ITEC1102 PC Operating Systems
Examines the functions of the Windows Operating System and the Linux operating system, including command line interface, and essential open source software concepts. Students will be able to manage their own desktop or laptop computers, including installing and running applications, managing files and using the Internet. This course takes a hands-on approach to exploring the day-to-day operations of operating systems.
Prerequisite
Qualifying score on writing assessment test OR
ENGL0930 and Qualifying score on computer literacy assessment test OR
CPLT1100 or
CPLT1200 or instructor approval
Course Requirements and Evaluation
Refer to Course Syllabus for detailed information regarding the requirements and evaluation standards for this course. The Course Syllabus will be distributed the first week of the course.
Learning Outcomes
The following outcomes will be addressed in the course:
Identify the major elements of a computer operating system and explain their functions
Describe the differences between application and system software
Identify what user impact the graphical user interface (GUI) has on routine computer work
Utilize the basic functions of the major Windows 10 and Linux desktop environments
Utilize System Settings to customize the desktop and computer system
Identify features of the configuration utilities provided by the desktop environments
Explain methodologies that can be used to organize data storage
Utilize Windows application programs
Examine the features of system maintenance
Utilize a command line interface
Utilize current technological tools
Demonstrate getting troubleshooting help
Demonstrate a variety of networking and media features
Create, edit, save and print documents using application programs
Text and References
A list of textbooks required for this course is available at the
campus store and in eServices.
Course Scheduling
The scheduled hours of instruction include sixteen hours for each lecture credit, thirty-two hours for each lab credit, and forty hours for each credit of supervised occupational experience (SOE). Lecture credit may include formal or impromptu lectures, demonstrations, or discussions with the entire class or with small groups or individuals. Refer to the Course Credits section of this course outline for the credit breakdown.
Accommodations Statement
Access Services - Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified students with documented disabilities. Upon attending an intake meeting with Access Services, qualified students will receive a letter listing the approved accommodations that they may provide to their instructors. If you have a documented disability that may require accommodations, contact HTC Access Services at
AccessServices@hennepintech.edu or
https://hennepintech.edu/current-students/access-services/index.html.
Campus
Brooklyn Park Campus and Eden Prairie Campus: 952-995-1300
Credit Details