1. Introduction to Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
1.1 Overview of RHEL(Ref: Mastering in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL))
1.2 The Role of RHEL in Enterprise Environments
1.3 RHEL Versions and Subscription Models

2. Installation and Initial Setup
2.1 RHEL System Requirements
2.2 Installing RHEL (Graphical and Command-line Methods)
2.3 Setting Up RHEL in Virtual Machines or Cloud Platforms
2.4 Post-installation Configuration

3. Basic Command-Line Operations
3.1 Essential Linux Commands for Administration
3.2 Navigating the Linux File System
3.3 Managing Files and Directories
3.4 Text Editing with vim and nano

4. Package Management
4.1 Introduction to YUM and DNF Package Managers
4.2 Installing, Updating, and Removing Packages
4.3 Working with Repositories

5. User and Group Management
5.1 Adding and Removing Users
5.2 Configuring User Permissions and Ownership
5.3 Group Management and Sudoers Configuration

6. File Systems and Storage Management
6.1 Overview of Linux File Systems
6.2 Partitioning Disks
6.3 Configuring Logical Volume Management (LVM)
6.4 Mounting and Managing Storage Devices

7. System Services and Daemons
7.1 Introduction to systemd
7.2 Starting, Stopping, and Enabling Services
7.3 Managing System Boot Targets
7.4 Monitoring System Performance and Logs

8. Networking Configuration and Management
8.1 Configuring Network Interfaces
8.2 Managing Network Connections with nmcli and nmtui
8.3 Configuring Static IP Addresses and Hostnames
8.4 Managing Network Services: SSH, DNS, NTP
8.5 Firewall Configuration with Firewalld

9. Security Essentials of RHEL Setup & Management
9.1 Overview of SELinux (Security-Enhanced Linux)
9.2 Configuring and Managing SELinux Policies
9.3 Managing Firewalls and Security Zones
9.4 User and Group Security Practices
9.5 Implementing Encryption and Secure Communication

10. Automation with Shell Scripting
10.1 Basics of Shell Scripting
10.2 Automating Repetitive Tasks
10.3 Writing and Executing Simple Scripts
10.4 Scheduling Jobs with cron and at

11. Virtualization and Containers
11.1 Overview of KVM and Virtualization with RHEL
11.2 Setting Up Virtual Machines
11.3 Managing Containers with Podman (Docker alternative)
11.4 Basic Container Management and Deployment

12. Advanced System Administration
12.1 Kernel Management and Tuning
12.2 Managing System Resources (CPU, Memory, Disk)
12.3 Performance Monitoring and Optimization
12.4 Handling System Backups and Recovery

13. Troubleshooting and Monitoring
13.1 Diagnosing Common Issues in RHEL
13.2 Using Logs for Troubleshooting (journalctl, systemd logs)
13.3 System Health Monitoring Tools
13.4 Best Practices for System Maintenance

14. Red Hat Subscription and Support Tools of RHEL Setup & Management
14.1 Using Red Hat Subscription Manager
14.2 Accessing Red Hat Support Resources
14.3 Configuring RHEL for Updates and Patches

15. Certification and Career Path of RHEL Setup & Management
15.1 Preparing for the Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) Exam
15.2 Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) Pathway
15.3 Other Red Hat Certifications for Specializations