OpenPath, a unit of KV IT-Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Linux Engineer
About Mastering Linux
MasteringLinux is a flagship initiative by OpenPath, offering comprehensive and affordable online training in Linux OS and a wide array of open-source technologies. Designed specifically for B.Tech, BCA, MCA, and Diploma students, our program emphasizes hands-on experience with LIVE INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS, equipping trainees with practical skills required in today’s IT infrastructure environments.
Pre-requisites
Basic understanding of computer networking
A complimentary patch-up course is available for beginners
Program Details
Duration: 6 Months
Course Fee: ₹50,000 (After Discount: ₹45,000)
Mode: Hybrid (Online + Practical Labs)
Certification: “Mastering Linux Engineer with DevOps – Industry Ready Certification” by OpenPath
Includes: Hands-on labs, live industrial projects, and dedicated job support
COURSE CURRICULUM
Linux Concepts & Editors
Linux overview & open-source vs proprietary software
Roles of a System Administrator and Linux Engineer
Basic networking concepts
Working with VI/VIM editors
Installing VirtualBox, VMware & Oracle VM
Installing Linux (CLI & GUI modes)
Directory Structure & Remote Connectivity
Linux directory hierarchy explained
Understanding root vs normal users
File and directory creation & editingn
CLI vs Shell environment
Remote tools: PuTTY, MobaXterm, VNC, RDP
Linux Boot Process
BIOS/UEFI and GRUB overview
Kernel loading and systemd
Managing services with systemctl
Rescue mode, single user mode
Recovering root passwords
Configuring GRUB password security
Mounting File Systems
Understanding mount points and filesystem types (ext2/3/4, xfs)
Disk partitioning & formatting
Manual vs persistent mounts via /etc/fstab
Journaling, mount binding
Disk tools & the lost+found directory
Linux Networking
IP addressing, subnetting, gateway, DNS
Static and dynamic IP configuration
Network configuration files and routing tables
Linux as a router
Diagnostic tools: ping, netstat, ss, ip, nmcli, ifconfig
User Essentials
Application vs system users
Managing users and groups via /etc/passwd, /etc/shadow
Commands: useradd, usermod, passwd, chage, userdel
File ownership and group control (chown, chmod)
Setting login environments, user roles, default templates
Linux Permissions & Ownership
Understanding user (u), group (g), others (o) permissions
Octal notation and symbolic mode
Setting default permissions using umask
Special permissions: SUID, SGID, sticky bit
ACLs, inodes, soft vs hard links
Job Scheduling
Importance of automation in server environments
Tools: at, cron, anacron, systemd-timers
Scheduling backups and monitoring jobs
Security in scheduling
Practical use-cases: weekly/monthly tasks, reboot jobs
Essential Linux Commands
Basic commands for file, user, and system management
Advanced and monitoring commands: top, htop, ps, kill, lsof
Package managers: rpm, yum, dnf
Process & service management with systemd
NFS Server
NFS overview and use in Oracle environments
Server and client configuration
Exporting and accessing shared file systems
Centralized storage implementation
LVM – Logical Volume Management
Understanding LVM: PV, VG, LV
LVM commands: pvcreate, vgcreate, lvcreate, lvresize
Managing disk space flexibly using LVM structure
Telnet & FTP Server
Telnet & FTP basics and configuration
Encrypted vs unencrypted protocols
vsftpd server configuration and user management
Security, upload controls, logs, and control panel setup
Proxy Server
Concept and benefits of using proxy servers
Types: forward, reverse, transparent
ACLs: filtering based on IP, MAC, username
Security and content filtering
Building a custom control panel for proxy management
DHCP Server
DHCP fundamentals and working (DORA process)
Dynamic vs static IP configuration
MAC-based IP reservations
DNS integration, control panel development
DNS Server
DNS record types (A, AAAA, SOA, NS, CNAME, PTR, etc.)
Setting up internal DNS and caching servers
Master-slave configuration, DNS utilities
SPF, DKIM, DMARC concepts and tools
Domain registration and global DNS resolution
Apache Web Server
HTTP vs HTTPS, virtual hosting
SSL certificates and .htaccess security
Auth modules and access control
Web hosting techniques, Awstats integration
Connecting Apache to MySQL/MariaDB
MySQL/MariaDB Server
MySQL overview and architecture
Database management with CLI and PhpMyAdmin
Backup, restore, replication (master-master & master-slave)
Optimizing and securing databases
Samba Server
NetBIOS & CIFS concepts
Samba 3.x for file sharing
Samba 4.x as Active Directory replacement
Group policies, RSAT tools, login scripts
Cross-platform integration with Windows clients
Mail Server Essentials
Email concepts: MTA, MDA, MUA, SMTP-Auth, Relay
Anti-spam & antivirus integration
Mail routing, disclaimers, auto-responders
DNS records: MX, SPF, DKIM, DMARC
Header analysis, spam score, aliases, mail filters
Linux Security
Importance of securing Linux servers
IPTables, Firewalld, TCP Wrappers
Server hardening tips (101 best practices)
SELinux basics and SSH hardening
Regular updates and kernel patches
WHM & cPanel Administration
WHM vs cPanel overview
Account management, packages, and feature lists
WHM interface tour
Managing domains, performance tuning
Advanced tools: cron, Git, terminal
Centralized Log Server
Log file types, formats, and locations
ELK stack: Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana
Graylog introduction
Centralized log forwarding and retention
Compliance & security monitoring
Advanced Shell Scripting
Script automation for enterprise systems
Variables, functions, control structures
Secure scripting practices
Optimization and debugging
Real-world scripting tasks
pfSense Firewall
Introduction to pfSense as an enterprise firewall
Installation & configuration
Scheduling backups and monitoring jobs
NAT, firewall rules, VPN setup
Logging, captive portal, DDNS integration
Zimbra / Carbonio Mail Server
Architecture: MTA, LDAP, Webmail
Installation and domain configuration
IMAP, POP, SMTP setup
Backup & restore
Performance monitoring and optimization
Samba 4 Domain Controller
Active Directory implementation in Linux
Domain configuration, replication, DNS
Adding additional domain controllers
Log analysis and advanced administration
Single Sign-On (SSO)
SSO fundamentals and benefits
PAM, NSS, Kerberos, LDAP integration
AD/Samba/LDAP-based authentication
Web-based SSO applications
Best practices, tools, and utilities
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Build a rock-solid foundation in the most in-demand cloud platform.
AWS Fundamentals & Core Services
EC2, S3, IAM, RDS, Route 53, VPC
Monitoring & Logging (CloudWatch, CloudTrail)
DevOps & Automation Tools (CodeDeploy, CodePipeline)
Serverless with Lambda & API Gateway
Cost Optimization & Billing Insights
AWS Security, Compliance, and Best Practices
Ansible - Configuration Management
Master Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with simplicity and power.
What is Configuration Management?
Ansible Architecture & Inventory Management
Modules, AD-HOC Commands, and Playbooks
Role-Based Automation
Real-world use cases in enterprise deployments
Terraform - Infrastructure Provisioning
Learn how to automate and scale infrastructure across cloud providers.
Terraform vs Ansible (Declarative vs Procedural)
Terraform Workflow & Architecture
Configuration Files, Variables, and State Management
Managing Resources Across AWS, Azure, GCP
Hands-on Project: Multi-tier Application Deployment
Docker - Containerization
Package your applications like a pro.
Containers vs Virtual Machines
Docker CLI, Images, and Containers
Dockerfiles & Building Custom Images
Volumes, Storage Drivers, Port Binding
Docker Compose for Multi-Container Apps
Real-world Lab: Deploy and Scale Apps with Docker
Kubernetes - Container Orchestration
Orchestrate your containers like the big leagues.
Kubernetes Architecture & Cluster Components
Pods, ReplicaSets, Deployments, DaemonSets
Services, Ingress, ConfigMaps, and Secrets
Persistent Volumes & Stateful Applications
Scaling & Rolling Updates
Use Case: High-Availability App Deployment
Nagios - Monitoring & Alerts
Stay on top of your infrastructure.
Importance of Continuous Monitoring
Nagios Architecture & Key Components
Installation & Configuration
NRPE Plugins and Notifications
Creating Custom Alerts for Critical Events
ELK Stack (Elastic, Logstash, Kibana)
Unlock insights from your logs.
ELK Overview & Real-world Use Cases
Installing and Configuring Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana
Centralized Logging with Filebeat & Rsyslog
Visualizing Server Metrics in Kibana
Integration with Mail Servers (Zimbra)
Custom Dashboards for Performance Analysis
Git - Version Control Essentials
Track, manage, and collaborate on code efficiently.
Understanding Version Control
Git Workflow, Commits, and Branching
Working with Local & Remote Repositories (GitHub/GitLab)
Webhook Management & Token Authentication
Collaboration in a Team Environment
Hands-on: Git in CI/CD Pipelines
Jenkins - CI/CD Automation
Automate your build and deployment workflows.
Jenkins Overview & Architecture
CI vs CD – Understanding the DevOps Lifecycle
Jenkins with Docker – Scalable Deployments
Installing and Managing Plugins
Declarative Pipelines & Delivery Pipelines
Hands-on Lab: Build → Test → Deploy with Git & Jenkins
What You Will Achieve
By the end of this course, you will:
Understand core DevOps concepts and tools
Build and manage cloud-native infrastructure
Automate deployments using modern CI/CD tools
Monitor and secure your infrastructure proactively
Be job-ready for roles like DevOps Engineer, Cloud
Automation Specialist, or Infrastructure Engineer
Includes
Live industrial projects
Practical labs and real-time use cases
Dedicated job assistance and interview prep
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