Information technology, hardware troubleshooting, and Linux administration training at Majsystems in Harare, Zimbabwe
8 Hardware, Support & Linux Courses · Harare & Online

Information Technology & Linux Courses in Zimbabwe

Launch your technology career with practical IT courses in Harare, Zimbabwe: Computer Hardware Basics, IT Essentials, CCST IT Support Specialist, and LPI Linux Administration.

Program Overview

Practical IT Support, Computer Hardware & Linux Training in Zimbabwe

Every successful ICT department relies on skilled IT Support Specialists and Linux System Administrators who can assemble hardware, diagnose operating system faults, support end users, and manage enterprise Linux servers.

Majsystems delivers 8 dedicated Hardware, IT Support, and Linux courses in Harare, Zimbabwe through the official Cisco Networking Academy curriculum—taking you from PC and laptop assembly to LPI Linux Essentials and LPIC-1 server administration.

Core Technical Skills You Will Build

  • PC, laptop & mobile hardware assembly & diagnostics
  • Windows & Linux operating system installation & repair
  • Help desk ticketing, troubleshooting & user support
  • Cisco CCST IT Support exam readiness
  • Linux command-line (Bash) navigation & file permissions
  • Linux package management, systemd services & scripting
  • LPI Linux Essentials & LPIC-1 server administration
  • Foundational LAN, printer & peripheral setup

Who This Training Is For

  • School leavers and beginners seeking practical computer courses in Zimbabwe
  • Aspiring IT Support Technicians, Help Desk Analysts, and Field Support Engineers
  • System Administrators transitioning from Windows to enterprise Linux servers
  • Networking and Cybersecurity students who need strong Linux CLI skills

Prerequisites & Entry Requirements

  • No prior technical experience is required for Computer Hardware Basics, IT Essentials, or Linux Unhatched
  • Linux 2 builds directly on the command-line skills covered in Linux Essentials and Linux 1

Hands-On Hardware Diagnostics & Live Linux Terminal Labs

Practice hardware troubleshooting and Linux command-line administration in guided laboratory sessions.

  • Hands-on PC component inspection, BIOS/UEFI, and OS installation
  • Interactive Linux virtual machines for safe terminal practice
  • Real-world IT help desk troubleshooting workflows
  • Structured preparation for CCST IT Support and LPI exams
Official Cisco NetAcad Modules

Explore Our 8 IT Hardware, Support & Linux Courses

Build a rock-solid foundation in computer hardware, enterprise help desk operations, and Linux system administration.

IT-101Hardware Foundations

Computer Hardware Basics

6 hrs·Beginner

Explore the internal components of desktop PCs, laptops, and mobile devices, including motherboards, CPUs, RAM, storage drives, power supplies, and safety procedures.

Key Lab & Exam Topics:

  • Desktop & laptop architecture, ports, and peripherals
  • Preventive maintenance, ESD safety, and hardware upgrades
  • Diagnosing common boot, display, and storage failures
IT-102IT Foundations

IT Essentials

Instructor-guided / Self-paced·Beginner

Comprehensive end-to-end IT foundation covering computer hardware, operating systems, basic networking, mobile devices, printer servicing, and operational security.

Key Lab & Exam Topics:

  • Assembling, configuring, and upgrading PC systems
  • Windows and Linux OS administration and disk partitioning
  • Client-side networking, wireless setup, and security best practices
IT-105CCST Support Cert

Help Desk & IT Support Specialist (CCST IT Support Prep)

4 hrs + 30 hrs·Beginner

Combines Help Desk & Customer Support Skills (4 hrs) with IT Support Specialist (30 hrs) to prepare you for entry-level IT support roles and the Cisco CCST IT Support certification.

Key Lab & Exam Topics:

  • Structured troubleshooting methodology and ticket documentation
  • Active Directory / user account basics, remote support tools, and SLAs
  • Resolving hardware, OS, connectivity, and security incidents
LNX-101LPI Linux Essentials

Linux Unhatched & Linux Essentials

8 hrs + 70 hrs·Beginner

Start with 19 essential Linux commands in Linux Unhatched (8 hrs), then master the full 70-hour Linux Essentials curriculum aligned to the LPI Linux Essentials certificate exam.

Key Lab & Exam Topics:

  • Open-source licensing, Linux distributions, and shell navigation
  • File hierarchies, archiving, pipes, redirection, and regular expressions
  • User/group ownership, chmod/chown permissions, and basic Bash scripts
LNX-201LPIC-1 Professional

Linux 1 & Linux 2 (LPIC-1 Certification Prep)

2 × Modular Track·Beginner–Intermediate

Two-part enterprise Linux administration track preparing learners for the internationally recognized LPIC-1 Linux Administrator certification.

Key Lab & Exam Topics:

  • System architecture, GRUB bootloaders, systemd, and shared libraries
  • Debian (apt/dpkg) and Red Hat (rpm/yum/dnf) package management
  • LVM filesystems, cron scheduling, networking services, and SSH security
Flexible Harare & Online Intakes

Class Schedules & Enrolment Process

Majsystems offers three structured weekly timetables at our Harare laboratory campus alongside guided online/blended learning support for students across Zimbabwe.

Mon – Fri

Day Classes

08:30 – 12:30

Ideal for school leavers, university students & full-time learners.

Mon – Thu

Evening Classes

17:30 – 20:00

Built around working IT professionals and technicians.

Saturdays

Saturday Classes

08:00 – 14:00

Intensive weekend practical lab sessions.

How to Enrol at Majsystems

  1. 1. Select Your CourseSubmit an enquiry online or call +263 71 522 5648 to confirm your preferred track and schedule.
  2. 2. Registration & NetAcad SetupComplete your registration and receive official Cisco Networking Academy portal and lab access.
  3. 3. Start Hands-On LabsAttend instructor-led physical hardware sessions and build your certification portfolio.
Lead Faculty & Mentorship

C. Mbasera & S. Madondo

IT Infrastructure, Linux & Networking Instructors

Our instructors guide beginners step-by-step from their very first hardware build and Linux command prompt to confident enterprise IT support and system administration.

IT Essentials & CCSTLinux AdministrationEnterprise Support
Course FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about Information Technology & Linux Courses at Majsystems in Zimbabwe.

Yes. Computer Hardware Basics (6 hrs), IT Essentials, and Help Desk & Customer Support Skills are designed specifically for beginners with no prior technical background.