ONLINE OPERATING SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT

CIS 194 - Operating Systems Management for Business
Course Start Date
Start the first of every month
Credits
3
Learning Format
Fully Online
Duration
Self-Paced
Course fee
$375

Overview

This course is the third in a series that will prepare learners for a Google IT Certificate. Learn more about the certificate here.

This course will focus on the practical aspects of the operating system. You will learn how to use the windows and linux OS and how to interact with these operating systems through the command line, which inputs text commands instead of relying on a graphical user interface or GUI. You’ll also learn how file systems work and you’ll be able to assign different user permissions and roles; you’ll be able to understand how to use package managers and consider the trade-offs between different package managers for windows and linux; you’ll also learn about process management so you understand the nuances of running programs that could save you valuable time when troubleshooting in the workplace. Finally, we’ll take a deeper dive into remote connection tools and teach you about OS deployment and how to install on a lot of machines at once

Required prerequisites for this course:

  • CIS 194 Business Technology Fundamentals
  • CIS 194 Computer Networking in Organizations

 

What you'll learn

  • Navigate the Windows and Linux file systems using a graphical user interface and command line interpreter
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  • Set up users, groups, and permissions for account access
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  • Install, configure, and remove software on the Windows and Linux operating systems
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  • Configure disk partitions and filesystems
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  • Understand how system processes work and how to manage them
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  • Work with system logs and remote connection tools
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  • Utilize operating system knowledge to troubleshoot common issues in an IT Support Specialist role
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Exams and grading

40%

Google Module Completion

25%

Quizzes

25%

Module Case Study Activities

10%

Case Study

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In this course — through a combination of video lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on practice — learners will grasp the main components of an operating system and how to perform critical tasks like managing software and users and configuring hardware.

This course appears on your transcript identically to how it appears on the transcript of an enrolled ASU student who has taken the course on one of ASU’s campuses. Course attendance dates will be listed on your transcript. A self paced course will appear on your transcript in the session you complete the course.

This course satisfies 3 credit hours toward the Mathematics (MA) General Studies requirement at Arizona State University. It is strongly encouraged that you consult with your institution of choice to determine how these credits will be applied to their degree requirements prior to transferring your credit.

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