- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
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
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
Fall 2025
Below is one offering of CITX 2210 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 42133
Dates
Sep 09 - Dec 04 Loading
- CRN 42133
- $1263.33 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 09 - Dec 04 | Tue, Thu | 18:30 - 21:30 | Burnaby SE01 Rm. 123 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Roger Gale
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- No class on Tuesday, September 30th (National Day for Truth & Reconciliation) and no class on Tuesday, Nov 11th (Remembrance Day). This course is part of the Network Administrator Technician Associate Certificate program and can also be taken as a stand-alone course. Please direct any inquiries along with your BCIT Student ID to khoward18@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.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.