SCHOOL OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

NAME: NASINGAO, Ericka S.

SECTION: IDB1 DATE SUBMITTED: 12/15/23

OPSYST1 PORTFOLIO

Table of Contents
Page
Name of Activities Date of Activity Score
No.
First Grading

Quizzes

Quiz 1 – What is an OS? What is an interrupt and its

August 15, 2023 18/20 3
real-life example?

Quiz 2 – What is the most important OS Service? Does

August 17, 2023 18/20 3
interrupt improve processor utilization?

Quiz 3 – Unit Test September 5, 2023 80/80 4

Other Activities

Lab Activity 1 August 14, 2023 50/50 5

Group Activity – How does OS work the moment a

August 22, 2023 20/20 6
computer turns on?

Lab Seatwork 1 – Creating publisher file August 28, 2023 20/20 6

Lab Activity 2 – Using CLI commands to manage files

August 29, 2023 55/60 7
and folders in Microsoft Windows

Lab Work – Wildcards September 4, 2023 55/60 8

41/65
First Grading Exam September 18, 2023 9
57/65

Midterms

Quizzes

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 Quiz 1 – Non-Preemptive Priority October 3, 2023 5/10 10

Quiz 2 – NPP, PP, SJRF, RR October 12, 2023 26/40 11

Other Activities

Seatwork 1 – FCFS October 17, 2023 8/10 12

Seatwork 2 – FCFS, SSTF October 19, 2023 15/20 13

Assignment 1 October 19, 2023 18/20 13

Midterm Exam October 23, 2023

Finals

Quizzes

Quiz 1 – First Fit, Best Fit, Worst Fit November 11, 2023 29/45 14

Quiz 2 - FIFO November 11, 2023 20/20 15

Quiz 3 – Server Topics December 3, 2023 7/10 15

Other Activities

OPSYST1 Notebook November 28, 2023 50/50 16

Lab Activity 1 December 3, 2023 50/50 17

December 11 & 12,

Final Exam 65/80 18
2023

Course Reflection December 15, 2023 19

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FIRST GRADING
➢ Quiz 1: What is an OS? What is an interrupt and its real-life example?

➢ Quiz 2: What is the most important OS Service? Does interrupt improve processor utilization?

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➢ Quiz 3: Unit Test

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➢ Lab Activity 1

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 ➢ Group Activity: How does OS work the moment a computer turns on?

Lab Seatwork 1: Creating publisher file

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➢ Lab Activity 2: Using CLI commands to manage files and folders in Microsoft Windows

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➢ Lab Work: Wildcards

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➢ First Grading Exam

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Midterm Grading
➢ Quiz 1 – Non-Preemptive Priority

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➢ Quiz 2 – NPP, PP, SJRF, RR

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➢ Seatwork 1 – FCFS

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➢ Seatwork 2 – FCFS, SSTF

➢ Assignment 1

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Final Grading
➢ Quiz 1 – First Fit, Best Fit, Worst Fit

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➢ Quiz 2 – FIFO

➢ Quiz 3 – Server Topics

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➢ OPSYST1 Notebook

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➢ Lab Activity 1

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➢ Final Exam – Laboratory

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 Course Reflection
What were your initial expectations for the course? Did the course meet, exceed, or fall short of these
expectations?

My initial expectations were for my teacher to provide me with the opportunity to learn and understand the
concepts in this subject in a way that I could understand and give adequate feedback on my abilities in order
that I could apply this knowledge and achieve my goal. Honestly, this course was a bit challenging, and my
initial expectations were only half met.

What were the main topics or concepts covered in the course? How did these topics contribute to your
understanding of the subject matter?

The main topics covered in an operating system course typically include Introduction to Operating Systems,
System Structures, Process and Thread Management, CPU Scheduling, Memory Management, File System
Implementation, I/O System Management, Security and Protection, and Networking. These topics contribute to
my understanding of operating systems by providing knowledge of the fundamental concepts, structures, and
mechanisms used in modern operating systems. They also cover essential aspects such as process
management, memory management, file management, and security, which are crucial for understanding how
an operating system functions and how it interacts with the underlying hardware. Additionally, topics like CPU
scheduling and I/O system management contribute to a deeper comprehension of how the operating system
efficiently manages resources and handles various tasks. Overall, these topics form the foundation for
understanding the complexities of operating system design and implementation, making me well-equipped to
work with and develop operating systems in the future.

Reflecting on your learning process, what were the most effective strategies or techniques that helped you grasp
and retain the course material?

The most effective strategies or techniques that helped me grasp and retain the course material were to keep
reviewing past lessons and practicing some of the topics that were not really clear to me. I also ask for help
from my classmates if there are things that I do not really understand. Engaging in hands-on programming to
develop and understand various parts of an operating system also helped me learn the inner workings of an
OS. Using interactive platforms that offer hands-on learning, practice projects, and assessments helped me
reinforce and retain the material. By combining these strategies, I gained a comprehensive understanding of
operating system concepts and their practical applications.

Were there any particular assignments, projects, or activities that significantly enhanced your learning
experience? Why were they effective?

Yes, the group reporting significantly enhanced my learning experience. It helped me improve my self-
confidence, especially since I have stage fright. It was also fun because I got to collaborate with my
groupmates, which helped me understand the assigned topic easier.

Did you encounter any challenges or difficulties during the course? How did you overcome these obstacles, and
what did you learn from them?

There were some things that were difficult for me during the course. One example is that if there are topics that
are not clear to me, I don't have the chance to clarify them. To tell the truth, I wasn't getting any response from
my instructor if I asked something regarding some matters. Thankfully, I have my classmates who were there to
help me. I also depend on the internet and browsing lecture videos regarding some of our topics to better
understand them.

Did the course encourage critical thinking and analysis? How did it promote higher-order thinking skills, such as
problem-solving or decision-making?

Yes, the course on operating systems encouraged critical thinking and analysis. It promoted higher-order
thinking skills such as problem-solving and decision-making by providing me with real-world examples, practical
learning with virtual environments, hands-on programming, and interactive learning platforms. Furthermore,
critical thinking is essential in operating system design, where it helped me identify problems, generate
solutions, and make informed decisions. Overall, the Operating System course provided me with the necessary
skills to think critically and analyze complex problems, making me well-equipped to work with and develop

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 operating systems in the future.

Reflecting on your personal growth, what new knowledge, skills, or perspectives did you gain from this course?

There are a lot of knowledge, skills, and perspectives that I gained from this course. One is that the topics
under the subject of operating systems were well explained. My critical thinking skills were also improved.
Lastly, I can say that learning doesn't only depend on what the teacher teaches; it also depends on the way you
help yourself to understand or have knowledge of the course.

How do you plan to apply what you have learned in this course to your future studies, career, or personal life?

Find daily opportunities to apply what I've learned. Applying what I've learned at school to real-world problems
takes a lot of practice, so it's important for me to look for opportunities to apply what I’m learning in my everyday
life. I can use various methods to apply my learning, such as doing, teaching, explaining, collaborating, or
experimenting. I can also use feedback, evaluation, or self-assessment to reflect on my strengths, weaknesses,
challenges, and achievements.

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