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CIS 121 –  UNIX/Linux (CRN: 43011) at  College of San Mateo for Spring 2025

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This course is offered online and it is recommended you complete a short self-assessment to ensure readiness before taking an online course.

CIS 121 UNIX/Linux

Introduction to the UNIX/Linux operating system. Includes a brief introduction to operating systems and UNIX history. Covers UNIX file systems, common shell features including 1/0 redirection, piping, command substitution, and simple job control. Introduces shell-specific facilities, including use of environmental and local variables, and common UNIX utilities. Also includes advanced topics such as shell scripting, communications, and system administration. Intended for students with previous programming experience.

Units: 3
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC

College of San Mateo (Online Course)

Department: Computer Science

Number of Units: 3


Section
OLH - Online
Meeting Date: 01/13-05/22
Meeting Time:
Days:
Online course Room: 0000
Instructor: Mirsaeid Abolghasemi
Critical Dates for this Course Date
Last day to add class January 27, 2025
Last day to drop with a refund January 27, 2025
Last day to drop without a "W" February 2, 2025
Last day to drop with a "W" April 23, 2025
Last day to change to Pass/No Pass Grading Option May 22, 2025
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