PCA 627 - Linux Fundamentals - HYB

his course is designed to enable the student, who works in the IT field, to learn the fundamental concepts of the Linux operating system. Topics to be covered include using graphical environments and tools, introductory command line basics, file structures, basic commands, pipes, redirect, and an introduction to basic scripting using Perl or Bash.

Upon completion of this course, the students should be able to:
1. identify key components of the Linux operating system;
2. organize directories and files;
3. explain the purpose of the Linux shells;
4. use filename generation;
5. demonstrate using pipes and redirection;
6. combine basic commands to accomplish unique tasks;
7. design, code, test, and debug shell scripts; and
8. identify strengths and weaknesses of various Linux shells.