IT341: Introduction to System Administration
Credits: 3
Catalog Description
This is an introduction to the process of choosing, installing, configuring and maintaining UNIX operating systems such as Linux. Topics include user management, file system management, security, networked file systems (NFS), networked information systems (NIS), domain name servers (DNS), mail systems and printers. Students will get practice writing shell scripts. Also, students are introduced to general system administration policy.
Current & Upcoming Offerings
2025-2026
Fall 2025 2 sections
| Section | Schedule / Time | Instructor | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 |
MW 05:30PM - 06:45PM
|
Kelly, Christopher Grant |
M03-0730
|
| 12 |
TuTh 04:00PM - 05:15PM
|
Kelly, Christopher Grant |
M03-0730
|
Spring 2026 2 sections
| Section | Schedule / Time | Instructor | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 |
TuTh 02:00PM - 03:15PM
|
Kelly, Christopher Grant |
W01-0060
|
| 13 |
MW 05:30PM - 06:45PM
|
Kelly, Christopher Grant |
W01-0010
|
Prerequisites
- IT244.
Introductory course in system administration covering processes, memory, files, and operating system design.