CSP 11500 Principles of PC Operating Systems

This course introduces the student to general operating systems concepts, including how system-level software works with computer hardware. The course covers Operating System theory. The student will learn current hardware configurations and PC Operating Systems. Topics will also include MAC OS and UNIX and DOS operating systems. Students will learn the basic functions common to all file systems and basic procedures such as OS initial installation, upgrades and hardware driver installation. Students will learn details of a current upgrade of Microsoft Windows and its various configurations and will review their progress through the use of extensive hands-on exercises and projects.