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WSQ - Linux Configuration and Shell Scripting

Sessions 2 days
Duration 16 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.

TSC Title: Software Configuration
TSC Code: ICT-DIT-3014-1.1 TSC

By the end of the course, learners will be able to

LO1: Analyze Linux components and coordinate on the Linux release.
LO2: Configure Linux and select shell scripting for integrating software products.
LO3: Execute tests on Linux networking and diagnose networking issues.
LO4: Identify, modify and improve Linux security configuration.

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Certificate of Completion from Tertiary Courses - Upon meeting at least 75% attendance and passing the assessment(s), participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from Tertiary Courses.
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 - Linux Configuration and Shell Scripting

Course Code: TGS-2022017589

WSQ
SkillsFuture Credit
PSEA
UTAP
SFEC
Absentee Payroll
MCES

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Ready to level up your Linux skills? Dive into our comprehensive course on Linux Configuration and Shell Scripting. Whether you're an aspiring system admin or a developer looking to automate tasks, this course will arm you with the skills you need. Learn essential Linux commands, system configuration, and how to write effective shell scripts. With a blend of theory and hands-on exercises, you'll gain the expertise needed to manage Linux systems efficiently.

Don't just stop at the basics! Our course also ventures into advanced shell scripting techniques and best practices in Linux configuration. Learn to optimize your system, troubleshoot issues, and create complex automation scripts that save time and resources. By the end of this course, you'll not only be comfortable navigating the Linux command line but also be able to leverage its powerful capabilities, making you an indispensable asset in any tech-driven environment.

Full Fee $800.00 Before GST

GST $72.00 9% of fee

Baseline Nett $472.00 SG/PR age 21+ · 50% funded

MCES / SME Nett $312.00 SG age 40+ · 70% funded

SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC)

Eligible Singapore-registered companies can tap on $10000 SFEC to cover out-of-pocket expenses.Click here to submit SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit

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. Click here for SkillsFuture Credit submission

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. Click here to submit UTAP

PSEA

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

To check for Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) eligibility for this course, Visit SkillsFuture (course code: TGS-2022017589) 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 and email to us.

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

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.

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

Topic 1: Linux Fundamental

Linux components

Plan your Linux system

Topic 2: Linux Shell Script

Configure a virtual machine for Linux

Shell scripting

Topic 3: Linux Networking Configuration

Configure Linux networking

Resolve Linux networking issues

Topic 4: Linux Security

• Linux security

• Improve Linux security

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 using 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.
Minimum 18 years old

Minimum Software/Hardware Requirement

Software:

You can download and install the following software:

VMware

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 of age 21 and above
From 1 October 2023, attendance-taking for SkillsFuture Singapore's (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 SkillsFuture Singapore's (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), SSG 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

Note

SSG 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

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

Job Roles

Linux Administrators
Server Engineers
Network Administrators

Trainers

Mohan Pothula is a seasoned IT infrastructure and systems engineer with over 18 years of experience in Linux administration, cloud architecture, and DevOps automation. He has designed and managed enterprise-scale server environments across industries, specializing in system hardening, performance tuning, and shell scripting for operational efficiency. As an experienced trainer and practitioner, Mohan has guided numerous professionals in mastering Linux configuration, automation scripting, and deployment management for real-world production environments.
In “Linux Configuration and Shell Scripting,” Mohan focuses on building a strong foundation in Linux systems management through hands-on, scenario-based learning. His sessions cover user and process management, system security, and advanced Bash scripting techniques for task automation. With his practical approach and deep technical insight, he equips learners to confidently administer Linux environments and develop robust shell scripts to streamline operations.

Truman Ng is a cloud infrastructure and automation specialist with more than 20 years of experience in enterprise networking, cybersecurity, and DevOps. A PMP, ACTA, and Huawei HCIE-certified professional, he has trained global teams in Linux system integration, cloud deployment, and server automation. His work emphasizes bridging traditional IT infrastructure with modern cloud and containerized environments to achieve scalability and resilience.
In “Linux Configuration and Shell Scripting,” Truman introduces learners to advanced shell scripting, process automation, and system orchestration within Linux-based infrastructures. His sessions emphasize secure and efficient administration practices that align with enterprise DevOps pipelines. Through real-world examples, he enables participants to integrate Linux automation into CI/CD workflows and cloud environments seamlessly.

Agus Salim is an experienced IT solutions and cybersecurity professional with a strong foundation in cloud infrastructure and project management. With over a decade of experience in systems integration, software development, and IT security across both enterprise and consulting environments, he brings a practical understanding of secure system design and deployment. His credentials include PMP, CompTIA Security+, CEH, and AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, reflecting his balanced expertise in governance, risk management, and cloud operations. Agus has worked with leading organizations such as Citi and Check Point Software Technologies, providing hands-on technical and security support across multi-cloud platforms.

Alec Tan is an IT trainer and systems engineer with over 20 years of experience spanning IT technical support, system integration, and IT training. He holds multiple CompTIA certifications, including A+, Network+, and Server+, and is also WSQ ACLP-certified, equipping him with both the technical expertise and the pedagogical skills to deliver effective training. His professional career includes roles as a Network Systems Engineer at McKinn International and freelance IT trainer at Nexus Academy, where he taught Office 365, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, and CompTIA certification programs. With strong technical competencies in Microsoft Windows Server, desktop and laptop support, and IT infrastructure management, Alec brings a wealth of hands-on experience to Security+ training. His teaching emphasizes practical learning, covering key Security+ domains such as threat management, identity access, cryptography, and risk mitigation. By combining deep technical knowledge with a learner-focused approach, Alec ensures participants are well-prepared to achieve Security+ certification and apply cybersecurity principles in real-world IT environments.