Location
Catonsville, Essex, Online
Linux Administrators manage and maintain Linux-based systems within an organization. They are responsible for ensuring the stability, security, and optimal performance of Linux servers and workstations as well as completing routine security audits and administrative scripting with computer languages such as Python. The Linux Administrator collaborates with the IT team to handle Linux-based infrastructure, troubleshoot issues, and provide technical support to users. This role requires a strong understanding of Linux operating systems, networking, and scripting languages. If you like to work with back-end systems and add value to your organization by knowing this operating system backward and forward, then becoming a Linux administrator may be a good next step for you.Job titles related to Linux administrators include database administrator, network administrator, systems administrator, web administrator, and data scientist.This career requires continued training and education.This program prepares students to take the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA®) A+, Network+, Security+, and Linux+ certification exams and a career as a Linux Administrator. Students learn how to install, configure, and troubleshoot PCs, mobile devices and networks as well as the theory, principles, technologies, and operations of computer networking. Students also learn how to implement and manage network security to protect against threats, risks, and attacks and perform vulnerability assessments and audits. In addition, students learn to script in Python and install, configure, and manage the Linux operating system as well as analyze, troubleshoot, and diagnose system properties and optimize system performance.
Program Course Sequence
Course Number
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Course Title
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Course Hours
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Textbook Information
(approximate cost; subject to change)
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Costs
T=Tuition/F=Fees
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PCO466
or
PCO467
(if blended)
Shared with Credit class DCOM163
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A+ Certification PC Technician
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50
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PC Pro (Access Key); TestOut; $172 Check with the Coordinator for potential text update before purchasing.
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$735
T-$221/F-$514
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PCA619
or
PCA615 (if blended)
Shared with Credit class DCOM101
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Networking and Data Communications |
37.5 |
Digital materials included in class. |
$569
T-$171/F-$398 |
PCA620
or
PCA616 (if blended)
Shared with Credit class DCOM251
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Network+ Technician Certification |
50 |
The Official CompTIA Network+ Student Guide; CompTIA; $62.55 CertMaster Labs Network+ (Access Key); CompTIA; $85.33 Check with the Coordinator for potential text update before purchasing. |
$735
T-$221/F-$514 |
PCA594
or
PCP777 (if blended)
Shared with Credit class DCOM258
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Introduction to Information Security |
37.5 |
Security Pro (Access Key) TestOut; $185.33 Check with the Coordinator for potential text update before purchasing. |
$569
T-$171/F-$398 |
PCP275 |
Introduction to Python Programming |
24 |
Included in class fees |
$179
T-$20/F-$159 |
PCA623
or
PCA627 (if blended)
Shared with Credit class DCOM142
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Linux Fundamentals |
37.5 |
CompTIA CertMaster Learn for Linux+; CompTIA; $70.67 CompTIA CertMaster Labs for Linux+ (Access Key); CompTIA; $85.33 Check with the Coordinator for potential text update before purchasing |
$569
T-$171/F-$398 |
PCA891
or
PCO304 (if blended)
Shared with Credit class DCOM224
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Advanced Linux Administration |
50 |
Same books for Linux Fundamentals Linux: Quick Study Chart Barcharts $6.95 Check with the Coordinator for potential text update before purchasing |
$735
T-$221/F-$514 |
Course Series Totals:
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286.5
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$668.16
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$4,091
T-$1,196/F-$2,895
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