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Operating Systems & Data Com

Class Number: CISMICRO 10154153-2 - Operating Systems & Data Com
Offering Status: Open
Academic Level: Post_Secondary
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Course Description

10-154-153 Operating Systems & Data Com...core OS operation, configuration of desktop/network OS, manage software, system security/audit policy, data communications, network topologies, virtual desktop management and advanced scripting. (Prerequisites: 10-150-177, Windows Client Essentials; 10-154-150, Hardware 1)

Course Typically Offered

  • Fall
  • Spring

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What will I learn?

  1. Identify essential microcomputer operating system hardware components
  2. Secure various operating systems
  3. Examine the seven layers of the OSI model
  4. Compare different network topologies and protocols
  5. Write working scripts to accomplish tasks in an operating system
  6. Install a desktop operating system
  7. Configure a virtual operating system
  8. Install a server operating system
  9. Configure server applications on an operating system
  10. Install operating system updates, anti-virus software, and anti-spyware software
  11. Manage software on an operating system

Class Details

Class Number:
CISMICRO 10154153-2 - Operating Systems & Data Com
Date:
-
Delivery:
Other Distance Mode
Term:
2026 Fall Session 1

Class Notes

Class Format: 

  • Combination of online live and online instruction. 

  • Attend live virtual sessions at scheduled times. 

  • Access remaining instruction online anytime. 

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
8/18/2026 - 10/12/2026 Online Live Tuesday
5:30 PM - 9:20 PM
8/18/2026 - 10/12/2026 Online
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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