Training

Ubuntu Certified Professional

The Ubuntu Certified Professional (UCP) is a training certification based on the LPI level 1 certification. To earn the UCP, candidates are required to pass the LPI 101, LPI 102 and the Ubuntu 199 exams. Exams can be taken in any order. Two, five day courses, Ubuntu Professional Courses 1 & 2, will assist System Administrators to pass the required exams and achieve the Ubuntu Certified Professional certification.

The certification tests student's ability to:

• Install and configure Ubuntu systems
• Perform routine administration tasks: boot and shut down the system, manage user accounts and file systems, and maintain system security
• Configure network connectivity and key network services
• Work productively at the Linux command line

Previous knowledge of Linux is an advantage; prior system administration experience of some other operating system is required.

Important Note:

• Ubuntu 199 exams taken from 1st September 2008 will be based on Ubuntu 8.04 LTS. Please refer to the detailed curriculum.

Please ask your nearest Ubuntu training partner, which version of the course is being taught.

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Ubuntu Desktop Courses

This course is based on Ubuntu 7.10 and aims to train new users of Ubuntu on how to use key applications including mainstream office applications, Internet connectivity and browsing, graphic art tools, multi-media and music. After completing this course, students will be able to:

• Understand the concepts of open source and how they tie in with Ubuntu

• See the benefits and differences in using Ubuntu as an Operating system

• Customise the look and feel of the Ubuntu desktop

• Navigate through the file system and search for files

• Connect to and use the Internet

• Perform basic word-processing and spreadsheet functions using OpenOffice.org

• Install and play games

• Add, remove and update applications using different package managers

• View, draw, manipulate and scan images

• Play, edit and organize music and video files

• Seek help on Ubuntu from free and commercial sources

• Create partitions and dual-boot options

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