Learn In-Demand Skills

Learn electrical systems, cooling infrastructure, monitoring tools, safety procedures, and hands-on troubleshooting skills for modern critical environment data centers.

Master Next-Gen AI Infrastructure

Master next-gen AI infrastructure, including high-density data center systems, advanced cooling technologies, and hyperscale critical environment operations.

Hands-On, Real-World Training

Hands-on, real-world training in data center operations, electrical and cooling systems, and critical environment troubleshooting.

About the Course

A practical, hands-on program designed to build real-world skills in data center operations, electrical and cooling infrastructure, and critical environment systems for modern hyperscale environments. Our One Instructor. One Student. approach provides live, personalized training on your schedule, with one-on-one mentorship, technical guidance, and career support to help you build the knowledge, technical skills, and interview readiness needed to pursue Data Center Critical Environment Technician opportunities.

The syllabus

4 Chapters · 84 Lessons

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      About the Program & Student Success Stories

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      Meet Your Instructor

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      Lesson 1: Why Data Centers Matter

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      Lesson 2: Introduction

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      Lesson 3: Course overview

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      Lesson 4: Week 1 Learning Objectives

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      Lesson 5: What is Critical Environment (CE)?

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      Knowledge Check 1 – What Is a Critical Environment (CE)?

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      Lesson 6: Data Center Layout & Critical Areas

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      Knowledge Check 2 - Data Center Layout & Critical Areas

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      Lesson 7: Electrical Room Awareness

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      Knowledge Check 3 – Electrical Room Awareness

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      Lesson 8: Mechanical Room Awareness

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      Lesson 9: White Space / Data Hall Overview

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      Knowledge Check 4 - White Space / Data Hall overview

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      Lesson 10: Critical Environment Reliability & Redundancy Fundamentals

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      Lesson 11: Safety Fundamentals

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      Lesson 12: Critical Environment Technician Responsibilities

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      Lesson 13: Data Center Tier Classifications

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      Lesson 14: Week 1 Summary

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      Week 1 Final Knowledge Check

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      Week 1 Field Guide

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      Week 1 Field Guide v2

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      Week 1 Practical Assignment Instructions

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      Submit Week 1 Practical Assignment

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      Week 1 Live Tutoring Session

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      Lesson 1: Week 2 Learning Objectives

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      Lesson 2: Introduction to Data Center Electrical Infrastructure

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      Lesson 3: Understanding the Data Center Power Path

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      Lesson 4: Utility Power

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      Lesson 5: Transformers

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      Lesson 6: Switchgear

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      Lesson 7: Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)

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      Lesson 8: Backup Generators

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      Lesson 9: Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Systems

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      Lesson 10: UPS Battery Systems

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      Lesson 11: Power Distribution Units (PDUs)

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      Lesson 12: Remote Power Panels (RPPs)

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      Lesson 13: Rack Power Distribution Units (Rack PDUs)

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      Lesson 15: Electrical Monitoring & Alarms

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      Lesson 16: Critical Environment Technician Responsibilities – Electrical Systems

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      Lesson 17: Week 2 Summary

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      Week 2 Knowledge Check

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      Week 2 Practical Assignment Instructions

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      Submit Week 2 Practical Assignment

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      Welcome to Week 3 Data Center Cooling Infrastructure

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      Lesson 1: Week 3 Learning Objectives

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      Lesson 2: Introduction to Data Center Cooling

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      Lesson 3: Heat in the Data Center

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      Lesson 4: Data Center Cooling System Overview

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      Lesson 5: CRAC Units – Computer Room Air Conditioners

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      Lesson 6: CRAH Units – Computer Room Air Handlers

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      Lesson 7: Chillers

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      Lesson 8: Cooling Towers

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      Lesson 9: Pumps & Cooling Loops

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      Lesson 10: Temperature, Humidity & Environmental Conditions

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      Lesson 11: Airflow Management (Hot Aisle / Cold Aisle)

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      Lesson 12: Raised Floor Cooling Awareness

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      Lesson 13: Cooling Monitoring & Alarms

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      Lesson 14: Cooling Infrastructure Safety

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      Lesson 15: Critical Environment Technician Responsibilities – Cooling Systems

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      Lesson 16: Week 3 Summary

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      Week 3 Knowledge Check

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      Week 3 Field Guide

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      Week 3 Practical Assignment Instructions

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      Lesson 1: Week 4 Learning Objectives

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      Lesson 2: Introduction to AI Data Center Cooling

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      Lesson 3: High-Density AI & GPU Racks

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      Lesson 4: Air Cooling vs. Liquid Cooling

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      Lesson 5: Direct-to-Chip Liquid Cooling

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      Lesson 6: Coolant Distribution Units (CDUs)

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      Lesson 7: AI Rack Liquid-Cooling Distribution

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      Lesson 8: Rear-Door Heat Exchangers

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      Lesson 9: Immersion Cooling Awareness

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      Lesson 10: Leak Detection & Liquid Cooling Monitoring

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      Lesson 11: AI Cooling Redundancy & Reliability

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      Lesson 12: AI Cooling Safety

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      Lesson 13: Responding to AI Cooling Alarms

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      Lesson 14: Critical Environment Technician Responsibilities – AI Cooling

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      Lesson 15: Week 4 Summary

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      Week 4 Knowledge Check

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      Week 4 Field Guide

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      Week 4 Practical Assignment Instructions

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      Submit Week 4 Practical Assignment

Why Choose Texas Data Center Academy?

👨‍🏫 Personalized Training — One Instructor. One Student. Live support on your schedule. 🏢 Real-World Industry Experience — Training informed by 25 years of IT and hyperscale data center experience. ⚡ Critical Infrastructure Fundamentals — Learn data center electrical systems, power distribution, UPS, generators, redundancy, and reliability. ❄️ Cooling & Mechanical Systems — Understand HVAC, CRAH/CRAC, chillers, cooling systems, airflow, and environmental conditions. 🛠️ Critical Environment Operations — Learn monitoring, alarms, preventive maintenance awareness, SOPs, MOPs, EOPs, change management, and incident response. 📄 Career Preparation — Resume optimization, interview preparation, and career-readiness support for Critical Environment and Engineering Operations roles.

Meet Your Instructor

Dr. Godwin Fusi, PhD, brings over 20 years of IT experience, combining advanced academic expertise in Information Technology with hands-on experience supporting hyperscale data center operations, cloud infrastructure, and AI-ready computing environments. He has supported hyperscale data center operations within Microsoft and currently supports hyperscale cloud and AI infrastructure operations at Amazon Web Services (AWS), two of the world’s leading cloud environments. Through this program, Dr. Fusi brings real-world industry knowledge to help students understand the technologies, operational practices, and troubleshooting skills used in modern cloud and AI data centers. Questions before enrolling? 📞 Call or Text Dr. Godwin Fusi: +1 (817) 717-0954 💬 WhatsApp (Chat, Voice & Video): +1 (817) 717-0954 Texas Data Center Academy is an independent training organization and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by AWS, Microsoft, or other employers referenced on this site.

What Our Students Say

Real Experiences. Real Progress. Real Career Outcomes.

“Texas Data Center Academy helped me develop a much stronger understanding of critical data center infrastructure, including power, cooling, monitoring systems, safety, and operational procedures. The real-world scenarios and personalized guidance from Dr. Godwin Fusi helped me understand the responsibilities of a Critical Environment Technician and prepare confidently for interviews in Data Center Engineering Operations.”
Khalil Lynes Data Center Critical Environment Program Graduate

Recently hired by AWS as a Data Center Engineering Operations Technician

"Dr. Fusi provided personalized guidance throughout the program. His real-world data center experience helped me understand server hardware, networking, Linux, troubleshooting, and how technicians work in hyperscale environments. The interview preparation was especially valuable as I prepared for opportunities in the industry."
Niyi Oyebanji Data Center Technician Program Graduate

Recently hired by AWS as a Data Center Operations Technician IV

"What stood out to me was the personal support from Dr. Godwin Fusi. He explained technical concepts using real data center scenarios and helped me prepare for interviews with confidence. The program gave me a much clearer understanding of what to expect in a Data Center Technician role."
Ghislain Gael Data Center Technician Program Graduate

Recently hired by AWS as a Data Center Operations Technician III

“Texas Data Center Academy gave me the practical knowledge and confidence I needed to start my career in the data center industry. Dr. Godwin Fusi explained complex technical concepts in a simple and practical way, using real data center scenarios. The interview preparation and one-on-one guidance were very helpful and prepared me for opportunities in the industry.”
Mathew Banye. Data Center Technician Program Graduate

Recently hired by AWS as a Data Center Operations Technician III

"The program is helping me build confidence in server hardware, networking, Linux, and data center operations. I especially value the practical examples and one-on-one support throughout the training."
Emilia Che

Current Student

"I appreciate the way the course breaks down complex data center technologies into practical, easy-to-understand lessons. The personalized instructor support gives me the opportunity to ask questions and strengthen my understanding as I progress."
Yvette Mangwe

Current Student

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