Unix/Linux Systems Administrator

This certificate prepares students for a Unix/Linux operations and system administrator position. Students install and configure the Unix/Linux operating system to meet the demands of business requirements and information technology needs. Students should have a basic understanding of computer systems and networking before enrolling in this certificate.

The Certificate is granted to students who have completed the requisite units outlined in the major requirements with at least 6 semester units of the required courses at Glendale Community College. All courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better, or a “P” grade.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this certificate program, the student will be able to install, configure and maintain an industry standard computer with the Unix/Linux operating system that is connected to the Internet.

Certificate Program Map

REQUIRED COURSES FOR CERTIFICATE		UNITS
CS/IS 172	Unix/Linux Operating System	4
CS/IS 174	Unix/Linux System Administration	4
CS/IS 190	Intro to Computer Networks	3
CS/IS 240	Cloud Computing - Fundamentals	3
CHOOSE TWO OF THE FOLLOWING
CS/IS 193	Intro to Cybersecurity: Ethical Hacking	3
CS/IS 196	Advanced Networking: Security	3
CS/IS 197	Advanced Networking: Server Operations	3
CS/IS 242	Cloud Computing - Security	3
CSIS 270	Python for Data Science	3
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED		20

NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED DUE TO PREREQUISITES ARE NOT MET.  SEE A COUNSELOR FOR A PERSONALIZED STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.

Spring 2026	GCC Catalog Addendum 2025-2026
Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see the catalog from that year.