Operating Systems

Unit code: JQU0013 | Study level: Non-award
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Prerequisites
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Co-requisites
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Overview
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Overview

This unit introduces students to modern computer operating systems, their architectures, components, functions and roles. Students will develop practical skills in administering, securing, and maintaining Windows and Linux operating systems using CLI, GUI, and basic scripting. This unit also covers process, memory, device, and file management, as well as the configuration and deployment of network services in a network operating system environment.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Describe the basic Operating System (OS) architectures, functions and roles of operating systems;
  2. Explain the functions of key operating system components for managing processes, devices, files and memory;
  3. Administer and secure a Windows Operating System, including CLI commands;
  4. Administer and secure a Linux Operating System using CLI commands, and;
  5. Develop and deploy network services on a Network Operating System.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Laboratory Work
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Grade: 30%
Progressive Lab Tasks
Assessment type: Case Study
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Grade: 30%
Assignment - develop and deploy OS services.
Assessment type: Test
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Grade: 40%
Theory Test.

Case Study: This is a practical performance-based assessment that must be completed within a given time frame.
Test: Conducted in-class under invigilated conditions.

Required reading

A comprehensive set of Unit Notes in electronic format will be available through VU Collaborate. In addition, access to the required chapters of the prescribed text via the library eReserve.

As part of a course

This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.

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