New certifications from Novell to promote linux

BANGALORE: Novell has announced two programs to ensure that customers and partners can obtain high quality technical expertise to support Novell’s Linux-based solutions. The company launched its Certified Linux Engineer (CLE) program, including the CLE Practicum exam and the SUSE Certified Linux Professional certification, which recognizes expertise on the SUSE LINUX distribution.

According to Novell, both programs are designed to increase the base of technical knowledge on Linux and Linux-based solutions in the market today, giving enterprise customers and partners, the confidence they need to deploy Linux strategically.

The Novell CLE requires a core understanding of Linux, and Novell has strongly recommended candidates obtain the level of knowledge required for the Linux Professional Institute Certification Level I (LPIC-1). Competency in the objectives included in the LPIC-1 certification is required in Novell’s Practicum exam for the CLE. Novell and its training partners will offer an intensive five-day course on Novell Nterprise Linux Services, which delivers file, print, messaging, directory and management services on Linux, to provide training on installing, configuring, and troubleshooting those services. Finally, candidates will need to pass the Practicum CLE examination to test real competency and skills operating in Linux and Novell Nterprise Linux Services environments.

The SUSE Certified Linux Professional (SCLP) is based on the LPIC-1, with enhancements. The exam tests basic skills in connection with the configuration of various SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server services. LPIC-1-certified candidates who pass the SUSE LINUX exam are awarded the title SCLP.

The Novell CLE will be available at Novell’s annual BrainShare conference the week of March 22, 2004 and through global partners in April 2004. The SUSE LINUX exam for the SCLP will also be available in late March 2004.

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