2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	UNIX Linux System Administrator
Career Cluster:	Information Technology

CCC	
CIP Number	0511100122	
Program Type	College Credit Certificate (CCC)	
Program Length	Primary:  24 credit hours; Secondary:  21 credit hours	
CTSO	Phi Beta Lambda, BPA 	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	15-1142 – Network and Computer Systems Administrators	
Targeted Occupation List	http://www.labormarketinfo.com/wec/TargetOccupationList.htm	
Perkins Technical Skill Attainment Inventory	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/perkins/perkins_resources.asp 	
Statewide Articulation	http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp 	

Purpose

This certificate program is part of the Network Systems Technology AS degree program (1511100111).

A College Credit Certificate consists of a program of instruction of less than sixty (60) credits of college-level courses, which is part of an AS or AAS degree program and prepares students for entry into employment (Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Information Technology career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Information Technology career cluster. 

The content includes but is not limited to instruction in computer literacy; software application support; basic hardware configuration and troubleshooting; networking technologies, troubleshooting, security, and administration; and customer service and human relations skills.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

01.0	Demonstrate how to install and deploy a server operating system.
02.0	Demonstrate how to provide infrastructure services.
03.0	Demonstrate how to provide file and print services.
04.0	Demonstrate how to provide remote network access.
05.0	Demonstrate how to monitor and maintain network servers and services.
06.0	Demonstrate an understanding of securing data transmission and authentication.
07.0	Demonstrate an understanding of planning for business continuity and high availability.
08.0	Demonstrate workplace-readiness skills.
09.0	Demonstrate understanding of networked environments.
10.0	Understand, install, and configure computer hardware.
11.0	Understand, install, and configure computer software.
12.0	Understand, install, and configure network software.
13.0	Perform network administration and management activities.
14.0	Perform documentation and technical reference activities.

2014 – 2015
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Program Title:	UNIX Linux System Administrator
CIP Number:	0511100122
Program Length:	Primary:  24 credit hours; Secondary:  21 credit hours
SOC Code(s):		15-1142

This certificate program is part of the Network Systems Technology AS degree program (1511100111).  At the completion of this program, the student will be able to:	
01.0	Demonstrate how to install and deploy a server operating system. – The student will be able to:	
01.01	Identify server operating system (OS) versions, editions, features and capabilities.	
01.02	Assess server installation readiness by inventorying hardware.	
01.03	Describe the methods, options and requirements for a Windows server installation and upgrade.	
01.04	Perform an attended and an unattended OS installation.	
01.05	Configure basic network settings.	
01.06	Configure storage.	
01.07	Configure operating systems licensing.	
01.08	Describe, identify and choose server roles and role services.	
01.09	Perform a system review and troubleshoot installation issues.	
01.10	Document the system installation.	
01.11	Automate server deployments using unattended installation tools.	
02.0	Demonstrate how to provide infrastructure services. – The student will be able to:	
02.01	Describe the purpose and function of Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP).	
02.02	Install, configure, and authorize the DHCP server role.	
02.03	Manage, Back up and restoring the DHCP Database.	
02.04	Configure the DHCP Relay Agent.	
02.05	Describe the DNS name resolution process.	
02.06	Configure name resolution for client computers.	
03.0	Demonstrate how to provide file and print services. – The student will be able to:	
03.01	Design a file sharing strategy.	
03.02	Install the file and print server roles and services.	
03.03	Manage file sharing security, encryption, redundancy, and offline access.	
03.04	Manage disk quotas, file screening and shadow copy services.	
03.05	Backup and restore files.	
03.06	Configure Distributed File System (DFS) roots, targets and replication.	
03.07	Identify and install print drivers.	
03.08	Manage printer security, priorities, schedules and pools.	
03.09	Monitor and troubleshoot print and file services.	
04.0	Demonstrate how to provide remote network access. – The student will be able to:	
04.01	Compare and contrast remote access protocols and network authentication methods.	
04.02	Configure static and dynamic routing, Network Address Translation (NAT). 	
04.03	Configure remote access services, protocols and policies, conditions and settings.	
04.04	Configure Remote Access Dial-In User Service (RADIUS).	
04.05	Monitor and troubleshoot remote access connections.	
05.0	Demonstrate how to monitor and maintain network servers and services. – The student will be able to:	
05.01	Monitor and compare network and server performance data to establish and document baselines, isolate problems and optimize performance, adaptability, and scalability.	
05.02	Optimize traffic flow conditions on network connections based on analysis of traffic types, characteristics and user needs.	
05.03	Monitor event logs for information, errors and warnings.	
05.04	Maintain system documentation and service histories.	
05.05	Configure server and client settings to implement patch management strategy.	
05.06	Develop strategies for remote server management using command-line and GUI tools.	
06.0	Demonstrate an understanding of securing data transmission and authentication. – The student will be able to:	
06.01	Explain the social, ethical and technical issues regarding data integrity and confidentiality.	
06.02	Secure network traffic using IPSec.	
06.03	Configure network authentication.	
06.04	Install, configure and manage certificate services.	
06.05	Describe and deploy Network Access Protection (NAP).	
06.06	Configure firewall settings.	
06.07	Identify ports and protocols and create filters for incoming and outgoing traffic.	
07.0	Demonstrate an understanding of planning for business continuity and high availability. – The student will be able to:	
07.01	Discuss virtualization architectures.	
07.02	Estimate data storage requirements.	
07.03	Select a storage technology.	
07.04	Plan for storage fault tolerance.	
07.05	Develop strategies to ensure application and service availability.	
07.06	Plan for backup and recovery of data, servers, and directory services.	
08.0	Demonstrate workplace-readiness skills. – The student will be able to:	
08.01	Follow oral and written instructions.	
08.02	Participate in group discussions as a member and as a leader.	
08.03	Demonstrate self-motivation and responsibility to complete an assigned task.	
08.04	Choose appropriate actions in situations requiring effective time management.	
08.05	Apply principles and techniques for being a productive, contributing member of a team.	
08.06	Identify and discuss intellectual property rights and licensing issues.	
08.07	Identify and Discuss issues contained within professional codes of conduct.	
08.08	Document problems and solutions in service reports and Maintain support record.	
08.09	Perform research on technical issues using Internet and database resources.	
09.0	Demonstrate understanding of networked environments. – The student will be able to:	
09.01	Identify and discuss issues such as security, privacy and redundancy related to networked.	
09.02	Identify and discuss issues related to naming conventions for user-ids, email, passwords, and network devices.	
09.03	List and define layers in the OSI and TCP/IP network protocol models.	
09.04	Discuss the nature of IP addresses and MAC addresses, and mapping between protocol addressing schemes.	
09.05	Produce effective documentation.	
09.06	Identify and discuss issues such as security, privacy and redundancy related to networked environments.	
09.07	Identify and discuss issues related to naming conventions for user ids, email, passwords, and network devices.	
09.08	List and define layers in the OSI and TCP/IP network protocol models.	
09.09	Discuss the nature of IP addresses and MAC addresses, and mapping between protocol addressing schemes.	
09.10	Produce effective documentation.	
10.0	Understand, install, and configure computer hardware. – The student will be able to:	
10.01	Install and configure storage and I/O device interfaces.	
10.02	Install and configure network hardware components.	
10.03	Design and implement test procedure.	
11.0	Understand, install, and configure computer software. – The student will be able to:	
11.01	Describe the functions and major components (BIOS, and task management) of a computer operating system.	
11.02	Identify current operating systems and describe their important features.	
11.03	Use an operating system for activities such as data and file management.	
11.04	Identify current systems utilities and describe their functions.	
11.05	Use system software to perform routine maintenance tasks such as backup and hard drive Defragmentation.	
11.06	Use operating systems of different brands and platforms.	
11.07	Use both stand-alone operating systems and network operating systems.	
11.08	Create, use, and maintain system configuration files.	
11.09	Install and configure a microcomputer operating system, system, and application software.	
11.10	Describe procedures for uninstalling operating system software.	
11.11	Install and configure applications software upgrades.	
11.12	Describe modifications necessary to an operating system (such as modifying parameters and how to handle conflicting interrupts) when installing, configuring and upgrading typical applications software.	
11.13	Install and configure client software for connecting to LANs, WANs, and the Internet (network client, WWW browser, terminal emulation, file transfer).	
11.14	Install and configure client software for client/server and network-based applications (e-mail, videoconferencing, database).	
11.15	Install applications on a server and configure clients for network access.	
11.16	Identify current operating systems and describe their important features.	
11.17	Use an operating system for activities such as data and file management.	
11.18	Identify current systems utilities and describe their functions.	
11.19	Install and configure a microcomputer operating system, system, and application software.	
12.0	Understand, install, and configure network software. – The student will be able to:	
12.01	Describe the major functions of network server software components.	
12.02	Design a directory and security structure.	
12.03	Install and configure client software on multiple hardware platforms.	
12.04	Test and document client software installation.	
12.05	Install and configure drivers for NICs and network peripherals (including printers).	
12.06	Install and configure client/server applications such as e-mail and scheduling on a Server.	
12.07	Set up a server for remote access.	
13.0	Perform network administration and management activities. – The student will be able to:	
13.01	Create and manage user accounts based on standard criteria including department, application needs, and permissions.	
13.02	Explain the function and purpose of firewalls and firebreaks and their purpose.	
13.03	Configure access lists to limit traffic and enhance security.	
13.04	Explain three major security concerns relating to data communications.	
13.05	Establish, document and disseminate user security guidelines.	
13.06	Create and test account templates and policies.	
13.07	Document account setup.	
13.08	Grant/deny access to peripherals.	
13.09	Grant/deny access to logins.	
13.10	Grant/deny access to file systems.	
13.11	Perform network monitoring activities to ensure account integrity.	
13.12	Establish procedures for termination of user accounts.	
14.0	Perform documentation and technical reference activities. – The student will be able to:	
14.01	Describe appropriate documentation procedures and practices.	
14.02	Effectively use locally maintained systems, software, and network documentation.	
14.03	Maintain network documentation, including server and workstation hardware and software specifications.	
14.04	Document the router configuration.	
14.05	Effectively use several standard visual modeling tools.	
14.06	Maintain visual network documentation, such as cabling diagrams.	
14.07	Describe effective strategies for online research.	
14.08	Locate technical information online.	
14.09	Evaluate information located through online research.	

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory activities are an integral part of this program.  These activities include instruction in the use of safety procedures, tools, equipment, materials, and processes related to these occupations.  Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students. 

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

Phi Beta Lambda and Business Professionals of America (BPA) are the appropriate career and technical student organizations for providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills.  Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.  The activities of such organizations are defined as part of the curriculum in accordance with Rule 6A-6.065, F.A.C.

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities as identified on the secondary student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations’ plan to meet individual needs and ensure equal access.  Postsecondary students with disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations if needed, and develop a plan with their counselor and/or instructors.  Accommodations received in postsecondary education may differ from those received in secondary education.  Accommodations change the way the student is instructed.  Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems.  Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

Articulation

For details on articulation agreements which correlate to programs and industry certifications refer to http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_frame.asp.