Introduction to Datacenter StudiesLaajuus (4 cr)

Objective

The students will gain an overview of the datacenter industry in Finland and will study the main datacenter components.

Content

Location of the datacenter
Different types of datacenter
Electric power distribution and ecoefficiency
Cooling systems
Physical safety
IT equipment
Monitoring and management
Ensuring a uninterrupted service
Study visits to local datacenters

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students will be able to work in complex situations, organise and instruct a group and work responsibly.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The students will be able to apply their professional competence doing different jobs, work independently and responsibly and as a group towards common goals.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The students will be able to demonstrate their familiarity with the knowledge base of the field, work on given tasks in an appropriate manner and participate in group activities using their own competences.

Execution methods

First Aid 1 and Electricity working security are compulsory parts of this course.