National CAE Designated Institution
  • Classroom

Provides an introduction to UNIX operating systems. Teaches login procedures, file creation, UNIX file structure, input/output control and the UNIX shell.

Learning Objectives

  1. Demonstrate a mastery of describing the differences in the UNIX, Linux, and Windows operating systems
  2. Demonstrate a mastery of the installation of the Linux operating system in a virtual environment
  3. Demonstrate a mastery of the UNIX/Linux file systems, partitions and inodes, elements of the root hierarchy
  4. Demonstrate a mastery of the basics of Linux files including ASCII, binary, and executable files
  5. Demonstrate a mastery of program design and analysis using flowcharts and pseudocode

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • Software Development
  • Systems Administration

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.