Portland State University
 
Information Technology
Course Number: IT151B
Linux Essentials and Administration: Prepare for Linux+ and LPIC certifications

The demand for Linux skills continues to grow at rapid pace. Market research firm IDC predicts the overall market revenue for desktops, servers, and packaged software running on Linux will exceed $35 billion by 2008.

This course will offer the Linux skills necessary to stay ahead in today's industry. It will provide you a thorough understanding in installation, troubleshooting, administration, configuring and securing Linux OS. In addition, this course will prepare you for two industry recognized Linux certifications:

Linux+: CompTIA sponsored certification program that validates your skills in basic installation, operation and troubleshooting of Linux operation systems.

LPIC: One of the most popular LPI (Linux Professional Institute) certification. It demonstrates your skills in installation, troubleshooting and administration of various types of Linux operating systems.

Our top-notch information technology and computer training meets the growing demands of the Portland Metro area including Vancouver (WA), Southwestern Washington, and Salem, Oregon communities.

For more details, please contact our Technical Adviser at 503-725-2395 or email it@pdx.edu.

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Working knowledge of computer hardware and software