Course Information

  • Sessions 5 days
  • Duration 40 hrs
  • Level Beginner
  • Assessment 2 hrs

Venue

12 Woodlands Square #07-85/86/87 Woods Square Tower 1, Singapore 737715. 5 mins walk from Woodlands (NS9) MRT station.

The venue is disabled-friendly.

Skills Framework

TSC Title
Solution Architecture
TSC Code
ICT-DES-4006-1.1

Funding Validity

Funding for this course is valid from 27 Oct 2023 to 26 Oct 2027. Register and complete the course within this period to qualify for funding support.

Learning Outcomes

By end of the course, learners should be able to:

  • LO1: Develop a Kubernetes architectural proof of concept.
  • LO2: Identify the technical and practical requirements in a Kubernetes setup.
  • LO3: Develop a solution architecture within Kubernetes.
  • LO4: Prepare a technical blueprint for a Kubernetes-based solution for security and storage.
  • LO5: Demonstrate Kubernetes solution for a specific business problem.
  • LO6: Implement regular monitoring of the Kubernetes system and perform necessary troubleshooting.

Course Brochure

Certification

  • Certificate of Achievement from Tertiary Infotech Academy Pte Ltd - Upon meeting at least 75% attendance and passing the assessment(s), participants will receive a Certificate of Achievement from Tertiary Infotech Academy Pte Ltd.
  • OpenCerts from SkillsFuture Singapore - After passing the assessment(s) and achieving at least 75% attendance, participants will receive a OpenCert (aka Statement of Achievement) from SkillsFuture Singapore, certifying that they have achieved the Competency Standard(s) in the above Skills Framework.

WSQ - Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) Training

Course Code: TGS-2023039343
  • WSQ
  • SFC
  • PSEA
  • UTAP
  • SFEC
  • Absentee Payroll
  • MCES
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What's This Course About

Immerse yourself in the transformative power of Kubernetes with our WSQ Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Exam Prep course. This course is meticulously designed to imbue learners with a strong foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary for developing a Kubernetes architectural proof of concept. The journey through this course will enable learners to identify the technical and practical requirements in a Kubernetes setup and subsequently develop a solution architecture within Kubernetes. As learners delve deeper, they will also prepare a technical blueprint for a Kubernetes-based solution focusing on crucial aspects like security and storage, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of deploying and managing applications within a Kubernetes environment.

Transitioning to real-world application, this course emphasizes on demonstrating a Kubernetes solution for a specific business problem, thereby allowing learners to apply their acquired knowledge in practical scenarios. Additionally, the course covers the implementation of regular monitoring of the Kubernetes system and performing necessary troubleshooting, which are essential skills for maintaining a robust and efficient Kubernetes environment. Through a blend of theoretical learning and practical exercises, learners will not only be well-prepared for the Certified Kubernetes Administrator exam but also be empowered with the ability to leverage Kubernetes for solving complex business problems and significantly contribute to their organization's technological advancements.

Bonus: Free Practice Exams

Get exam-ready on our Practice Exam Portal — train in realistic Practice Mode and timed Exam Mode, then retake them as many times as you like before the real exam.

Start Practising →

WSQ Funding

Full Fee $2,000.00 Before GST
GST $180.00 9% of fee
Baseline Nett $1,180.00 SG/PR age 21+ · 50% funded
MCES / SME Nett $780.00 SG age 40+ · 70% funded
SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC)

Eligible Singapore-registered companies can tap on $10000 SFEC to cover out-of-pocket expenses.

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SkillsFuture Credit (SFC)

Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their SFC to offset course fee payable after funding but the $4,000 Additional SFC (Mid-Career Support) cannot be used.

Direct Application on SkillsFuture Portal

UTAP

Eligible NTUC members can apply for 50% of the unfunded fee from UTAP, capped up to $250/year and for members aged 40 and above, capped up to $500/year.

Submit UTAP Claim

PSEA

Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their PSEA funds to offset course fee payable after funding.

Check PSEA Eligibility

  • Scroll down to “Keyword Tags” to verify for PSEA eligibility.
  • If there is “PSEA” under keyword tags, the course is eligible for PSEA.

Once you are eligible for PSEA, please download and fill up the PSEA Withdrawal Form, then submit the completed form to us:

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Course FeeBefore Funding

$2,000.00 (GST-exclusive)
$2,180.00 (GST-inclusive)

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Additional Note

Please bring your own laptop for hands-on training. If you don't have laptop, we can provide spare laptop for training use.

Post-Course Support

  • We provide free consultation related to the subject matter after the course.
  • Please email your queries to enquiry@tertiaryinfotech.com and we will forward your queries to the subject matter experts.

Cancellation & Reschedule Policy

  • You can register your interest without upfront payment. There is no penalty for withdrawal of the course before the class commences.
  • We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule the course due to unforeseen circumstances. If the course is cancelled, we will refund 100% for any paid amount.
  • Note the venue of the training is subject to changes due to availability of the classroom.

Course Details

Course Details

What You'll Learn

Topic 1: Core-Concepts

  • What is Kubernetes
  • Installing & Configuring kubectl for Linux
  • Configuring Kubernetes in Minikube in Windows
  • Configuring Kubernetes in Minikube in Linux
  • Understanding PODS
  • Creating First POD Configuration in YAML
  • Understanding Commands and Arguments in Kubernetes
  • Exposing Ports for PODS
  • Generating Pod Manifests via CLI

Topic 2: Workloads & Scheduling

  • Implementing Labels and Selectors
  • Creating our first ReplicaSet
  • Creating our first Deployment
  • Rolling Back Deployments
  • maxSurge and maxUnavailable
  • Important Pointers - Deployments
  • Generating Deployment Manifests via CLI
  • Understanding DaemonSets
  • Overview of NodeSelector
  • Understanding Node Affinity
  • Resource Limits
  • Scheduling Pods without a Scheduler
  • Taints and Tolerations
  • Adapter Pattern

Topic 3: Services and Networking

  • Creating Service and Endpoints
  • Using Selectors in Service
  • Service Type: NodePort
  • Service Type: Load Balancer
  • Generating Service Manifest via CLI
  • Installing Helm
  • Deploying our first Helm Chart
  • Creating Ingress Resource
  • Deploying Ingress Controller
  • Kubernetes Namespace
  • Overview of Service Accounts
  • Service Accounts - Points to Note
  • Service Accounts- Practical Scenerios
  • Named Port

Topic 4: Security

  • Authenticating with K8s using Tokens
  • Overview of Authorization
  • ClusterRole and ClusterRole Bindings
  • Creating TLS Certificate for Authentication
  • Kubernetes Secrets
  • Mounting Secrets Inside Pods

Topic 5: Storage

  • Storage-Section-Introduction
  • Introduction-to-Docker-Storage
  • Storage-in-Docker
  • Volume-Driver-Plugins-in-Docker
  • Container.Storage-Interface
  • Volumes
  • Persistent-Volumes
  • Persistent-Volume-Claims
  • Using-PVC-in-PODs
  • Storage-Class

Topic 6: Cluster Architecture, Installation & Configuration

  • Configuring Cluster with kubeadm
  • Upgrading kubeadm Clusters
  • Steps to install and configure Kubernetes
  • Breakdown Learning
  • ETCD Backup and Restore
  • Understanding Network Policies

Topic 7: Logging and Monitoring

  • Kubernetes Events
  • Field selectors
  • Deploying Metric Server

Topic 8: Troubleshooting

  • Application-Failure
  • Control-Plane-Failure
  • Worker-Node-Failure

Assessment

  • Written Exam
  • Practical Exam

Course Info

Promotion Code

Promo or discount cannot be applied to WSQ courses

Minimum Entry Requirement

Knowledge and Skills

  • Able to operate computer functions with minimum Computer Literacy Level 2 based on ICAS Computer Skills Assessment Framework
  • Minimum 3 GCE ‘O’ Levels Passes including English or WPL Level 5 (Average of Reading, Listening, Speaking & Writing Scores)

Attitude

  • Positive Learning Attitude
  • Enthusiastic Learner

Experience

  • Minimum of 1 year of working experience.

Target Year Group : 21-65 years old

Minimum Software/Hardware Requirement

Software:

You can download and install the following software:

Hardware: Windows and Mac Laptops

About Progressive Wage Model (PWM)

The Progressive Wage Model (PWM) helps to increase wages of workers through upgrading skills and improving productivity. 

Employers must ensure that their Singapore citizen and PR workers meet the PWM training requirements of attaining at least 1 Workforce Skills Qualification (WSQ) Statement of Attainment, out of the list of approved WSQ training modules.

For more information on PWM, please visit MOM site.

Funding Eligility Criteria

Individual Sponsored Trainee Employer Sponsored Trainee
  • Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
  • From 1 October 2023, attendance-taking for SWDA's (formerly SSG) funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. This applies to both physical and synchronous e-learning courses.​
  • Trainee must pass all prescribed tests / assessments and attain 100% competency.
  • We reserves the right to claw back the funded amount from trainee if he/she did not meet the eligibility criteria.
  • Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents who are DIRECT EMPLOYEE of the sponsoring company.
  • From 1 October 2023, attendance-taking for SWDA's (formerly SSG) funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. This applies to both physical and synchronous e-learning courses.​
  • Trainee must pass all prescribed tests / assessments and attain 100% competency.
  • We reserves the right to claw back the funded amount from the employer if trainee did not meet the eligibility criteria.

 SkillsFuture Credit: 

  • Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their SkillsFuture Credit to offset course fee payable after funding.

 PSEA:

  • To check for Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) eligibility, goto mySkillsFuture portal and search for this course code.
  • Scroll down to "Keyword Tags" to verify for PSEA eligibility.
  • If there is “PSEA” under keyword tags, the course is eligible for PSEA.  
  • And if there is no “PSEA” under keyword tags, the course is ineligible for PSEA. 
  • Not all courses are eligible for PSEA funding.

 Absentee Payroll (AP) Funding: 

  • $4.50 per hour, capped at $100,000 per enterprise per calendar year.
  • AP funding will be computed based on the actual number of training hours attended by the trainee.

 SFEC:

  • If the Training Provider has submitted an enrolment for course fee grant claim in Training Partners Gateway (TPGateway), SWDA would be able to derive SFEC funding based on this record. There is no need for enterprise to submit any claim request and the SFEC claim will be automatically generated and disbursed.
  • Where there is no such record, eligible employers are required to submit an SFEC claim after course completion via the SFEC microsite.
  • SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC) Microsite 

 

Steps to Apply Skills Future Claim

  • The staff will send you an invoice with the fee breakdown.
  • Login to the MySkillsFuture portal, select the course you’re enrolling on and enter the course date and schedule.
  • Enter the course fee payable by you (including GST) and enter the amount of credit to claim.
  • Upload your invoice and click ‘Submit’

SkillsFuture Level-Up Program

The  SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme provides greater structural support for mid-career Singaporeans aged 40 years and above to pursue a substantive skills reboot and stay relevant in a changing economy. For more information, visit SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme

Get Additional Course Fee Support Up to $500 under UTAP

The Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP) is a training benefit provided to NTUC Union Members with an objective of encouraging them to upgrade with skills training. It is provided to minimize the training cost. If you are a NTUC Union Member then you can get 50% funding (capped at $500 per year) under Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP).

For more information visit NTUC U Portal – Union Training Assistance Program (UTAP)

Steps to Apply UTAP

  • Log in to your U Portal account to submit your UTAP application upon completion of the course.

Note

  • SWDA subsidy is available for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents, and Corporates.
  • All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their SkillsFuture Credit to pay. For more details, visit www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/credit
  • An unfunded course fee can be claimed via SkillsFuture Credit or paid in cash.
  • UTAP funding for NTUC Union Members is capped at $250 for 39 years and below and at $500 for 40 years and above.
  • UTAP support amount will be paid to training provider first and claimed after end of class by learner.

Appeal Process

  1. The candidate has the right to disagree with the assessment decision made by the assessor.
  2. When giving feedback to the candidate, the assessor must check with the candidate if he agrees with the assessment outcome.
  3. If the candidate agrees with the assessment outcome, the assessor & the candidate must sign the Assessment Summary Record.
  4. If the candidate disagrees with the assessment outcome, he/she should not sign in the Assessment Summary Record.
  5. If the candidate intends to appeal the decision, he/she should first discuss the matter with the assessor/assessment manager.
  6. If the candidate is still not satisfied with the decision, the candidate must notify the assessor of the decision to appeal. The assessor will reflect the candidate’s intention in the Feedback Section of the Assessment Summary Record.
  7. The assessor will notify the assessor manager about the candidate’s intention to lodge an appeal.
  8. The candidate must lodge the appeal within 7 days, giving reasons for appeal 
  9. The assessor can help the candidate with writing and lodging the appeal.
  10. he assessment manager will collect information from the candidate & assessor and give a final decision.
  11. A record of the appeal and any subsequent actions and findings will be made.
  12. An Assessment Appeal Panel will be formed to review and give a decision.
  13. The outcome of the appeal will be made known to the candidate within 2 weeks from the date the appeal was lodged.
  14. The decision of the Assessment Appeal Panel is final and no further appeal will be entertained.
  15. Please click the link below to fill up the Candidates Appeal Form.

Job Roles

Job Roles

  • DevOps Engineer
  • Cloud Solutions Architect
  • Software Developer
  • Infrastructure Engineer
  • Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)
  • Systems Administrator
  • IT Operations Specialist
  • Platform Engineer
  • Microservices Developer
  • Release Manager
  • Network Administrator (focusing on cloud-native applications)
  • Continuous Deployment Specialist
  • Backend Developer
  • Cloud Security Specialist
  • Container Orchestration Manager

Trainers

Trainers

Mohan Pothula is a seasoned DevOps and cloud infrastructure engineer with more than 18 years of experience in system administration, networking, and container orchestration. He has extensive hands-on expertise in Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins, and CI/CD pipelines, implementing large-scale automation and deployment systems across multiple enterprise environments. Mohan’s strong technical background in Linux, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and container management enables him to deliver practical, in-depth training for aspiring cloud-native professionals.
In “Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Training (Synchronous e-Learning),” Mohan provides a comprehensive guide to Kubernetes architecture, cluster management, and deployment best practices. His sessions focus on real-world implementation of containerized applications, monitoring, and troubleshooting within distributed systems. Through hands-on exercises and guided labs, he ensures learners gain the technical fluency required to manage Kubernetes clusters and excel in the CKA certification exam.

Tan Chong Yong is a cloud solutions architect and DevOps specialist with over 15 years of experience in IT infrastructure automation, microservices deployment, and container orchestration. He has implemented enterprise-level CI/CD pipelines and Kubernetes clusters for clients across sectors such as telecommunications, banking, and logistics. With certifications in AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker, Chong Yong is recognized for his ability to design scalable, resilient, and secure containerized systems.

Truman Ng is a senior IT consultant and DevOps systems architect with over 20 years of experience in enterprise infrastructure, automation, and cloud-native application deployment. A PMP, ACTA, and Huawei HCIE-certified professional, he has led numerous projects involving Kubernetes, Docker, and hybrid cloud orchestration. His expertise lies in designing scalable, secure systems that leverage containerized environments to enhance performance, efficiency, and resilience.
In “Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Training (Synchronous e-Learning),” Truman trains learners to architect and operate production-ready Kubernetes environments. His sessions cover key topics such as cluster setup, scheduling, monitoring, and networking in Kubernetes. By combining hands-on labs with practical DevOps strategies, he equips participants to apply container orchestration principles effectively in real-world enterprise settings and succeed in the CKA exam.

Milton Sim is an experienced DevOps engineer and cloud computing specialist with more than 17 years of expertise in system integration, automation, and infrastructure management. He has worked with organizations to design and deploy cloud-native applications using Kubernetes, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines. As a certified Kubernetes professional and ACLP-qualified trainer, Milton is dedicated to helping learners master container orchestration technologies through structured, hands-on instruction.

Nicholas Lu is a DevOps and cloud infrastructure engineer with extensive experience in Kubernetes, container management, and cloud-native application deployment. He has designed and maintained distributed systems across multi-cloud environments, focusing on automation, performance optimization, and infrastructure security. Nicholas is skilled in using Helm, Terraform, and Jenkins to streamline DevOps pipelines and simplify Kubernetes operations at scale.
In “Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) Training (Synchronous e-Learning),” Nicholas guides learners through mastering Kubernetes fundamentals, from cluster setup and workload scheduling to system troubleshooting. His sessions highlight best practices in managing containers, implementing role-based access control (RBAC), and ensuring cluster security. By combining theoretical clarity with practical exercises, he helps learners develop the hands-on expertise required to excel as Kubernetes administrators and achieve CKA certification success.

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