CTS 115: Computer Software

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Class Program

Computer Technology Systems

Credits

Weekly Contact Hours

Course ID

092470

Meets Degree Requirements For

Restricted Elective

Description

Fundamentals of supporting and troubleshooting computer operating systems. Prepare to pass CompTIA's A+ OS certification exam. Covers a wide range of material about operating systems, from using the different Windows operating systems to demonstrating how the boot process works, as well as installing, supporting and troubleshooting the different Windows operating systems.

Grading Basis

Graded

Course Learning Outcomes

Compare Operating Systems.

Understand how an OS works with Hardware and Other Software.

Understand the Boot Process and Command Line.

Support Windows Operating Systems.

Install Windows.

Manage and Troubleshoot Windows.

Install and Use Windows.

Manage and Support Windows.

Manage Memory.

Support Hard Drives.

Connect Windows computers on a Network.

Have a basic understanding of Printers, the Mac OS, and Linux.

Core Topics

How an OS works with Hardware and Other Software
Understanding the Boot Process and Command Line
Supporting Windows
Understanding and Installing Windows
Managing and Troubleshooting Windows2
Installing and Using Windows
Managing and Supporting Windows
Managing Memory
Supporting Hard Drives
Windows on a Network