32520 UNIX Systems Administration

6cp; availability: Internetworking program students only
Requisite(s): 32547 UNIX Systems Programming
Recommended studies: students should be competent users of UNIX
Postgraduate

Students learn about basic UNIX systems administration, with an emphasis on the provision of Internet services. The subject covers routine system administration tasks, such as managing user accounts, configuring system-level services, and monitoring the system. The Internet services component includes setting up web, email and other Internet services in UNIX. The subject emphasises the importance of system security and documentation in system administration. It is very practical in nature, and assumes prior experience with the UNIX operating system.

Typical availability

Autumn semester, City campus
Spring semester, City campus

Fee information

2008 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $907.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.

2008 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,430.00

Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.

Subject EFTSL: 0.125

Access conditions

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