Mathematics/Computer Science
CSC 2260-01: Operating Systems and Networking
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Instructor: Dr. Chuck Lillie |
Semester: Fall 2008 |
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Class Location: Science 1256 |
Time: MWF 9:00 – 9:50 |
Description:
The student is introduced to
the fundamentals of operating systems together with the basics of networking
and communications.
Credit, 3 semester
hours.
PREREQ: CSC 1750 and CSC 1760.
Course Content:
This course is an overview
of operating systems and how they relate to network operations. The course will cover the history of
operating systems, disk operating systems, common operating systems such as Windows
NT, Windows 2000, Windows XP, Linus, and Macintosh,
operating systems security, Networks, and main frame operating systems.
Goals:
v
Understand the origins
of operating systems and their importance to digital computers.
v
Understand how
operating systems and networks are related.
v
Describe
different operating systems and how they provide an interface to a digital
computer.
v
List the
important features of each operating system studied in class.
v
Identify the
differences and similarities between operating systems and networks.
v
Identify
security issues associated with operating systems and networks.
Objectives:
By the end of the semester
the student will be able to:
v
Recognize and
describe different modern operating systems.
v
Evaluate
operating systems for specific tasks.
v
Describe the
differences and similarities between operating systems and networks.
v
Evaluate security
aspects of operating systems and networks.
Course Materials:
Textbook:
Survey of Operating Systems 2nd Addition, Charles Holcombe
and Jane Holcombe, McGraw-Hill, 2006
Supplemental
Material
posted on Web site CSC2260-F08handouts.htm
Assignments and Project:
Office Hours:
Office:
Email: lilliec@uncp.edu
Phone: 910-521-6415
Office Hours: MWF
8:15 to 8:45 AM
MW
2:30 to 3:30 PM
F 2:30 to 4:00 PM
Or
by appointment
Open
door indicates unscheduled office hours
Course Links:
Exams and Homework:
There
are three interim exams and a comprehensive final exam. There are no
homework assignments in this class.
Grading Policy:
You
are responsible for all material covered in class even if you are absent. The
final grade will be a weighted average of the scores in the three exams and the
final exam. No homework in this class, but each student is responsible
for the information in the textbook as well material covered in class
lectures. Attendance will be taken each
class period. One and one-half (1.5) points will be deducted from your final class
average for each unexcused class period that you miss.
Grade Components:
Name Weight
Exam
1 20%
Exam 2 20%
Exam 3 20%
Final Exam 40%
Final
Grades:
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93 – 100 = A |
88 – 89 = B+ |
78 – 79 = C+ |
68 – 69 = D+ |
Below 60 = F |
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90 – 92 = A- |
83 – 87 = B |
73 – 77 = C |
63 – 67 = D |
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80 – 82 = B- |
70 – 72 = C- |
60 – 62 = D- |
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Attendance Policy:
Attendance
will be checked. You are expected to attend and participate in all
classes. Excused absences must be documented and presented to me as soon
as possible before or after the absence.
If you must miss a class, you should find out from me or from a
classmate what material we covered and then study that material yourself. One
and one-half (1.5) points will be deducted from your final class average
for each unexcused class period that you miss.
Student Conduct & Honor Code
The
UNCP Academic Honor Code will be strictly observed in this class.
UNCP
Academic Honor Code: http://www.uncp.edu/sa/pol_pub/honor_code.htm
Dates:
Last
day to drop the class with W: Monday, October 20, 2008
Final
Exam: Wednesday, December 10, 2008, 8:00 to 10:30
Students with
Disabilities:
Any student with a documented disability needing
academic adjustments is requested to speak directly to Disability Support
Services and the instructor, as early in the semester (preferably within the
first week) as possible. All discussions will remain confidential.
Please contact Disability Support Services, DF Lowry building, 910-521-6695.
This
syllabus is available in alternative formats upon request. Please contact
Disability Support Services, DF Lowry building, 910-521-6695.
Updated August 4, 2008 | lilliec@uncp.edu
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