Introduction
The two-day EN 50600 Data Center Expert Training equips you to seamlessly integrate availability, physical security, and energy efficiency in line with the EN 50600 standard—the cornerstone of modern data center design.
Since its initial parts were published in 2014, EN 50600 has been the first European standard explicitly centered on the availability and physical security of data centers. It has since become an almost mandatory reference in public tenders and a preferred framework for leading operators across the continent. Without in-depth knowledge of its requirements and practical application, your projects risk falling short of client expectations and regulatory benchmarks.
This focused training goes beyond theory—it enables you to confidently apply EN 50600 across all project phases, from planning to operation. You will learn how to:
Align availability classes, Protection Classes, and energy efficiency metrics with project goals
Interpret and fulfil tender specifications that explicitly reference EN 50600
Implement compliant, future-proof designs using proven methodologies
With over 2,000 data center evaluation and certification projects since 2001, TÜV NORD has been a trusted partner in shaping Europe’s data center infrastructure from the very beginning. Our Trusted Site Infrastructure (TSI) methodology integrates EN 50600, ISO/IEC 22237, and other key industry standards—and has been adopted by major market leaders.
The reality is clear: In today’s standards-driven landscape, mastering EN 50600 is no longer optional—it is a professional imperative to remain credible, compliant, and competitive.
Secure your expertise and enroll today.
Content of the Training
Topics and learning content
1. Basic Principles
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Motivation and background
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Terminology
2. Basics of Standardization
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Basic principles
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Comparison of National/EU/International standardization
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Terminology in Standards
3. Overview of the EN 50600 standard series
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Structure of the EN 50600 standard series
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Current versions
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General concepts: Risk analysis, Availability Classes, Granularity Levels, Protection Zones
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Comparison and relationships to other standards: ISO/IEC 22237, TSI.STANDARD, TIA 942, ISO 27001
4. Risk Analysis
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Basis for everything: Risk Based Concept in the EN 50600
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Structure, content, responsibilities and timeline of the required risk analysis
5. Protection Zones
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General Concept
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Protection classes and aspects to protect
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Requirements that derive from the assignment of protection zones
6. Availability Classes
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General Concept
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Availability Classes for electrical supply and distribution and their requirements
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Availability Classes for cooling supply and distribution and their requirements
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Availability Classes for IT cabling and their requirements
7. Granularity Levels
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General Concept
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Granularity Levels in electrical supply and distribution
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Granularity Levels in cooling supply and distribution
8. Management and Organization
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General Concepts
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Requirements on operational management and organization
9. Further Requirements
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Requirements on different topics that do not derive from protection zones, availability classes or granularity levels