Operating Systems (3 cr)

Evaluation scale

Pass/Fail

Content scheduling

The course will last for 7 weeks, which will be split into 2 weeks of Windows, 2 weeks of Linux and then lastly 3 weeks of macOS.

Objective

The object of the course
Even though more than 75% of worlds desktop computers and laptops run on Microsoft Windows operating system there are two big contenders which are used in professional working environments. Those are macOS by Apple and open source Linux variants from different groups and non-profits. Together they are called the big three.

Using computers on daily life to surf the web or watching internet videos is completely different than using computers, and their respective operating systems, efficiently. When you complete this course, you will know the basics of the three big different operating systems and how to work with them efficiently.

Course Competences
Systems and methods in ICT
Learning and information management competence

The learning objectives of the course
You are able to work with Linux, macOS and Windows efficiently and diversely. You are able use the basic tools unique to each to complete tasks, and you understand the terminology related to Linux, macOS and Windows. You understand the strengths and weaknesses and are able to choose which operating system fits on which use case.

Materials

All of the material for the course can be found online through the Moodle-workspace.

Teaching methods

The course will be conducted contact studying at Jamk's campuses.
In this course, the students will learn the basics usage of three different OS-families: Windows, Linux & macOS.

Each section has its own lectures, in which the basic theory and simple examples will be shown to the students.
In addition, there will be contact lessons, where the students will work on their assignments and receive tutoring from the teacher.
The assignments will be done using the operating systems either in live or virtualized environment.

Exam schedules

There will be a starting level exam at the start of the course, and those who pass the exam will automatically pass the course.

Completion alternatives

You have the right to apply for recognition of your studies if you have prior learning (e.g. university studies completed elsewhere) that can be accredited towards the degree you are currently completing.
The recognition of prior learning is possible in three primary ways: accreditation (replacement or inclusion), recognition of informal learning and studification. More precise info: JAMK Degree Regulations, section 17.


There will be a starting level exam at the start of the course, and those who pass the exam will automatically pass the course.

Student workload

1 credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of 3 credits is on average 81 hours.
The 81 hours will divide roughly in the following:
Starting level exam: 3h
Lectures: 15 h
Assignment contacts: 14 h
Self-study: 49 h

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

You are able to work with Linux, macOS and Windows efficiently and diversely. You are able use the basic tools unique to each to complete tasks, and you understand the terminology related to Linux, macOS and Windows. You understand the strengths and weaknesses and are able to choose which operating system fits on which use case.

Qualifications

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Further information

Avoin amk 20 (included in the total capacity)