Data Centre Infrastructure
CT109-3-2 and Version 2
Introduction and Overview
Lecturer information
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Pre-requisites for this module
• None
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Aims of this module
• The purpose of Data Centre Infrastructure is to provide
knowledge of the various elements within a data center,
the various specialisms involved, and the associated
best practices.
• Data center infrastructure/design requires a multi-
disciplinary solution, therefore this module is not
intended to give students the ability to individually
manage, control or optimize all aspects of a data center
design or build but to provide them with the skills to work
with assistance from experts in other disciplines to
deliver an overall design and efficiency strategy
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Learning outcomes
At the end of this module, YOU should be
able to:
Understand the importance of designing a data
center.(MQF 1) 2.
Have the experience to design data center for different
architecture and business model. (MQF 2, 6) 3.
Evaluate critically issues of data center design, data
center administration, and green computing. (MQF 1, 6) 4.
Be aware of the latest developments in the field e.g. data
center virtualization (MQF 1, 7)
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Student Learning Time (SLT)
• Module Credit Value:3
• Total Learning Hours:
Lecture: 1.5 hours per week
Tutorial: 1.5 hours per week
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Topics we will cover
• Introduction to the data center
• Site selection and environmental considerations
• Architecture Design and Standards Recommendations
• Raised Access Floor, connecting the infrastructure with copper and fiber.
• IT Hardware
• Cooling System Options and Environmental Control
• Electrical Power Systems
• Room Layout
• Fire Protection and Security Systems
• Building Automation and Energy Management Systems
• Commissioning and Handover
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What is expected of you
You should abide to all the rules & regulation
of APU
Proper attire
No speaking of dialects
Attendance is compulsory and valid medical
certificates or letters from parents /guardians
must support any absence from class.
Three lateness will be equal to one absence
All pagers and handphones should be turned off
during lectures.
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What support is available for you
Consultation hours
Resources
Reference material
Internet resources
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How you will be assessed
COURSEWORK weighted at 50%.
An EXAM length 2 HOURS weighted at
50%.
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Achievement requirements
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Question and answer session
Q&A
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What we will cover next
• Introduction to the data center
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