Linux Operating System Fundamentals
CSE-41333
This course explores the Linux operating system
which is very popular in industry and Internet services. This will be an interactive hands-on course. Students will have access to their own dedicated Linux system on which to learn and explore. Key topics covered include using the command line, Linux tools, configuring your environment, automation, system utilities, filesystem layout, intro shell programming.
Course Highlights:
- Current uses of the Linux operating system
- Shell basics
- Basic tools
- Text processing
- Configuration
- Automation
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Explain the history and origins of the Linux operating system
- Understand the theory of Linux design and operation
- Ability to be productive in a Linux environment
- Text editing in the Linux environment
- Implement basic Linux tools
- Configure the Linux environment
- Automate simple tasks in Linux
Course Typically Offered: Online in Summer and Winter quarters.
Prerequisite: Basic knowledge of Linux, networks, and computer skills.
Next Step: After completing this course, consider taking CSE-41364 Linux System Administration the second required course in this program.
Contact: For more information about this course, please email infotech@ucsd.edu.
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This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.
Textbooks:
All course materials are included unless otherwise stated.
Policies:
- No refunds after: 9/30/2024
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Instructor:
Tracy Reed, RHCE
Tracy Reed has 25 years of experience with Linux and cyber security. He is a Security Architect at a "Big Four" accounting firm where he provides security and risk mitigation services. Reed has experience with container security, server hardening, intrusion detection, as well as ISO/NIST/SOC/PCI/HIPAA compliance in cloud/virtualized/containerized environments. Currently, Tracy teaches the following courses for Extended Studies; Linux Operating System Fundamentals, Linux Security, Linux Cloud Infrastructure, SELinux Fundamentals, and DevSecOps.
