Course Overview
Virtualisation is a core component of modern IT infrastructure, enabling organisations to run multiple systems efficiently on shared hardware. Technologies such as VMware and Hyper-V are widely used to build flexible, scalable environments for servers, testing platforms, and enterprise applications. This programme introduces the practical concepts and skills needed to work with virtual machines in professional IT environments.
Through mentor-led sessions and practical scenarios, learners explore how virtualisation works, how hypervisors manage resources, and how virtual machines are created and maintained. The course explains the differences between VMware and Hyper-V platforms while focusing on the operational skills required to deploy and manage virtual infrastructure.
Participants also learn troubleshooting methods for common virtual machine issues, including resource conflicts, networking problems, and system performance challenges. By the end of the programme, learners will understand how to deploy and manage virtual machines and support virtualised environments used across enterprise IT infrastructure.
Hands-On Learning
Guided labs creating, configuring, and managing virtual machines using VMware and Hyper-V environments.
Mentor-Led Sessions
Experienced mentors demonstrate virtualisation workflows and guide learners through real infrastructure scenarios.
Career-Ready Skills
Practical virtualisation skills used in IT infrastructure, support, and systems administration roles.
Learning Outcomes
Analyse virtualisation architecture and hypervisors
Implement virtual machine deployment workflows
Evaluate VMware and Hyper-V platform capabilities
Diagnose common virtual machine performance issues
Communicate virtual infrastructure concepts clearly
Design basic virtual infrastructure support workflows
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of computer hardware and operating systems.
Familiarity with networking fundamentals.
Some experience with IT infrastructure concepts.
Detailed Syllabus
Step-by-step learning journey from basics to professional practice
Topics Covered
- Introduction to virtualisation concepts
- Understanding hypervisors and VM architecture
- Lab environment setup and platform overview
Skills You'll Gain
Master these in-demand skills through hands-on practice
Career Progression
A clear view of the roles this programme supports, what typically comes next, and where learners progress over time
Ways to Learn
Choose the learning format that works best for you and your team
Live Online
Instructor-Led Training
Join live instructor-led sessions from anywhere. Interactive, engaging, and flexible.
- Live instructor interaction (real-time)
- Trainer-led walkthroughs and real examples
- Guided resources and session notes provided
- Structured Q&A and practical discussion
Price per person
Group enrolments and early planning options available.
All prices are exclusive of VAT where applicable. Group enrolments and custom packages available on request.
Prefer a Faster, Personalised Route into IT?
Not everyone learns best in a group. If you want focused guidance, faster clarity, and confidence you can use on the job, our 1-to-1 Fast-Track Training gives you private, mentor-led support tailored to your experience and goals.
"Many learners choose 1-to-1 when they want understanding, not memorisation."
Exam & Certification Information
Everything you need to know about the certification exams
Important Information
You will receive an Xcademia certificate of completion based on participation and successful completion of labs and scenario simulations.
Credential
Certificate of Completion
On successful completion of VMware / Hyper-V Essentials Training, learners receive an Xcademia Certificate of Completion. This standalone certificate is issued directly by Xcademia and is aligned with globally recognised frameworks and best practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about this course
It is suitable for learners with basic IT infrastructure knowledge who want to understand virtualisation technologies.
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