CSCI 1150 – Operating Systems
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I.COURSE TITLE: Operating Systems
COURSE NUMBER: 1150COURSE PREFIX: CSCI
II.PREREQUISITE(S): None
III.CREDIT HOURS: 3LECTURE HOURS: 2
LABORATORY HOURS: 1 (2 contact hours)OBSERVATION HOURS:0
IV.COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course is designed to introduce the student to various types of computer operating systems. It will familiarize the student with the basic commands and fundamental concepts needed to work in these systems. We will discuss single user, multitasking and multi-user systems along with user interfaces. Students cannot receive credit for both CSCI 1150 and EENG 1150.
V.GRADING:
Grading will follow the policy in the SSCC catalog.
A = 90 – 100
B = 80 – 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 – 59
VI. ADOPTED TEXT(S):
A+ Guide to Software textbook w/Lab manual bundle edition 9thby, Andrews Publisher Cengage ISBN 978-1-337-20410-1
VII.COURSE OBJECTIVES:
This course maps fully to CompTIA’s 220-902 A+ Exam objectives. The course is designed to be a complete, step-by-step approach for learning the fundamentals of supporting and troubleshooting computer software.
- Understand the requirements for the CompTIA Exams
- Install operating systems
- Protect, maintain and optimize Windows
- Understand support terminology for Windows 8 and 7
- Understand how to troubleshoot and repair Windows installations
- Describe how to secure a PC and LAN
- Describe how to install printers and scanners
- Note characteristics of a professional PC technician
- Understand Windows on a Network
- Understand best security practices and procedures
VIII.COURSE METHODOLOGY:
Methodology can include hands-on labs, exercises, demonstrations, lectures, presentations, group activities, research papers, quizzes and exams.
IX.COURSE OUTLINE/SAMPLE COURSE CALENDER:
Chapter 1 - Survey of Windows Features and Support Tools - Week 1
Chapter 2 - Installing Windows - Week 2
Chapter 3 - Maintaining Windows - Week 3
Chapter 4 - Optimizing Windows - Week 4 and 5
Chapter 5 - Supporting Customers and Troubleshooting Windows - Week 6
Chapter 6 - Troubleshooting Windows Startup - Week 7
Chapter 7 - Connecting To and Setting Up a Network - Week 8 and 9
Chapter 8 - Supporting Mobile Operating Systems - Week 10
Chapter 9 - Windows Resources on a Network - Week 11
Chapter 10 - Security Strategies – Week 12 and 13
Chapter 11 - Virtualization, Linux and Mac OS X – Week 14, 15 and 16
Final Exam
** Instructor reserves the right to organize work to meet the objectives of the course
X.OTHER REQUIRED SOFTWARE, BOOKS AND MATERIALS:
A web connection is required for access to the Cengage Lab Connection software.
XI.EVALUATION:
- Instructor will specify which criteria apply to a particular assignment.
- Students will complete multiple exercises using the appropriate operating system software.
- Other assignments, projects and exercises may be assigned and graded at the discretion of the instructor.
- Students will reflect mastery of course material thru periodic tests, quizzes and exams.
XII.SPECIFIC MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS:
None
XIII.OTHER INFORMATION:
FERPA: Students need to understand that your work may be seen by others. Others may see your work when being distributed, during group project work, or if it is chosen for demonstration purposes.
Students also need to know that there is a strong possibility that your work may be submitted to other entities for the purpose of plagiarism checks.
DISABILITIES: Students with disabilities may contact the Disabilities Service Office, Central Campus, at 1-800-628-7722 or 937-393-3431.