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ITOP 1107: Linux Server Fundamentals 

Effective date

September 2021 

Department

IT Operations 

School

Continuing Studies 
 




Description

In this course students will learn about the basics of the Linux operating system including the command processor (Bash), system processes, media server, and file system. Students will investigate performance and network issues and explore application development tools. 

Credits

2.0 

Year of study

1st Year Post-secondary 

Prerequisites

None 

Corequisites

None 

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

Please see Program Content Guide. 

Hours

Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 20
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 10
Total Hours: 30
 

Instructional Strategies

Students will engage with course content through a series of scenarios, case-studies, and exercises focused on the management of a Linux server. Problem-based learning and student journals will also be utilized. 

Grading System

Letter Grade (A-F) 

Passing grade

 

Evaluation Plan

Type

Percentage

Assessment activity

Quizzes/Tests 

25 to 35 

 

Final Exam 

25 to 35 

 

Assignments 

30 to 40 

A number of assignments spread throughout the course 

Course topics

Notes:

  • Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
  • Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
    https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
  • To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.
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