Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) | 3-day course

Overview

The demand for professionals with the skills to administer Linux Server is on the rise. Adoption of the open-source technology is growing as businesses continue adopting this secure, stable and flexible platform.

On this accelerated 3 day Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator course, you’ll prove your skills as a Linux systems administrator, giving you advanced practical knowledge of Linux solutions. With official Linux Foundation courseware and instructors, you’ll learn valuable skills in areas like:

Linux Filesystem Tree Layout
Partitioning and Formatting Disks
Local System Security
Package Installers

You’ll leave this course with the skills to implement and manage Linux solutions at an enterprise level.

This course is suitable for Linux system administrators who already have a basic knowledge of Linux or another UNIX-based operating system to refine their practical Linux skills. It is also useful to bolster the knowledge of those looking to progress onto advanced Linux courses.

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Benefits

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

* For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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Curriculum

Course LFS220: Linux System Administration

Introduction

Linux Foundation
Linux Foundation Training
Laboratory Exercises
Distribution Details
Obtaining Class Solutions and Resources
Registration

System Startup and Shutdown

Understanding the Boot Sequence
The Grand Unified Boot Loader
GRUB Configuration Files
System Configuration Files in /etc
The init Process
SysVinit Startup
chkconfig and service
Upstart
systemd
Shutting down/Rebooting the System

Linux Filesystem Tree Layout

Data Distinctions
FHS Linux Standard Directory Tree
root (/) directory
/bin
/dev
/etc
/home
/lib and /lib64
/media
/mnt
/opt
/proc
/sys
/root
/sbin
/tmp
/usr
/var
/run

Kernel Services and Configuration

Kernel Overview
Kernel Configuration
sysctl
Kernel Modules
Module Utilities
Module Configuration
udev and Device Management

Partitioning and Formatting Disks

Common Disk Types
Disk Geometry
Partitioning
Naming Disk Devices
Sizing up partitions
Partition table editors

Linux Filesystems

Some Notes About Filesystems
Virtual Filesystem (VFS)
Filesystem Concepts
Disk and Filesystem Usage
Extended Attributes
ext4
XFS
btrfs
Creating and formatting filesystems
Checking and Repairing Filesystems
Mounting filesystems
Swap
Filesystem Quotas

RAID and LVM

RAID
RAID Levels
Software RAID Configuration
Logical Volume Management (LVM)
Volumes and Volume Groups
Working with Logical Volumes
Resizing Logical Volumes
LVM Snapshots

Processes

Programs and Processes
Process States
Execution Modes
Daemons
Creating Processes
Process Limits
Process Monitoring
Signals
niceness
Libraries

Package Management Systems

Software Packaging Concepts
RPM (Red Hat Package Manager)
DPKG (Debian Package)
Revision Control Systems

Package Installers

Package Installers
yum
zypper
APT

User and Group Account Management

User Accounts
Management
Passwords
Restricted Shells and Accounts
The root Account
Group Management
PAM (Pluggable Authentication Modules)
Authentication Process
Configuring PAM
LDAP Authentication
File Permissions and Ownership
SSH

Backup and Recovery Methods

Backup Basics
cpio
tar
Compression: gzip, bzip2 and xz and Backups
dd
rsync
dump and restore
mt
Backup Programs

Networking

IP Addresses
Hostnames
Configuring Network Interfaces
Routing
Name Resolution
Network Diagnostics

Firewalls

Firewalls
Interfaces
firewalld
Zones
Source Management
Service and Port Management

Local System Security

Local System Security
Creating a Security Policy
Updates and Security
Physical Security
Filesystem Security
Linux Security Modules

Basic Troubleshooting and System Rescue

Troubleshooting Overview
Things to Check: Networking
Boot Process Failures
Filesystem Corruption and Recovery
Virtual Consoles
Rescue Media and Troubleshooting
System Rescue and Recovery

Evaluation Survey

Exam Track

You'll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training Centre, covered by your Certification Guarantee:

Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS)

This exam is 2 hours in duration and requires you to score at least 74% to pass

What's Included

Included courseware:

LFS220 - Linux System Administration

Your accelerated course includes:

Accommodation *
Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
On-site exams **
Exam vouchers **
Practice tests **
Certification Guarantee ***
Courseware
Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
24-hour lab access
Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

To be suitable for this course, a basic understanding of Linux or another UNIX-based operating system is required.

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

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Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status	Location
19/2/2024 (Monday)	21/2/2024 (Wednesday)	Finished - Leave feedback	-
24/6/2024 (Monday)	26/6/2024 (Wednesday)	Wait list	Nationwide
5/8/2024 (Monday)	7/8/2024 (Wednesday)	Limited availability	Nationwide
16/9/2024 (Monday)	18/9/2024 (Wednesday)	Open	Nationwide
28/10/2024 (Monday)	30/10/2024 (Wednesday)	Open	Nationwide
9/12/2024 (Monday)	11/12/2024 (Wednesday)	Open	Nationwide

Linux Foundation - Certified System Administrator (LFCS)