2013-2014 Catalog

INFO 1431 Data Center Physical Design

4.5 - 0.0 - 4.5

Prerequisite

(1) INFO 1401

Course Description

This course introduces the basic components in a modern data center including physical infrastructure, racks, power, cooling, cabling, data storage, Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM), and facility maintenance practices. Students also learn about data center standards and certifications as well as design architecture for green and cloud-based data centers.