Course Outline
Module 1: Managing Computers and Mobile Devices in the Enterprise for Government
- Overview of systems management using enterprise management solutions for government
- Overview of the Configuration Manager architecture for government operations
- Overview of the Configuration Manager administrative tools for government use
- Tools for monitoring and troubleshooting a Configuration Manager site in government environments
Module 2: Analyzing Data Using Queries, Reports, and CMPivot for Government
- Introduction to queries for government data analysis
- Configuring SQL Server Reporting Services for government reporting needs
- Analyzing the real-time state of a device using CMPivot in government networks
Module 3: Preparing the Configuration Manager Management Infrastructure for Government
- Configuring site boundaries and boundary groups for government sites
- Configuring resource discovery for government assets
- Organizing resources using device and user collections in government environments
Module 4: Deploying and Managing the Configuration Manager Client for Government
- Overview of the Configuration Manager client for government use
- Deploying the Configuration Manager client in government agencies
- Configuring and monitoring client status for government operations
- Managing client settings and performing management operations in government networks
Module 5: Managing Inventory for PCs and Applications in Government
- Overview of inventory collection for government assets
- Configuring hardware and software inventory for government systems
- Managing inventory collection in government environments
- Configuring software metering for government applications
- Configuring and managing Asset Intelligence for government asset tracking
Module 6: Distributing and Managing Content Used for Deployments in Government
- Preparing the infrastructure for content management in government networks
- Distributing and managing content on distribution points for government deployments
Module 7: Deploying and Managing Applications in Government
- Overview of application management for government systems
- Creating applications for government use
- Deploying applications in government environments
- Managing applications for government operations
- Deploying virtual applications using System Center Configuration Manager (Optional)
- Deploying and managing Windows Store apps for government devices
Module 8: Maintaining Software Updates for Managed PCs in Government
- The software updates process for government systems
- Preparing a Configuration Manager site for software updates in government environments
- Managing software updates for government operations
- Configuring automatic deployment rules for government updates
- Monitoring and troubleshooting software updates in government networks
- Enabling third-party updates for government systems
Module 9: Implementing Endpoint Protection for Managed PCs in Government
- Overview of Endpoint Protection in Configuration Manager for government security
- Configuring, deploying, and monitoring Endpoint Protection policies for government devices
- Configuring and deploying advanced threat policies for government networks
Module 10: Managing Compliance and Secure Data Access for Government
- Overview of Compliance Settings for government regulations
- Configuring compliance settings for government standards
- Viewing compliance results for government audits
- Managing resource and data access in government environments
Module 11: Managing Operating System Deployment for Government
- An overview of operating system deployment for government systems
- Preparing a site for operating system deployment in government agencies
- Deploying an operating system in government networks
- Managing Windows as a service for government operations
Module 12: Managing and Maintaining a Configuration Manager Site for Government
- Configuring role-based administration for government users
- Configuring Remote Tools for government support
- Overview of Configuration Manager site maintenance and Management Insights for government operations
- Backing up and recovering a Configuration Manager site in government environments
- Updating the Configuration Manager infrastructure for government systems
Requirements
Before attending this course, students must have:
- A foundational understanding of networking principles, including knowledge of common protocols, topologies, hardware, media, routing, switching, and addressing.
- Familiarity with Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) and the fundamentals of AD DS management.
- Experience in installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Windows-based personal computers.
- A basic understanding of public key infrastructure (PKI) security concepts.
- An introductory knowledge of scripting and Windows PowerShell syntax.
- A foundational understanding of Windows Server roles and services.
- A basic comprehension of configuration options for iOS, Android, and Windows Mobile device platforms.
Students who attend this training can meet the prerequisites by participating in the following course or by acquiring equivalent knowledge and skills through practical experience:
- Course 20411: Administering Windows Server 2012, which is designed to provide comprehensive training for government professionals.
