In this unit the teaching staff use popular operating systems such as UNIX, Windows, and Macintosh OS as examples to introduce the essential components of modern operating systems: process management, memory management, file management, device management, networking, protection and security, and command interpreter. The teaching staff will emphasize the characteristics of network operating systems. Students will also study UNIX shell programming (scripting) which is essential for UNIX system administration.
WEIGHT:
12.5%
ASSESSMENT: 2 in-semester assignments (30% total), one 3-hour final examination (70%)
TEACHING PATTERN: 3 lectures, 1 tutorial weekly
FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS Note: Class attendance may still be required
Web dependent -
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Some parts of this unit will be taught online
Resource supported teaching & learning -
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Additional resources are provided for your optional use; e.g. audio taped lectures
About Flexible Study Options
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Web dependent -
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