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Session: 2022/23
Last modified: 10/01/2023 10:41:24
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Title of Module: Linux: Tools and Administration |
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Code: COMP08100 |
SCQF Level: 8
(Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework) |
Credit Points: 20 |
ECTS: 10
(European Credit Transfer Scheme) |
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| School: | School of Computing, Engineering and Physical Sciences |
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| Module Co-ordinator: | Althaff
Mohideen |
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| Summary of Module |
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The aim of the module is to provide students with an introduction to Linux operating systems. The learners are provided with the fundamental skills and understanding of the administration of Linux operating systems, Linux commands, and utilities for developing their skills in cyber operations.
This module will work to develop a number of the key 'I am UWS' Graduate Attributes to make those who complete this module:
Universal
Critical Thinker
Ethically-minded
Research-minded
Work Ready
Problem-Solver
Effective Communicator
Ambitious
Successful
Autonomous
Resilient
Driven
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| Module Delivery Method |
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| Face-To-Face | Blended | Fully Online | HybridC | HybridO | Work-based Learning |
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Face-To-Face
Term used to describe the traditional classroom environment where the students and the lecturer meet synchronously in the same room for the whole provision.
Blended
A mode of delivery of a module or a programme that involves online and face-to-face delivery of learning, teaching and assessment activities, student support and feedback. A programme may be considered “blended” if it includes a combination of face-to-face, online and blended modules. If an online programme has any compulsory face-to-face and campus elements it must be described as blended with clearly articulated delivery information to manage student expectations
Fully Online
Instruction that is solely delivered by web-based or internet-based technologies. This term is used to describe the previously used terms distance learning and e learning.
HybridC
Online with mandatory face-to-face learning on Campus
HybridO
Online with optional face-to-face learning on Campus
Work-based Learning
Learning activities where the main location for the learning experience is in the workplace.
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| Term(s) for Module Delivery |
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(Provided viable student numbers permit).
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| Term 1 | | Term 2 | | Term 3 | |
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| Learning Outcomes: (maximum of 5 statements) |
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On successful completion of this module the student will be able to:
L1.
Demonstrate a critical understanding of the structure and administration of Linux operating systems
L2.
Effectively use a variety of commands and utilities to undertake Linux administration and penetration testing
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Write simple scripts to deploy and automate services
L4.
Use utilities to collect system information;Use utilities to collect system information
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Use a vulnerable system as case studies to demonstrate the skills in use of Linux tools |
| Employability Skills and Personal Development Planning (PDP) Skills |
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| SCQF Headings |
During completion of this module, there will be an opportunity to achieve
core skills in:
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| Knowledge and Understanding (K and U) |
SCQF Level 8.
A detailed understanding of directory structure, process management, and administration utilities that are required to manage a live Linux system. |
| Practice: Applied Knowledge and Understanding |
SCQF Level 8.
Use a variety of tools to undertake Linux installation and administration. |
| Generic Cognitive skills |
SCQF Level 8.
Systematic planning and undertaking of system design and administration. |
| Communication, ICT and Numeracy Skills |
SCQF Level 8.
Effective use of a variety of tools. Analytic skills in identifying the weaknesses and vulnerability of systems. Report writing and presentation skills. |
| Autonomy, Accountability and Working with others |
SCQF Level 8.
Teamwork and communication skills. |
| Pre-requisites: |
Before undertaking this module the student should have
undertaken the following:
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| Learning and Teaching |
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Learning Activities
During completion of this module, the learning activities undertaken to
achieve the module learning outcomes are stated below:
| Student Learning Hours
(Normally totalling 200 hours):
(Note: Learning hours include both contact hours and hours spent on other learning activities) |
| Lecture/Core Content Delivery | 12 |
| Tutorial/Synchronous Support Activity | 12 |
| Laboratory/Practical Demonstration/Workshop | 24 |
| Independent Study | 152 |
| 200
Hours Total
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**Indicative Resources: (eg. Core text, journals, internet
access)
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The following materials form essential underpinning for the module content
and ultimately for the learning outcomes:
Sharma, H. (2018) Kali-Linux An Ethical Hackers cookbook (2nd edition). Packt Publishing
Tony, B., Terry, D., and Gregon, NP. (2006) Linux Network Administrator’s Guide. John Wiley & Sons
Christopher, N., (2015) Linux Bible (20th edition). John Wiley & Sons.
Cannon J., (2016) Linux Administration: The Linux Operating System and Command Line Guide for Linux Administrators. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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(**N.B. Although reading lists should include current publications,
students are advised (particularly for material marked with an asterisk*) to
wait until the start of session for confirmation of the most up-to-date
material)
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| Engagement Requirements |
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In line with the Academic Engagement Procedure, Students are defined as academically engaged if they are regularly engaged with timetabled teaching sessions, course-related learning resources including those in the Library and on the relevant learning platform, and complete assessments and submit these on time. Please refer to the Academic Engagement Procedure at the following link: Academic engagement procedure |
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Supplemental Information
| Programme Board | Computing |
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| Assessment Results (Pass/Fail) |
No
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| Subject Panel | Business & Applied Computing |
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| Moderator | Sean Sturley |
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| External Examiner | M Davis |
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| Accreditation Details | |
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| Version Number | 2.01 |
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| Assessment: (also refer to Assessment Outcomes Grids below) |
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This module will be assessed by two individual pieces of coursework.
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(N.B. (i) Assessment Outcomes Grids for the module
(one for each component) can be found below which clearly demonstrate how the learning outcomes of the module
will be assessed.
(ii) An indicative schedule listing approximate times
within the academic calendar when assessment is likely to feature will be
provided within the Student Handbook.)
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Assessment Outcome Grids (Footnote A.)
Footnotes
A. Referred to within Assessment Section above
B. Identified in the Learning Outcome Section above
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Note(s):
- More than one assessment method can be used to assess individual learning outcomes.
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Schools are responsible for determining student contact hours. Please refer to University Policy on contact hours (extract contained within section 10 of the Module Descriptor guidance note).
This will normally be variable across Schools, dependent on Programmes &/or Professional requirements.
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| Equality and Diversity |
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UWS Equality and Diversity Policy |
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(N.B. Every effort
will be made by the University to accommodate any equality and diversity issues
brought to the attention of the School)
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