Oracle Linux 6 Implementation Boot Camp V1.

0 README
Ownership: Oracle WW A&C Partner Enablement

Manish Kapur

About README
This document should be used by any person responsible for the delivery of the Oracle Linux 6 Implementation Boot
Camp. This may include the boot camp instructor and/or other authorized party (event planner, regional enablement
lead, etc.).

Table of Contents

1 Boot Camp Overview................................................................................................................................................................................... 2

2 Boot Camp Preparation.............................................................................................................................................................................. 2
2.1 Facilities.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 2
2.2 Boot Camp Checklist.......................................................................................................................................................................... 3
3 Environment Preparation.......................................................................................................................................................................... 5
4 Distribution Directory and File Descriptions.................................................................................................................................... 5
5 Distributable Material Preparation....................................................................................................................................................... 7
6 Distribution Version Information........................................................................................................................................................... 7

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Oracle Linux 6 Implementation Boot Camp V1.0 README

1 Boot Camp Overview

Oracle Linux 6 Implementation Boot Camp is a fast-paced two-day class that is designed to educate and make Oracle
partners aware of Oracle Linux 6 Operating System and help with customer implementations. It includes lecture and
extensive hands on labs. The focus is on hands on lab exercises that will help participants in customer implementations
or upgrades.

The main topics covered in the Oracle Linux 6 Implementation Boot Camp class include the following:

Oracle Linux 6 Installation

Oracle Linux Boot and System Configuration

Oracle Linux Software Package Management and Ksplice Zero Downtime Patching
Users and Groups Administration
File System Administration

Basic Networking and Security Administration

Oracle Linux System Monitoring and Troubleshooting

*Note: 2 days is recommended minimum; duration may be variable based upon audience knowledge and skill level, what content is
utilized and how a Delivery Partner conducts.

For more detailed information refer to Boot Camp Datasheet in the boot camp kit.

All content necessary to prepare for and successfully deliver this boot camp is contained within a set of files organized
within a standardized directory structure see Distribution Directory and File Description chapter. This set of files is
referred to as the course distribution.

1 Boot Camp Preparation

Instructor knowledge of the subject area and detailed familiarity with the course material are among the most important
factors in successful boot camp delivery. These should be covered by appropriate instructor selection and by reviewing
the instructor kit materials provided. In the case of most deliveries, the instructor needs to be in possession of the
necessary on site materials to support the class, as he/she serves as the primary (if not sole) source of logistical support
for students.

1.1 Facilities
This boot camp is designed to be delivered in person or in a live virtual format. Based on own web conferencing tool
characteristics, as well as on physical facility, a suitable classroom should be arranged to accommodate the planned class
size. This is just a planning guideline. You should base your decision on your knowledge of your planned participants.

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In Class Training (ICT)

Maximum Recommended Class Size

The maximum number of students recommended to successfully deliver of this boot camp is as follows:
o One Instructor: 10 students

o Two Instructors: 20 students

Classroom Requirements
o Projector and Screen

o Whiteboard, markers, etc.

o Sufficient power outlets to accommodate instructor and students.

Network and System Requirements

o This boot camp requires internet network connectivity for most of the labs. This will allow students to
download required software to perform the lab exercises.
o All participants will use their own 64 bit laptops to perform the labs. Laptop/system requirement details
are documented in the Boot Camp Datasheet in the boot camp kit. Please make sure these requirements
are met.
o If there is no internet connectivity then the instructor would have to carry all the software packages
(RPM Files) on USB thumb drives. Refer to the Oracle_Linux_6_Labs_ReadMe_For_NoInternet.pdf
document in the boot camp kit to see which labs are affected when there is no internet access and the
files that will need to be downloaded by the instructor.
Live Virtual Training (LVT)

Maximum Recommended Class Size

The maximum number of students recommended for successful delivery of this boot camp is as follows:
o One Instructor: 10 actively participating students

o Two Instructors: 20 actively participating students

Based on our experience due to attrition, no shows and passive participants you may consider planning for a class of
twice the above sizing and only assuming that half of the confirmed participants will be actively involved.
Network Requirements
High speed internet connection is required for both students and instructor.

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2.2 Boot Camp Checklist
To successfully deliver this boot camp, we've outlined the main activities to follow in the preparation of your.

SCOPING
Start Date Tasks Task Lead
T-6weeks Boot Camp Confirmed (environment exists, demand confirmed)
T-6weeks Set Boot Camp Schedule (days and hours - time zone)
T-6weeks Determine Instructor
T-6weeks Determine Method of Delivery (ICT or LVT)
T-6weeks Determine Environment Availability
No environment requirements, participants use their own laptops and VirtualBox
application
Ensure Participants have laptops that meet the requirments.
T-6weeks Determine Boot Camp Capacity
T-6weeks Confirm Student Rates
T-6weeks For ICT: For LVT:
Identify class venue - size, audio-
Identify the web conferencing tool to use
visual tools, network requirements
Provide necessary training to instructor(s) on use
Identify recommended hotels
of web conferencing tools.
Arrange to have a moderator available to address
possible connection issues, login or access issues
that might arise.
EXECUTION
Pre-Boot Camp
Start Date Tasks Task Lead
Familiarize with the boot camp kit content - Instructor Notes, student labs, course
T-5weeks presentation slides, including slides notes.
You might use the DataSheet in the existing format or Customize it according to your
T-5weeks need - agenda, breaks, lunch, learning prerequisites, and workstation requirements
T-5weeks Open the Event for registrations
Promote Event
T-4weeks Note: To make use of Oracle communications channel, please reach to your Oracle contact for details.
T-2weeks Confirm Event
For ICT: Confirm class venue,
For LVT: Set event via web conferencing tool
T-2weeks catering service
T-2weeks Confirm list of students

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 Send Confirmation Emails with the required steps to take prior to attend the class -
T-1weeks prerequistes, workstations requirements, student materials, Array/SSL Accounts, etc.
Request for a Ksplice trial license key if you wish to run the optional Ksplice patching lab
T-1weeks exercise in Lab 3. Contact Oracle OPN Events team or your Oracle OPN representative.
T-1weeks Have all necessary printed/electronic material ready to distribute to students.
T-1weeks Prepare the evaluation forms and the attendance file
During Boot Camp
Start Date Tasks Task Lead
T Run the class
T Have students sign in the attendance sheet
T Distribute Evaluation Forms
Brief students on next steps certificate of attendance, become an OPN Specialist
T (tests/exam)
Post Boot Camp
Start Date Tasks Task Lead
T+1weeks Send the attendance and evaluation forms to your Oracle contact
Request Certificates of Attendance from your Oracle contact
Note: all students attending of training duration are eligibile to receive a Certificate of
T+1weeks Attendance. Please address your request to your regional contact.

2 Environment Preparation
The lab exercises for the Oracle Linux 6 Boot Camp require the student to use their own laptop and have installed and
running Oracle VirtualBox application. They will use VirtualBox application to run all the Oracle Linux 6 lab exercises for
practice.

Student machines must meet the requirements as stated in the Boot Camp Datasheet. In addition, internet access is
required for performing most lab exercises.

Note: Oracle Linux Package Management Lab (lab 3) requires a trial Ksplice license key. Please contact OPN Events team
at opn-edu_ww@oracle.com or your Oracle Linux Partner Enablement representative to obtain the Ksplice trial license
key if you wish to perform this optional lab exercise at least one week before the event start date.

3 Distribution Directory and File Descriptions

The course distribution consists of a distribution home directory, subdirectories, and a number of files. The directories
and their contents are described below:

Read Me.doc: first-stop required to gain a quick understanding of the boot camp preparation steps.

Instructor Kit:

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 Boot Camp Data Sheet (doc) - a print-ready, externally distributable document providing an overview of
the course, pre-requisites, pre-work, suggested agenda, environment workstation requirements, etc;
Boot Camp Attendance (xls);
Boot Camp Evaluation Form (xls);
Instructor Kit.zip or .7z file (that contains all the files that the instructor uses in delivering the BC)
Course Presentations (one ppt or pdf file for all topics):

00. Oracle_Linux_6_OPN_Bootcamp.pptx or Oracle_Linux_6_OPN_Bootcamp.pdf

Lab Materials (pdf)

01. Lab1_Oracle_Linux_6_Install.pdf

02. Lab2_Oracle_Linux_6_Boot_System_Configuration.pdf

03. Lab3_Oracle_Linux_6_Package_Management.pdf

04. Lab4_Oracle_Linux_6_User_Group_Administration.pdf

05. Lab5_Oracle_Linux_6_File_System_Administration.pdf

06. Lab6_Oracle_Linux_6_Basic_Network_Security_Administration.pdf

07. Lab7_Oracle_Linux_6_System_Monitoring_Troubleshooting.pdf

08. Oracle_Linux_6_Labs_ReadMe_For_NoInternet.pdf

Student Kit:

Student Kit.zip or .7z file (Archive that contains all the files that need to be distributed to students);
Course Presentations:

00. Oracle_Linux_6_OPN_Bootcamp.pdf

Lab Materials (pdf)

01. Lab1_Oracle_Linux_6_Install.pdf

02. Lab2_Oracle_Linux_6_Boot_System_Configuration.pdf

03. Lab3_Oracle_Linux_6_Package_Management.pdf

04. Lab4_Oracle_Linux_6_User_Group_Administration.pdf

05. Lab5_Oracle_Linux_6_File_System_Administration.pdf

06. Lab6_Oracle_Linux_6_Basic_Network_Security_Administration.pdf

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 07. Lab7_Oracle_Linux_6_System_Monitoring_Troubleshooting.pdf

08. Oracle_Linux_6_Labs_ReadMe_For_NoInternet.pdf

Note: Oracle Linux Package Management Lab (lab 3) requires a trial Ksplice license key. Please contact OPN
Enablement Team opn-edu_ww@oracle.com or your Oracle Linux Partner Enablement representative to
obtain the Ksplice trial license key if you wish to perform this optional lab exercise at least one week before
the event start date.

4 Distributable Material Preparation

This boot camp provides material that can be distributed in a printed or electronic format depending on the class type (in
class or live virtual). However, it is recommended to use the electronic format as lab documents are long.

Documents can be printed using any available printing service. Following are some best practices:

Print cover pages in color on glossy cardstock

Black and white is sufficient for document files
Print Student Manual in duplex as it is a lengthy file
Bind printouts using spiral binding as it lays flat when in use.

Some alternatives for electronic material distribution include:

Burn to CD/DVD and distribute to each student in class

Copy to portable media (e.g. USB drive) and pass around the room at the beginning of class
Email to students prior to class.

5 Distribution Version Information

Version Information

Current Version: V1.0

Release Notes (all changes from previous version that apply to any of the content materials):

N/A

Known Issues

N/A

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