Computer Systems Networking - Linux Server Administrator - Specialization, A.A.S.

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A Linux system administrator is responsible for maintaining the continued operational status of the Linux-based computers or networks. In some organizations, Linux powers the company’s web and file servers. As part of the information technology department, Linux system administrators work closely with many different elements within the department. Duties include making adjustments on every level of the operating system and controlling the day-to-day functions of the entire network.

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Program CIP Code: 11.0901

First Year

First Semester ‐ Fall

EDUC 1300 - Learning Framework Credits: 3
ENGL 1301 - Composition I Credits: 3
MATH 1314 - College Algebra Credits: 3
ITSC 1307 - UNIX Operating System I Credits: 3
ITSC 1425 - Personal Computer Hardware Credits: 4

Semester Total: 16

Second Semester ‐ Spring

ENGL 1302 - Composition II Credits: 3
ITSC 1458 - UNIX System Administration I Credits: 4
ITNW 1425 - Fundamentals of Networking Technologies Credits: 4 OR
ITCC 1414 - CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks Credits: 4
XXXX #3## - Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Credits: 3 ¹

Semester Total: 14

Third Semester ‐ Summer

ITSC 1319 - Internet / Web Page Development Credits: 3 OR
ITSC 1391 - Special Topics in Computer and Information Sciences, General (Linux OS Red Hat) Credits: 3
XXXX #3## - Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Credits: 3 ¹

Semester Total: 6

Second Year

First Semester ‐ Fall

ITSC 1447 - UNIX System Administration II Credits: 4
ITNW 1313 - Computer Virtualization Credits: 3
ITSY 1342 - Information Technology Security Credits: 3
XXXX #3## - Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective Credits 3 ¹

Semester Total: 13

Second Semester ‐ Spring

ITSC 2425 - Advanced Linux Credits: 4 (Capstone)
ITSC 1491 - Special Topics in Computer and Information Sciences, General Credits: 4
XXXX #3## - Program Approved Business Elective Credits: 3 ²

Semester Total: 11

Total Minimum Credits for the AAS Degree: 60

¹ A list of electives appears in the Core Curriculum section of this catalog.
² Consult with an advisor to select a Program Approved Business Elective.