Overview

CompTIA's Linux+ is an entry-level certificate program, developed by CompTIA, which measures vendor-neutral Linux knowledge and skills for an individual with at least six months practical experience (Network+ or A+ background). The online CompTIALinux+ Certification Preparation course will prepare students to write the CompTIA Linux+ exam. Textbook included.

Linux Professional Institute Certification Training was developed by the Linux Professional Institute to provide a useable, common measurement of Linux skills. Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC) candidates are required to pass two exams that cover the fundamental system administration activities that are common across all Linux operating systems. Textbooks included. 300 hours.

There are five courses within this 300-hour program.

Linux+

  • Linux Characteristics and Features
  • Navigating the System
  • Customizing the Linux Logon Environment
  • User Management
  • Managing Packages and Shared Libraries
  • Managing Run Levels
  • Redirection, Variables, and Shell Scripts
  • Managing Processes and System Elements
  • Managing the Hard Drive
  • The kernel,  modules, and LILO
  • Networking with Linux
  • Linux and Dial-up Access
  • Printing in Linux
  • Archiving and Restoring
  • Maintaining and Troubleshooting Linux

Linux Fundamentals

  • Unix and Linux Basics
  • Files and Directories
  • Text Editing with Vi, Emacs, and Pico
  • An Arsenal of Linux Commands
  • I/O Redirection and Filters
  • Working with the Shell
  • Customizing Your Logon Environment
  • Introduction to the X-Windows System

Linux System and Network Administration

  • Introduction to Linux System Administration
  • Managing Files
  • Processes
  • Devices, Disks, and File Systems
  • Introduction to the Linux Kernel
  • Starting and Stopping the System
  • Users and Groups
  • System Monitoring
  • Automating Tasks Using Cron and AT
  • Setting Disk Quotas
  • Backing Up the System

Linux LAN Management

  • Installing Linux
  • Managing the Hard Drive
  • Configuring Peripherals
  • Ports, Services, and the Network File System
  • Using Samba

Administering Linux Internet Services

  • TCP/IP Configuration
  • The Domain Name System
  • Modem Configuration
  • Configuring a DHCP Server
  • Configuring Apahce Server
  • Sendmail
  • Network Monitoring
  • Security Principles, Tools, and Practices
  • Deploying Secure Shell

Prerequisites: Students should have a fundamental knowledge of at least one operating system, and some familiarity with basic networking concepts. Experience with Windows 9x/Me or a network operating system (NOS) such as Windows NT/2000 is preferred.

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Course Fee: $2,195

 To register, or for more information, contact the Division of Extended Learning at 1-800-NAT-UNIV ext. 8600

Careers

The CompTIALinux+ Certification qualifies individuals for entry-level positions in a career such as Service Technician, Software QA Specialist, Programmer/Analyst, Software Applications or Developer Specialist, Technical Writer, and Help Desk Technician.

Degree Program Locations
This degree is offered online