Linux System Administration Fundamentals Skill Set
This course will help you build practical, job-ready skills that you can apply in the workplace. Build practical Linux administration skills and develop a strong foundation for working with servers, cloud environments, networking and ICT support.
This course is fee free* for residents of Western Australia. Some eligibility conditions apply for the fee free training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
* Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the fee free training.
Overview
Campus Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent)
When Semester 2, 2026
How Online
Start your journey into Linux system administration
Build practical Linux administration skills and develop a strong foundation for working with servers, cloud environments, networking and ICT support.
You’ll gain hands-on experience using Linux in realistic workplace scenarios, learning how to navigate Linux environments, manage users and permissions, configure networks, administer server services and troubleshoot common operating system issues. You’ll also develop skills in supporting client-server infrastructure and applying workplace ICT support practices.
Whether you’re starting your ICT career, looking to upskill or expanding your knowledge of enterprise operating systems, this course will help you build practical, job-ready skills that you can apply in the workplace.
- Use Linux command-line operations
- Manage Linux file systems and directories
- Troubleshoot Linux operating systems
- Apply workplace ICT support practices
I have the following attributes:
- Enjoy technology and problem-solving
- Have an interest in operating systems, servers or networking
- Want to develop practical ICT skills
- Are considering a career in systems administration, cloud computing, cybersecurity or technical support
- Are comfortable learning technical concepts and following procedures
- Enjoy working independently and as part of a team
- Want to develop your analytical and troubleshooting skills
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 2, 2026
Details
Course fees
| Tuition | Resource | Total fee* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Concession | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Free training
The free training is available to residents of Western Australia, and eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training, as outlined on the Fee Free page and the Infection control training page. Tuition and resource fees will apply for non-eligible students.
Enquiries regarding course fees can be made by calling us.
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICTNWK426 Install and configure client-server applications and services | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for local students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Short courses are non-accredited and differ from the information above regarding accredited qualifications. Full payment is required at the time of booking. Please review the applicable fees, terms and conditions before enrolling.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
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