Study tips for MCITP Windows Server 2008 Enterprise Administrator certification

Certification: Microsoft MCITP: Enterprise Administrator on Windows Server 2008 - c1388

This is one of the courses offered by Microsoft and is a means of perfecting the expertise of an individual when it comes to Microsoft virtualization using Hyper-V R2 on windows server 2008 R2. It is divided into two parts where one can opt for either desktop virtualization or the server virtualization exams but before sitting for any of the exams and passing them well one has to design different methods when it comes to studying.

1.  Decide on when to sit for the examinations.

This has to come as a priority since the main aim of opting for the virtualization administration course is to be able to sit for the examination. With this in place one is able to study well and give them enough time to prepare before sitting for the exams. After deciding one is then free to book for the exams early enough and this is an advantage because it saves on time and avoids the last minute rush that can be quite unpleasant. One is also able to avoid paying the penalty fee in the case they delayed paying for the exam because of not deciding on when to sit for the exams early enough.

2.  Set up the necessary tools to use in studying.

In this case the necessary tools mainly include a decent lab for that matter a computer lab. To be able to become MCITP Virtualization administrator, and this course being an IT professional, one is required to have a well equipped computer lab. Though this has proven to be quite expensive, not all the candidates can afford a well equipped computer lab, the easiest requirement is one can easily undertake this training course as long as they have a computer with enough CPU and RAM. This enables them to apply whatever they learn either in class or online to apply to the real world. Another benefit of having a computer lab is that one is able to use their extra time to tackle areas that they never understood while attending their classes.

They also need to have up to date information when it comes to operating the computer. It is known that in this era, digital information is undergoing various improvements and is being upgraded and as a result any candidate who wants to study well in either desktop virtualization or server virtualization they have to get the latest updates especially in these areas; installing hyper v, issues that deal with configuration and optimization and also managing and monitoring virtual machines among other areas of importance.

3.  One has to read various materials that deal with MCITP virtualization administration.

Reading is one of the essential steps towards attaining this accreditation. There are many resources that can be obtained through online in form of soft copies or hard copies that enable one to study for this accreditation some of these resources are the E-learning course, Implementing and managing MDV, Configuring Hyper-V in windows server 2008 and many more books that are readily available in libraries worldwide and also online. One can also opt to use the MCTS self paced training kit to be able to be complacent with the different areas covered under this certification. Apart from this one can decide to use audio books this is an advantage since it enables one to be able to study at any place even if they are driving since they can listen to the lecturers provided. One can also decide to watch videos that are readily available online the best thing about watching educational videos on MCITP Virtualization Administrator after reading books is that it enhances the level of understanding among the candidates.

4.  Use self-paced training books.

This will enable one to learn at their own pace depending on their level of understanding. In this case the topics are outlined in a more simplified manner and are also more organized whereby every item is sub divided into different sections like the review questions have been separated from the practical learning sections. For instance one is able to tackle confidently issues that relate to installation, configuring and also managing and monitoring areas that relate to virtualization administration.

With the self paced training books an individual is also able to review areas of difficulty and get an opportunity to understand these areas.

5.  Study in small bits

In simple terms one has to study in small manageable chunks by using simple steps; first of all one has to decide on what they want to study and allocate the time needed to be able to study well. This also includes the allocation of some time to relax and re-visit whatever they have studied. One has to set a pace which should not be too slow or too fast since MCITP virtualization administration covers a wide range of topics. Second is to divide time well between taking time on practical and the theory part one has to allocate more time on reading in order to gain the knowledge to be used on application.

6.  Make use of lots of practice tests in MCITP Virtualization administration.

It reaches a point where one has studied all the available materials online and books and therefore one is encouraged to practice as many tests as possible and these are readily available in the MCITP website. The advantage of doing lots of practice questions is that one is able to be complacent with what appears in the examinations. One is able to identify their weaknesses, strengths and also revise well on the different areas that they overlook during their study time.

With all these tips in place and well followed one is assured of passing their exams well on their first attempt.