CIS 132 - Linux I

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3

Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None

English Prerequisites: None

Math Prerequisites: None

Corequisites: None

Description: This course covers foundational concepts of the Linux operating system. Students will explore topics including system architecture, Linux installation and package management, GNU/Linux and Unix commands, devices, filesystems, and filesystem hierarchy and management. The course provides both conceptual knowledge and hands-on experience, helping students develop key skills such as using VI, working with the X Window System and desktop environments, shell scripting, and managing file permissions.

This course prepares students to take the CompTIA’s Linux + certification and/or the LPIC-1: Guide to Linux Certification.

This comprehensive course is designed to prepare students for the Linux+ and LPIC-1 certification exams, which are globally recognized credentials for Linux professionals. Using the Linux+ and LPIC-1 Guide to Linux Certification (6th Edition) as the primary textbook, the course offers a thorough understanding of Linux systems, their management, and administration.

This course is ideal for aspiring system administrators, IT professionals, and anyone looking to solidify their Linux expertise for career advancement in the world of open-source technologies. Whether you’re new to Linux or seeking to validate your skills, this course will equip you with the knowledge and tools to succeed.

Department Consent: No Department Consent Required

Dual Enrollment Allowed: Yes
General Education Distribution Category Met: None