SAN JOAQUIN DELTA COLLEGE Instructor: Pat McClanahan

CS 032 Intro to Computer Operating Systems Spring 2022

This is the official Syllabus for this course, a copy is filed with the Dean's office. It is also posted on the
Canvas site for this course. Certain parts may change as the semester progresses. The professor will
notify students of any change as soon as the change is determined to be necessary.

Course This course is an introduction to the inner workings of an operating

Description systems. It covers how memory is allocated in main memory and
secondary memory, how programs are executed as processes and
threads, multitasking and multiprocessing, networking, distributed
systems, system performance, and security. Students will study
various examples of an operating system such as Microsoft Windows,
Apple iOS or the Google Android operating system. (UC, CSU)
Prerequisites CS-011 Fundamentals of Computer Science with a grade of "C" or better.
Goals Students will demonstrate understanding of the various tasks performed
by a computer operating system. Students will demonstrate
understanding of how the operating system functions by answering essay
questions, true/false questions and various lab exercises.

Textbook There is NO textbook. The content for this course is online, in Canvas.

Required 1. Access to Internet - can be at home, at school, or else where.

2. You can download the smartphone Canvas Student app by Instructure
Inc.

Contact Office Location: NOT in my office this semester  

Instructor Office hours Online: by appointment

Email pmcclanahan@deltacollege.edu Emails sent outside of Canvas MUST

include class name and day/time of this course in the SUBJECT line.
Time of mail receipt will be the time stamp in either the Canvas email, or
the Delta email system.

Grades Method of Assessment + Relative Weight

% range Grade
90% - 100% A 1. Discussions 10%
80% - 89% B 2. Labs 25%
70% - 79% C 3. Reviews 20%
60% - 69% D 4. Quiz 20%
< 60% F 5. Final 25%
100%
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CS 032 Intro to Computer Operating Systems Spring 2022

Canvas Canvas will be used to supplement the classroom teaching. To

access Canvas, follow these instructions:
1. Go to: sjdc.instructure.com
2. Login with your Delta email login and password
3. Select the appropriate course
You are now logged in to the class.

Important Dates January 31st: Last day to drop with a refund

February 6th: Last day to drop WITHOUT a W
March 21st: Last date to drop WITH a W

Recommendation 1. Read assigned material

for class 2. Keep up to date with assignments
4. Do the assignments and submit them on time; do NOT
procrastinate.
5. Ask questions; there are no stupid questions.
6. Please contact me if you have difficulties.

Attendance Attendance is Mandatory

An instructor may drop a student from class when absences
become excessive. Attendance is measured by logging into
Canvas once a week. 
Class Rules 1. Be Respectful; Respect yourself, Respect others in the class
and also Respect your instructor
2. Food and Drinks must NOT be consumed in the classroom.
Sealed bottles can be brought to class but must remained
sealed at all times.
3. Cell phones and electronic devices must be turned OFF and
must be remained out sight unless prior arrangement with
instructor
4. Inappropriate language, disruptive comments or behavior,
harassment and/or defacing of college property will not be
tolerated
5. Late arrivals, early departures or leaving and returning during
class are disruptive to the learning atmosphere in the classroom.
It does not show respect for your fellow students or your
instructor.
6. Failure to comply with above-mentioned rules will result in a
request to the Vice President of student services for your
removal from the class for non-cooperation.

DROPS You will be dropped from this course:

 Not taking the Syllabus quiz that is due by first Saturday of the
semester
 Excessive absentees and/or lateness to class.
 Not performing and submitting work required for this class.

EXTRA Credit There is none

SAN JOAQUIN DELTA COLLEGE Instructor: Pat McClanahan
CS 032 Intro to Computer Operating Systems Spring 2022

Submission of
Assignments Assignments are due on the date indicated in Canvas. Emails
regarding personal emergencies or problems MUST be received
within 12 hours of the date and time the assignment is due. Time of
email receipt will be the time stamp in either the Canvas email, or
the Delta email system.

Computers for If you are in need of a computer, oa hotspot, or other technology

Student Use equipment please contact the Mustang Tech Squad

Late Assignments As stated above: You lose 5% per day

Asking Questions If you are having problems in the class, please email me or talk to me
after class.

Cheating Policy Collaboration on how to solve assignments is encouraged.

However, if assignments are found to be so similar, it will be
considered cheating and all parties will be penalized. Plagiarism
and cheating are serious violations of school policy and will not be
tolerated. Cheating on an exam or assignment will be duly
penalized.

Sync mobile It is very important that you get all announcement and emails from
device to school’s this class in your mobile device.
email
If you follow instructions shown on the website below, you will be
able to receive all announcements and emails from this class in
your mobile device.
http://www.deltacollege.edu/email_sync.html

Your Safety The college Police Department is dedicated to providing a safe and
secure environment for all persons entering the grounds of this
campus. CAMPUS POLICE will provide an ESCORT to your
vehicle or classroom. Just dial 209 954-5000 or ext. 5000 from a
campus phone, or lift receiver of a Campus Blue Light phone to
speak to dispatcher.

Disability Services If you have a documented disability and need accommodations for
this class, please see me as soon as possible or contact the
Disability Support Programs and Services (DSPS) for assistance.
DSPS is located in the DeRicco Building, 2nd Floor. The phone
number is (209) 954-5151 x6272.
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CS 032 Intro to Computer Operating Systems Spring 2022

Expectation of To be successful in this course, you are expected to:

students
 Read the entire Syllabus.
 Consistently check Announcements, your school email
account, and the Canvas Inbox.
 Review the Calendar for due dates.
 Participate in Discussions (post weekly and respond to
your classmates).
 Turn in your own work that's been thoughtfully completed.
Proofread for errors in spelling and grammar.
 Communicate with your instructor of any problems or
confusion well in advance of the due date.
 Complete all discussions, assignments, online quizzes
and/or exams on time.
What to Expect from As your instructor, I will
Your Instructor
 Communicate to you via your school email address,
announcements, and Canvas Inbox.
 Respond to your email or phone message within 24-48
hours.
 Monitor all discussions and provide feedback to the entire
class where needed at least weekly.
 Provide individual feedback on
assignments/papers/projects within one week of the due
date.
 Work with you so you will have a successful learning
experience in this course!
 Provide all course material in an accessible format.
Specific Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able
to:
1. Describe the components of Computer System
2. Discuss a general operating systems overview
3. Describe process and control functions of an OS
4. Describe the operation of threads
5. Discuss the concept of concurrency and deadlock
6. Describe memory management in an OS
7. Describe memory management
8. Describe how virtual memory operates
9. Discuss scheduling in an OS
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10. Compare/contrast multiprocessor, multicore scheduling

11. Discuss I/O management
12. Describe file management