Data Center 101: Data Center Infrastructure And Design (A-Z)

Learn Comprehensive Data Center Design Basics/Data Center Infrastructure/Data Center Design Best IT Practices by EXPERTS

What you'll learn

Learn the purpose and importance of data centers in supporting digital services.

learn the core concepts and necessary essentials of power systems, networking, cooling, and security components.

Understand the evolution of data centers, from mainframes to modern cloud solutions.

Explore various data center types and their applications.

Identify unique features and applications of each type of data centers.

Understand various components work together to ensure data center reliability.

Learn about Tier classifications for redundancy and uptime.

Determine tier requirements based on data center use cases.

Basics of Power supply and Cooling Methods for Data Center Design.

Overview of physical and cybersecurity measures for data centers.

Learn Design factors and considerations as part of data center design.

Familiarize with various Data Center Design and Infrastructure Standards that govern the design and operations of data centers.

Requirements

The interest to learn about data center design.

Description

Gain a solid foundation in data center design and data center infrastructure with this in-depth, beginner-friendly course. Designed for anyone interested in understanding the essential workings of a data center/datacenter, this course explores the full spectrum of design elements, from the basics to advanced planning strategies that ensure reliability, efficiency, and security. Dive into the architecture of data centers and discover how these critical facilities support the backbone of digital services, cloud computing, and high-performance applications.Throughout the course, you'll explore the various infrastructure components that make up a robust data center, including power systems for uninterrupted operations, networking systems to ensure seamless connectivity, cooling solutions to maintain optimal equipment performance, and security measures to protect both physical and digital assets. You'll learn how these components work together to create a balanced, resilient data center environment capable of meeting the diverse needs of modern businesses.Starting with the fundamentals, we will examine the evolution and types of data centers, moving through essential topics  to ensure maximum efficiency and scalability as part of Data Center Design. As part of the design process, we’ll also cover the critical role of redundancy and data center tiers, explaining how different tiers impact uptime, reliability, and infrastructure setup.In addition to foundational design concepts, this course dives into current and future trends, including green data centers that leverage renewable energy, edge computing for reduced latency and optimize performance. Each module builds on the last, providing you with a structured approach to designing data centers that are not only resilient but also sustainable and forward-thinking.Who Should Enroll and Why?This course is ideal for IT professionals, facility managers, aspiring data center designers, engineers, and anyone looking to expand their understanding of data center infrastructure. Whether you’re new to data center design or seeking a comprehensive refresher, this course offers step-by-step insights into the design and management of modern data centers. By enrolling, you’ll gain practical skills that can be directly applied to data center projects, saving you the time and effort of sourcing knowledge that is often unavailable elsewhere.Why Choose This Course?Our course combines expert insights with premium educational instruction and unique methodologies that are impossible to find in standard resources. We focus on delivering specialized knowledge and techniques, ensuring you gain not just theoretical understanding but practical, industry-ready skills. Each module is crafted to save you time and streamline your learning journey, covering advanced topics efficiently and systematically. With industry best practices, and guidance from experienced instructors, this course empowers you to tackle data center projects with confidence, equipping you with tools to excel and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving field.By the end of the course, you’ll have a thorough understanding of data center design principles, best practices for maintaining infrastructure, and strategies for implementing scalable, efficient systems that meet today’s high-demand requirements.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 Course Objectives

Section 2: Data Center Fundamentals

Lecture 3 Definition of a Data Center (IT Fundamentals)

Lecture 4 Data Center Infrastructure Centralization (IT Fundamentals)

Lecture 5 DataCenter Powering Services (IT Fundamentals)

Section 3: Why Do Data Centers Really Matter ?

Lecture 6 The Backbone as part of Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure

Lecture 7 Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure For Supporting Businesses

Lecture 8 Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure For Continuity

Section 4: The History of Data Centers

Lecture 9 Early Mainframes (1960s)- Data Center Design and DataCenter Infrastructure

Lecture 10 Growth of the Internet- Data Center Design and DataCenter Infrastructure

Lecture 11 Rise of Cloud Computing- Data Center Design and DataCenter Infrastructure

Section 5: Milestones in Data Center Evolution

Lecture 12 The Introduction of Server Racks (IT Fundamentals)

Lecture 13 Cloud and Hyperscale - Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure

Section 6: The Various Uses of Data Centers

Lecture 14 Data Center Use #1 -as part of Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure

Lecture 15 Data Center Use #2 -as part of Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure

Lecture 16 Data Center Use #3 -as part of Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure

Lecture 17 Data Center Use #4 -as part of Data Center Design and DataCenter Infrastructure

Section 7: Data Center Types

Lecture 18 Data Center Type 1 - ( Data Center and IT Fundamentals )

Lecture 19 Data Center Type 2 - ( Data Center and IT Fundamentals )

Lecture 20 Data Center Type 3 - ( Data Center and IT Fundamentals )

Lecture 21 Data Center Type 4 - ( Data Center and IT Fundamentals )

Lecture 22 Data Center Type 5 - ( Data Center and IT Fundamentals )

Section 8: Critical Components of a Data Center

Lecture 23 Component #1 - as part of Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure

Lecture 24 Component #2 - as part of Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure

Lecture 25 Component #3 - as part of Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure

Lecture 26 Component #3 Continued - as part of Data Center Design

Lecture 27 Component #4 - as part of Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure

Lecture 28 Component #4 Continued - as part of Data Center Design

Lecture 29 Component #5 - as part of Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure

Section 9: Data Center Design Standards and Best Practices

Lecture 30 Standard #1 - as part of Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure

Lecture 31 Standard #2 - as part of Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure

Lecture 32 Standard #3 - as part of Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure

Section 10: Data Center Tiers

Lecture 33 Data Center Tries Classification

Lecture 34 Data Center Tier 1 - as part of Data Center Design and Infrastructure

Lecture 35 Tier 2 - as part of Data Center Design and Infrastructure

Lecture 36 Tier 3 - as part of Data Center Design and Infrastructure

Lecture 37 Tier 4 - as part of Data Center Design and Infrastructure

Section 11: Data Center Design Considerations

Lecture 38 Briefing on Data Center Design Considerations

Lecture 39 Data Center Design C#1 - as part of Data Center Design and Infrastructure

Lecture 40 Data Center Design C#2 - as part of Data Center Design and Infrastructure

Lecture 41 Data Center Design C#3 - as part of Data Center Design and Infrastructure

Lecture 42 Data Center Design C#4 - as part of Data Center Design and Infrastructure

Lecture 43 Data Center Design C#5 - as part of Data Center Design and Infrastructure

Section 12: Data Center Design Steps (A to Z)

Lecture 44 Data Center Design Sequence

Lecture 45 Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure Design - Step #1

Lecture 46 Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure Design - Step #2

Lecture 47 Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure Design - Step #3

Lecture 48 Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure Design - Step #4

Lecture 49 Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure Design - Step #5

Lecture 50 Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure Design - Step #6

Lecture 51 Data Center Design and Data Center Infrastructure Design - Step #7

Section 13: Wrapping Up!

Lecture 52 Wrapping Up!

IT Professionals and Network Engineers,Facility Managers and Data Center Operators,Engineering Students and Graduates,Aspiring Data Center Designers,Business and IT Consultants,IT Architects and Solution Designers,Project Managers in IT or Construction,Sustainability and Environmental Engineers