Introduction to Linux

Illinois Institute of Technology
Information Technology Certificate Programs

Introduction To Linux
Certificate Program

Course Description and Prerequisites:

This accelerated learning program gives students a general knowledge of the Linux operating system environment. Through hands-on work within a state-of-the-art classroom, students learn Linux fundamentals, Linux shell programming and are given a brief introduction to TCP/IP networking.

Good PC skills are required for enrollment.

Course Syllabus:

This course is designed to give a foundation in the fundamentals of Linux, an interactive, multi-user, muti-tasking operating system and a derivative of UNIX. This foundation will include basic commands, file and directory manipulation, Linux text editing, shell (command line) operations, electronic communications, Linux utilities and the integration of Linux with local area networks and the Internet. This integration will include establishing remote login and file transfer communications between two Linux systems.

Students will be taught how to make effective use of the shell command and scripting (programming) language and how to write shell scripts for task automation and data manipulation. Shell variables, flow control, conditional testing, functions, debugging and interactive processing techniques are discussed and used in extensive hands-on exercises to reinforce design methodologies and programming strategies. In addition, a shell programming project will be developed throughout the course as each new technique is learned.

Finally, students will learn to install and configure the Linux operating system. Additionally, TCP/IP networking will be introduced and students will learn how to manage user accounts and configure file sharing.

Introduction To Linux Schedule

Information & Registration:
To register or for additional information contact us by phone or email
Beverly in Chicago 312-906-5632
Pat in Wheaton 630-682-6035
Julia in Des Plaines 847-655-3437
bill@lemont.rice.iit.edu