Linux Administration

Master Linux systems administration, command line operations, and server management for cloud and DevOps environments.

8 weeks
Duration
Beginner
Level
RHCSA/LPIC-1 aligned
Certifications
Project-based assessment
Assessment

Course Modules

Linux Fundamentals

25%
Linux architecture and distributions
File system hierarchy and navigation
Command line essentials
File and directory operations
Text editors (vi/vim, nano)
Help systems and documentation
Package management (apt, yum, dnf)

Shell Scripting & Automation

28%
Bash shell fundamentals
Variables and data types
Control structures and loops
Functions and parameters
Regular expressions
Automation with cron jobs
Script debugging and optimization

System Administration

30%
User and group management
File permissions and ownership
Process management and monitoring
System services and systemd
Log management and analysis
Disk partitioning and LVM
System backup and recovery

Network & Security

17%
Network configuration and troubleshooting
SSH and remote access
Firewall configuration (iptables/firewalld)
SELinux basics
Security best practices
System hardening
SSL/TLS certificates

Learning Path

Weeks 1-2

Linux Basics

Command line fundamentals, file system navigation, and essential operations

Weeks 3-4

Shell Scripting

Bash scripting, automation, and task scheduling with practical examples

Weeks 5-6

System Administration

User management, processes, services, and system maintenance

Weeks 7-8

Network & Security

Network configuration, security hardening, and real-world projects

Technologies Covered

UbuntuRHEL/CentOSBashSystemdSSHApache/NginxMySQL/PostgreSQLDockerGitCronLVMFirewalldSELinuxRsyncAnsibleMonitoring Tools

What You'll Gain

Master Linux command line
Write powerful shell scripts
Manage servers effectively
Implement security best practices
Automate routine tasks
Foundation for DevOps career
RHCSA/LPIC-1 preparation
Industry-recognized skills

Ready to Master Linux?

Build a strong foundation in Linux administration and system management.