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BIT-2554: Linux, Shell Scripting, and Securing the OS for Business

Description: Build foundational knowledge of the Linux operating system and file system concepts necessary for cybersecurity business professionals. Discuss the purpose, use, architecture, and navigation of the Linux file system. Build skill using a command line operating system for system administration and security management tasks. Employ file and directory management, process management, text manipulation, and permissions in the Linux operating system. Create shell scripts for process automation, configuration and process management, and security applications. Hands-on experience securing and hardening the Linux operating system.

Pathways: N/A

Course Hours: 3 credits

Prerequisites: BIT-2405

Required By: BIT-3664

Corequisites: N/A

Crosslist: N/A

Repeatability: N/A

Sections Taught: 3

Average GPA: 3.39 (A-)

Strict A Rate (No A-) : 50.27%

Average Withdrawal Rate: 3.96%

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