RH124: Red Hat System Administration I Course

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$4,400.00 USD

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5 Days

 

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Course Overview

With 90% of Fortune 500 companies using Red Hat, learning to manage Red Hat Enterprise Linux is a powerful career step. Are you ready to take control of Red Hat systems and build real command-line confidence?

Red Hat System Administration I (RH124) is the first course in Red Hat’s core system administration training track, designed for IT professionals without previous Linux experience. This lab-based course provides students with Linux administration skills by focusing on core administration tasks, such as managing files, controlling services, and configuring Red Hat Enterprise Linux servers.

RH124 provides a foundation for students who plan to become full-time Linux system administrators and is the first step toward earning the Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) credential. The journey continues with Red Hat System Administration II (RH134).

This course is based on Red Hat® Enterprise Linux 10.0.

Course Objectives

You’ll develop real-world Linux administration skills that serve as the foundation for continued Red Hat training and RHCSA certification.

  • Introduce Linux and the Red Hat Enterprise Linux ecosystem.
  • Run commands and view shell environments.
  • Manage, organize, and secure files.
  • Manage users, groups, and user security policies.
  • Control and monitor systemd services.
  • Configure remote access by using the web console and SSH.
  • Configure network interfaces and settings.
  • Manage software by using DNF.

Who Should Attend?

This course is geared toward Windows system administrators, network administrators, and other system administrators who are interested in supplementing current skills or backstopping other team members, in addition to Linux system administrators who are responsible for these tasks: Configuring, installing, upgrading, and maintaining Linux systems using established standards and procedures, Providing operational support, Managing systems for monitoring system performance and availability, Writing and deploying scripts for task automation and system administration.
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  • Interactive classroom participation: Our virtual training includes live lectures, demonstrations and virtual labs that allow you to participate in discussions with your instructor and fellow classmates to get real-time feedback.
  • Post Class Resources: Review your class content, catch up on any material you may have missed or perfect your new skills with access to resources after your course is complete.
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What is the RH124: Red Hat System Administration I course?

RH124 is the first course in Red Hat’s Linux administration track. It introduces essential command-line skills and foundational tasks needed to manage Red Hat Enterprise Linux servers, preparing students for RH134 and the RHCSA exam.

Is this course good for beginners with no Linux background?

Yes. RH124 is specifically designed for professionals with no prior Linux experience. It builds essential skills from the ground up.

Will this course help me become a Red Hat system administrator?

Absolutely. RH124 is the starting point for the RHCSA certification path. After completing it, you’ll be ready to move on to RH134 and then take the RHCSA exam.

How does this course help with managing users and permissions?

You’ll learn to create and manage users and groups, apply file permissions, and enforce security policies—critical skills for system access and control.

Is the RH124 exam included with this course?

No. The RHCSA exam is not included by default, but you can purchase the exam voucher separately during or after registration.

Course Prerequisites

Basic technical user skills with computer applications on some operating systems are expected. Previous experience as a Linux user or with system administration of other operating systems might be beneficial.

Agenda

1 - Introduction to Red Hat Enterprise Linux

  • Define and explain the following concepts: open source, Linux, Linux distributions, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux.

2 - Accessing the Command Line

  • Log in to a Linux system and run simple commands by using the shell.

3 - Getting Help from Local Documentation

  • Resolve problems by using information in local help systems and documentation.

4 - Registering Systems for Red Hat Support

  • Register a system by using your Red Hat account to get support services and software that Red Hat provides.

5 - Getting AI-assisted Help with RHEL Lightspeed

  • Get AI-driven guidance and suggestions to efficiently manage a RHEL server by using Red Hat Enterprise Linux Lightspeed.

6 - Navigating the File-system Hierarchy

  • Describe the organization of files in the Linux file-system hierarchy and specify files by name, by using relative paths or absolute paths.

7 - Managing Files from the Command Line

  • Copy, move, create, delete, and organize files from the command line.

8 - Editing Text Files

  • Create, view, and edit text files from the command line.

9 - Redirecting Shell Input and Output

  • Redirect the output of commands and input to commands, by using Bash.

10 - Managing Local Users and Groups

  • Obtain superuser access to a system; create, manage, and delete local users and groups; and administer local password policies.

11 - Controlling Access to Files

  • Set standard permissions on files and interpret the security effects of different permission settings.

12 - Installing and Updating Software with RPM

  • Download, install, update, and manage software packages from Red Hat and DNF package repositories.

13 - Installing and Updating Applications by Using Flatpak

  • Install, upgrade, and use desktop software from the Red Hat Ecosystem Catalog by using Flatpak.

14 - Accessing Removable Media

  • Access file systems on removable media devices by mounting them on a directory in the file-system hierarchy.

15 - Monitoring and Managing Linux Processes

  • Investigate, control, and terminate processes that run on a Red Hat Enterprise Linux system.

16 - Controlling Services and Daemons

  • Control and monitor the system services and daemons that systemd starts.

17 - Introduction to Networking

  • Describe basic TCP/IP networking concepts and investigate the current network configuration and functionality on a server.

18 - Managing Network Configuration

  • Configure network interfaces and settings on Red Hat Enterprise Linux servers.

19 - Configuring and Securing SSH

  • Protect SSH communication by managing host keys and by implementing key-based authentication for users.

20 - Comprehensive Review

  • Practice skills learned in Red Hat System Administration I.
 

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