory supports centralised administration within Windows Server environments. They will be better prepared to support day-to-day directory service operations and troubleshoot common Active Directory and Group Policy issues.

What’s included in this Fundamentals of Active Directory 55152A Training Course?

• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• Fundamentals of Active Directory 55152A Certificate
• Digital Delegate Pack