Online Operating Systems Management

CIS 194 - Operating Systems Management for Business

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.

Course prerequisites and requirements

To be successful in this course, we recommend English language fluency and computer literacy. We also encourage you to make sure your laptop or desktop computer meets the technical requirements.

This course utilizes Google’s Qwiklabs which is available to learners 18+

Required prerequisites for this course:

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

Quick facts

  • Credits: 3
  • Length: On-demand
  • Cost: $25 + $400

What you’ll learn

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

What to expect in class

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.

Exams and grading

40%

Google Module Completion

25%

Quizzes

25%

Module Case Study Activities

10%

Case Study

Transcript

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. An on-demand course will appear on your transcript in the session you complete the course.

This course satisfies 3 credit hours 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.

Faculty and course staff

Paul

Paul

McCarthy

Assistant Teaching Professor,

Department of Information Systems

Arizona State University

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Joey

Joey

Choi

Online Course Manager,

Learning Enterprise

Arizona State University

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Why take ASU Universal Learner Courses

  1. Credit you receive is from a regionally accredited university
  2. Your credit is highly transferable
  3. You only pay the $400 course cost if you pass

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