RHCSA Summer Training: Mastering Linux System Administration

Course Description

This 90-hour summer training program is designed to provide students with hands-on expertise in Linux System Administration using Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), aligned with the RH124 and RH134 curriculum. The course includes 60 hours of instructor-led training, 20 hours of self-learning, and 10 hours of project work, covering Linux fundamentals, command-line operations, user and permission management, package management, services, networking, SSH, shell scripting, task automation, SELinux, LVM, boot troubleshooting, firewall, and NFS. The program follows a lab-intensive approach, where each session combines concept delivery with practical administration tasks on RHEL/VM environments. Students also complete real-world mini projects such as disk monitoring, process tracking, login security, service watchdogs, and firewall automation to strengthen industry readiness. By the end of the training, learners will be prepared for RHCSA certification, Linux administration roles, DevOps, cloud support, and cybersecurity operations.

Course Fee Seats Limited

₹2000.00

Course Details

Duration
Duration
60 HRS
Duration
Course Label
SDC
Course Language
English
Duration
Course Mode
Online
Duration
Timings
6 PM - 8 PM
Days
Monday to Saturday
Registration Till
25 May 2026
Duration
Tentative ClassStart Date
2nd Week of June
Duration
Eligible Schools:
1. School of Computer Science and Engineering 2. School of AI and Emerging Technologies 3. School of Computing and Artificial Intelligence
Certificate Criteria
Certificate Criteria
75% attendance, 50% score in all Exams/CA

Curriculum Snapshot

Explore the comprehensive course modules

1 Introduction to Linux and RHEL Ecosystem

Introduce Linux and the Red Hat Enterprise Linux ecosystem.

2 Linux Command Line and Shell Environment

Run commands and view shell environments.

3 File Management and Security

Manage, organize, and secure files.

4 User and Permission Management

Manage users, groups, and user security policies.

5 System Services and Process Management

Control and monitor systemd services.

6 Remote Access and System Administration Tools

Configure remote access by using the web console and SSH.

7 Network Configuration and Management

Configure network interfaces and settings.

8 Package Management and Software Installation

Manage software by using DNF.

9 RHEL Installation and Deployment Techniques

Install Red Hat Enterprise Linux with scalable methods

10 Advanced File Systems and Security Access

Access security files, file systems, and networks

11 Shell Scripting and Automation

Execute shell scripting and automation techniques

12 Storage Management and Logical Volume Administration

Manage storage devices, logical volumes, and file systems

13 System Security and Access Control

Manage security and system access

14 Boot Process and Service Management

Control the boot process and system services

15 Containerization and Application Deployment

Running containers

16 RHEL Image Mode and System Optimization

Use image mode for RHEL

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Pushpendra Kumar Pateriya

Pushpendra Kumar Pateriya

Assistant Professor

Mr. Pushpendra Kumar Pateriya is an accomplished academic leader, Linux systems educator, and mentor with rich expertise in Operating Systems, Linux Administration, System Programming, Virtualization, and Cloud Computing. He has an outstanding academic record, having qualified GATE 9 times with an impressive highest All India Rank (AIR) of 568, along with being UGC NET qualified, reflecting his strong command over core computer science fundamentals. As the Head of the Department, he has successfully designed and delivered multiple industry-oriented training programs in Linux, RHCSA, OS Labs, and System Administration, with a strong emphasis on hands-on practical learning and certification readiness. His core expertise includes Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), shell scripting, process and service management, networking, SELinux, storage administration, boot troubleshooting, and enterprise server security. His pedagogy focuses on real-world administration scenarios, lab-driven troubleshooting, and project-based learning, enabling students to prepare for RHCSA, DevOps, cloud, and cybersecurity roles. He has consistently mentored students for Linux-based placements, open-source technologies, competitive exams, and industry certifications, making this training highly aligned with enterprise expectations.

Awadhesh Kumar Shukla

Awadhesh Kumar Shukla

External Expert

Mr. Awadhesh Kumar Shukla is an accomplished cybersecurity professional and Linux infrastructure expert, currently serving as a Principal Security Consultant at Quick Heal. With extensive industry experience in enterprise security operations, Linux server environments, system hardening, incident response, threat monitoring, and infrastructure security, he brings strong real-world expertise to this training program. His professional strengths include Linux system administration, shell scripting, secure service management, SSH hardening, firewall configuration, log analysis, SELinux security, and enterprise troubleshooting. His exposure to production-grade Linux and security environments enables students to understand not only administration tasks but also the security best practices essential for modern Linux servers. In this RHCSA Summer Training, he will contribute significantly through hands-on lab mentoring, security-focused troubleshooting sessions, automation use cases, and project guidance on system monitoring, suspicious login detection, firewall automation, and service watchdog solutions, helping students align their learning with industry-grade Linux administration and cybersecurity workflows.