CIS101B – Computer Operating Systems
Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems – Networking Concentration
Course ID
CIS101B
Course Credits
4
About CIS101B – Computer Operating Systems
This course represents the 2nd half of a two-part course that focuses on a step-by-step approach for learning the fundamentals of supporting and troubleshooting computer hardware and software. This course is mapped to the CompTIA A+ 220-1002 Certification Exam objectives. The primary goal of this course is to prepare students for the CompTIA A+ 220-1002 Certification exam. Learn everything you need to know in this Computer Operating Systems course.
Topics Covered In Course
CIS101B Topics
- Professionalism, Safety, Operating Systems, Power, and PC optimization
- Maintaining and Optimizing Operating Systems
- Display Drivers, LAN, Wireless and the Internet
- Printer Drivers, Mobile Devices, Securing platforms, and Operational Procedures
- Final Assessment
Prerequisites
Computer Hardware Fundamentals is a prerequisite for Computer Operating Systems. Before taking either course, the student should be familiar with:
- Using a mouse and keyboard
- Installing and running programs
- Using basic productivity software including word processing applications
- Saving files created by common applications
- Browsing the internet
*Students who have successfully passed the current CompTIA A+ Essentials certification exam within the last 36 months may proceed directly to Computer Operating Systems.