Course Overview
This course provides students with insight into the Linux operating system and reviews core skills in configuration and installation of the operating system. Both the command line and GUI interface are used. Students explore file systems, users and groups, the Bash shell, process management, the VI text editor, searching and organizing data, regular expressions and permissions. It is recommended that students have prior exposure to computer operating systems. Students must have access to a Windows based multi-media computer.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
6.0
Domestic fees
$1,263.33 - $1,289.10 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Edit text using the VI editor.
- Manage Linux files and directories.
- Manage user and group accounts.
- Describe the Linux file system.
- Conduct searches using regular expressions.
- Customize the Bash shell.
- Configure system permissions.
Effective as of Winter 2016
Related Programs
Linux Essentials (CITX 2210) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Energy
- Network Administrator Technician
Associate Certificate Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below is one offering of CITX 2210 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 61040
Dates
Apr 08 - Jul 06 Loading
- CRN 61040
- $1263.33 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 08 - Jul 06 | Mon, Wed | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby |
Duration
14 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- No class on Monday, May 18th (Victoria Day) and Wednesday, July 1st (Canada Day). This course is part of the Network Administrator Technician program. It can be taken as part of the program or as a stand-alone. For inquiries regarding this course, please contact the Program Assistant at soepts@bcit.ca. Note: BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current in your myBCIT account.
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Fall 2026
Below is one offering of CITX 2210 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 42133
Dates
Sep 08 - Nov 26 Loading
- CRN 42133
- $1289.10 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 08 - Nov 26 | Tue, Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby SE01 Rm. 123 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- This course is part of the Network Administrator Technician Associate Certificate program and can also be taken as a stand-alone course.
Confirmation
Required
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Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
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