Higher National Certificate in Computing: E-Learning Materials

Table of Contents

1. Higher National Certificate in Computing: E-Learning Materials
2. DH2T 34: Computer Architecture 1
3. D75X 34: Information Technology: Applications Software 1
4. DH3E 35: Software Development: Structured Programming
5. DH35 34: Computing: Planning
6. DH33 34: Computer Operating Systems 1
7. DH21 34: Working within a Project Team
8. DH30 35: Software Development: Applications Development
9. DV6E 34: Database Design Fundamentals
10. DV6L 34: PC: First Line Support
11. F0N0 34: Professional Issues in Computing
12. DM2X 35: Computer Operating Systems 2
13. D75V 35: Computer Networks: Network Technology and Data Communications
14. DF9M 34: Client Operating System
15. DF9N 34: Network Server Operating System

DH33 34: Computer Operating Systems 1

This Unit is designed to enable candidates to gain an understanding of typical desktop computer operating systems. Candidates will learn how to use and install both operating system and applications software. Candidates will also gain experience of installing and configuring system-level software, (eg: device drivers) within the operating environments as well as applications software. It is intended for candidates on any computing or IT course who require knowledge and skills in operating system function and operation.

The Outcomes for this unit are as follows:

1. Describe the structure and function of an operating system.

2. Use a graphical environment to operate a computer.

3. Install and configure an operating environment.

4. Install and configure system and application software.

Follow the above links to access the E-Learning materials for the individual outcomes.

Credit value

1 HN Credit at SCQF level 7: (8 SCQF credit points at SCQF level 7*)

Recommended prior knowledge and skills

Access to this Unit will be at the discretion of the Centre. There are no specific recommendations but candidates would benefit from having experience of using application programs on a PC, or from having achieved relevant National Units or Courses in Computing or IT.