Class information
CIS240L Linux Installation and Config
- CRN: 11204
- Credits: 4
- Notes: Either CS 140U or CIS 140L can be used as pre-reqs
- Locations, days, times, and instructors:
- Online (no scheduled meetings), Available 24/7
From January 5 through March 21, 2026, Hazel M Yamada
- Online (no scheduled meetings), Available 24/7
Class materials
Textbooks
No textbooks required
Details about this class
- Your instructor believes people learn best from experience. Thus, the weekly labs or assignments are the core of this class and must be turned in to get a good grade in this class.
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You will be required to give a Final Presentation using Zoom. This can be scheduled toward the end of the term and can be given anytime during Finals Week.
Technology
- You will need a computer with a microphone and speakers (or a headset) and a webcam so you can use Zoom, watch Youtube videos, and possibly run virtual computers using a graphical user interface over the internet.
- You will need an internet connection with enough bandwidth to use Zoom, watch videos, and occasionally download Linux DVD images.
- You will need a computer that can be used for a Linux operating system. This may simply be a Windows or Apple computer with enough free space to install virtualization software like VirtualBox to use for you Linux operating system. You will need at least 2 GB of RAM and 10 GB of disk to run the Linux OS. More is better. It is also acceptable to use a dedicated Linux computer.
- A couple unused USB thumb drives are recommended as well.
- All software used in this course is Open Source and is freely downloadable over the internet and may be kept and used for as long as you like.
No show policy
Your instructor can mark you as a "no show" if you do not participate in your class during the first week. This will remove you from the class. It is important to log in as soon as the class starts to see what the participation requirements are.
Online technical requirements
Please be sure to read the quick guide to Online Learning technical requirements.
Students with disabilities
Students with disabilities should notify their instructor if accommodations are needed to take this class. For information about technologies that help people with disabilities taking Online based classes please visit the Disability Services website.
Prerequisite for online classes
Before you take your first online class at PCC, you must complete the start guide. The start guide will help you decide if these classes are right for you. Once you complete the start guide, you will be able to register for these classes.