Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator Certification
The Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification is designed for professionals who implement,
manage, and troubleshoot existing network and system environments based on Microsoft Windows® 2000
platforms, including Windows .NET Server. Implementation responsibilities include installing and configuring
parts of the systems. Management responsibilities include administering and supporting the systems.
The typical MCSA supports hundreds to thousands of users at 2 to 100 physical locations. Typical network
services and resources include messaging, database, file and print, proxy server or firewall, Internet and
intranet, remote access, and client computer management. Connectivity needs include connecting branch
offices and individual users at remote locations to the corporate network and connecting corporate networks to
the Internet.
MCSA Meets Industry Needs
Demand for qualified professionals who can perform the network administration job function has grown
significantly, and candidates as well as the IT industry have indicated that a certification for this job function is
needed. Studies show that network and design administrators at IT companies have significant advancement
opportunities—more than most other job categories.
The MCSA credential offers IT professionals a competitive edge in today’s constantly changing business
environment. This Microsoft credential validates the specific skills required for the network and systems
administrator job role. The certification provides employers with a means to identify those qualified individuals
who have the appropriate skills set to do the job successfully.
Value of MCSA Certification
The MCSA credential provides professionals with an opportunity to show that they have the skills necessary to
successfully implement, manage, and troubleshoot the ongoing needs of Windows 2000 based platforms,
including Windows .NET Server.
Hiring Managers

Identify Network and System Administration candidates for hiring and promotion purposes

Maximize training investments through validation of skills and by determining when and what additional
training is needed
Individual IT Professionals

Provide recognition of System and Network Administrators through validation of skills

Pinpoint specific areas where knowledge gaps exist
Key Data
Available:

January 2002
Target Audience:

IT Professionals who administer Windows 2000 network and systems environments
Typical Job Titles for MCSA:

Network Administrator

Systems Administrator

Information Technology Engineer

Information Systems Administrator

Network Technician

Technical Support Specialist
Experience:
An MCSA candidate should have 6 to 12 months of experience:

Implementing and administering a desktop operating system

Implementing and administering a network operating system

Managing an existing network infrastructure.
MCP Exams Required:

3 core exams + 1 elective
Microsoft Official Curriculum (MOC) for Core Exams:

Course 2151 (3 days)

Course 2152 (5 days)

Course 2126 (5 days)
More Information:

www.microsoft.com/mcsa
MCSA on Microsoft Windows 2000 Requirements
Candidates for MCSA on Microsoft Windows 2000 are required to pass three core exams and one elective exam
that provide a valid and reliable measure of technical proficiency and expertise in administering and supporting
existing Windows 2000 based platforms, including Windows .NET Server.
Core Exams
(3 required)
Client
Operating
System
70-210 Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
or
70-270 Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional
70-215 Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
or
Networking
System
70-275 Installing, Configuring and Administering Microsoft Windows .NET Server (Available
2002)
70-218 Managing a Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Environment
or
70-278 Managing a Microsoft Windows .NET Server Network Environment (Available 2002)
70-028 Administering Microsoft SQL Server™ 7.0
70-081 Implementing and Supporting Microsoft Exchange Server 5.5
70-086 Implementing and Supporting Microsoft Systems Management Server 2.0
70-088 Implementing and Supporting Microsoft Proxy Server 2.0
Elective exams
(1 required)
70-216 Implementing and Administering a Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure
70-224 Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Exchange 2000 Server
70-227 Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Internet Security and Acceleration
(ISA) Server 2000, Enterprise Edition
70-228 Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Enterprise
Edition
70-244 Supporting and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 Network
As an alternative to the electives noted above, the following third party certifications can be
substituted as an MCSA elective. See www.comptia.org/certification/mcsa for more
information on these certifications.
CompTIA A+
and
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA A+
and
CompTIA Server+
Candidates who passed Windows NT 4.0 Exams 70-067, 70-068, and 70-073 had the option to take the comprehensive
70-240 exam until December 31, 2001. By passing this exam, candidates met the following MCSA exam requirements:
70-210, 70-215, and 70-216.
70-240 Microsoft Windows 2000 Accelerated Exam for MCPs Certified on Microsoft Windows NT® 4.0.
Microsoft Official Curriculum (MOC) for MCSA Exams
MCSA Exam to Course Guide
MCSA Core Exams (3 required)
Exam 70-210: Installing, Configuring, and
Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
Exam 70-215: Installing, Configuring, and
Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
Exam 70-218: Managing a MS Windows 2000
Network Environment
Exam 70-270—Installing, Configuring, and
Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Microsoft Official Curriculum Courses
Course 2151: Microsoft Windows 2000 Network and
Operating System Essentials (3 Days) *
AND
Course 2152: Implementing MS Windows 2000
Professional and Server (5 Days) *
Course 2126: Managing a MS Windows 2000 Network
Environment (5 Days)
Course 2272: Implementing and Supporting Microsoft
Windows XP Professional (5 days)
MCSA Elective Exams (1 required)
Exam 70-028: Administering Microsoft SQL Server 7.0
Exam 70-081: Implementing and Supporting Microsoft
Exchange Server 5.5
Exam 70-086: Implementing and Supporting Microsoft
Systems Management Server 2.0
Exam 70-088: Implementing and Supporting Microsoft
Proxy Server 2.0
Exam 70-216: Implementing and Administering a
Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure
Exam 70-224: Installing, Configuring, and
Administering Microsoft Exchange 2000 Server
Exam 70-227: Installing, Configuring, and
Administering Microsoft Internet Security and
Acceleration (ISA) Server
Exam 70-228: Installing, Configuring, and
Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Enterprise
Edition
Exam 70-244: Supporting and Maintaining a
Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 Network
*
Microsoft Official Curriculum Courses
Course 832: System Administration for Microsoft SQL
Server 7.0 (5 Days)
Course 1313: Microsoft Exchange Server 5.5 Series Accelerated Training for Administration and
Implementation (5 Days)
OR
Course 1026: Microsoft Exchange Server 5.5
Series-Concepts and Administration (4 Days)
AND
Course 973: Microsoft Exchange Server 5.5
Series-Design and Implementation (5 Days)
Course 827: Administering Microsoft Systems
Management Server 2.0 (3 days)
AND
Course 828: Deploying and Supporting Microsoft
Systems Management Server 2.0 (5 days)
Course 836: Secure Web Access Using Microsoft Proxy
Server 2.0 (2 Days)
Course 2153: Implementing a Microsoft Windows
2000 Network Infrastructure (5 Days)
Course 1572: Implementing and Managing Microsoft
Exchange 2000 (5 days)
Course 2159: Deploying and Managing Microsoft
Internet Security and Acceleration Server 2000 (3
Days)
Course 2072: Administering a Microsoft SQL Server
2000 Database (5 Days)
Course 983: Accelerated Training for Microsoft
Windows NT 4.0 (5 Days)
Taken together, courses 2151 and 2152 help prepare students for Exams 70-210 and 70-215.
Training for MCSA
Microsoft offers several training paths to help you earn your MCSA credential, including Microsoft Official
Curriculum (MOC) courses delivered at a Microsoft Certified Technical Education Center (CTEC), and self-paced
training kits from Microsoft Press. Your experience and career goals will determine which path is best for you.
For more information, including immediate steps you can take toward earning the MCSA credential, please visit
the Microsoft Training and Certification Web site, or contact your Microsoft CTEC.
www.microsoft.com/thailand/
www.microsoft.com/mcsa
Bangkok Advanced Learning Tel. 02-298-0277
HP Education Centre Tel. 02-353-9091
Isonet Co., Ltd. Tel. 02-641-2200
Iverson Computer Associates (Thailand) Ltd. Tel. 02-254-3641-2
The Enterprise Resources Training Co., Ltd. Tel. 02-718-1599
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