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Paradise Valley Community College
Information Technology

Certificate of Completion: Linux Professional #5204
12 Credits

This program will help to prepare students for a variety of industry-recognized Linux certification exams as well as provide practical hands-on skills for the work place. The program includes a core of Linux classes including Linux operating system basics, System Administration, Network Administration and Network Security. These classes will ensure a student’s knowledge and skill level in preparation for employment or for improving current professional skills. Objectives for a variety of industry certifications are encompassed within course and program objectives.

Program Notes: Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in each course in the Required Courses area. "++" or "+" after a course number indicates any module.

Required Courses: 6 credits
Course Name Credits Prerequisites
CIS126DL Linux Operating System 3  

Or

CIS126AL and Linux Operating System I 1  
CIS126BL and Linux Operating System II 1 Yes
CIS126CL Linux Operating System III 1 Yes
CIS238DL Linux System Administration 3 Yes

Restricted Electives: 6 credits
Course Name Credits Prerequisites
BPC/CIS121AB Microsoft Command Line Operations 1  
BPC170 Computer Maintenance I: A+ Prep 3 Yes
BPC273 Advanced Server Computer Maintenance: Server+ Prep 3 Yes
CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems 3  
CIS190 Introduction to Local Area Networks 3 Yes
CIS240DL Linux Network Administration 3 Yes
CIS270 Essentials of Network and Information Security 3 Yes
CIS271DL Linux Security 3 Yes
CNT140 Cisco Networking Fundamentals 4  

Or

MST140 Microsoft Networking Essentials 3  
CNT150 Cisco Networking Router Technologies 3 Yes
MST150++
(any module)
Microsoft Windows Professional 3  

Materials presented on these pages were taken from the PVCC 2005-2006 Catalog and do not encompass all the specific requirements of our certificate and degree programs.  Please consult the PVCC 2005-2006 Catalog or contact an advisor for specific program details. 

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Comments or suggestions: gary.smith@pvmail.maricopa.edu
Last Revised: 03/06/2006