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Linux - LPI Level 1 Certification
A Firebrand Training
6
Day Course
Linux - LPI Level 1 Certification - Overview
The goal of this six-day accelerated program for Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC) Level 1 and CompTIA Linux+ Certification is to provide professionals with the basic hardware, software, and networking skills necessary to function in an entry level Linux information technology position. The course covers all the major Linux distributions (Red Hat, Caldera, SuSE, Debian, TurboLinux, Slackware, etc.)
This is a performance-based course designed upon the job-related tasks a Linux professional must perform.
At the end of the course a student will be able to:
- work at the Unix command line
- perform easy maintenance tasks: help out users, add users to a larger system, backup & restore, shutdown & reboot
- can install and configure a work station (incl. X) and connect it to the LAN, or a stand-alone PC via modem to the Internet.
Linux - LPI Level 1 Certification - Benefits
Reasons for LPI Linux Level 1 Certification include career advancement, personal improvement, skills enhancement, and higher salaries. According to the Network Computing Special Careers Issue, http://www.networkcomputing.com, the networking professionals that enjoyed the largest compensation increases were those that achieved Linux Professional Institute Certificates.
According to the 2002 CRN Salary Survey, http://www.crn.com, "LPI Linux Level 1 Certification has the advantage of taking the focus off a specific vendor, which is critically important in the Linux area,"... "It gives us an extra degree of flexibility when it comes to providing the right solutions...".
Build Your Skills And Your Career: Certify Yourself
Linux Professional Institute, the leader in Linux training and testing materials, makes the following observations about the benefits of Linux certification:
- Establish your competence for a Linux-related function.
- Easily demonstrate your competence to a potential contractor.
- Helps you set out and follow a career path.
- LPI Linux Level 1 Certification is developed from within the Linux community, by your peers, and gives you the opportunity to help develop the certification standards and exams.
Your investment in your certification may be crucial to your career!
With Firebrand Training, you will:
- Learn all of the fundamentals
- Hone your implementation and troubleshooting skills
- Improve your creative thinking skills
- Obtain your certification
Other accelerated training providers rely heavily on lecture and independent self-testing and study.
Effective technical instruction must be highly varied and interactive to keep attention levels high, promote camaraderie and teamwork between the students and instructor, and solidify knowledge through hands-on learning.
Firebrand Training provides instruction to meet every learning need, including:
- Intensive group instruction
- One-on-one instruction attention
- Hands-on labs
- Lab partner and group exercises
- Question and answer drills
- Friendly competitions between concurrently running classes
- Independent study
- Assessment of readiness for testing
Other accelerated training providers rely heavily on lecture and independent self-testing and study.
Our approach is highly varied and interactive to keep attention levels high, promote teamwork, and solidify knowledge through hands-on learning.
You’ll get:
- Intensive group instruction
- One-on-one instruction attention
- Hands-on case studies
- Partner and group exercises
- Question and answer review sessions
- Mock exam papers
This information has been provided as a helpful tool for candidates considering certification. Benefits of certification determined through studies do not guarantee any particular personal successes. Firebrand Training provides a guarantee of obtaining certification at the camp, but does not make any guarantees about personal successes or benefits of obtaining certification.
Linux - LPI Level 1 Certification - Curriculum
Firebrand Training provides thorough instructor-led training to ensure that you learn the fundamentals, obtain hands-on skills and earn your certification. You will emerge able to immediately apply your new knowledge in your career environment.
You will gain knowledge and hands-on skills in these key topics:
Hardware & Architecture
- Configure Fundamental BIOS Settings
- Configure Modem and Sound cards
- Setup SCSI Devices
- Setup different PC expansion cards
- Configure Communication Devices
- Configure USB devices
Linux Installation & Package Management
- Design hard disk layout
- Install a boot manager
- Make and install programs from source
- Manage shared libraries
- Use Debian package management
- Use Red Hat Package Manager (RPM)
GNU & Unix Commands
- Work on the command line
- Process text streams using filters
- Perform basic file management
- Use streams, pipes, and redirects
- Create, monitor, and kill processes
- Modify process execution priorities
- Search text files using regular expressions
- Perform basic file editing operations using vi
Devices, Linux Filesystems, Filesystem Hierarchy
- Create partitions and filesystems
- Maintain the integrity of filesystems
- Control mounting and unmounting filesystems
- Managing disk quota
- Use file permissions to control access to files
- Manage file ownership
- Create and change hard and symbolic links
- Find system files and place files in the correct location
X
- Install & Configure XFree86
- Setup a display manager
- Install & Customize a Window Manager Environment
Kernel
- Manage/Query
- kernel and kernel modules at runtime
- Reconfigure, build, and install a custom kernel and kernel modules
Boot, Initialization, Shutdown and Runlevels
- Boot the system
- Change runlevels and shutdown or reboot system
Printing
- Manage printers and print queues
- Print files
- Install and configure local and remote printers
Documentation
- Use and manage local system documentation
- Find Linux documentation on the Internet
- Notify users on system-related issues
Shells, Scripting, Programming and Compiling
- Customize and use the shell environment
- Customize or write simple scripts
Administrative Tasks
- Manage users and group accounts and related system files
- Tune the user environment and system environment variables
- Configure and use system log files to meet administrative and security needs
- Automate system administration tasks by scheduling jobs to run in the future
- Maintain an effective data backup strategy
- Maintain system time
Networking Fundamentals
- Fundamentals of TCP/IP
- TCP/IP configuration and troubleshooting
- Configure Linux as a PPP client
Networking Services
- Configure and manage inetd, xinetd, and related services
- Operate and perform basic configuration of sendmail
- Operate and perform basic configuration of Apache
- Properly manage the NFS, smb, and nmb daemons
- Setup and configure basic DNS services
- Set up secure shell (OpenSSH)
Security
- Perform security administration tasks
- Setup host security
- Setup user level security
Throughout the course, Firebrand Training will evaluate the student's progress and preparedness for the vendor exams through the use of:
- Quizzes administered at the end of each day to assess strengths and weaknesses and identify areas that need additional instruction
- Practice exams that simulate the look, feel and content of the vendor's exams, to assess preparedness for the actual vendor exam as well as identify areas that need more focus
More detail on the LPI Linux Level 1 Certification curriculum can be found here Exam 101 and here Exam102
Linux - LPI Level 1 Certification - Exam Track
To obtain LPI Linux Level 1 Certification, candidates must complete two exams:
117-101B : General Linux I
This exam tests basic capabilities in these areas:
- GNU & Unix commands
- Devices, Linux File Systems, Filesystem Hierarchy Standard
- Boot, Initialization, Shutdown, Run Levels
- Documentation
- Administrative Tasks
Detailed objectives are listed on the following page, http://www.lpi.org.
117-102B : General Linux II
This exam tests basic capabilities in these areas:
- Hardware & Architecture
- Linux Installation and Package Management
- Kernel
- Text Editing, Processing, Printing
- Shells, Scripting, Programming, Compiling
- X
- Networking Fundamentals
- Networking Services
- Security
Detailed objectives are listed on the following page, http://www.lpi.org.
Linux - LPI Level 1 Certification - What's Included
Firebrand Training offers top-quality technical education and certification training in an all-inclusive course package specifically designed for the needs and ease of our students. We attend to every detail so our students can focus solely on their studies and certification goals.
Our Certification Programs include*
- Intensive Hands-on Training Utilising our (Lecture | Lab | Review)TM Delivery
- Comprehensive Study Materials, Program Courseware and Self-Testing Software
- Fully instructor-led program with 24 hour lab access
- Examination vouchers
- On site testing
- Accommodation, All Meals, Beverages, and Snacks
- Examination Passing Policy
* Please note:
- Our ISC(2) Cissp CBK Review program differs from normal course delivery. For more details, speak to us on 080 80 800 888.
- Exam vouchers for our (ISC)2 certifications need to be purchased directly from (ISC)2
- On site testing is not included in our ISACA or PMI certifications
Our instructors teach to accommodate every student's learning needs through individualised instruction, hands-on labs, lab partner and group exercises, independent study, self-testing, and question/answer drills.
Firebrand Training has dedicated, well-equipped educational facilities where you will attend instruction and labs and have access to comfortable study and lounging rooms. Our students consistently say our facilities are second-to-none.
Examination Passing Policy
Should a student complete a Firebrand Training Program without having successfully passed all vendor examinations, the student may re-attend that program for a period of one year. Students will only be responsible for accommodations and vendor exam fees.
Linux - LPI Level 1 Certification - Prerequisites
Students who are successful in the LPI Linux Level 1 Certification will possess:
- A minimum of two years of experience in the computer industry
- Extensive experience with at least one other operating system
- Working knowledge of a Unix style editor
We interview all applicants for the course on their technical background, degrees and certifications held, and general suitability. If you get through this screening process, it means you stand a great chance of passing.
Firebrand Training is an immersive training environment. You must be committed to the course. The above prerequisites are guidelines, but many students with less experience have other background or traits that have enabled their success in accelerated training through Firebrand Training.
Linux - LPI Level 1 Certification Funding
How to fund your learning
Have you been affected by the recession? If so, you can get help. Here are some places to look for funding available to UK residents.
1. Real Help Now
Find out about the Government’s Real Help Now agenda, which outlines what Government help is available and about its plans to get Britain through the recession.
2. In Our Hands
If you're already out of work, or think you're facing it, the Learning and Skills Council website offers impartial advice on what training is available, and how you can benefit from boosting your skills.
3. Train to Gain
Train to Gain is a joint investment between UK employers and the Government, aimed at improving the skills of employees. If you’re based in other parts of the UK, you can also visit one of these sites for details:
4. Business Link
The free local business support service, Business Link, has a Grants and Support Directory available for those looking to help fund many aspects of running your business, including training.
5. Directory of Social Change
See details of 3,500+ trusts with over £362 million available each year for individuals in need. We’d recommend looking at Grants for Individuals or Grants for the public and voluntary sectors.
Ask us
Unsure of what help is out there? Feel free to call us for advice, on 080 80 800 888.
Linux - LPI Level 1 Certification Testimonials
"If you like a challenge its the best environment to learn. The instructor was a fountain of knowledge. I have never learned so much in one week before. Its got to be a must for those who need to learn and have not the time for long drawn out courses. Tough work but so worth it."
Jonathan Dade, ridgeway computers.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (16/5/2005 to 22/5/2005)
"Firebrand* experience is intensive, but very fulfilling. Each day is crammed with information and labwork to help you better understand the subject matter.
A day typically starts with a classroom session, laying the foundations. This is then followed with lab sessions putting everything into practice.
At the end of the day there is a review session, allowing the time to find any areas which are not fully understood or to ask questions. Typically then, each evening is completed with a reading session to gain an understanding of the following days material.
The intensive nature ensures complete focus throughout the program.
All in all an enjoyable and fulfilling, if exhausting time."
Anthony Porter, Captec Ltd..
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (15/11/2004 to 21/11/2004)
"Thoroughly enjoyed myself. It was has hard work but I've learnt an immense amount."
JW,
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (10/3/2003 to 16/3/2003)
"Excellent training from a highly experienced trainer"
Wayne Tainton, United Bristol Healthcare Trust.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (2/8/2004 to 8/8/2004)
"I have received first class training on a subject to which I was a relative newcomer.
I have learned a great deal which I will be able to put to immediate use both at home and at work. I elected not to take the exams immediately after because I like to get some real world experience before certification. I know I can come back to take the exams with the training vouchers provided at any time.
Firebrand* has lived up to expectations and have done a great job. Well done."
AR, unemployed drop out no good bum!.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (17/2/2003 to 23/2/2003)
"It is well worth investing in this type of course whether you need the certification or the experience. The overall course gave me much usefull skills that I can now apply in the real world more quickly than if I had to apply self learning. Being able to access labs and tutors after the lessions is very helpfull as there is always something to turn to when you do not have the answer avaliable."
Nat Bernard,
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (18/11/2002 to 24/11/2002)
"Firebrand* experience is intensive, but very fulfilling. Each day is crammed with information and labwork to help you better understand the subject matter.
A day typically starts with a classroom session, laying the foundations. This is then followed with lab sessions putting everything into practice.
At the end of the day there is a review session, allowing the time to find any areas which are not fully understood or to ask questions. Typically then, each evening is completed with a reading session to gain an understanding of the following days material.
The intensive nature ensures complete focus throughout the program.
All in all an enjoyable and fulfilling, if exhausting time."
Anthony Porter, Captec Ltd..
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (15/11/2004 to 21/11/2004)
"the course exceeded all of my expectations"
Raju Choudhury,
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (18/11/2002 to 24/11/2002)
"Firebrand* experience is intensive, but very fulfilling. Each day is crammed with information and labwork to help you better understand the subject matter.
A day typically starts with a classroom session, laying the foundations. This is then followed with lab sessions putting everything into practice.
At the end of the day there is a review session, allowing the time to find any areas which are not fully understood or to ask questions. Typically then, each evening is completed with a reading session to gain an understanding of the following days material.
The intensive nature ensures complete focus throughout the program.
All in all an enjoyable and fulfilling, if exhausting time."
Anthony Porter, Captec Ltd..
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (15/11/2004 to 21/11/2004)
"The instructor's real world experience and knowledge of the highest calibre made this a memorable, enjoyable and extremely worthwhile experience.
This is a tough course but, combined with the accomodation and services available, Firebrand provide an excellent opportunity to tackle it.
If you're new to Linux, make sure that you do the pre-reading as a minimum and do as much additional preparation as possible to familiarise yourself with the topics covered. It will be worth the effort.
"
Derek James, Contractor.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (26/5/2008 to 1/6/2008)
"An intensive working experience but very rewarding to get through the course when the effort is applied."
Anon.,
ForLinux Ltd.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (11/4/2005 to 17/4/2005)
"I had a greate experience staying at Firebrand Training Camp. Training was wonderful, really enjoyed all meals. Nice and quite in the evening, so could concentrate on reading."
E.C, Smartodds Ltd.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (1/6/2009 to 6/6/2009)
"Top quality trainer - I could not have asked for better regarding his experience and teaching methods. I believe that in attending this course I am leaving with solid foundations in Linux that I can continue to build upon and progress my career in IT. Many thanks.
"
Wayne Groenendaal, Minivator Ltd.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (26/5/2008 to 1/6/2008)
"The instructor's real world experience and knowledge of the highest calibre made this a memorable, enjoyable and extremely worthwhile experience.
This is a tough course but, combined with the accomodation and services available, Firebrand provide an excellent opportunity to tackle it.
If you're new to Linux, make sure that you do the pre-reading as a minimum and do as much additional preparation as possible to familiarise yourself with the topics covered. It will be worth the effort.
"
Derek James, Contractor.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (26/5/2008 to 1/6/2008)
"I cannot recommend Firebrand* enough. The training is an absolute commitment, so come in and expect to earn your spurs. The facilities, food, support, and staff are top noFirebrand*h."
Darren Stewart, Gray Cancer Institute.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (19/1/2004 to 25/1/2004)
"Firebrand* will do exactly as it promises - as long as you do your preparation and work hard.
Excellent staff and quality trainers will give you more than 100% while you are with them - if you don't succeed then I doubt very much it will be their fault!
I thought it was a "shove the knowledge in and get them out the door" kind of place - I am happy to be wrong. Excellent tuition gives you all you need to get on with the job - and certification to boot!"
James Dennett, Atos Origin.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (11/4/2005 to 17/4/2005)
"I was really amazed at the whole atmosphere and feel of Firebrand*. It was like being back at university,BUT staying in a 5 star hotel (residences) and eating 5 star meals (restuarant).
All lastest technology really makes us geeks feel right at home :) "
Andy Goldschmidt, www.Forlinux.co.uk (Linux Support).
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (16/5/2005 to 22/5/2005)
"If you like a challenge its the best environment to learn. The instructor was a fountain of knowledge. I have never learned so much in one week before. Its got to be a must for those who need to learn and have not the time for long drawn out courses. Tough work but so worth it."
Jonathan Dade, ridgeway computers.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (16/5/2005 to 22/5/2005)
"The balance of lecture and hands-on lab exercises is well balanced for both novices and experienced users. It not only covered what was needed to attain certification but also touched on areas and approaches that even I was unaware off. In all a concentrated week-long course provided the necessary focus that is not readily available when doing on-site or non-instructor lead training."
Colin Hillman, Selex Communications Limited.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (1/6/2009 to 6/6/2009)
"I had a greate experience staying at Firebrand Training Camp. Training was wonderful, really enjoyed all meals. Nice and quite in the evening, so could concentrate on reading."
E.C, Smartodds Ltd.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (1/6/2009 to 6/6/2009)
"The regime is grueling and enough to send you a bit mad if you are not certain of what you are in for. However, it is undoubtly a worthwhile experience, with such a vast amount of information to be had. An experience I will not forget I think, and certainly worth the time."
Matt Williams, Lindsworth School.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (3/3/2008 to 9/3/2008)
"What I expected to be a dry and tiring experience turned out to be an exremely enjoyable experience. Although I did go home exhausted I was very happy having achieved much more than I thought I ever would and had a great laugh too."
BP, Kerr McGee.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (2/8/2004 to 8/8/2004)
"The Firebrand* intructors give great adivce about leaving the Bar and the TV alone. If you have time for these then it is better spent reading or sleeping - there is very little time for these.
The courses (and exams) are great to fill in gaps in your Linux understanding and knowledge.
The week was a very worthwhile experience - and this is from someone who paid for the course themselves."
Andy Richardson, St Marys School Shaftesbury.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (2/8/2004 to 8/8/2004)
"Tadley Court is the ideal environment to encouarage effective study and enable one to learn new material as well as revisit old. It provides the focus one needs to prepare adequately and correctly for LPIC"
William J Cooper, SAIC.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (16/6/2003 to 22/6/2003)
"The LPIC 1 course is ideal for someone with a little knowledge of Linux and want's to expand that knowledge. It is set to a high level with loads of hands on training. It's not for the faint of heart."
Lee Beazley, Self..
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (20/2/2006 to 26/2/2006)
"I was really amazed at the whole atmosphere and feel of Firebrand*. It was like being back at university,BUT staying in a 5 star hotel (residences) and eating 5 star meals (restuarant).
All lastest technology really makes us geeks feel right at home :) "
Andy Goldschmidt, www.Forlinux.co.uk (Linux Support).
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (16/5/2005 to 22/5/2005)
"Thoroughly enjoyed myself. It was has hard work but I've learnt an immense amount."
JW,
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (10/3/2003 to 16/3/2003)
"Excellent training from a highly experienced trainer"
Wayne Tainton, United Bristol Healthcare Trust.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (2/8/2004 to 8/8/2004)
"If you like a challenge its the best environment to learn. The instructor was a fountain of knowledge. I have never learned so much in one week before. Its got to be a must for those who need to learn and have not the time for long drawn out courses. Tough work but so worth it."
Jonathan Dade, ridgeway computers.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (16/5/2005 to 22/5/2005)
"The instructor's real world experience and knowledge of the highest calibre made this a memorable, enjoyable and extremely worthwhile experience.
This is a tough course but, combined with the accomodation and services available, Firebrand provide an excellent opportunity to tackle it.
If you're new to Linux, make sure that you do the pre-reading as a minimum and do as much additional preparation as possible to familiarise yourself with the topics covered. It will be worth the effort.
"
Derek James, Contractor.
LPI Linux Level 1 Certification (6 Days) (26/5/2008 to 1/6/2008)
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