UNIX Operating System I Syllabus for 2023-2024
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Course

ITSC-1307-DC001 UNIX Operating System I

Prerequisites

Course Description

Introduction to the UNIX operating system including multi-user concepts, terminal emulation, use of system editor, basic UNIX commands and writing script files. Includes introductory system management concepts.

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Department Expectations

In this course, you are expected to read all assigned materials and agree to abide by the rules and guidelines presented in the department academic integrity policy; by submitting an assignment, you acknowledge this policy. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VG1NSpxZzc8HDz_ElcnwYALIMYy-tCSl/view?usp=drive_link

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Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:

Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:

Melodie Graves
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Student Service Center 117
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Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 3 lab)

Class Type

Dual Credit Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

NO TEXTBOOK IS REQUIRED FOR THIS COURSE.

Supplies

You will need access to the Internet and a Windows (or Linux) PC or Mac.

Student Performance

Course Description: Introduction to the UNIX operating system including multi-user concepts, terminal emulation, use of system editor, basic UNIX commands, and writing script files. Includes introductory system management concepts.
 
End-of-Course Outcomes: Use basic UNIX commands; apply terminal emulation; use a system editor; and manage individual user accounts and files.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Log in using the AC Connect Portal

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If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

Students are expected to maintain a high standard of individual honor in their scholastic work. Students who are guilty of cheating, plagiarism, copying, or dishonesty may be excluded from class with a grade of  F; or, in flagrant cases, may be suspended from the College. The faculty of the CIS Department reserves the right to ask a student to verify any portion of a test by reproducing any specific section or all of the test in question.
Any action that compromises the computer systems at school can result in a grade of "F" in this course and possible further disciplinary action.

Grading Criteria

Your semester grade (90-100 A, 80-89 B, 70-79 C, 60-69 D, Below 60 F) will be calculated as the average of:

  1. Labs/quizzes each week
  2. Final Exam 

The Lab Average will be calculated as:

  1. All work will be graded in TestOut

Attendance

Follow the AISD attendance guidelines

Calendar

Week 1:  Unix/Linux Overview

 Week 2: Using Unix/Linux

Week 3: Installation and Localization

Week 4: Boot and Shutdown

Week 5: GUI and Desktops

Week 6: Software Installation

Week 7: Users and Groups

Week 8: File System Management

Week 9: Hardware Install

Week 10: Process and System Services

Week 11: System Monitoring

Week 12: Networking

Week 13: Cloud, Containers, and Virtualization

Week 14: Scripting and Automation

Week 15: Security 

Additional Information

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Syllabus Created on:

01/15/24 9:41 AM

Last Edited on:

01/15/24 9:56 AM