Linux Professional Certificate

Curriculum CIS.LNX.CERT (C407Q)

The Linux Professional Certificate will prepare the student for the LPI (Linux Professional Institute) exam. LPI is a vendor neutral program.

Graduates will be able to:

  • Demonstrate a basic understanding of computer hardware and software.
  • Demonstrate basic level of competency in programming and logic skills pertaining to Linux-based systems.
  • Present conclusions effectively, orally and in writing.
  • Administer and maintain a Linux-based computer system.
  • Work effectively in teams.
  • Apply the skills that are the focus of this program to business scenario.

Semester One

Credit Hours

 

CIS 101◊

Introduction to Computer Science

3

 

CIS 177◊

Introduction to Linux

3

 

 

 

6

Semester Two

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CIS 179◊

Linux System Administration

3

 

 

 

3

 

 

Total credits required

9

See CIS course descriptions.

Coordinator: Mike McGuire, Ext. 3716