SUSE Linux System Administration (SCA) - 5 days Online Classroom
2.650,00 EUR
- 5 days
Build a strong foundation in SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) administration with this hands-on five-day course. Designed for aspiring Linux administrators and IT professionals, you'll learn how to install, configure, secure, and maintain SUSE Linux systems in enterprise environments. Through practical labs, you'll develop the skills to manage users, software, storage, networking, services, and system security while gaining the confidence needed to support production Linux environments. The course also aligns with the SUSE Certified Administrator (SCA) certification objectives, making it an excellent starting point for professional certification
Key Features
Language
Course and materials are in English
Level
Beginner - Intermediate level
5 days (8 hours / day) live classroom
with accredited trainers
60+ recommended study hours
SCA exam preparation included (but no exam)
Exercises and solutions
Downloadable PDF documents with detailed content (slides, explanations)
Certificate
Certificate of completion available
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
Navigate
Learn how to install and configure SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES), manage initial system settings, and prepare servers for enterprise deployment. Build a solid foundation for administering SUSE Linux environments.
Develop
Develop the skills to install, update, and remove software packages, manage system processes, and control essential services to keep Linux systems secure, stable, and performing efficiently.
Monitor
Gain practical experience managing Linux filesystems, partitions, storage devices, and swap space. You'll also monitor disk usage to optimise performance and maintain reliable storage.
Configure
Configure network settings, manage hostnames, and apply core firewall and security controls. Learn how to maintain secure, connected, and reliable SUSE Linux systems in enterprise environments.
Course timeline
Day 1
Lesson 01
- Configure and manage Linux filesystems, partitions, and storage devices.
- Compare Btrfs, XFS, and EXT filesystems for different workloads.
- Mount, unmount, and manage filesystems using labels and UUIDs.
- Manage Logical Volume Manager (LVM) for flexible storage allocation.
- Repair, resize, and optimise filesystems for improved performance.
- Configure and administer swap space and monitor disk usage.
Day 2
Lesson 02
- Create and manage users, groups, permissions, and sudo privileges.
- Administer software packages using RPM, libzypp, and YaST.
- Install, update, verify, and remove software packages securely.
- Configure system logging with rsyslog, journald, and logrotate.
- Secure systems using SSH, GPG encryption, and firewall management.
- Implement authentication and remote access security best practices.Edit and manage files efficiently using the vi/Vim editor and its core features.
- Search, replace, and manipulate text with vi/Vim, grep, sed, and regular expressions.
- Recall and edit command history using Bash and Korn shell features.
- Manage users, groups, file permissions, and ownership.
- Configure file attributes and create hard and symbolic links.
- Apply access control techniques to secure files and directories.
Day 3
Lesson 03
- Manage the Linux boot process, systemd services, and startup configuration.
- Monitor processes and automate tasks with cron, at, and anacron.
- Use monitoring tools to analyse system performance and resource usage.
- Configure IPv4, IPv6, and essential network services.
- Manage network interfaces, routing, DNS, and hostname resolution.
- Configure and troubleshoot Linux networking in enterprise environments.
Day 4
Lesson 04
- Configure internet services, remote administration, and time synchronisation.
- Analyse network traffic and manage network service ports.
- Install, configure, and manage printers using CUPS.
- Configure localisation settings, locales, keyboard layouts, and time zones.
- Deploy and manage KVM virtual machines and Docker containers.
- Explore Linux virtualisation and cloud computing fundamentals.
Day 5
Lesson 05
- Manage Linux devices, hardware detection, and system information.
- Archive, compress, back up, and restore files using Linux utilities.
- Clone storage devices and implement backup strategies.
- Troubleshoot boot, hardware, and system configuration issues.
- Use maintenance and recovery tools to diagnose and resolve problems.
- Apply practical administration skills through hands-on troubleshooting exercises.
Who Should Enroll in this Program?
New or aspiring Linux system administrators
IT support engineers and technical support professionals
Infrastructure and operations engineers
Windows administrators transitioning to Linux
Anyone preparing for the SUSE Certified Administrator (SCA) certification
Prerequisites
- Basic computer and IT knowledge
- Familiarity with operating system concepts is beneficial
- Previous Linux experience is helpful but not required
- No prior SUSE Linux administration experience is necessary
Licensing
and equality policy
Licensing and accreditation
This course is offered according to Partner Program Agreement and complies with the License Agreement requirements.
Equity Policy
AVCdoes not provide accommodations due to a disability or medical condition of any students. Candidates are encouraged to reach out to AVC for guidance and support throughout the accommodation process.
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