so ive been trolling around the forums a bit , and decided to register since im considering to make a career in linux.Im currently studying at TAFE. Ive done half of RH033 and half of RH130.Im considering doing the 1 week RH133 sys admin course (thats the same as rh130 right they just changed the name or is it diff? ) but quite scared of the exam after reading how difficult it is.Im a newb with linux but i dont find it to hard its just time consuming.

Roughly how much study is needed to pass the exam ,i know alot depends on how fast you learn lets just say the average person.

I still have access to the rh130 course since TAFE isnt finsihed yet, if i study hard on information there would it give me a good chance of passing ?

Im from canberra and currently trying to find resources where i can practice the skills in the course outside.I know i can do it at TAFE but its finishing in only 1 week.Anyone here by chance is from canberra and know where i can go?.

i cant stop thinking about it , if i fail omg i will be so upset , such an exspensive course im only 20.


any tips would be very much appreciated.

Hey there budyy!

Just wanted to extend a supportive hand. Did go through a similar phase myself until I got my results today. Yes, I am an RHCE now!

I'll briefly outline my background. Having completed my bachelors I landed myself with a job in linux. Was nothing great, but it sure was the starting place for me. Worked there for an year and a half. Mostly installing and trouble-shooting.

Later, my job took me away from linux for a couple of months. And I was scared - no I was disappointed that I had to move away. Then I was given an opportunity to take up the RHCE. I jumped at it. Atteneded a week's crash course and here I am.

The base that I formed during the one and a half year stint at my first job was truly the foundation.

RHEL 5 will be rolled out by Feb. next year. I say that you take your time and build on your skills right now. Build that knowledgebase. Everyone is very eager to take up certifications. From personal experience, I say, gain the knowledge first.

thanks for the reply muffy,

im going to do the RHCT not RHCE and most probalbly do the exam start of next year, while doing the course in about 2 weeks , i need to get some pratice with it before i do the exam.Ive never done any linux employement wise just the work books at school, should i get alot of linux exp before i sit the test? , i rang up my local training center and she told me the pass mark is less then 70% to pass , i thought it was 70 or 75%.

Do companies take the certified cetificate more in consideration than other certificates like , diploma , degrees etc? when applying for jobs? linux wise.


PS: what is a trekkie? i hear pple say linux users are trekkie ???

Hi there again...

About what the lady at the training centre told you I am a bit confused myself. The minimum you require to get certified is 70%. The next time you get in touch with them let them know that you got in touch with someone who'd recently appeared for the RHCE and said so and so.

Professional certifications are definitely for the takes buddy. More than your diploma, graduation etc. But a solid graduation is definitely a plus point when coupled with a professional certificate like RHCT, RHCE - with more emphasis on the latter according to the ranking of course.

Try to get as much as hands on experience from your lab sessions. In my case, since I had some hands-on experience through work, the last 1 week dash was kind of sufficient. Hope you achieve your desires.

And buddy, one step at a time. Welcome aboard. People in the community are always eager to help newbies. That's my experience @ linuxquestions.org!!

Hi

Can anyone help me out in getting a best link to download e-books for RHCE certification

Thanks
Raj

Hi Ranga,

Well more than the pdf I'd suggest that you go for some video training from LinuxCBT (www.linuxcbt.com). The price they're offering in $$ may be a bit high, but you get can get it for about 3,000 Indian Rupees. I got one for myself before my exams. Believe me they're really worth it if you want to have an in depth preparation.

A disclaimer though. The content is based on the RHEL 4 package and not structured according to any RHCE exam. Nevertheless, it'll certainly help you to gear-up.