File Utilities, Filters, and Common Unix Commands

This course equips learners with the essential skills to apply, analyze, and configure Unix-based file utilities and command-line operations. Designed for beginners and intermediate users, it delves into practical system tasks such as printing, piping, filtering, mailing, navigating directories, and managing environment variables. Through structured lessons, learners will explore core Unix tools (pr, lpr, mail, grep, more, etc.), understand absolute vs. relative path handling, and modify permissions using symbolic and numeric modes. Each module fosters command proficiency through interactive learning objectives rooted in Bloom’s Taxonomy—culminating in the ability to execute real-world Unix operations confidently and effectively

• Apply and analyze Unix file utilities and common commands
• Configure file management operations and use filters effectively
• Understand absolute versus relative path handling
• Execute real-world Unix commands confidently

• Basic computer skills with some Unix/Linux terminal exposure
• Willingness to build command-line and file management proficiency