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This Program is Perfect For

  • Advanced developers or IT pros aiming to level up in Linux internals and embedded systems
  • Professionals targeting high-demand, industry-relevant roles in fields like IoT, telecommunications, and enterprise computing
  • Learners who value flexibility and formal recognition, without needing workforce or international approval

Build Linux skills. Expand your job opportunities.

The job boards are full of opportunities for people with the latest Linux skills—the foundation for malware analysts, testing engineers, security administrators, and developers.

In this advanced Linux systems and development program students gain a comprehensive education that quickly prepares them for high-demand jobs in industries such as IoT, telecommunications, automotive systems, and enterprise computing.

Tailor your learning experience

Thanks to a flexible course structure, students can tailor their learning experience to specific interests and career goals within the Linux ecosystem.

Learning outcomes

  • Design and develop embedded Linux systems
  • Create and manage Linux kernel modules
  • Implement Linux device drivers
  • Utilize Linux programming interfaces and tools

Whether you're a software engineer looking to specialize in Linux systems, an embedded systems developer, or an IT professional aiming to enhance your Linux expertise, this specialization will provide you with advanced knowledge and practical skills to excel in Linux development and administration.

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Courses

Program Requirements

Total: 3 courses or 9 units

  • End with specialization completion review.

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See The Syllabus Library
1. Required Courses:
Title units Fall Spring Summer Winter
Embedded Linux Design and Programming 3.0 Flexible
Linux Systems Programming 3.0 Flexible
Linux Kernel & Drivers 3.0 Flexible
2. Completion Review:
Title units Fall Spring Summer Winter
Specialization in Linux Development Completion Fee
3. Related Course(s):
Title units Fall Spring Summer Winter
Linux Kernel and Drivers, Advanced 3.0 Flexible

1. Required Courses:

Embedded Linux Design and Programming
EMBD.X423
$750 (Estimated Cost)
Currently no classes scheduled. Would you like to be notified when a class is available?
Winter
Linux Systems Programming
EMBD.X420
$750 (Estimated Cost)
Currently no classes scheduled. Would you like to be notified when a class is available?
Spring
Linux Kernel & Drivers
EMBD.X421
$750 (Estimated Cost)
Currently no classes scheduled. Would you like to be notified when a class is available?
Spring

2. Completion Review:

Specialization in Linux Development Completion Fee
O-CE0532
$50
You may enroll in this offering at any time.
Apr. 20, , All Day
O-CE0532.(002)
Schedule
 

Please enroll in the Linux Development Completion Fee only when all of the specialization requirements have been met and your final grades are posted.

3. Related Course(s):

Linux Kernel and Drivers, Advanced
EMBD.X422
$750 (Estimated Cost)
Currently no classes scheduled. Would you like to be notified when a class is available?
Winter
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Establish Candidacy

1. Complete a Course

Complete at least one course in your selected program.

2. Declare Candidacy

Declaring candidacy is free. Click “Enroll” and follow the steps to submit your application online.

3. Complete Requirements

You must establish candidacy in the certificate program before enrolling in the Certificate Completion Review.

Instructors

Raghav Vinjamuri
Raghav Vinjamuri
Independent Computer Software Professional

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