Course Prefix

Course Number

Course Name

Credit

Lecture

Lab

CIS 

117

INTRODUCTION TO THE MS-DOS OPERATING SYSTEM

2

2

0

Prerequisite:

See recommendation in Course (Catalog) Description

Course (Catalog) Description:

Course provides theoretical and hands-on instruction using the DOS operating system environment. Content includes operating systems concepts and the DOS commands to manage files; optimize performance of the computer system; troubleshoot system, software, and hardware problems; configure legacy devices; support programs running under the DOS platform; develop and maintain compatibility with other network operating system platforms; boot a computer when the operating system not functioning; and install, configure, and troubleshoot network problems. Recommended : CIS 101 or CIS 103 or comparable computer experience.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Academic Integrity:

Students and employees at Oakton Community College are required to demonstrate academic integrity and follow Oakton's Code of Academic Conduct. This code prohibits:

· cheating

· plagiarism (turning in work not written by you, or lacking proper citation)

· falsification and fabrication (lying or distorting the truth)

· helping others to cheat

· unauthorized changes on official documents

· pretending to be someone else or having someone else pretend to be you

· making or accepting bribes, special favors, or threats

· any other behavior that violates academic integrity

There are serious consequences to violations of the academic integrity policy. Oakton's policies and procedures provide students a fair hearing if a complaint is made against you. If you are found to have violated the policy, the minimum penalty is failure on the assignment and, a disciplinary record will be established and kept on file in the office of the Vice President for Student Affairs for a period of 3 years.

Details of the Code of Conduct can be found in the Student Handbook.

Outline of Topics:

1. Introduction
   1. Definition/examples of hardware and software
   2. What is an operating system
   3. Loading the operating system
2. File Specifications
   1. Filenames and extensions
   2. Global filename characters
   3. Device names
3. Operating System Commands 1. Command syntax
   2. Internal commands
   3. External commands
       a.  Application utilities
       b.  System utilities
   4. Switches
   5. Filters
4. Directories
   1. Directory types
   2. Directory commands
   3. Paths
5. ASCII Files
   1. Using the edit facility
   2. Creating text files
   3. Creating simple batch files (exclude looping )
   4. Executing simple batch files (e.g. change print size, simple menu)
6. Configuring your system
   1. Configuration commands
   2. Modifying the AUTOEXEC.BAT file
   3. Modifying the CONFIG.SYS file
7. OS Messages
   1. Device error messages
   2. Responding to messages
8. Preparing a fixed disk
9. Loading and upgrading an operating system
10. Backup of files
11. Introduction to Extended Memory, Expanded Memory, and Disk-caching program.

Methods of Instruction:

Lecture, class discussion, class exercises, and laboratory exercises.  This course will be taught entirely in the computer lab.

Course Practices Required:

Attend and participate in class activities.  Complete required assignments and tests.

Instructional Materials:

Appropriate text and materials.

TEXTBOOK: Comprehensive Windows 2000 MS-DOS Command Line ; Author: Phillips;                       Published by Course Technology

Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:

At least 4 projects/assignments and at least one exam

Other Course Information:

If you have a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability you may be entitled to reasonable academic accommodations or services.  To request accommodations or services, contact the ASSIST office in Instructional Support Services.  All students are expected to fulfill essential course requirements.  The College will not waive any essential skill or requirement of a course or degree program. 

Receiving improper assistance is dishonest.  Since the evaluation of student work (assignments, quizzes, and tests) eventually results in a grade recorded on an official transcript, it is expected that students will do their own work unless specified otherwise in class.  Any work which reflects the unacknowledged efforts of another person is an attempt at fraud and will be dealt with as such