Linux Administrator

Career Certificate
Cost
$1,676*

Solve real problems, build a great career

Harness this powerful operating system

Learn to configure, monitor and support systems running Linux. These range from servers and mainframes to netbooks, smart phones and highly specialized devices. You gain a working knowledge of Linux kernel modules, server side, command line, device management, networking and firewalls.

As you learn to solve real-world problems in a variety of Linux environments, you are building a career that is:

  • always in demand
  • filled with diverse challenges
  • capable of paying you well
  • flexible

What can you do with a Linux Administrator Certificate?

This certificate prepares you to work in Network Administration, Cybersecurity, IT or related fields.

You can take certification exams for Linux+ after you earn the certificate.

Expand your skillset with stackable certificates

The six college credits you earn with your certificate in Linux administration can all apply to an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) (63-65 credits). This certificate can also be earned along the way as you complete your A.A.S. with the specialty option of Network Administration and Cybersecurity. That’s one way to stack this certificate toward another credential.

You can also earn a second certificate, upgrading or expanding your skillset. Choose a certificate combination that matches your interests and career goals. Choose from these other certificates:

Highlights

  • 100% Online

    Can be completed 100% online.

  • Career Certificate

    Earn a career certificate in 1 year or less to refine your skills into an in-demand career.

  • Program Length: 4 Months

    Full-time students finish in 4 months.

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Recommended Pathway

This pathway serves as a guide for students to complete the degree or certificate assuming full-time enrollment (registered in 12 or more credit hours per semester) with Semester 1 typically representing a Fall term. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their College and Career Navigator (CCN) to identify coursework that will meet degree requirements based on individual academic goals. For a more inclusive list of course options, see the college catalog.

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  • Credit for prior learning available
  • Dual credit options available
  • Global citizenship
  • Online/Virtual options available

  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    CIT 132

    CIT 132 Linux Operating System

    Class Description

    This course introduces students to the Linux operating system and the skills they need to effectively use and administer the Linux operating system. The course includes Linux installation and configuration, shell commands and scripts, Linux file system and processes management, basic system administration tasks, network configuration and services, and security. By the end of the course, students will be familiar with the Linux command-line environment, utilities, applications, network configuration and services, security and troubleshooting, as well as the graphical X Window environment. Students completing this course may work towards the CompTIA Linux+ and LPIC-1: Linux Administrator industry certifications. This course was previously titled CIS 117 – Linux Operating System and before that was titled CIS 115 – PC Operating Systems, Linux OS topic.
         		3
    CIT 139

    CIT 139 CCNA I: Introduction to Networks

    Class Description

    This course covers the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. The principles and structure of Internet Protocol (IP) addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and basic network operations are introduced. Students will build simple local area networks, perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IP addressing schemes. This is the first of the three courses sequence to prepare for CCNA industry certification. Recommended: CIT 120
         		3
    • Course Code CIT 132
      Course Title

      CIT 132 Linux Operating System

      Class Description

      This course introduces students to the Linux operating system and the skills they need to effectively use and administer the Linux operating system. The course includes Linux installation and configuration, shell commands and scripts, Linux file system and processes management, basic system administration tasks, network configuration and services, and security. By the end of the course, students will be familiar with the Linux command-line environment, utilities, applications, network configuration and services, security and troubleshooting, as well as the graphical X Window environment. Students completing this course may work towards the CompTIA Linux+ and LPIC-1: Linux Administrator industry certifications. This course was previously titled CIS 117 – Linux Operating System and before that was titled CIS 115 – PC Operating Systems, Linux OS topic.
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code CIT 139
      Course Title

      CIT 139 CCNA I: Introduction to Networks

      Class Description

      This course covers the architecture, structure, functions, components, and models of the Internet and other computer networks. The principles and structure of Internet Protocol (IP) addressing and the fundamentals of Ethernet concepts, media, and basic network operations are introduced. Students will build simple local area networks, perform basic configurations for routers and switches, and implement IP addressing schemes. This is the first of the three courses sequence to prepare for CCNA industry certification. Recommended: CIT 120
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights

Total Credit Hours

6

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