Certified Data Center Specialist (CDCS®) On-Demand Course

An Evolution in Data Center Expertise

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The Certified Data Center Specialist (CDCS®) is an advanced 3-day course designed for data center design/build professionals. It builds upon the knowledge gained in the CDCP® course, delving deeper into the engineering calculations and components of data center facilities.

CDCS® enhances participants’ competencies to a level where they can effectively engage with suppliers, verify offers, and ensure correctness, effectiveness, and efficiency in data center projects. This course is the second step in the EPI Design and Build training track under the EPI Data Center Training Framework.

Price: $1195

Key benefits of the CDCS® certification include:

  • Understanding the complete design lifecycle of data centers
  • Gaining the ability to discuss data center requirements in detail with vendors and contractors
  • Learning to validate design plans, quotes, and offers from vendors/contractors
  • Mastering various redundancy levels for data center design/setup and maintenance
  • Acquiring knowledge on advanced power, cooling, and network infrastructure design

The course covers a wide range of topics, including:

  • Data center standards and rating level definitions
  • Advanced building considerations
  • Detailed power infrastructure design
  • In-depth cooling system analysis
  • Network cabling system design
  • Environmental specifications and contamination control
  • Data center efficiency metrics and improvements

CDCS® is delivered through instructor-led training, combining lectures with hands-on exercises. It’s available in various formats including in-person classes, virtual instructor-led training, and on-demand options.

To earn the CDCS® certification, participants must pass a 90-minute exam consisting of 60 multiple-choice questions. The certification is globally accredited by EXIN and is valid for three years, after which recertification is required.

This course is ideal for professionals seeking to advance their careers in data center design, implementation, and management, providing them with the expertise to tackle complex data center projects with confidence.

Price: $1195

Additional Course Details

The CDCS® is an advanced 3-day course designed for data center design/build professionals.

It builds upon the CDCP® foundation, focusing on engineering calculations and detailed components of data center facilities.

The course aims to elevate participants’ competencies to effectively engage with suppliers, verify offers, and ensure correctness and efficiency in data center projects.

This course is ideal for:

  • Data center managers
  • Operations/Floor/Facility managers
  • Data center engineers
  • Network/system engineers
  • Data center sales professionals and consultants
  • IT professionals with CDCP® certification looking to advance their expertise

Participants must hold a valid CDCP® certificate to register for the CDCS® class. While not mandatory, 1-2 years of experience in a data center or facilities environment is beneficial.

CDCS® certified professionals gain the ability to:

  • Understand and apply the complete design lifecycle of data centers
  • Discuss detailed data center requirements with vendors and contractors
  • Validate design plans, quotes, and offers from vendors/contractors
  • Master various redundancy levels for data center design and maintenance
  • Design and implement advanced power, cooling, and network infrastructure

The CDCS® syllabus includes:

  • Data center standards and rating level definitions
  • Advanced building considerations
  • Detailed power infrastructure design
  • In-depth cooling system analysis
  • Network cabling system design
  • Environmental specifications and contamination control
  • Data center efficiency metrics and improvements

The CDCS® course is available in three flexible formats to suit your learning preferences:

  1. Training On Demand (TOD): Self-paced online learning with recorded lectures by an EPI Certified Instructor.
  2. Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT): Live online sessions with an EPI Certified Instructor, allowing for real-time interaction and Q&A.
  3. In-Person Training: Traditional classroom-style learning led by an EPI Certified Instructor.
  • CDCS® is globally accredited by EXIN, an independent exam and certification institute.
  • The certification exam is a 90-minute closed book test with 60 multiple-choice questions.
  • Candidates must achieve a minimum of 45 correct answers to pass.
  • The CDCS® certificate is valid for 3 years, after which recertification is required.
Price: $1195
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