Implementing and Configuring Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2013

1. Introduction

The Implementing and Configuring Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2013 course is designed to equip IT professionals with the technical knowledge and practical skills required to deploy, configure, and manage SharePoint Server 2013 in enterprise environments. The course focuses on installation, administration, configuration, and optimization of SharePoint services to enhance collaboration, document management, and business intelligence across organizations.

2. Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013.
• Manage and optimize SharePoint site collections, web applications, and service applications.
• Implement security, authentication, and permissions for SharePoint environments.
• Configure workflows, content management, and search functionalities.
• Integrate SharePoint with Microsoft Office and external data sources.
• Monitor and troubleshoot SharePoint environments effectively.

3. Targeted Group

This course is ideal for:

• IT professionals responsible for SharePoint implementation and management
• System administrators and infrastructure specialists
• Database administrators working with SQL Server and SharePoint
• Enterprise solution architects
• Developers and consultants integrating SharePoint solutions
• Organizations adopting SharePoint for collaboration and content management

4. Course Duration

Total Duration: 2 weeks (48 contact hours)
Delivery Options:

• Instructor-led classroom training
• Online live sessions and virtual labs
• Hands-on practical exercises and simulations

5. Training Methodology

• Lectures and guided demonstrations covering SharePoint concepts and architecture.
• Hands-on lab sessions on installation, configuration, and management tasks.
• Case studies and group projects based on real-world SharePoint deployment scenarios.
• Interactive discussions and Q&A to enhance technical understanding.
• Assessment tests and a capstone configuration project for competency evaluation.

6. Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to SharePoint Server 2013 Architecture

• Overview of SharePoint components, architecture, and deployment models
• Understanding SharePoint roles, services, and capabilities
• Planning for SharePoint 2013 implementation

Module 2: Installing and Configuring SharePoint Server 2013

• System requirements and prerequisites
• Step-by-step installation and configuration
• Creating and managing SharePoint farms and web applications

Module 3: Managing Web Applications and Site Collections

• Creating and configuring site collections
• Managing templates, quotas, and site hierarchies
• Configuring web applications and alternate access mappings

Module 4: Configuring Service Applications and Search

• Implementing and managing service applications (Managed Metadata, User Profile, BCS, Search)
• Configuring SharePoint search services
• Indexing, crawling, and optimizing search performance

Module 5: Managing Authentication and Security

• Configuring authentication methods (Windows, Claims-based, OAuth)
• Setting up permissions and groups
• Implementing security best practices and SSL

Module 6: Configuring Content Management and Workflows

• Document libraries, versioning, and content approval
• Records management and content types
• Designing and deploying workflows using SharePoint Designer and Power Automate

Module 7: Integrating SharePoint with Microsoft Office and External Data

• Integration with Microsoft Office 2013 suite
• Configuring Business Connectivity Services (BCS)
• Connecting SharePoint to SQL databases and external systems

Module 8: Monitoring, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting

• Monitoring SharePoint farms using Central Administration and PowerShell
• Backup, restore, and disaster recovery strategies
• Troubleshooting common SharePoint issues

7. Expected Outcomes

Upon completion, participants will be able to:

• Implement and configure SharePoint Server 2013 from installation to deployment.
• Manage and optimize SharePoint environments for organizational use.
• Secure SharePoint sites and integrate with external systems.
• Develop and manage workflows and document management processes.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and back up SharePoint servers effectively.
• Demonstrate mastery through a practical configuration project.

8. Certificate of Completion

Participants who successfully complete all modules and assessments will receive:

🎓 Certificate of Completion – Implementing and Configuring Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2013

Issued by: FOTADE Training, Research and Resource Development Centre

This certificate validates competency in planning, implementing, and managing SharePoint Server 2013 environments, qualifying participants for roles such as SharePoint Administrator, Systems Engineer, Infrastructure Specialist, and Collaboration Solutions Consultant.