Hadoop Administration Training

Master the Admin concepts of Hadoop with the Hadoop Administration Certification course.
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Hadoop Administration Training

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  • Real-time Use cases

  • 24/7 Lifetime Support

  • Certification Based Curriculum

  • Flexible Schedules

  • One-on-one doubt clearing

  • Career path guidance

Hadoop Administration Course Overview

Hadoop Administration training by Mindmajix will help you gain expertise in all the steps necessary to operate and manage a Hadoop Cluster through practical examples. You’ll master the advanced Hadoop admin activities such as planning of the cluster, installation, configuration, cluster setup, Kerberos, and more. Our training also provides hands-on expertise with industry-level case studies and projects.

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YOUR LEARNER JOURNEY - From Enrolment to Employment

How to Prepare for a Career in Hadoop Administration

Six guided stages take you from your first training class to your first offer — each one backed by a specific MindMajix support service.

Stage 1

Enrol & Get Set Up

Pick live online or self-paced, and set up a free Hadoop Administration Instance so you practice from day one.

  • Live or self-paced
  • 1-year LMS access
  • Agile & Scrum add-on
Stage 2

Learn & Build Real Skills

Master Hadoop Administration concepts with 20 hrs of current-release content, applying every concept in hands-on labs and real-time projects throughout.

  • Instructor-led + labs
  • 1-on-1 doubt clearing
  • Recording access
Stage 3

Earn Your Certificate

Clear the assessments for your shareable MindMajix completion certificate. Modules map to official Hadoop Administration exam topics for exam-aligned prep.

  • MindMajix certificate
  • Practice questions
Stage 4

Polish Your Profile

Turn skills into a profile recruiters notice — build an interview-ready resume and a strong LinkedIn presence using proven Hadoop Administration templates.

  • Resume building
  • LinkedIn optimisation
  • Resume templates
Stage 5

Practice Interviews

Walk in already rehearsed. Sit structured mock-interview rounds with experienced SMEs and get focused feedback on your Hadoop Administration skills and scenario questions.

  • Real-time Scenarios
  • Personalised feedback
  • Hadoop Administration mock interviews
Stage 6

Land Your Role

Apply with confidence using job-search assistance and referrals to hiring partners across India & the USA. (Career support provided; placement not guaranteed.)

  • Job-search assistance
  • Hiring-partner referrals
  • Role guidance

Start the journey today - choose the format that fits you.

Hadoop Administration Industry Oriented Course Curriculum

The Hadoop Administration course content covers all the concepts of Hadoop Clusters right from planning, installing, configuring through load balancing, tuning, security, and more. This syllabus will also prepare you to handle the real-time tasks dealt with Hadoop Administrators. Our curriculum follows the same objectives of Cloudera administrator certification and helps you to clear it with ease.
 

Topic-wise Content Distribution

Chapter 1: Getting Started with Apache Hadoop

  •        History of Apache Hadoop and its trends
  •        Components of Apache Hadoop
  •        Understanding the Apache Hadoop daemons
  •        Namenode
  •        Secondary namenode
  •        Jobtracker
  •        Tasktracker
  •        ResourceManager
  •        NodeManager
  •        Job submission in YARN
  •        Introducing Cloudera
  •        Introducing CDH
  •        Responsibilities of a Hadoop administrator
  •        Summary

Chapter 2: HDFS and MapReduce

  • Essentials of HDFS
  • Configuring HDFS
  • The read/write operational flow in HDFS
  • Writing files in HDFS
  • Reading files in HDFS
  • Understanding the namenode UI
  • Understanding the secondary namenode UI
  • Exploring HDFS commands
  • Commonly used HDFS commands
  • Commands to administer HDFS 
  • Getting acquainted with MapReduce
  • Understanding the map phase
  • Understanding the reduced phase
  • Learning all about the MapReduce job flow
  •  Configuring MapReduce
  • Understanding the job tracker UI
  • Getting MapReduce job information
  • Summary

Chapter 3: Cloudera's Distribution Including Apache Hadoop

  • Getting started with CDH
  • Understanding the CDH components
  • Apache Hadoop
  • Apache Flume NG
  • Apache Sqoop
  • Apache Pig
  • Apache Hive
  • Apache ZooKeeper
  • Apache HBase
  • Apache Mahout
  • Apache Avro
  • Apache Oozie
  • Cloudera Impala
  • Cloudera Hue
  •  Pig UI
  •  File Browser
  • Sqoop Jobs
  •  Job Browser
  • Collection Manager
  • Hue Shell
  • HBase Browser
  • Installing CDH
  • Stopping Hadoop services
  • Understanding a YARN cluster
  • Installing the CDH components
  • Installing Apache Flume
  • Installing Apache Sqoop
  • Installing Apache Sqoop
  • Installing Apache Pig
  • Installing Apache Hive
  • Installing Apache Oozie
     

Chapter 4: Exploring HDFS Federation and Its High Availability

  • Implementing HDFS Federation
  • Configuring HDFS Federation
  • Configuring ViewFS for a federated HDFS
  • Implementing HDFS High Availability
  • The Quorum-based storage
  • Configuring HDFS high availability by the Quorum-based storage
  • Shared storage using NFS
  • Configuring HDFS high availability by shared storage using NFS
  • Configuring automatic failover for HDFS high availability
  • Jobtracker high availability
  • Configuring job tracker high availability
  • Configuring automatic failover for job tracker high availability
     

Chapter 5: Using Cloudera Manager

  • Introducing Cloudera Manager
  • Understanding the Cloudera Manager architecture
  • Installing Cloudera Manager
  • Navigating the Cloudera Manager Web console
  • Navigating the Home screen
  • Navigating the Clusters menu
  • Exploring the Hosts menu
  • Understanding the Diagnostics menu
  • Understanding the Audits screen
  • Understanding the Charts menu
  • Understanding the Backup menu
  • Understanding the Administration menu
  • Configuring High Availability using Cloudera Manager Summary
     

Chapter 6: Implementing Security Using Kerberos

  • Understanding authentication and authorization
  • Introducing Kerberos
  • Understanding the Kerberos Architecture
  • Accessing a secure file server
  • Understanding important Kerberos terms
  • Installing Kerberos
  • Configuring the KDC Server
  • Testing the KDC installation
  • Configuring the Kerberos clients
  • Configuring Kerberos for Apache Hadoop
  • Configuring Kerberos principal for Cloudera Manager Server
  • Configuring the Cloudera Manager Server for Kerberos
  • Authorization in Apache Hadoop
  • Configuring access control lists in Hadoop
  • SummaryAuthenticating a user

Chapter 7: Managing an Apache Hadoop Cluster

  • Configuring Hadoop services using Cloudera Manager
  • Adding a service to the cluster
  • Removing a service from the cluster
  • Role management in Cloudera Manager
  • Adding a role instance to a host
  • Adding a DataNode role to a host
  • Adding a TaskTracker role to a host
  • Managing hosts using Cloudera Manager
  • Adding a new host
  • Removing an existing host
  • Managing multiple clusters with Cloudera Manager
  • Rebalancing a Hadoop cluster from Cloudera Manager
  • Adding the Balancer service to the cluster
  •  Rebalancing the cluster
  • Summary
     

Chapter 8: Cluster Monitoring Using Events and Alerts

  • Monitoring Hadoop services from Cloudera Manager
  • Understanding events and alerts
  • Configuring events and alerts
  • Configuring the alert delivery by an e-mail
     

Practice Test & Interview Questions

Mindmajix offers advanced Hadoop Administration interview questions and answers along with Hadoop Administration resume samples. Take a free sample practice test before appearing in the certification to improve your chances of scoring high.

Hands on Hadoop Administration Projects

Our Hadoop Administration Training course aims to deliver quality training that covers solid fundamental knowledge on core concepts with a practical approach. Such exposure to the current industry use-cases and scenarios will help learners scale up their skills and perform real-time projects with the best practices.


    Hadoop Administration Certification

    Passing Hadoop Administration Quizzes & Assessment exams is mandatory to attain the Hadoop Administration Course Completion certificate

    • An Industry-recognized certificate by Mindmajix.
    • Shareable certificate - add to your LinkedIn profile
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    Choose how you learn best

    Both options cover the full curriculum and include most of the certification topics

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    Self-paced

    20 hrs

    Learn anytime, at your own pace — complete the course in weeks or months.

    What you get
    • 20 hours of Hadoop Administration Training videos
    • Curated and delivered by SME
    • Hands-On Lab sessions
    • Resources/materials
    • Sample Resumes
    • Get one year access to the LMS
    • Community forum support
    • Free Agile & Scrum add-on course
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    • Live instructor & Q&A sessions
    • 1-on-1 doubt clearing calls
    • Mock interview & resume review
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    Live online (instructor-led)

    20 hrs

    Real-time classes with a certified expert — ask questions, get instant feedback, and walk away job-ready

    Everything in self-paced, plus
    • Live Zoom/Meet sessions with instructor
    • 1-on-1 doubt clearing sessions
    • Live project walkthroughs
    • certification guidance
    • Mock interviews with SME panel
    • Resume & LinkedIn profile review
    • Job referral to hiring partners
    • Session recordings to rewatch anytime
    • Agile & Scrum add-on course free
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    Hadoop Administration Training Schedule

    20 hrs · Live online · Recordings included

    Weekend (Sat-Sun)

    Jun 27 - Jul 12

    3 weekends · 20 hrs total

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    Weekday (Mon-Fri)

    Jun 30 - Jul 15

    2 weeks · 20 hrs total

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    ModeLive online

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    Weekend (Sat-Sun)

    Jul 04 - Jul 19

    3 weekends · 20 hrs total

    Time08:00 PM IST
    ModeLive online

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    Weekday (Mon-Fri)

    Jul 07 - Jul 22

    2 weeks · 20 hrs total

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    Corporate Training

    • Customized course curriculum as per your team's specific needs
    • Training delivery through self-Paced videos, live Instructor-led training through online, on-premise at Mindmajix or your office facility
    • Resources such as slides, demos, exercises, and answer keys included
    • Complete guidance on obtaining certification
    • Complete practical demonstration and discussions on industry use cases
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    Hadoop Administration Training

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    Avg rating3.2(avg. across providers)
    CurriculumCourse Content

    Updated to the latest exam pattern with real-world modules, guided labs, and implementation depth.

    Always current

    Often outdated basics with limited real-world coverage and shallow practical context.

    Frequently outdated
    CurriculumHands-On Lab Access

    Sandbox-style practice with guided exercises, projects, and replay-friendly learning support included.

    Included at no extra cost

    Slides-first teaching with restricted lab time or paid add-on practical access.

    Limited / paid extra
    InstructorTrainer Credentials

    Certified trainers with real implementation experience and structured teaching support.

    Verified expertise

    Trainer quality varies widely and may depend on availability rather than specialization.

    Varies widely
    InstructorTrainer Continuity

    A stable trainer journey with consistent delivery, doubt support, and batch continuity.

    Consistent trainer

    Trainer substitutions can happen mid-course and interrupt learning continuity.

    Frequent changes
    SupportDoubt Clearing

    Ongoing help through trainer sessions, community support, and guided clarification after class.

    Extended support

    Support often stops after sessions, leaving little structured post-class help.

    No post-training help
    PlacementJob Assistance

    Resume reviews, mock interviews, hiring guidance, and practical interview preparation support.

    Active placement support

    Placement support is often limited to generic guidance or an email list.

    Mostly nominal
    PlacementMock Interviews

    Structured mock interview rounds with domain-focused feedback before interviews.

    Included

    Students are usually expected to prepare independently without guided mock rounds.

    Not included
    ScheduleBatch Flexibility

    Weekday, weekend, and flexible learning paths with guidance on the best fit.

    Fully flexible

    Fixed schedules with fewer alternatives once a batch begins.

    Limited options
    CertificationExam Preparation

    Practice questions, revision guidance, and exam-focused preparation aligned to current objectives.

    Comprehensive prep

    Generic question banks that may not reflect the latest exam priorities.

    Outdated mock tests
    ValuePrice Range

    Strong value with training, support, and practical learning included as a single package.

    Best value for inclusions

    Lower headline pricing can still lead to add-on costs for labs, support, or extras.

    Hidden add-on costs
    ValueRecording Access

    Long-term access to recordings and study materials for revision after batch completion.

    Lifetime-style access

    Access is often time-limited and may not include refreshed supporting material.

    Time-limited access
    Curriculum

    Course Content

    MindMajix

    Updated to the latest exam pattern with real-world modules, guided labs, and implementation depth.

    Always current
    Other Institutes

    Often outdated basics with limited real-world coverage and shallow practical context.

    Frequently outdated
    Curriculum

    Hands-On Lab Access

    MindMajix

    Sandbox-style practice with guided exercises, projects, and replay-friendly learning support included.

    Included at no extra cost
    Other Institutes

    Slides-first teaching with restricted lab time or paid add-on practical access.

    Limited / paid extra
    Instructor

    Trainer Credentials

    MindMajix

    Certified trainers with real implementation experience and structured teaching support.

    Verified expertise
    Other Institutes

    Trainer quality varies widely and may depend on availability rather than specialization.

    Varies widely
    Instructor

    Trainer Continuity

    MindMajix

    A stable trainer journey with consistent delivery, doubt support, and batch continuity.

    Consistent trainer
    Other Institutes

    Trainer substitutions can happen mid-course and interrupt learning continuity.

    Frequent changes
    Support

    Doubt Clearing

    MindMajix

    Ongoing help through trainer sessions, community support, and guided clarification after class.

    Extended support
    Other Institutes

    Support often stops after sessions, leaving little structured post-class help.

    No post-training help
    Placement

    Job Assistance

    MindMajix

    Resume reviews, mock interviews, hiring guidance, and practical interview preparation support.

    Active placement support
    Other Institutes

    Placement support is often limited to generic guidance or an email list.

    Mostly nominal
    Placement

    Mock Interviews

    MindMajix

    Structured mock interview rounds with domain-focused feedback before interviews.

    Included
    Other Institutes

    Students are usually expected to prepare independently without guided mock rounds.

    Not included
    Schedule

    Batch Flexibility

    MindMajix

    Weekday, weekend, and flexible learning paths with guidance on the best fit.

    Fully flexible
    Other Institutes

    Fixed schedules with fewer alternatives once a batch begins.

    Limited options
    Certification

    Exam Preparation

    MindMajix

    Practice questions, revision guidance, and exam-focused preparation aligned to current objectives.

    Comprehensive prep
    Other Institutes

    Generic question banks that may not reflect the latest exam priorities.

    Outdated mock tests
    Value

    Price Range

    MindMajix

    Strong value with training, support, and practical learning included as a single package.

    Best value for inclusions
    Other Institutes

    Lower headline pricing can still lead to add-on costs for labs, support, or extras.

    Hidden add-on costs
    Value

    Recording Access

    MindMajix

    Long-term access to recordings and study materials for revision after batch completion.

    Lifetime-style access
    Other Institutes

    Access is often time-limited and may not include refreshed supporting material.

    Time-limited access
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    MindMajixWins or ties in 9 of 11 categories
    9/11

    Industry-focused delivery with stronger support, consistency, and practical learning value.

    Other InstitutesUsually win only on headline pricing
    2/11

    Lower upfront pricing can hide trade-offs in labs, trainer continuity, and support quality.

    Hadoop Administration Training FAQs

    Course Objectives

    Mindmajix Hadoop Administration training course lets you master Hadoop administration with real-time scenarios and case studies.

    Upon completion of our training, you will be able to:

    • Master the concepts of the Hadoop and Hadoop Administration ecosystem components
    • Understand the plan and deployment of a Hadoop Cluster
    • Understand Mapreduce and YARN architecture
    • Understand how to configure and performance tuning

    Why should you learn Hadoop Administration to grow your career?

    • Hadoop Administration is one among the top 10 open source projects used by millions of developers worldwide. 
    • The demand for Big Data analytics is growing continuously across the world, and this pattern translates into an excellent opportunity for all IT professionals with the required skills.
    • The demand for Hadoop administrators will increase even further, due to its growing popularity across organizations.

    Who should learn Hadoop Administration?

    The job roles which get benefited from learning Hadoop administration are listed below:

    • Database Administrators
    • Linux / Unix Administrators
    • System Administrators
    • Windows Administrators
    • Infrastructure Administrators

    What are the prerequisites for the Hadoop Administration course?

    There are no specific prerequisites to learn Hadoop administration. Prior knowledge of the Linux command line interface is beneficial.

    What will you learn in this Hadoop Administration training?

    After the completion of Hadoop Administration training at Mindmajix, you will excel in the following:

    • Hadoop architecture and its main components
    • Hadoop installation and configuration
    • Understand MapReduce abstraction and its working
    • Understand Hadoop Distributed File System (HDFS)
    • Concepts of  Hive, Pig, Oozie, Sqoop and Flume
    • Optimize Hadoop cluster for better performance
    • Troubleshoot cluster issues and recover from node failures
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