Abstract
This thesis describes a program of study for a master s degree in network and
system administration in Pakistan. It describes the course sequence and the
individual courses that will be taught. It also discusses the facilities and computing
resources required. It proposes a lab environment based on the Raspberry Pi
device and Xen-based virtualization for student work, using the MLN tool for
management. Some usability tests for the suggested lab environment were
performed and indicated that it would be suitable.