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C S 30A
INTRODUCTION TO LINUX · 4.5 units · used in 2 transfer pathways
Where this page’s information comes from
- Foothill catalogcourse record · 2026-2027
- FHDA class listingsFall 2026 sections
- Cherrypickercourse matching and pathway links — our analysis
About this course
Introduction to the Linux operating system primarily focused on command line usage. Covers the history, kernel, file systems, shells, and user utilities. Also introduces students to the fundamentals of shell programming, processes, communications, and basic security.
Sections this term
Fall 2026 · updated Sep 3, 3:00 PM UTCC S 30AINTRODUCTION TO LINUXOpen1 section · 7 seats reported · 1 instructor
- CRN 20143 · 01Open · 7
Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.
Prerequisites
The Foothill catalog lists no prerequisite for this course.
Transfer pathways that use C S 30A
ASSIST maps C S 30A to a requirement in 2 published pathways from Foothill College.
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