AZ-040: Automating Administration with Windows PowerShell

This course comprises eleven purposely designed modules that take you on a carefully defined learning journey.

It is an instructor-led course which runs to a fixed schedule, with set start and finish dates. It is driven forward by your instructor and features live sessions that are aired at a set time. You will, however, have time to complete certain activities at your own pace outside of the live sessions.

The materials for each module are accessible from the start of the course and will remain available for the duration of your enrollment. Methods of learning and assessment will include reading material, hands-on labs and online exam questions.

As part of our mentoring service you will have access to valuable guidance and support throughout the course. We provide a dedicated discussion space where you can ask questions, chat with your peers, and resolve issues.

Once you have successfully completed the course, you will earn your Certificate of Completion.

After completing this course, you will be able to:

• Describe the functionality of Windows PowerShell and use it to run and find basic commands.
• Identify and run cmdlets for local system administration.
• Work with the Windows PowerShell pipeline. Use PSProviders and PSDrives to work with other forms of storage.
• Query system information by using WMI and CIM.
• Work with variables, arrays, and hash tables.
• Create basic scripts in Windows PowerShell.
• Administer remote computers with Windows PowerShell.
• Manage Azure resources with PowerShell.
• Manage Microsoft 365 services with PowerShell.
• Use background jobs and scheduled jobs.

• Professionals working in Windows Server, Windows client, Azure, and Microsoft 365 administration.
• Professionals who want to automate repetitive tasks.
• Professionals already experienced in server administration, including Exchange Server, SharePoint Server, SQL Server, and System Center.

• Experience with Windows networking technologies and implementation.
• Experience with Windows Server administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

This course will help you to prepare for the AZ-040: Automating Administration with Windows PowerShell certification exam.

It is ideal for IT Professionals who are already experienced in general Windows Server, Windows client, Azure, Microsoft 365 administration, and server administration, including Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft SharePoint Server, and Microsoft SQL Server.

• You will gain the fundamental knowledge and skills required to use PowerShell for administering and automating the administration of Windows Servers.
• You will learn how to build scripts to accomplish advanced tasks such as automating repetitive tasks and generating reports. 
• You will become familiar with supporting a broad range of Microsoft products, including Windows Server, Windows Client, Microsoft Azure, and Microsoft 365.

When you take this course, you will also get information and guidance on the Microsoft certification process, and useful tips on how to pass the exam.