FastTrack Red Hat 9 System Administrator - 5 days Online Classroom
3.150,00 EUR
- 5 days
Master the skills needed to confidently administer and support Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9 (RHEL 9) in enterprise environments with this intensive five-day FastTrack Red Hat 9 System Administrator course. Designed for experienced Linux and UNIX professionals, this hands-on training combines practical labs with expert instruction to help you build real-world administration, security, networking, storage, automation, and troubleshooting capabilities.
Key Features
Language
Course material in English
Level
Beginner - intermediate level
5 days (8 hours/day) online instructor-led
60+ recommended study hours
Access to virtual live lab environments
Aligned with Red Hat certification paths such as RHCSA.
Expert trainers with relevant industry experience
Downloadable course documentation and exercises
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Program completion certification included
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this program, you will be able to:
Set up IPv4 and IPv6 networking and services
Configure and manage IPv4 and IPv6 networking, routing, DNS, and essential network services within a Red Hat Enterprise Linux environment.
Administer local users, groups and access control
Create and manage user accounts, groups, permissions, and access controls to secure system resources effectively.
Monitor resources and interpret system logs
Monitor system performance and analyze logs to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve operational issues.
Install and update packages using RPM, YUM and DNF
Manage software packages efficiently by installing, updating, verifying, and removing applications using Red Hat package management tools.
Enforce SELinux policies and configure firewalls
Strengthen system security by implementing SELinux policies and configuring firewall rules to control network access
Create partitions and format Linux filesystems
Prepare and organize storage devices by creating partitions and managing Linux filesystems.
Build and manage volumes using LVM
Use Logical Volume Manager (LVM) to create, resize, and manage flexible storage volumes
Apply kernel tuning and manage modules
Optimize system performance by adjusting kernel parameters and managing kernel modules
Deploy Red Hat systems using Kickstart automation
Automate Red Hat Enterprise Linux installations using Kickstart for faster and more consistent deployments.
Control services with systemd and automate tasks
Manage system services with systemd and automate routine administrative tasks through scheduled jobs.
Course timeline
Day 1
Session 1: Accessing the System
- Logging in and command-line access
- Using manual pages and system documentation
- Linux information sources and HowTo guides
- Shell control characters and command-line navigation
- Remote desktop access from Windows and Linux systems
Session 2: Networking and Remote Services
- Configuring network interfaces and devices
- Managing network connections
- IPv4 and IPv6 dynamic and static networking
- Network packet capture and analysis
- Secure remote access with SSH
- Network Time Protocol (NTP) configuration
- NIS and LDAP integration
- File synchronization with rsync
Session 3: User and File Administration
- Authentication policies and User Private Groups
- User and group management
- Password administration and security
- Managing user profile files
- Extended file permissions
- Access Control Lists (ACLs)
- Centralized administration server integration
Day 2
Session 4: System Monitoring
- Monitoring CPU, memory, and disk utilization
- Configuring and managing system logging
- Managing process priorities
- Monitoring and analyzing system logs
- Log rotation and maintenance
- Viewing and configuring the system journal
Session 5: Software Management
- Red Hat Package Management (RPM)
- Querying and verifying packages
- Resolving package dependencies
- Kernel updates using RPM
- Advanced RPM features
- Red Hat Subscription Manager
Session 6: Managing Software with YUM
- Installing and removing packages with YUM and DNF
- Rolling back software updates and installations
- Creating and managing software repositories
- Configuring client repository access
- Managing YUM plugins
Session 7: Data Security
- Managing SELinux contexts, ports, and booleans
- Monitoring and troubleshooting SELinux policies
- Modifying SELinux policy settings
- Configuring secure remote access with SSH
- Secure file transfers between systems
- Firewall management with firewalld
Day 3
Session 8: Disk Partitioning
- Partitioning disks and creating filesystems
- Checking and repairing filesystems
- Encrypting filesystems with LUKS
- Creating and managing swap space
Session 9: LVM Volumes
- Preparing storage devices for LVM
- Creating Volume Groups and Logical Volumes
- Resizing and removing LVM filesystems
Session 10: Tuning the Kernel
- Linux kernel architecture and design
- Managing dynamic kernel modules
- Loading and removing modules
- Modifying kernel configuration settings
- Performance tuning with tuned
- Managing kernel parameters
Day 4
Session 11: Installing Red Hat Linux Using Kickstart
- Automating Red Hat Linux installations
- Creating and managing Kickstart files
- Pre-installation and post-installation scripting
- Configuring installation servers
- Performing network-based installations via NFS, FTP, and HTTP
Session 12: Systemd and Controlling Services
- Understanding the systemd startup process
- Managing services with systemctl
- Working with units, targets, and control groups
- Configuring localization and time zones
- Managing system shutdown and restart operations
Session 13: Scheduling Future Tasks
- Scheduling one-time tasks with at
- Automating recurring tasks with cron
- Managing system cron configurations
- Using anacron for scheduled task automation
Session 14: Configuring NFS and Samba
- Configuring NFS servers and clients
- Managing AutoFS maps and wildcards
- Configuring Samba servers and clients
- Managing SELinux settings for Samba
Day 5
Session 15: Managing Virtual Systems
- Virtualization concepts and architecture
- Verifying virtualization hardware support
- Installing KVM virtual machines
- Managing virtual systems through graphical and command-line tools
- Starting, stopping, and administering virtual machines
Session 16: Deploy Containers with Podman and Buildah
- Linux container fundamentals
- Containers versus virtualization
- Building and managing containers with Podman and Buildah
- Replacing Docker workflows with Red Hat container tools
Session 17: Troubleshooting
- Understanding the Linux boot process
- Using the rescue environment for system recovery
- Managing GRUB boot options and run levels
- Diagnosing and resolving common boot issues
Appendix A: Command Quick Reference
- Essential Linux command reference
- Key system administration commands
Appendix B: Virtual Data Optimizer (VDO)
- VDO concepts and architecture
- Installing and configuring VDO
- Creating and managing VDO volumes
- Expanding logical and physical storage capacity
Who Should Enroll in this Program?
Linux and UNIX system administrators seeking advanced RHEL administration skills
IT professionals responsible for deploying, managing, and supporting Linux servers
DevOps professionals who need a deeper understanding of Linux administration
Technical support engineers supporting enterprise Linux systems
IT specialists looking to progress towards RHCE certification
Infrastructure engineers and platform engineers working in Red Hat environments
Prerequisites
- A solid understanding of Linux operating system fundamentals
- Previous experience administering Linux or UNIX systems
- Knowledge equivalent to Red Hat 9 System Administration – Part 1 or similar foundational Linux administration training
- Familiarity with command-line operations, file management, and basic system administration tasks
Statements
Licensing and accreditation
The course is offered according to Partner Program Agreement and complies with the License Agreement requirements.
Equity Policy
Candidates are encouraged to reach out to AVC for guidance and support throughout the accommodation process.
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