System and Application Administration

The studies are intended for people who combine their career in the IT industry with the administration of computer systems. Their aim is to provide comprehensive and advanced knowledge of operating systems administration and the implementation and maintenance of popular applications, as well as the configuration and management of computer networks based on CISCO technologies. We believe that due to the complexity of current operating systems, specialization is necessary, but every specialist should also be familiar with other environments. Therefore, this study is primarily focused on educating Windows Server specialists, but the study plan also includes, to a limited extent, Linux classes. The study is aimed primarily at IT and technical graduates. Driven by experience and knowledge of market needs, we decided to create something more than just one more postgraduate course. Therefore, in addition to classes, we offer a number of additional benefits. This is possible thanks to the selection of lecturers from among those professionally involved in selected topics. Many of them conduct commercial trainings, which in order to meet the market requirements are conducted at a high level, and require from the lecturers constantly updated professional knowledge supported by practice. Our lecturers regularly participate in various implementations, technical assistance or IT system maintenance services. This is what distinguishes us. We are the only postgraduate course at the Faculty of Applied Informatics and Mathematics at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences, employing certified Microsoft trainers (MCT). The structure and division of the didactic material are constructed in such a way as to constitute the first step towards obtaining the following certificates by students: MTA, MCSA, MCSE, CCNA, which are an indicator of knowledge, experience and competence highly valued in the labor market. Of course, in our studies, people who hold these titles teach and can provide you with additional information on this topic.

Attractive tuition fees

We offer valuable knowledge at a competitive price; for comparison, the catalog prices of certified Microsoft, Linux and CISCO training courses range from PLN 3,000 to PLN 7,000 (plus 23% VAT) per person. As part of our studies, we offer a range of material including over 5 standard certified training courses, and we also present other issues. Tuition, which can be paid in two installments, is competitive not only in relation to certified training but also to other studies of a similar profile.

Lecturers’ competences

The staff of lecturers consists of specialists with extensive knowledge supported by passed exams, numerous certificates and engineering titles from Microsoft, CISCO and others. Selected classes are conducted by certified Microsoft lecturers with extensive experience in transferring knowledge during numerous trainings, consultations and implementations.

Remote control

All teaching materials from the classes are available around the clock through our educational platform. It also contains additional information, active presentations, quizzes and animations.
We are in the process of developing our own proprietary remote access system to laboratory environments. After its implementation, remote access will be provided for most of the subjects taught at the university. In this way, people who want to repeat the tasks performed in the classroom will be able to do it at any time.
We emphasize that what we offer is additional benefits, apart from the normal classes provided for in the study program.

Microsoft diplomas

Graduating students will receive Microsoft diplomas concerning the realized scope of the material; they prove that the learner has successfully completed the training process.

CISCO diplomas

Graduating students will receive CISCO Networking Academy diplomas concerning the realized scope of the material; they prove that the learner has successfully completed the training process.

Free software

During their studies, our students have access and can download original and completely legal copies of Microsoft software to be used under the DreamSpark / MSDNAA license (Windows, SharePoint, Exchange, Visual Studio, and others), as well as SAS, SPSS, Statistica software.

Convenient class dates

We are aware that most of our students are professionally active; In order to make our classes as less troublesome as possible, they will be held entirely on Saturdays and Sundays, every 2-3 weeks. Seven weekend meetings are planned each semester.

Teaching modern technologies

the curriculum includes teaching modern technologies that are currently used in even the largest institutions and companies;

Graduation certificate

After successful graduation, each student will receive a certificate of completion of Postgraduate Studies in Systems and Applications Administration according to the formula of the Minister of Science and Higher Education.

Study program

The study program is selected so that both beginners (no preparation is required) and advanced people can participate in them.

Our lecturers deal professionally with the subject of studies and classes. Their knowledge and competences are supported by numerous certificates. We do not place on our website the courses attended by our lecturers because they conduct such courses. Our studies are the first step in preparation for MTA, MCSA and MCSE exams. Our lecturers, holding these certificates, can guide and provide tips and additional information on them.

Certificates:
Microsoft Certified Trainer ( MCT )

Microsoft Certified Professional ( MCP )

Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist ( MCTS ):

• SQL Server, Implementation and Maintenance
• MS Project Server, Managing Projects
• MS Exchange Server, Configuration
• Windows Vista, Configuration
• Windows 7 and Office 2010, Deployment
• MS System Center Operations Manager, Config
• Windows Server Virtualization, Configuration
• MS Business Server, Configuration
• MS Sharepoint Server, Configuration
• Windows Sharepoint Services, Configuration

Microsoft Certified IT Professional ( MCITP ):

• Database Administrator SQL Server
• Enterprise Project management with Project Server
• Enterprise Messaging Administration on MS Exchange
• Enterprise Support Technician on Windows
• Server Administrator on Windows Servers

Microsoft Certified Solution Associate ( MCSA ):

• SQL Server
• Windows NT, 7, 8, Vists
• Windows Server

Microsoft Certified System Engineer ( MCSE ):

• Security on Windows Servers
• Windows Server
• Oracle Database Administrator Certified Associate
• Oracle Cloud Platform Identity and Security Management 2018 Certified Associate
• Oracle Database Administrator Certified Proferssional

IBM eServer Certified Specialist – pSeries AIX System SupportIBM Certified Database Associate – DB2 Universal Database V8.1 Family

IBM Certified Associate – Notes and Domino

IBM Notes and Domino Sales Professional v3

OpenVMS System Administrator

The study program includes knowledge on the following issues:

• administration of Windows Server systems,
• knowledge of Linux systems,
• design and configuration of the network environment,
• installing, configuring and managing key applications,
• practical knowledge of CISCO technology

The curriculum is structured in such a way that both beginners, without any preparation, as well as experienced people who want to organize and expand their knowledge can participate in the studies.

Description of items.

Below we present a general list of topics covered in individual subjects. We reserve, however, that the list below is indicative and some changes may be made after detailed arrangements between the lecturers. We also try to present the current knowledge, following the changes introduced in new versions of the software: new functionalities, solutions and possibilities.

We have given the total number of lecture / lab hours in parentheses.

Architecture of computers and operating systems (4/0)

We are not discussing any specific IT environments here. Instead, we present common features of modern computers and operating systems. We also introduce here basic concepts and terminologies to be used in future classes.

Windows Administration (8/20)

Windows is undoubtedly the most popular operating system in the world today. However, apart from the versions used on PCs, Windows is also present on servers. In these classes, we introduce students to Windows Server. It is the latest version of Windows Server, and the classes relate to the topics of the following courses: “Installing and Configuring Windows Server” and – “Administering Windows Server” .

• Introduction to the Windows Server environment
• Deploy and maintain server images
• Group policy implementation
• Local facility management
• Implementation of print and file services
• Implementation of server virtualization
• File Services Optimization
• Implementation of update management
• Windows Server monitoring

Windows Active Directory (8/20)

Classes concern directory services in the implementation of Microsoft.

• Active Directory Domain Services support
• Managing Active Directory Domain Services objects
• Implementation of a group policy infrastructure
• Manage the user environment with group policy
• Active Directory replication

Linux (6/14)

• Installation, configuration and update of the CentOS system.
• Work in the system console, text editor.
• Granting permissions to files and directories.
• Managing disks and logical volumes.
• Web server and other network services.
• Authentication mechanisms.
• SeLinux system.
• Load balancing clusters for network services.
• Virtualization Technologies.
• Cloud computing.

Computer networks in CISCO technology (6/14)

The classes cover selected issues from the 4 semesters of the CCNA training. The material has been designed so that on the one hand beginners can participate, and on the other hand, the graduates have a certain consistent scope of knowledge. Our classes are an excellent starting point to start working with CISCO technologies as well as further education in this field.

• Network addressing
• OSI model layers
• Building the router
• Construction of IOS operating network systems
• Static and dynamic routing
• Classless routing protocols, VLSM, CIDR
• Switches and Ethernet networks
• VLANs, trunking and trunking protocol
• NAT addressing and DHCP protocol

Windows network environment (8/20)

Elements of network configuration and services are discussed here.

• Implementation of IPv4 / IPv6
• DNS configuration and troubleshooting
• DHCP implementation
• Configuration and troubleshooting of remote access
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot the Network Policy Server role
• Configuration of encryption and advanced control policies

Microsoft Exchange (8/20)

One of the most popular e-mail servers. It offers a wide range of functionalities that allow it to be used not only for sending e-mail, but also for full group communication in enterprises. It allows you to schedule meetings, encrypt and sign mail, public folders, anti-spam filters. We conduct classes on the latest version of Microsoft Exchange software. The realized material refers to the certified Microsoft training – “Core Solutions of Microsoft Exchange Server” which prepares you for the exam of the same name.

• Deploying and managing Exchange Server
• Planning and configuring the Mailbox server
• Manage recipient facilities
• Planning and implementing the role Client Access Server
• Configuring and managing client connections
• Planning and configuring the message transport policy
• Planning and implementing high-level availability.

Microsoft SharePoint (8/20)

The classes present the SharePoint Foundation solution. It is a safe, free, extensible web platform that facilitates cooperation, working with documents, creating company portals, building your own application solutions and integration with the Office suite. The topics of the classes will concern the implementation, maintenance and supervision of the product.

Subject:

• Introduction to SharePoint Foundation
• Component components
• Usage methods
• Service installation
• Management, monitoring, supervision
• Extending and integrating with other solutions (e.g. Office suite)
• Security of the service

PowerShell (4/14)

A language for managing Windows operating systems and applications running on these systems. The command interpreter is very extensive and very powerful in relation to the previous scripting languages. From 2008, all Microsoft products should be managed by PowerShell.

SQL Server (4/10)

One of the most popular database systems in the world. In this field we conduct separate: Postgraduate Studies in Databases, where students learn from scratch most aspects of working with databases, from programming to administration and issues related to data warehouses. During these studies, we introduce students to the subject of databases and the basic activities that you will be able to meet as operating system administrators.

Formal requirements

Students of studies may be people who have completed higher education and have a bachelor’s, engineer’s, master’s or master’s degree in engineering. The studios have 38 places. Classes are payable and last for 2 semesters. Classes are held on an extramural basis, i.e. on Saturdays and Sundays.

Fees and deadlines

There is a possibility of paying the amount for the entire studies once or spreading the fee into two installments.

Entry fee:
PLN 400 – fee required when submitting documents

One-time fee:
PLN 5,200 – paid by the day the first semester begins

Payment in installments (two semester payments):
PLN 2,800 – paid by the day the first semester begins
PLN 2,800 – paid by the day of the commencement of classes in the second semester

Confirmation of the entry fee payment should be provided during the recruitment. In the case of a one-off payment for the entire studies, confirmation of payment should be submitted to the Secretariat of Studies before the start of the first classes. In the case of two semester fees, confirmation of payment of each installment should be provided before the beginning of each semester.

Invoices will be issued only upon the student’s written request, submitted through us to the WULS-SGGW Bureau within three months from the end of the month in which the payment was made.

Bank transfer details

SGGW in Warsaw
Ul. Nowoursynowska 166
02-776 Warsaw, Poland

Bank account number:
71 1240 6003 1111 0000 4943 8060

title: 507-10-130100-S00183-99 Name and surname of the participant

Required documents

• Application for admission to studies – download: doc pdf

• Personal questionnaire – download: doc pdf

• A transcript or a copy of the university diploma certified by the university. In the case of graduating from a university abroad, the candidate submits the original of the diploma and its translation into Polish certified by an authorized institution, as well as a document confirming the recognition of the diploma or a certificate of exemption from the nostrification procedure

• Proof of payment of the registration fee

Place for submitting documents

Documents can be sent to us by mail

From July 20, 2020, documents can be submitted in person (from 9:30 to 14:00) in the secretariat of studies. It is also possible to deliver documents outside the office hours – in this case, please contact us by phone in advance.

To reserve a place for studies, before delivering the complete set of documents, please send us a proof of payment of the registration fee to the following e-mail address: asia@sggw.pl

Postgraduate studies in Systems and Application Administration
Ul. Nowoursynowska 159
building 34, room 3 / 29A
02-776 Warsaw, Poland

If you are interested in detailed information about the studies, please contact us.
(tel: 22-59-37-350, mobile: 695-79-79-13)

Co-financing

possibility of co-financing studies for the unemployed. Co-financing can be up to 100% of the cost of studies. Detailed information and terms of funding can be found here .