e LEARNING COURSE
CISC 128- Comparative Operating Systems
E-learning gives you an opportunity to take a college level class, without being on campus regularly. It requires a student that is motivated and self-disciplined. It is an interesting and fun way to take a class, but don’t be fooled. Expect to work even harder than if you had taken a face-2-face section. This course will be taught through Canvas- so you must have Internet access to participate in this course.
Your computer must capable of running several operating systems using virtual machines- so it must be fairly new and robust (check here for info http://www.virtualbox.org/wiki/End-user_documentation - contact the instructor for instructions if you are not sure about your machine.
If you do not have a computer at home, you may work at the college in F154/157 during posted open lab hours (normally 3:00-6:00 Pm Mon-Thurs). Personal computer problems are not an acceptable excuse for late work.
Although this course does not have a pre-requisite requirement, it is strongly recommended that you are comfortable using your computer for basic tasks, and can send and receive email, download, zip and unzip files, and install programs.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The course introduces the student to the functional components of the operating system software, which manages the physical resources of the computer system. Microprocessor based operating systems are emphasized.
CONTENT
This course is geared toward computer majors. This semester, the course will cover various versions of Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux. You will be expected to keep up with the assignments and to participate in online discussions. The text for this course is a self-directed tutorial, and we will supplement it with other materials. Labs will be completed using virtual machine software.
College syllabus- http://www.bucks.edu/academics/courses/syllabus/index.php?lookup=CISC128
TEXTBOOKS AND SUPPLIES -
ISBN-978-1-111-30636-6
Guide to Operating Systmes, 4th Edition, Walters and Palmer 2012
Access to a computer capable of running various OS’s in a virtual machine. (Should have a minimum of 2 Gb of RAM)
ATTENDANCE & EXPECTATIONS
This is a hands-on class, with much of the material being accumulative. You will need to spend at least as much time on this class as you would if you were taking it in a classroom (if not more). That means 8-12 hours a week completing readings, assignments, and labs. It is imperative that you keep on track with the schedule.
There will not be an on campus orientation meeting for this class. You will only be required to come to campus to take the Final Exam, which must be proctored in the Testing Center. All communication will be online. I will, however, be available to meet with you in person or by telephone if you feel the need.
The class will be taught using a web-based service called Canvas. You must complete the Start Here learning module within the course space. This is one of the first courses at Bucks using Canvas, so we are going to be learning it together. Canvas is not really difficult to use, but if you need some personal guidance, to make an appointment for one-on-one help, contact the TLC or Office of Online Learning (see below).
IMPORTANT- You will not have access to this course until 1:00 AM the first day of class. Please let me know ASAP, via email, if you are unable to log in.
EVALUATION
Students will be evaluated on exams (including a departmental final exam), labs, assignments, and class participation. (YES, there are still ways to participate, even in a distance learning course!) Assignments will not be accepted more than one week late. It is important that assignments be handed in on time and complete. Extensions and make-ups will only be given under extreme circumstances.
Personal computer problems are not an acceptable excuse for late work.
You will submit your work electronically, via Canvas, so plan accordingly. If you know that you will be away when an assignment is due, work ahead and submit it early- rather than late. You'll feel better on vacation if it's not hanging over your head anyway! Assignments will not be accepted by email.
Personal computer problems are not an acceptable excuse for late work.
POLICIES
Please review the college academic calendar for important dates.
Students are urged to retain all graded work returned to them until final grades have been received from the college. You can print the My Grades page for your records.
Also, students should consult the Academic Policy in the College Catalog concerning important rules governing students in their academic work. Plagiarism and other forms of academic cheating are unacceptable and are considered as MAJOR infractions of the Student Code of Conduct and College Policy and will be dealt with as published in the College Catalog.
It is imperative that you attend class regularly. That means logging in to this class at least twice a week. If you are absent more than three weeks total, you will receive an F for the course (except under exceptional circumstances). You are responsible for all missed work. Make-up exams may be given at the discretion of the instructor- make sure you contact me BEFORE you miss an exam.
If there is a need to withdraw from this course, do so officially from the Admissions Office.
If you have a disability and wish to discuss academic accommodations, I encourage you to see me as soon as possible.
Help and Support
There are several ways to access help for Canvas and other technologies used at BCCC:
You may contact the instructor via email using the Canvas tool, or by sending regular email to geoghand@bucks.edu or in F122A during posted office hours.
And once more:
Personal computer problems are not an acceptable excuse for late work.
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