Unix/Linux Systems Programming

Harvard Extension School

CSCI E-28

Section 1

CRN 24040

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As an introduction to the fundamental structure and services of the Unix and Linux operating systems, this course combines theory with programming at the system call level. Topics include files and directories, device control, terminal handling, processes and threads, signals, pipes, and sockets. Examples and exercises include directory management utilities, a shell, a web server, and a multi-user shared whiteboard.

Credits: 4

Term

Spring Term 2026

Part of Term

Full Term

Format

Flexible Attendance Web Conference

Credit Status

Graduate, Noncredit, Undergraduate

Section Status

Open

Instructor Info

Bruce Molay, AB

Lecturer in Extension, Harvard University

Meeting Info

W 8:10pm - 10:10pm (1/26 - 5/16)

Participation Option: Online Asynchronous or Online Synchronous

Deadlines

Last day to register:

Additional Time Commitments

Required sections to be arranged.

Prerequisites

Solid knowledge of C or C++ at the level of CSCI E-26 and a data structures course such as CSCI E-22; some experience using Unix helpful.

Notes

This course meets via web conference. Students may attend at the scheduled meeting time or watch recorded sessions asynchronously. Recorded sessions are typically available within a few hours of the end of class and no later than the following business day. See minimum technology requirements.

Tuition

All Sections of this Course

CRN	Section #	Participation Option(s)	Instructor	Section Status	Meets	Term Dates
24040	1	Online Asynchronous, Online Synchronous	Bruce Molay	Open	W 8:10pm - 10:10pm	Jan 26 to May 16