IT645 Virtual Systems

The Virtual Systems course examines current technologies that provide virtualization in the areas of network management, server management, data management and cloud computing. Students will analyze the current network infrastructure, set goals, define implementation plans and calculate Return on Investment (ROI) for server and desktop consolidation, data replication, backup and archiving, voice over IP (VOIP) and cloud computing. Students will also analyze the efficient use of virtualization technologies to provide a greener footprint for power usage, space requirements and manpower.

Prerequisite

IT643 or Approval

Corequisite

None

Credits

4

Distribution

Computer Science/Engineering/Information Technology