{"id":15631,"date":"2025-11-05T12:24:24","date_gmt":"2025-11-05T17:24:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.virginiawestern.edu\/academics-new\/?page_id=15631&#038;preview_id=15631"},"modified":"2026-02-26T14:39:37","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T19:39:37","slug":"comptia-linux","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.virginiawestern.edu\/academics\/it\/comptia-linux\/","title":{"rendered":"CompTIA Linux+"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-id15631_d955fe-cc > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id15631_d955fe-cc > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id15631_d955fe-cc > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(74% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)))minmax(0, calc(26% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)));}.kb-row-layout-id15631_d955fe-cc > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id15631_d955fe-cc > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 2fr) minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id15631_d955fe-cc > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id15631_d955fe-cc alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-left-golden kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column15631_f8e5c8-6e > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column15631_f8e5c8-6e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column15631_f8e5c8-6e > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column15631_f8e5c8-6e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column15631_f8e5c8-6e > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column15631_f8e5c8-6e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column15631_f8e5c8-6e{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column15631_f8e5c8-6e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column15631_f8e5c8-6e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column15631_f8e5c8-6e\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>This online course is designed to develop the expertise needed to configure, manage, and troubleshoot Linux systems, a core requirement for IT professionals in today&#8217;s technology-driven world. You will gain hands-on experience in Linux system administration, mastering skills like system installation, software management, networking, security, and cloud integration. The curriculum, aligned with CompTIA Linux+ XK0-005 certification objectives, will be taught by an instructor with extensive real-world experience. The course covers key areas such as security best practices, scripting, automation, and system monitoring. Basic computer skills and familiarity with operating systems and networks are prerequisites, though prior experience with Linux is beneficial. All materials are included.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What to Expect<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although not required, having some experience with Linux, both in command-line and graphical interfaces, will help smooth your learning process. If you are new to Linux, be prepared for a steeper learning curve but know that the course is designed to support learners of all levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This course moves quickly, and you should expect to dedicate at least 20 hours of study time outside of class. A reliable internet connection is essential for completing labs and assignments. Before enrolling, you should have a basic understanding of computer systems and networking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Certification:<\/strong> CompTIA Linux+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Learn the Skills<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>By the end of this course, you will have gained practical, real-world skills necessary for a Linux technician role, including the ability to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Install and configure Linux systems from scratch<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Install and manage software packages on Linux<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create and manage user accounts and groups in Linux<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manage Linux storage devices and file systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor and optimize system performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set up and configure Linux networks, routers, and firewalls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deploy and manage Linux systems in cloud and virtualized environments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understand and apply basic scripting and automation techniques<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Secure Linux environments, including network and VPN security<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Troubleshoot Linux issues related to users, storage, networking, and SELinux<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These skills will prepare you to handle a wide range of tasks in the Linux environment, both in traditional server setups and modern cloud or virtualized infrastructures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tuition Includes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Online access to course<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exam voucher<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/virginiawestern.augusoft.net\/index.cfm?method=ClassListing.ClassListingDisplay&amp;int_category_id=5&amp;int_sub_category_id=120&amp;int_catalog_id=\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:5px;border-top-right-radius:5px;border-bottom-left-radius:5px;border-bottom-right-radius:5px;background-color:#53c6d6;text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>SCHEDULE &amp; registration<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:5px;border-top-right-radius:5px;border-bottom-left-radius:5px;border-bottom-right-radius:5px;background-color:#fec00f;text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>more info &amp; funding<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}.kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{background-color:#18284a;}.kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7, .kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 h1, .kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 h2, .kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 h3, .kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 h4, .kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 h5, .kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 h6{color:#ffffff;}.kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 a{color:#ffffff;}.kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 a:hover{color:#fec00f;}.kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column15631_325ea4-e7 feature-box-academic\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Cost &amp; Length<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Est. 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