What are the Windows 2000 MCSA certification requirements?

The Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) credential proves that you have the skills to successfully implement, manage, and troubleshoot the ongoing needs of Microsoft Windows 2000–based operating environments, including Windows Windows Server 2003.
An MCSA candidate should have 12 months of experience working with a desktop operating system, a network operating system, and an existing network infrastructure.
The MCSA credential is for professionals who implement, manage, and troubleshoot existing network and system environments based on the Microsoft Windows 2000 and Microsoft Windows Server 2003 operating systems. These individuals typically do not deploy new networks and systems as part of their job function, as is expected of individuals holding the MCSE credential. In addition, unlike MCSEs, MCSAs are not expected to have design skills.
The MCSA credential is for IT professionals working in the typically complex computing environment of medium to large organizations. An MCSA candidate should have six to 12 months of experience implementing and administering a desktop operating system, implementing and administering a network operating system, and managing client and network operating systems in environments with the following characteristics:
From 200 to 26,000 users are supported.
From two to 100 physical locations are supported
Typical network services and resources include messaging, database, file and print, proxy server or firewall, Internet and intranet, remote access, and client computer management. Connectivity needs include connecting branch offices and individual users in remote locations to the corporate network and connecting corporate networks to the Internet.
On December 2nd 2002, Microsoft has updated their Microsoft Certification Requirements page.
Note: Microsoft has developed independent certification requirements for Microsoft Windows Server 2003. See Windows 2003 MCSA Certification Requirements for exam details.
MCSA candidates are required to pass three core exams and one elective exam: