CMAP 1615 Operating Systems:

The course introduces the student to basic functions of a microcomputer operating system and syntax routinely used by microcomputer operators. Fundamentals of managing disks, files, directories, subdirectories, multi-tasking, etc. will be addressed. When the course is offered, the course title listed in the CWC course schedule will indicate the current modern microcomputer operating system being addressed. Prerequisite: Completion of CMAP 1500 or permission of instructor. (3 lect.)

Credits

3 credits

Major Topics

Understanding Hardware
Understanding Software
Introducing Windows Terminology
Operating Systems Fundamentals
Exploring the Windows Desktop
Planning and Installation
Working with Windows
Using Help and Dialog Boxes
Viewing Files and Folders
Using Windows Applications
Using Explorer
Understanding the Boot Sequence
Managing Files
Creating Shortcuts
Managing Printing
Customizing Your System
Editing User and System Profiles
Sharing and Exchanging Data
Maintaining Files and Disks
Protecting Data
Using Multimedia
Troubleshooting
Understanding the Registry
Understanding Networks and Connectivity
Sharing Resources
Understanding Protocols
Activating E-mail
Using DOS Commands

Outcomes

In order to successfully complete this course, the student will:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of desktop management, including customization.

2. Perform general file management, including moving and copying files and formatting disks.

3. Install and configure Windows operating system.

4 Identify and correct problems when running programs for Microsoft MS-DOS, 16-bit Windows, or 32-bit Windows.

5. Manage printing.

6. Map a drive and share a file or folder.

7. Create, save, and print documents using Windows Accessories.

8. Use object linking and embedding between documents.

9. Demonstrate an understanding of multitasking by running several programs simultaneously and switching between programs.

10. Demonstrate an understanding of Windows multimedia features.

11. Locate information on the Internet.

12. Identify and describe the two major types of networks.

13. Use common DOS commands at the Windows command prompt.

14. Describe the implementation of security through the use of profiles.

15. Describe and explain the Windows boot sequence.

16. Identify and describe the elements of the Windows Registry.

Other Information

Any information placed here must be adhered to by all instructors:

Recommended software: Windows XP Recommended textbook: Franklin, Beedle, and Associates text by Carolyn Gillay for a Windows course. Reading: The student's reading level for this course should be at a minimum of an 11th grade level. Previous course work.—Keyboarding and mouse skills. Grading: The following is the recommended grading scale to be used to determine your final grade: A = 90 - 100% B = 80 - 89% C = 70 - 79% D = 60 - 69% F = 59% and below