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Introduction to Linux is a course about how the Linux operating system works, where it came from, and how people use it on computers, servers, and virtual machines. It covers both the ideas behind Linux, such as its history and open-source community, and the practical tasks involved in using it, like working with files, managing software, and using the command line.
Introduction to Linux is a 3-credit course built around video lessons and practical work with the Linux command line, files, software management, and user accounts. Assessment is split evenly across 25% Attendance, 25% Quizzes, 25% Assignments, and 25% Final Exam, so students need to keep up with the course rather than wait until the end. When the transcript is reviewed by Newlane University, successful completion is recognized as Elective credit.
The course gives students a working understanding of Linux, from its history and open-source development to basic system tasks, which can be useful in software development, system administration, and related technical environments. At Newlane, that credit applies as an Elective, so it can support degree progress in programs such as the Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts or the Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy by helping students move toward the credit total they need.
After the course is completed, the transcript is sent for review and Newlane University’s registrar applies the credit as Elective. At Newlane, that means the course counts toward total credit hours and toward elective requirements, rather than a specific major requirement. This can still matter in a degree plan because Newlane is competency-based and allows up to 90 transfer credits, or 75% of the degree. For students in programs such as the Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts or the Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, that elective recognition can help fill remaining credit space while staying within Newlane’s transfer ceiling.
This course fits students who want a practical computing course that can transfer to Newlane as Elective credit and count toward the 90-credit transfer maximum. It is a reasonable choice for students who are building toward a Newlane degree and want to use outside coursework efficiently, especially since Newlane allows up to 75% of degree credit to come from transfer. It is less useful for someone who only wants a narrowly specialized Linux credential and does not need elective credit in a Newlane degree plan.
Newlane University is DEAC-accredited and competency-based — you progress by demonstrating mastery. Tuition is a flat $1,500 per degree ($3,000 for a full bachelor's without an associate degree), and up to 75% of degree credit can come from transfer.
Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.
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