Microcredentials Networking & Infrastructure

Network Server Engineering: Design, Deploy & Test: Part 2 - Preparing for Network Server Installation

This is the second microlearning in the Network Server Engineering: Design, Deploy & Test learning path. As the second part, you’ll prepare your environment for deployment such as selecting hardware, configuring network services, planning storage, and verifying compatibility to ensure your server installation meets business, technical, and security requirements.

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What You'll Learn?

  • Prepare hardware and software resources for network server setup.

  • Verify compatibility of network components and dependencies.

  • Configure IP addressing, subnets, and routing prerequisites.

  • Apply safety and security protocols for server installation.

  • Create pre-installation documentation, including testing and rollback plans.

Additional Learning Benefits

  • Courses like this one can contribute to university credit and industry certifications.

  • Many ICT units align with industry-recognised certifications from global technology partners, such as Microsoft, Google, and other leading providers—offering clear pathways to international recognition.

Topics Covered

  • Server Preparation
    Hardware Software Environment Readiness
  • Network Configuration
    IP Addressing DNS Subnet Planning
  • Security Protocols
    Safe Handling Access Management
  • Documentation
    Pre-Installation Reports Rollback Strategies

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you'll be able to:

  • Prepare and validate hardware and software for deployment.

  • Apply network and security configurations for optimal performance.

  • Document pre-installation procedures and compliance requirements.

  • Ensure readiness for successful network server installation.

Learning Pathway

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Your Future Pathways

After completing full qualifications or selected accredited units, you can::

  • Gain credit transfer to Australian universities toward a bachelor's degree (selected units only).
  • Sit for industry-recognised certification exams (e.g., CompTIA, Azure, AWS, and others) in selected ICT units only.
  • Enhance your employability skills with industry-ready credentials.

*Credit transfer and certification opportunities are available for selected units only.


This microlearning is part of the Network Server Engineering: Design, Deploy & Test learning path, aligned with the nationally recognised unit ICTNWK540 – Design, Build and Test Network Servers.
The full learning path includes:

  • Part 1: Planning and Designing Network Servers
  • Part 2: Preparing for Network Server Installation
  • Part 3: Building and Configuring Network Servers
  • Part 4: Testing and Reconfiguring Network Servers
  • Part 5: Completing and Documenting Server Design Installation

Once you complete all five microlearnings, you can upgrade to the Professional plan. This provides access to the accredited unit. Successful completion will lead to a Statement of Attainment for ICTNWK540 – Design, Build and Test Network Servers, issued by South Sydney College (RTO Code: 45279). This nationally recognised outcome positions you to manage complex server preparation and deployment activities with precision and confidence.

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Certificates Included

Australian Accredited Certification (AQF Certificate)

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Statement of Attainment for accredited unit

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SkillX Professional Certificate

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Network Server Engineering: Design, Deploy & Test: Part 2 - Preparing for Network Server Installation
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