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Linux Structure

Class Number: CISNET 10150160-4 - Linux Structure
Offering Status: Open
Academic Level: Post_Secondary
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Course Description

10-150-160 LINUX STRUCTURE ...an introductory look at the Linux operating system. Installation and configuration; boot up and login process; directory structure purpose/use; maneuvering in the Command Line Interface; understanding Long Directory Listings; Users and Groups; modifying permissions; service installation and management; and troubleshooting. Please be aware, this is a Linux administration course. We will start with and primarily use no GUI (Graphical User Interface). We will primarily be working in the command line. The emphasis of this course is creating a multi-user networked operating system. (Corequisite: 10-150-161, Linux Scripting; Prerequisite: 10-150-200, Cisco Intro; 10-150-177, Windows Client Essentials)

Course Typically Offered

  • Fall
  • Spring

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What will I learn?

  1. 1. Troubleshoot systems and network failures
  2. 2. Interpret Linux directory structure
  3. 3. Utilize the Linux editor, vi, and create and edit files
  4. 4. Configure the system for a multi-user environment
  5. 5. Write Shell Scripts
  6. 6. Complete a custom installation and configurations

Class Details

Class Number:
CISNET 10150160-4 - Linux Structure
Date:
-
Delivery:
Other Distance Mode
Term:
2026 Fall Session 1

Class Notes

Online Live Class: 

  • Attend live virtual sessions at scheduled times. 

  • Access the class anywhere on the internet. 

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
8/17/2026 - 10/12/2026 Online Live Monday/Wednesday
3:30 PM - 5:20 PM

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