Course description and requirements
This proposed course develops practical knowledge of linux installation & fundamentals through guided instruction, supervised technical exercises, troubleshooting and documented projects.
Course code: LNX-101 | Duration: 12 weeks | Workload: approximately 8–10 hours/week | Total: approximately 96–120 hours
Prerequisites: Basic computer skills
Delivery: Planned online lessons, virtual laboratories, graded assessments and instructor feedback.
Status: In development; not open for enrollment.
Learning outcomes
- Explain the technical principles covered in the course
- Configure and troubleshoot relevant systems in an authorized lab
- Apply safe operational practices and document results
- Evaluate a working implementation against defined requirements
- Communicate findings in a professional technical report
Detailed 12-week teaching plan
Week 1: Linux distributions
Lesson: Study the concepts, terminology, configuration steps, common failure modes and operational considerations for this topic.
Practical lab: Build or configure a relevant component in an isolated test environment; capture configuration details and verify the result.
Evidence: Submit a lab record containing the objective, steps, results, troubleshooting notes and a short reflection.
Week 2: ISO images and checksums
Lesson: Study the concepts, terminology, configuration steps, common failure modes and operational considerations for this topic.
Practical lab: Build or configure a relevant component in an isolated test environment; capture configuration details and verify the result.
Evidence: Submit a lab record containing the objective, steps, results, troubleshooting notes and a short reflection.
Week 3: Virtual machines
Lesson: Study the concepts, terminology, configuration steps, common failure modes and operational considerations for this topic.
Practical lab: Build or configure a relevant component in an isolated test environment; capture configuration details and verify the result.
Evidence: Submit a lab record containing the objective, steps, results, troubleshooting notes and a short reflection.
Week 4: Ubuntu installation
Lesson: Study the concepts, terminology, configuration steps, common failure modes and operational considerations for this topic.
Practical lab: Build or configure a relevant component in an isolated test environment; capture configuration details and verify the result.
Evidence: Submit a lab record containing the objective, steps, results, troubleshooting notes and a short reflection.
Week 5: Disk partitions and filesystems
Lesson: Study the concepts, terminology, configuration steps, common failure modes and operational considerations for this topic.
Practical lab: Build or configure a relevant component in an isolated test environment; capture configuration details and verify the result.
Evidence: Submit a lab record containing the objective, steps, results, troubleshooting notes and a short reflection.
Week 6: Terminal navigation
Lesson: Study the concepts, terminology, configuration steps, common failure modes and operational considerations for this topic.
Practical lab: Build or configure a relevant component in an isolated test environment; capture configuration details and verify the result.
Evidence: Submit a lab record containing the objective, steps, results, troubleshooting notes and a short reflection.
Week 7: Files and directories
Lesson: Study the concepts, terminology, configuration steps, common failure modes and operational considerations for this topic.
Practical lab: Build or configure a relevant component in an isolated test environment; capture configuration details and verify the result.
Evidence: Submit a lab record containing the objective, steps, results, troubleshooting notes and a short reflection.
Week 8: Users and permissions
Lesson: Study the concepts, terminology, configuration steps, common failure modes and operational considerations for this topic.
Practical lab: Build or configure a relevant component in an isolated test environment; capture configuration details and verify the result.
Evidence: Submit a lab record containing the objective, steps, results, troubleshooting notes and a short reflection.
Week 9: Packages and updates
Lesson: Study the concepts, terminology, configuration steps, common failure modes and operational considerations for this topic.
Practical lab: Build or configure a relevant component in an isolated test environment; capture configuration details and verify the result.
Evidence: Submit a lab record containing the objective, steps, results, troubleshooting notes and a short reflection.
Week 10: Networking basics
Lesson: Study the concepts, terminology, configuration steps, common failure modes and operational considerations for this topic.
Practical lab: Build or configure a relevant component in an isolated test environment; capture configuration details and verify the result.
Evidence: Submit a lab record containing the objective, steps, results, troubleshooting notes and a short reflection.
Week 11: Troubleshooting and logs
Lesson: Study the concepts, terminology, configuration steps, common failure modes and operational considerations for this topic.
Practical lab: Build or configure a relevant component in an isolated test environment; capture configuration details and verify the result.
Evidence: Submit a lab record containing the objective, steps, results, troubleshooting notes and a short reflection.
Week 12: Installation project
Lesson: Study the concepts, terminology, configuration steps, common failure modes and operational considerations for this topic.
Practical lab: Build or configure a relevant component in an isolated test environment; capture configuration details and verify the result.
Evidence: Submit a lab record containing the objective, steps, results, troubleshooting notes and a short reflection.
Five graded practical assignments
Assignment 1 — Week 2: ISO images and checksums
Task: Complete a practical implementation or investigation related to iso images and checksums. Document the requirements, approach, evidence of operation, test results and any problems encountered.
Submission: Technical report, configuration evidence and supporting files where applicable.
Marking: Technical accuracy 40%, verification 25%, documentation 25%, safe practice 10%.
Assignment 2 — Week 4: Ubuntu installation
Task: Complete a practical implementation or investigation related to ubuntu installation. Document the requirements, approach, evidence of operation, test results and any problems encountered.
Submission: Technical report, configuration evidence and supporting files where applicable.
Marking: Technical accuracy 40%, verification 25%, documentation 25%, safe practice 10%.
Assignment 3 — Week 5: Disk partitions and filesystems
Task: Complete a practical implementation or investigation related to disk partitions and filesystems. Document the requirements, approach, evidence of operation, test results and any problems encountered.
Submission: Technical report, configuration evidence and supporting files where applicable.
Marking: Technical accuracy 40%, verification 25%, documentation 25%, safe practice 10%.
Assignment 4 — Week 8: Users and permissions
Task: Complete a practical implementation or investigation related to users and permissions. Document the requirements, approach, evidence of operation, test results and any problems encountered.
Submission: Technical report, configuration evidence and supporting files where applicable.
Marking: Technical accuracy 40%, verification 25%, documentation 25%, safe practice 10%.
Assignment 5 — Week 10: Networking basics
Task: Complete a practical implementation or investigation related to networking basics. Document the requirements, approach, evidence of operation, test results and any problems encountered.
Submission: Technical report, configuration evidence and supporting files where applicable.
Marking: Technical accuracy 40%, verification 25%, documentation 25%, safe practice 10%.
Midterm examination — Week 6
Proposed format: 90 minutes; multiple-choice, short-answer and scenario questions based on Weeks 1–5.
Skills assessed: Technical terminology, configuration decisions, troubleshooting and safe practice.
Actual exam questions, answer keys and marking guidance will be prepared in the instructor-only Moodle question bank.
Final examination — Week 12
Proposed format: 120 minutes; cumulative knowledge questions, troubleshooting scenarios and technical interpretation covering the full course.
Exam delivery, identity verification, accessibility accommodations and academic integrity procedures must be finalized before student assessment begins.
Capstone project
Project brief: Install Ubuntu in a VM, configure accounts, networking and updates, and submit an installation record.
Deliverables: Design plan, implementation evidence, testing checklist, results, troubleshooting record and final technical report.
Rubric: Design 20%, implementation 35%, testing 25%, documentation 20%.
Proposed grading
- Weekly quizzes — 10%
- Five practical assignments and labs — 25%
- Midterm examination — 20%
- Final examination — 20%
- Capstone project — 25%
Student preparation
A computer capable of running virtual machines or accessing an approved remote lab is recommended. Some courses may require additional RAM, storage, networking equipment or licensed software. Course-specific minimum requirements and accessible alternatives will be published before delivery.
All security testing must be limited to systems owned by the student or explicitly authorized for testing.
Academic status
This page describes a proposed curriculum. Instructors, tuition, assessment dates, enrollment and any required regulatory approvals are not yet established. No academic credit or professional certification is promised.