Linux Basics (4 cr)

Evaluation scale

0-5

Objective

After completing the course, you will understand the most important concepts of the Linux operating system (Linux OS) and know how to work with and manage the operating system using a text-based user interface.

After completing the course you can explain the key concepts of the Linux operating system and use basic commands and auxiliary programs given from the command line. You can manage the filesystem, user accounts and groups and understand the importance of access rights management. You can use package management systems to install and update software. You can monitor and manage system processes and services. You can solve common problems and troubleshoot using log files and network tools.

EUR-ACE Knowledge and Understanding
You understand the key concepts and architecture of the Linux operating system. You understand the importance of managing user accounts and groups.

EUR-ACE Engineering Practice
You know how to manage the key functions of the Linux system and use command-line tools. You know how to manage the filesystem and user account permissions. You know how to install and update software and manage system processes and services.

Content

In this course, you will learn how to effectively manage the Linux operating system using a text-based interface. You will understand key concepts and be able to use basic command line commands and utilities. You will learn how to manage the file system, user accounts and groups, and install and update software using package management systems. You will also be able to monitor system processes, solve common problems and troubleshoot using log files and network tools.

Structure of filesystem
Basic commands of the filesystem
Access permissions
Auxiliary programs and tools
Package management
Process management
User management

Location and time

Nonstop, according to the student's own schedule

Materials

Course website (material and exercises)

Teaching methods

- Lecture videos
- Assignments and exam

Exam schedules

Students can decide the time of the exam themselves.

Student workload

Lecture videos 15h
Self studying and assignments 93h
Total 108h

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Sufficient (1)
You are familiar with the basic concepts of the Linux operating system and can use basic commands. You know how to create user groups, add users to them, and modify file and directory permissions at a basic level.

Satisfactory (2)
You understand the meaning of permissions and you are able to apply permissions in the management of filesystems. You know how to use simple command-line tools and auxiliary programs to perform tasks.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Good (3)
You know how to use groups to restrict access and manage user permissions. You understand the basics of package management and know how to install and update software. You know how to use various commands proficiently.

Very good (4)
You know how to use groups to restrict access and manage user permissions effectively. You know how to use various commands proficiently. You understand the importance of process management and can manage active processes and services. You know how to schedule basic tasks using system tools.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent (5)
You know how to comprehensively apply user groups and permission management, and combine various command-line tools to increase productivity. You know how to manage processes and various services comprehensively and effectively. You know how to schedule complex tasks using system tools. You know how to identify system problems using log files, documentation, and online resources.

Further information

Grade is determined by points from optional assingments and from the exam.
Lecture videos, assignments, and exams in Finnish. Written material in English