In this course students will learn about Active Directory components, group policies, and Flexible Single Master Operation (FSMO) roles. Students will have the opportunity to install and configure Active Directory objects, users, computers, and security groups. Students will also learn how to manage group policies and setup network shared folders. This course builds on the concepts covered in Windows Server Fundamentals (ITOP 1103).
Prerequisites
ITOP 1103.
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What you will learn
- AD installation
FSMO Roles
AD Tools
Backup and Restore
Group Policy
Replication Redundancy
File share in NTFS
Read-Only Domain Controller/Server Core
Creating Objects
Forest Trees Domain
Global catalog
Security-Password Policies and fine-grained policies
Security templates
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21876 |
May 6, 2026 to July 15, 2026 |
Lecture/Practical | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22462 |
May 6, 2026 to July 15, 2026 |
Lecture/Practical | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
Additional information
Prior learning is assessed through lab work and practical challenge exam that reflects their experiences in Active Directory.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.