Course syllabus - Linux

Objectives

The course provides basic theoretical and practical knowledge to install, use and administer Linux-based systems as well as knowledge of script development.

Learning outcomes

After completing  the course, the student shall be able to: 

1. install, configure and manage Linux-systems,
2. explain the file system structure and the underlying security model,
3. account for and manage the most common commands in a Linux system,
4. write simpler programs in command languages (scripts) and
5. give examples of different techniques used to work with remote computers.

Course content

Working in Linux, install Linux, managing software packages, system administration, operating system structure, file management, processes, window management, command shell and scripting.

Examination

Laboratory work (LAB1), 4 credits, examines the learning objectives 1-5, marks Fail (U) or Pass (G).

A student who has a certificate from MDU regarding a disability has the opportunity to submit a request for supportive measures during written examinations or other forms of examination, in accordance with the Rules and Regulations for Examinations at First-cycle and Second-cycle Level at Mälardalen University (2020/1655). It is the examiner who takes decisions on any supportive measures, based on what kind of certificate is issued, and in that case which measures are to be applied.

Suspicions of attempting to deceive in examinations (cheating) are reported to the Vice-Chancellor, in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance, and are examined by the University’s Disciplinary Board. If the Disciplinary Board considers the student to be guilty of a disciplinary offence, the Board will take a decision on disciplinary action, which will be a warning or suspension.

Grade

Pass, Fail

Interim Regulations and Other Regulations

The course completely overlaps with CDT109/DVA249 Linux 7,5 credits and DVA219/DVA233/DVA239 Linux operating system and development environment 7.5 credits.