CIS-158: A+ Operating Systems (2019-2020)

Catalog Info

Requirements are subject to change. The information represented here is effective starting Fall 2016 and applies to the current catalog year. If you were admitted prior to this year, please check your requirements under the My Progress section of HFC Self Service.
Title when registering
A+ Operating Systems
Credit Hours
4.00
Contact Hours Per Week
4 (for 15-week classes)
Course Description

Explores the software section of the CompTIA A+ certification exam in detail. Covers various operating systems from a PC repair technician perspective, and discusses how the operating system interacts with the PC’s hardware, the boot process, troubleshooting, and interaction with application software. Requires hands-on lab activities with various operating systems and application installations.

Pre-requisites
CIS-100

Credit for Prior College-Level Learning

Options for Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
Departmental Exam
Skilled Demonstration
Licensure/certifications
Skilled Demonstration Details

Skills-based assessment proficient score, assessment administered by the Computer Information Systems department faculty. Faculty will assess skills-based assessment based on evaluation rubric. Assessment information located in The School of Business, Entrepreneurship, & Professional Development office. Students must also complete a departmental exam and have proper licensure/certification.

Licensure/Certification
CompTia A+ Certification
Licensure/Certification Details

CompTia A+ Certification must be current. Department faculty will verify certification(s). Verified certifications, and the Credit for Prior College-Level Learning application will be signed, copied, and retained in the The School of Business, Entrepreneurship, & Professional Development office. Students must also complete a departmental exam and a skilled demonstration.