Kubernetes Administration – GL360
- • Aug 24–26, 2026 · Live Remote Online, 11:00 AM–7:00 PM ET
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Course Duration
3 Days
Audience
Employees of federal, state and local governments; and businesses working with the government.
Prerequisites
Proficiency with the Linux CLI (GL120 "Linux Fundamentals") A broad understanding of Linux system administration (GL250 "Enterprise Linux Systems Administration"). Basic knowledge of Linux containers, e.g. Docker (GL340 "Docker")
Course Description
This Kubernetes Administration course (GL360) prepares students for the Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) exam. Students gain hands-on experience with the Kubernetes architecture, cluster installation and configuration, workload management, networking, storage, security, and troubleshooting. The course combines instructor-led instruction with extensive lab work to build the practical skills needed to manage production Kubernetes clusters.
Learning Objectives
- Understand Kubernetes architecture including the control plane, worker nodes, and key components
- Install and configure a Kubernetes cluster for both single-node and production environments
- Manage Kubernetes objects including pods, deployments, services, and namespaces
- Configure application lifecycle management, health checks, and resource limits
- Implement Kubernetes networking including CNI plugins, DNS, and ingress
- Configure and manage persistent storage using volumes and persistent volume claims
- Apply role-based access control (RBAC) and other security practices
- Troubleshoot cluster, node, and application issues
Course Outline
Core Concepts
- Architecture and Objects
- CORE CONCEPTS CKA Objectives Covered
- Kubernetes Architecture
- Cluster Communication
- Objects
- Object Properties
- Labels & Selectors
- Annotations
- Object Management
- Object Management (cont.)
- Images, Containers, and Pods
- Image Fundamentals
- Container Fundamentals
- Pod Fundamentals
- Working with Pods
- Container and Pod Fundamentals
- Single Node Install
Installation
- INSTALLATION CKA Objectives Covered
- Installation pre-requisites
- Installation (single node)
- Installation (production)
- Client Tool Optimizations
- Installing HA Control Plane (DEMO)
- Kubernetes HA Masters Install
- Kubernetes Install
- Joining Worker Nodes
Application Lifecycle Management
- APPLICATION LIFECYCLE MANAGEMENT CKA Objectives Covered
- Pod Lifecycle
- Container Lifecycle
- Init Containers
- Container: command and args
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Kubernetes Administration – GL360 course cover?
This Kubernetes Administration course (GL360) prepares students for the Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) exam. Students gain hands-on experience with the Kubernetes architecture, cluster installation and configuration, workload management, networking, storage, security, and troubleshooting. IT Dojo delivers it as live instructor-led training for government and business professionals.
How long is IT Dojo's Kubernetes Administration – GL360 training?
Kubernetes Administration – GL360 is a 3 days course. It is available as live remote online instruction or on-site at your facility.
Is this course available as live remote online training?
Yes. IT Dojo offers Kubernetes Administration – GL360 as live remote online training led in real time by a certified instructor. On-site delivery at your government facility or contractor location is also available.
Who should attend this course?
Employees of federal, state and local governments; and businesses working with the government.
Does IT Dojo offer this training on-site at government or DoD facilities?
Yes. IT Dojo delivers Kubernetes Administration – GL360 on-site at government agencies, DoD commands, military installations, and contractor facilities. On-site training is ideal for teams and can be customized to your organization's workflows. Contact IT Dojo to schedule.
How do I register for this course?
IT Dojo training is employer sponsored. Your organization registers and pays for seats. To schedule Kubernetes Administration – GL360 for your team, contact IT Dojo via the Request Training form or call 757-216-3656.