CST 120: Command Line Fundamentals

In this course, students are introduced to the Windows command line used by system users and network administrators. Students will learn Windows internal and external commands by implementing them to satisfy various challenges or tasks. This will include the proper use of the command line, command syntax, parameters, and switches. Activities will also cover redirection, understanding error messages, file types, file/directory structures, and batch file creation. Students will also be introduced to the use of PowerShell and basic Linux commands as well as the differences between the two operating systems. The title of this course was previously Microsoft Command Line Fundamentals. This course contains material previously taught in CST 118. Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6

Level I Prereq: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6

Class offerings by semester

  Winter Summer Fall

Even Years
(2022, 2024, 2026)

 offered in the daytimeoffered at nighttime   offered in the daytimeoffered at nighttime

Odd Years
(2023, 2025, 2027)

 offered in the daytimeoffered at nighttime   offered in the daytimeoffered at nighttime

offered in the daytimeDay Class (before 5 p.m.) offered at nighttimeEvening Class (after 5 p.m.) offered online Online Class
Revised: 3/30/23

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Description Hours
Credits 3
Lecture Hours 45
Clinical Hours 0
Lab Hours 0
Other Hours 0
Total Hours 45

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