The Red Hat System Administration I (RH124) and II (RH134) courses provide a comprehensive, two-part series designed to equip IT professionals with the essential skills needed to manage Red Hat Enterprise Linux servers. These courses cover a wide range of core Linux system administration tasks, from the fundamentals to more advanced techniques.

• RH124 (System Administration I) is for IT professionals with no prior Linux experience. It introduces essential administration concepts, command-line tools, and enterprise-level resources. This course covers foundational tasks such as file management, user security, and configuring network interfaces, preparing students for more advanced administration work.
• RH134 (System Administration II) builds upon the skills learned in RH124 and delves deeper into topics such as storage configuration, system boot management, security features (like SELinux), system troubleshooting, and automation. It provides students with the advanced knowledge needed to handle full-time Linux administrator responsibilities. Students also explore container management and basic system tuning, gaining practical skills for maintaining a secure and efficient Linux environment.

These courses are based on Red Hat® Enterprise Linux 9.3. They are designed for aspiring Linux administrators, system administrators, and IT professionals looking to enhance their skills in Linux administration, system troubleshooting, and automation.

Course Format & Availability:

• Offered as a five-day in-person class, a five-day virtual class, or self-paced (durations may vary depending on the delivery format).
• Hands-on lab access remains available for up to 45 days for any live course that includes a virtual environment.
• For full course details, scheduling, and pricing, select your location and “get started” from the course menu.

Course Content Summary:

• RH124:
  • Introduction to Linux and Red Hat Enterprise Linux
  • Running commands and managing shell environments
  • Organizing and securing files
  • Managing users, groups, and security policies
  • Controlling and monitoring systemd services
  • Configuring remote access using the web console and SSH
  • Configuring network interfaces and settings
  • Managing software using DNF
• RH134:
  • Installation and deployment of Red Hat Enterprise Linux
  • Managing storage devices, logical volumes, and file systems
  • Managing security and system access
  • Controlling the boot process and system services
  • Executing shell scripting and automation techniques
  • Running containers and system tuning
  • Accessing security files, file systems, and networks

Audience:

These courses are designed for technical professionals with responsibilities as Linux system administrators, enterprise administrators, or cloud administrators. RH124 is ideal for those new to Linux system administration, while RH134 is tailored for those ready to advance their skills to a full-time Linux administrator role. The courses are also suitable for Windows system administrators, network administrators, and IT professionals looking to expand their expertise.

Prerequisites:

• RH124: Basic technical user skills with computer applications on some operating systems.
• RH134: Completion of RH124 or prior Linux experience. Experienced Linux administrators seeking faster certification preparation may opt for the RHCSA Rapid Track (RH199) instead.

Technology Considerations:

• No special technical requirements for the course.
• This course is not designed for bring your own device (BYOD).
• Internet access is recommended but not required for accessing Red Hat online resources.