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Hardware and Operating System Foundations II

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Hardware and Operating System Foundations II

This course is part of multiple programs.

Instructor: Kevin Vaccaro

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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Intermediate level

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Flexible schedule

3 weeks at 10 hours a week

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

66 reviews

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

Flexible schedule

3 weeks at 10 hours a week

Learn at your own pace

Build toward a degree

Learn more

What you'll learn

Demonstrate the use of command line tools.
Explore key features of the Linux OS.
Explore service management of the Linux OS.

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Tools you'll learn

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Assessments

16 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 4 modules in this course

This course provides you the opportunity to examine the features of the Linux operating system. You will also focus on the management of the operating system. The career skills acquired in this course introduce the open-source operating system Linux and its operation and support.

Module details

Welcome to Linux OS! In this course, we will cover the topics of: Linux Terminal, Linux Tools, and Managing Linux Services. This module covers the basics of working on the Linux command-line. It explores using basic commands to perform various tasks, such as manipulating files, monitoring system activities, and managing services.

What's included

6 videos6 readings5 assignments1 discussion prompt

6 videosTotal 23 minutes

Course Overview1 minute
Instructor Welcome1 minute
Module 1 Introduction1 minute
Linux File System8 minutes
Linux Monitoring5 minutes
Manage Services6 minutes

6 readingsTotal 120 minutes

Syllabus10 minutes
Linux Virtual Machine Requirement10 minutes
Manipulating Files30 minutes
Job Control30 minutes
Job Control30 minutes
Module 1 Summary10 minutes

5 assignmentsTotal 300 minutes

Module 1 Summative Assessment180 minutes
Pre-knowledge Quiz30 minutes
Linux Terminal Quiz30 minutes
Linux Monitoring Quiz30 minutes
Linux Services Quiz30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

Meet and Greet Discussion10 minutes

This module explores the Linux tools. It explores Linus desktop, management tools, and account management. It also explores using GUI tools to manage Linux functions.

What's included

4 videos4 readings5 assignments

4 videosTotal 16 minutes

Module 2 Introduction1 minute
Linux GUI6 minutes
GUI Management Tools5 minutes
User Accounts4 minutes

4 readingsTotal 100 minutes

Intro to GUI30 minutes
How to Use a System Monitor30 minutes
User Management30 minutes
Module 2 Summary10 minutes

5 assignmentsTotal 300 minutes

Module 2 Summative Assessment180 minutes
Pre-knowledge Quiz30 minutes
Linux Desktop Quiz30 minutes
Linux Management Quiz30 minutes
Linux Account Management Quiz30 minutes

This module explores managing Linux services. It addresses the installation of a Linux service, configuring it, and starting and stopping services.

What's included

4 videos5 readings5 assignments

4 videosTotal 27 minutes

Module 3 Introduction1 minute
Install Linux Service7 minutes
Configure Linux Service10 minutes
Services - Stop, Start, and Restart10 minutes

5 readingsTotal 110 minutes

Package Management30 minutes
Package Management30 minutes
Linux Services30 minutes
Module 3 Summary10 minutes
Insights from an Industry Leader: Learn More About Our Program10 minutes

5 assignmentsTotal 300 minutes

Module 3 Summative Assessment180 minutes
Pre-knowledge Quiz30 minutes
Linux Installation Quiz30 minutes
Linux Configuration Quiz30 minutes
Linux Services Quiz30 minutes

This module contains the summative course assessment that has been designed to evaluate your understanding of the course material and assess your ability to apply the knowledge you have acquired throughout the course. Be sure to review the course material thoroughly before taking the assessment.

What's included

1 assignment

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This course is part of the following degree program(s) offered by Illinois Tech. If you are admitted and enroll, your completed coursework may count toward your degree learning and your progress can transfer with you.¹