Franske CNT-2311 SU12 Schedule
| Information Technology & Careers | Administering Linux Operating Systems
CNT-2311 - 3 credits Instructor: Dr. Ben Franske Term: Summer 2012 (6/11/2012-8/1/2012) Meetings: No scheduled class meetings Location: Online |
This is an online course. To some extent you can work on your own schedule but there are some checkpoints when things are due which are listed here. Some of the updates and recordings will only be available the week on the schedule so check back frequently. Do not fall behind with readings, videos, message board postings or labs as it is difficult to catch back up! Unless otherwise noted everything is due at 11:59pm on the date indicated. If you have any questions please contact the instructor.
Week 1: June 11
Topics:
- Course Syllabus and Schedule
- Introduction to Linux
- Installing and Using VirtualBox
- Installing Ubuntu Desktop
Readings:
- Chapter 1: Introduction to Linux
- Chapter 2: Linux Installation and Usage
Labs:
- Setup Lab: Installing VirtualBox, Installing Ubuntu Desktop
- Chapter 1 Lab
- Chapter 2 Lab
Week 2: June 18
Topics:
- Exploring Linux Filesystems
- Linux Filesystem Management
Readings:
- Chapter 3: Exploring Linux Filesystems
- Chapter 4: Linux Filesystem Management
Labs:
- Chapter 3 Lab
- Chapter 4 Lab
Due:
- By the evening of Saturday June 23 you must have submitted lab reports for chapters 1-3
- By the evening of Saturday June 23 you must have completed online message board posts for chapters 1-3
Week 3: June 25
Topics:
- Linux Filesystem Administration
- Advanced Installation
Readings:
- Chapter 5: Linux Filesystem Administration
- Chapter 6: Advanced Installation
Labs:
- Chapter 5 Lab
- Chapter 6 Lab
Week 4: July 2
Topics:
- Working with the BASH Shell
- System Initialization and X Windows
Readings:
- Chapter 7: Working with the BASH Shell
- Chapter 8: System Initialization and X Windows
Labs:
- Chapter 7 Lab
- Chapter 8 Lab
Due:
- By the evening of Saturday July 7 you must have completed chapter assessments 1-7
- By the evening of Saturday July 7 you must have completed online message board posts for chapters 4-7
- By the evening of Saturday July 7 you must have submitted lab reports for chapters 4-7
Week 5: July 9
Topics:
- Managing Linux Processes
- Common Administrative Tasks
Readings:
- Chapter 9: Managing Linux Processes
- Chapter 10: Common Administrative Tasks
Labs:
- Chapter 9 Lab
- Chapter 10 Lab
Week 6: July 16
Topics:
- Compression, System Backup, and Software Installation
- Network Configuration
Readings:
- Chapter 11: Compression, System Backup, and Software Installation
- Chapter 12: Network Configuration
Labs:
- Chapter 11 Lab
- Chapter 12 Lab
Due:
- By the evening of Saturday July 21 you must have completed online message board posts for chapters 8-11
- By the evening of Saturday July 21 you must have submitted lab reports for chapters 8-11
Week 7: July 23
Topics:
- Configuring Network Services
- Troubleshooting, Performance, and Security
Readings:
- Chapter 13: Configuring Network Services
- Chapter 14: Troubleshooting, Performance, and Security
Labs:
- Chapter 13 Lab
- Chapter 14 Lab
Week 8: July 30
Topics:
- Course Wrap-Up
Due:
- By the evening of Thursday August 2 you must have completed the Online Final Exam
- By the evening of Thursday August 2 you must have completed the Final Skills Exam
- By the evening of Wednesday August 1 you must have submitted lab reports for chapters 12-14
- By the evening of Wednesday August 1 you must have completed online message board posts for chapters 12-14
- By the evening of Wednesday August 1 you must have completed chapter assessments 8-14
The instructor reserves the right to modify and adjust the schedule and assignments as needed during the course of this class. The most up to date version will always be available on the course website or from the instructor.