Module 1: Introduction to SCCM
What is SCCM? Overview and Key Features
Understanding SCCM Architecture
SCCM Site Roles: Primary Site, Secondary Site, Distribution Point
SCCM Licensing Models and Editions
Lab: Exploring the SCCM Console and Dashboard
Lab: Identifying SCCM Site Roles in a Test Environment
Module 2: Planning and Deploying SCCM Infrastructure
Prerequisites for SCCM Installation
Designing SCCM Site Hierarchies (Standalone vs. Multi-Site)
Installing and Configuring SCCM Primary Site
Configuring Site System Roles: Management Point, Software Update Point
Integrating SCCM with Active Directory
Lab: Installing SCCM in a Virtual Lab Environment
Lab: Configuring Management Points and Boundaries
Lab: Setting Up Software Update Points
Module 3: SCCM Client Management
Deploying SCCM Clients (Manual and Automatic)
Managing Client Health and Status
Configuring Client Settings and Policies
SCCM Client Troubleshooting
Lab: Deploying SCCM Clients Using Group Policy and Scripts
Lab: Verifying and Monitoring Client Installations
Lab: Troubleshooting Client Connectivity Issues
Module 4: Software Distribution and Application Deployment
Creating and Deploying Applications in SCCM
Managing Software Distribution Points
Automating Application Deployments with Task Sequences
Configuring Application Supersedence and Dependencies
Lab: Deploying Microsoft Office and Custom Applications
Lab: Configuring Application Approvals in SCCM
Lab: Monitoring and Resolving Deployment Errors
Module 5: Patch Management and Software Updates
Overview of WSUS and SCCM Integration
Automating Software Updates with Update Groups
Configuring Maintenance Windows for Updates
Troubleshooting Update Deployments
Lab: Synchronizing Updates with WSUS in SCCM
Lab: Deploying Critical Updates to Test Systems
Lab: Analyzing Update Deployment Reports
Module 6: Operating System Deployment (OSD)
Overview of OSD and PXE Boot Setup
Creating and Deploying Boot Images
Capturing and Deploying Custom Operating System Images
Automating Deployments with Task Sequences
Using MDT with SCCM for OSD
Lab: Capturing a Windows 11 Image Using SCCM
Lab: Configuring PXE Boot for OSD Deployment
Lab: Deploying Windows 11 to Target Devices
Module 7: Endpoint Security and Compliance Management
Configuring Endpoint Protection Policies
Creating Compliance Baselines and Reports
Monitoring Security Threats and Mitigation
Implementing Device Management Policies
Lab: Deploying Endpoint Protection Policies to Devices
Lab: Configuring and Testing Compliance Baselines
Lab: Monitoring Device Health and Security Status
Module 8: Monitoring and Reporting in SCCM
Introduction to SCCM Monitoring and Alerts
Using SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
Generating Custom Reports with SQL Queries
Lab: Configuring Built-In SCCM Alerts and Dashboards
Lab: Creating Custom Reports with SSRS
Lab: Analyzing Hardware and Software Inventory
Module 9: Troubleshooting SCCM Operations
SCCM Log Files and CMTrace Tool
Common Deployment Failures and Fixes
Performance Optimization and Best Practices
Lab: Analyzing SCCM Log Files for Error Diagnosis
Lab: Resolving Common Client and Deployment Issues
Lab: Optimizing SQL Database Performance
Module 10: Advanced SCCM Features and Integration
Integrating SCCM with Intune for Co-Management
Implementing Role-Based Administration (RBA)
SCCM Cloud Attach with Microsoft Endpoint Manager
Lab: Setting Up SCCM and Intune Co-Management
Lab: Configuring Role-Based Security in SCCM
Lab: Using Cloud Management Gateway (CMG)