Unix/Linux System Administrator (ND)*

This certificate is designed for students who are preparing for a position as a Unix System Administrator. The ideal student is one who has significant experience in the field and wants formalized training. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this certificate program, the student will be able to install, configure and maintain an industry standard computer with the Unix/Linux operating system that is connected to the Internet.

This certificate does not satisfy the major requirements for the Associate in Science degree.

Certificate Program Map

PREREQUISITE COURSES	REQUIRED COURSES FOR CERTIFICATE		UNITS
	CS/IS 172	Unix/Linux Operating System	4
	CS/IS 174	Unix/Linux System Administration	4
	CS/IS 190	Intro to Computer Networks	3
	Additional Courses (select one or more)
	CS/IS 112	Introduction to Programming Using Java	3
CS/IS 112 or equivalent	CS/IS 135	Programming in C/C++	3
	CS/IS 151	Python Programming	3
	CS/IS 193	Intro to Cybersecurity: Ethical Hacking	3
	CS/IS 196	Advanced Networking: Security	3
	CS/IS 197	Advanced Networking: Server Operations	3
	TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED		14

*Financial Aid Ineligible
NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED IF PREREQUISITES ARE NOT MET. SEE A COUNSELOR TO PREPARE A STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.

August 2016	GCC CATALOG 2016-2017
Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see the catalog from that year.