Certificate in Website Backup & Recovery

Duration: 3 Months

Structure: 5 Units | Theory + Practical

Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Training Method: Hands-on practical training, lab exercises, troubleshooting and final project

Unit 1: Website Backup Fundamentals

Theory Module

• Introduction to website backup and recovery
• Importance of regular backups
• Types of website data: files, databases, media and configurations
• Full, incremental and differential backups
• Manual vs automated backups
• Backup frequency and retention policies
• Backup storage locations and best practices
• Understanding Recovery Point Objective (RPO) and Recovery Time Objective (RTO)

Practical Module – Step by Step

1. Identify all important website files and folders.
2. Identify the website database and configuration files.
3. Create a complete manual website backup.
4. Export a website database.
5. Compress website files into an archive.
6. Store backups in a separate location.
7. Verify backup files and folder structure.
8. Create a simple backup schedule.

Unit 2: Website & Database Backup Management

Theory Module

• Website file backup techniques
• Database backup concepts
• MySQL/MariaDB backup fundamentals
• Hosting control panel backup tools
• CMS backup concepts
• Local and remote backup storage
• Backup naming and version management
• Backup integrity and verification

Practical Module – Step by Step

1. Access a practice hosting environment.
2. Locate website files using a hosting file manager or FTP.
3. Create a complete website file backup.
4. Export the database using an appropriate database tool.
5. Create separate file and database backup copies.
6. Organize backups using dates and version numbers.
7. Upload a backup to remote/cloud storage.
8. Verify that the backup can be opened and restored.

Unit 3: Automated Backup & Recovery Systems

Theory Module

• Automated backup concepts
• Scheduled backup systems
• Backup rotation and retention
• Cloud and remote backup storage
• Backup monitoring
• Backup logs and notifications
• Disaster recovery planning
• Backup security and access control

Practical Module – Step by Step

1. Select a suitable automated backup method.
2. Configure a scheduled backup.
3. Set backup frequency and retention rules.
4. Configure remote backup storage.
5. Create multiple backup versions.
6. Check backup logs and status.
7. Test backup integrity.
8. Document the automated backup process.

Unit 4: Website Restoration & Disaster Recovery

Theory Module

• Website recovery procedures
• File restoration vs database restoration
• Complete website restoration
• Recovery from accidental deletion
• Recovery after server failure
• Recovery after malware or unauthorized changes
• DNS and hosting recovery considerations
• Disaster recovery planning and documentation

Practical Module – Step by Step

1. Create a controlled website failure scenario.
2. Select the correct backup version.
3. Restore website files.
4. Restore the website database.
5. Reconnect the website with the database.
6. Check configuration settings.
7. Test website pages and functionality.
8. Identify and fix restoration errors.
9. Document the recovery process.

Unit 5: Backup Security, Monitoring & Final Project

Theory Module

• Secure backup practices
• Encryption and backup protection
• Backup access permissions
• Malware-safe recovery procedures
• Backup monitoring and alerts
• Disaster recovery checklist
• Backup testing and maintenance
• Professional backup documentation
• Business continuity fundamentals

Practical Module – Step by Step

1. Audit an existing website backup system.
2. Identify backup and recovery risks.
3. Create a secure backup strategy.
4. Configure automated backups.
5. Store multiple backup copies.
6. Perform a complete recovery test.
7. Verify website functionality after recovery.
8. Create a disaster recovery checklist.
9. Prepare backup documentation and maintenance schedule.
10. Present the completed project.

3-Month Course Progression

MonthUnitsMain FocusMonth 1Unit 1–2Backup fundamentals, website files & databasesMonth 2Unit 3–4Automation, restoration & disaster recoveryMonth 3Unit 5Security, monitoring, testing & final project

Final Project

Website Backup, Restoration & Disaster Recovery Project

Students will create a complete backup system for a practice website, including website files, database backups, scheduled/automated backups, secure storage, backup verification and a complete restoration test.

Assessment

• Theory Examination
• Practical Backup Test
• Website Restoration Test
• Troubleshooting Exercise
• Final Project & Viva
• Backup Documentation / Portfolio