CSC 150 Operating Systems

Fundamentals: UNIX
Master Syllabus

CATALOG DESCRIPTION: In this course, students are introduced to standard operating

system features (file, device, process managers, editors, mail systems, command language, and
utilities) using the UNIX operating system.
PREREQUISITE(S): CSC - 103 Intro to Computing
COREQUISITE(S): None
CREDITS: 3 HOURS: 2 lecture 2 lab
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CORE COMPETENCIES: The following core competencies are embedded in this

curriculum: The following core competencies are embedded in this curriculum: Apply
appropriate mathematical and statistical concepts and operations to interpret data to solve
problems; Use scientific method of inquiry, through the acquisition of scientific knowledge; Use
computer systems or other appropriate forms of technology to achieve educational and personal
goals; Understand ethical issues and situations; Address an information need by locating,
evaluation, and effectively using information.

LEARNING ASSESSMENT
Student Learning Outcomes: Suggested Means of Assessment:
Evaluate and explain the general and specific Lab assignments/projects/exams
setup and management of UNIX files
Detail how the UNIX operating system affects Lab assignments/projects/exams
the world wide web
Identify and compare the different versions of Lab assignments/projects/exams
the UNIX Operating System
Identify several of the UNIX utilities and detail Lab assignments/projects/exams
their specific function.
Identify and compare the common types of Lab assignments/projects/exams
networks found in today’s computer systems
GRADING SYSTEM: C+ = 77 < 80
A = 90 < 100 C = 70 < 77
B+ = 87 < 90 D = 60< 70
B = 80 < 87 F = Below 60

DISABILITY SERVICES STATEMENT: Warren County Community College is committed

to providing all students equal access to learning opportunities. Student Services is the campus
office that works with students who have disabilities to provide and/or arrange reasonable
accommodations. Students who have, or think they may have, a disability (e.g. mental health,
learning, vision, hearing, physical or systemic), are invited to contact Student Services to arrange
a confidential discussion at (908) 835-2300 or by email at [email protected] as soon
as possible. Students registered for Disability Services with Student Services, who have
requested accommodations for the current semester will be provided with an electronic letter
detailing individual accommodations and are encouraged to contact the instructor early in the
semester to discuss accommodations outlined in their letter.
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT CENTER: The Instructional Support Center (ISC), located in
Room 105 across from the library, provides academic support at no cost to WCCC students and
is available for courses in which they are currently enrolled. The ISC is staffed with trained
professional and peer tutors who are ready to help you understand and succeed. For scheduling

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or further information, visit the ISC in person, online at http://www.warren.edu/tutoring/ or by

telephone at (908)835-2354.
STATEMENT AND POLICY ON CHEATING, PLAGIARISM AND ACADEMIC
DISHONESTY: Students are required to perform all the work specified by the instructor and
are responsible for the content and integrity of all academic work submitted. A violation of
academic integrity will occur if a student: (1) knowingly represents work of others as one’s own,
(2) uses or obtains unauthorized assistance in any academic work, (3) gives fraudulent assistance
to another student, or (4) furnishes false information or other misuse of college documents.
In cases of suspected violation of academic integrity, the incident is to be reported to the Office
of Academics. A student found guilty of violating the rule of academic integrity by the Vice
President of Academics will be considered to have failed in personal obligation to the College;
such failure will be subject to disciplinary action by the College. Unless otherwise notified, the
instructor will allow students who are pending disciplinary action to attend class.
REQUIRED FORMAT FOR RESEARCH PAPERS: Research papers written for any
Warren County Community College class must conform to the required documentation style.
Papers written for humanities (and some social science) classes will follow the most recent
edition of the Modern Language Association (MLA) in-text citation and bibliographic methods.
Social science and science papers will require the use of the most recent edition of the American
Psychological Association (APA) in-text citation and bibliographic methods.
Please consult with your instructor regarding the correct documentation style to use in his/her
class.
ATTENDANCE POLICY: Students are expected to attend all class sessions of courses in which
they are enrolled and are responsible for all material presented in class and all homework
assignments.
Grades are based on the quality of work completed in meeting the requirements for a particular
course, as stated in the course syllabus and catalog description.
Excessive absence may be considered sufficient cause for dismissal from class by an instructor or
other appropriate college staff member. Any decision to exclude a student from class or the
College due to excessive absence shall be subject to review by the President in accordance with
established procedures. Students who have not attended class are not entitled to a refund of tuition.

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WCCC HAYTAIAN & MAIER LIBRARY

Text: 908-652-4445 Email: [email protected]
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Please see the library’s website above for current semester hours.
The WCCC Library offers a wide range of services to students specific to the information literacy
goals of the College which includes suggesting research strategies, facilitating the use of both
digital and print resources, as well as assisting students with citations to avoid plagiarism.
The library also serves as the College’s computer space, with computers for students to use when
the library is open. Students also have free, unlimited printing from the College’s computers, as
well as space to study.
The library is where students can get their college student ID cards. All students are required to
get a student ID card and carry it while on campus for security purposes. To get a student ID card,
you must bring another form of ID to the library. You may also be asked to bring a printed copy
of your current class schedule. You can get a student ID card any time that the library is open.
These cards do not expire and can be used for your duration at WCCC.
Additionally, the library participates in a national inter-library loan program which is available
free to all students and faculty. You can submit ILL requests by emailing the librarian or by
stopping by the library’s circulation desk.
TOPICAL OUTLINE

1. UNIX System Overview

A. General UNIX topics: shell, utilities, security, kernel.
B. UNIX popularity and acceptance and its future
C. Popular versions of the UNIX operating system
D. Additional UNIX system features
2. UNIX Basic Operations
A. Accessing the UNIX System
B. Basic text editing using the VI editor
C. UNIX system commands
3. UNIX Utilities
A. Popular UNIX utilities such as talk, mail, and finger
B. Useful UNIX utilities such as man, date, and grep
4. UNIX File Structure
A. Hierarchical filing systems
B. Directories
C. Access permissions
5. UNIX Shell

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A. Command line syntax

B. Standard input and output
C. I/O redirection and piping
D. Multitasking
6. Networking
A. Common types of networks
B. Communication over a network
C. Network utilities and services
D. Networking on the world wide web
7. UNIX: VI Editor
A. Basic VI editor operations
B. Command mode and input mode
C. Miscellaneous basic and advanced editor commands
D. File manipulation and access
8. UNIX C Shell
A. History and similarities/differences with the other shells
B. Basic command syntax and operation
C. C Shell variable manipulation
D. C Shell control structures
E. Built-in commands
9. UNIX Programming Tools
A. C Programming and the make utility
B. Source code management using SCCS files

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