Course Snapshot for CNG 211 - Windows Configuration: (OS)
The information listed below is subject to change. Please review the course syllabus within your online course at the start of class.
Course Competencies
The competencies you will demonstrate in this course are as follows:
- Install Windows Client OS.
- Setup program to install Windows Client OS without user intervention by using answer files and Uniqueness Database File (UDFs).
- Configure hardware devices and drivers on a computer running Windows Client OS.
- Configure disk drives and perform common disk management tasks.
- Configure and manage file systems. VI. Troubleshoot the boot process and other system problems.
- Configure desktop settings and understand how user profiles and Group Policy affects desktop customization.
- Configure and manage TCP/IP for Microsoft Windows Client OS to operate in an active directory, access to remote computers, and Operating System for mobile computing.
- Monitor and interpret system and performance information on computers.
Module Outcomes Mapped to Competencies
The module outcomes that will permit you to demonstrate course competencies are:
Module 1
| |
Outcomes |
Competencies |
| 1 |
Prepare the system for Windows Installation. |
A |
| 2 |
Install Windows. |
A, B |
| 3 |
Configure Windows devices and device drivers. |
C |
Module 2
| |
Outcomes |
Competencies |
| 1 |
Configure system after installing Windows. |
A |
| 2 |
Implement Windows in an Enterprise environment. |
G |
| 3 |
Configure networking in a Windows Enterprise environment. |
H |
Module 3
| |
Outcomes |
Competencies |
| 1 |
Configure storage in a Windows 10 environment. |
D, E |
| 2 |
Configure data access and usage in a Windows 10 environment. |
D, E |
| 3 |
Implement Apps in a Windows 10 environment. |
G |
Module 4
| |
Outcomes |
Competencies |
| 1 |
Configure remote management in a Windows 10 environment. |
G, H |
| 2 |
Configure updates in a Windows 10 environment. |
G |
| 3 |
Monitor a Windows 10 environment. |
I |
Module 5
| |
Outcomes |
Competencies |
| 1 |
Configure system and data recovery in a Windows 10 environment. |
D, E, F |
| 2 |
Configure authorization and authentication in a Windows 10 environment. |
G, H |
| 3 |
Configure advanced management tools in a Windows 10 environment. |
G |
Course Time Commitment and Expectations
Course Activity Hours and Student Learning Hours
| Course Credit Hours |
Course Format (Duration) |
Pace Relative to a 15 Week Course |
Course Activity Hours |
Student Learning Hours Per Week |
| 3 |
15 Weeks |
- |
135 |
8.5 to 9.5 |
| 3 |
10 Weeks |
1.5x faster |
135 |
12.5 to 14.5 |
| 3 |
6 Weeks |
2.5x faster |
135 |
21 to 24 |
For every credit hour, students should plan to spend an average of 2-3 hours per week for course-related activities in a 15-week course. For example, a 3 credit hour course would average an average 6-9 hours per week to read/listen to the online content, participate in discussion forums, complete assignments, and study the course material. For 10 and 6-week courses, the amount of time per week will be higher so all course competencies, module outcomes, and assignments will be covered.
Aside from typical reading assignments, this course has the following (Please Note: This list is subject to change based on the discretion of the instructor facilitating this course.):
Summary of Grading
| Assignment |
Points |
% |
| Discussions (10 @ 40 points each) |
400 |
28% |
| Quizzes (5 @ 50 points each) |
250 |
18% |
| Assignments (15 @ 50 points each) |
750 |
54% |
| TOTAL |
1400 |
100% |
Grading Scale
| A = 90 to 100% |
B = 80 to 89% |
C = 70 to 79% |
D = 60 to 69% |
F = 59% and below |