CSCI 2201: Computer Science
Syllabus, Spring Semester 2018
Instructor: Dr. Susan G. Glenn
Phone
Number: (678) 359-5840
Email
address: sglenn@gordonstate.edu
Office
Location: IC 241
Office
Hours:
Monday: 3:00
– 3:30 pm.
Tuesday: 1:00
– 2:00 pm. and 3:15 – 4:15 pm.
Wednesday: 3:00
– 3:30 pm.
Thursday: 1:00
– 2:00 pm. and 3:15 – 4:15 pm.
Friday: 3:00
– 4:00 pm.
Online office hours:
Monday, 6:00 – 8:00 pm.
A detailed introduction to the concepts of programming logic and
algorithms using the C++ programming language. Topics include simple data types, arithmetic
and logic operators, selection structures, repetition structures, text files
and arrays.
Prerequisite
CSCI
1301
Technical Requirements
-
The Microsoft Visual C++ Express Edition 2008 or 2010 or the ability to come to
campus to write computer programs
using our computer lab. You might also want to check into a web site
called sourcelair.
Some students have found that
C++ program and compiler
to be useful.
- A
computer with the Microsoft Office Powerpoint program
installed, speakers, and a broadband internet connection.
Class Meetings
Monday,
Wednesday, Friday: 2:00 – 3:00 pm.
Final
exam on: Wednesday, May 9th 2018, 12:30 – 2:30
pm.
These objectives are directed toward the
following general education expected outcomes of the college:
1.
Analytical and Critical-Thinking Skills: Students should be able to reason and the
think analytically in solving problems and making decisions.
2. Mathematical Skills: Students should be able to understand and apply fundamental mathematical concepts in solving problems.
3.
Communication Skills:
Students should be able to read and listen with understanding and to
communicate clearly and effectively in writing and speaking.
4.
Information Technology Skills:
Students should be able to appropriately use computer software in
solving various problems and accomplishing various tasks.
1.
Computer History and Fundamentals of Problem Solving
2.
Basic structure and syntax of the C++ Programming Language
3.
Classes and a deeper understanding of the Object-Oriented Paradigm
Evaluation:
The above objectives will be demonstrated by homework assignments, computer
programs, and tests. In addition to
being evaluated by the instructor, students will have the opportunity at the
end of the semester to evaluate the course and the instructor.
Programming
assignments 40%
Three
one-hour tests 20%
Final
exam 40%
Programming
assignments
must be your own work. There will be one
or more projects for certain chapters during the semester. Most of these
assignments will be computer programs.
Programs which are turned in late are subject to a penalty at the
discretion of the instructor.
Letter
grades for the course are based on a standard 100-point grading scale, with
90-100 = A, 80-89 = B, 70-79 = C, 60-69 = D, below 60 = F.
All
assignments should include the student's name, course, and date. Computer
programs, (source code and output), must be printed and handed in to the
instructor.
Tests
There
will be three tests during the course of the semester. These tests will be taken within the D2L
system and will be made available to students on a particular day. Students will be limited to a maximum of 2
hours to complete each test. All tests
are required and none can be dropped.
Final Exam - There will be a comprehensive final examination at our
scheduled as stated above. This final examination accounts for 40% of your
course grade. All students MUST come to campus to take the final exam.
This
course already involves a substantial workload, and it is the instructor's
philosophy that students need to focus on the work already assigned rather than
taking on additional work. Therefore,
there will be no extra credit assignments offered.
Computer
Lab Facilities
For your assignments, you may use the
Note that the labs exist only to provide
access to the college's computer facilities for all students. The labs do NOT provide tutorial assistance
with your coursework. The lab staff is responsible for keeping the computer
hardware and software functioning properly and monitoring lab usage, not for
helping you with your assignments. Although the lab assistants will try to
answer your questions about using the computer system, they are not familiar
with your assignments, and many of them do not know the materials we are
working with. If you are having trouble with an assignment, you need to call or
visit me for help.
If you have your own computer at home or
work, with appropriate software available, you may certainly use that computer
for your assignments.
Academic Integrity Policy
Cheating and/or plagiarism in this class
is not tolerated. Students are expected to adhere to
the Academic Dishonesty Policy in the Gordon College Academic Catalog. Examples of academic dishonesty involving
computers include, but are not limited to:
a.
submitting the programs, documentation, or program results of another person as
your own;
b.
obtaining or attempting to obtain unauthorized access to information stored in
electronic form;
c.
submitting false results of a program's output for a class assignment or
falsifying the results of program execution
for
the purpose of improving a grade.
Students are permitted to discuss
assignments with one another and assist one another with minor problems as they
work on assignments. However, each student is to develop their individual
problem analysis and algorithm, and write and test their own program. This
allows you to consult with and assist one another as you work on assignments,
though your final product is to be your own work. In working on your
assignments, you should be extremely careful about giving another student a
copy (preliminary or final) of your work or showing another student your work,
as this leaves both of you open to a charge of plagiarism.
.
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College is committed to providing an environment free of all forms of
discrimination and sexual harassment, including sexual assault, domestic
violence, dating violence and stalking. If you (or someone you know) has
experienced or experiences any of these incidents, know that you are not alone.
All faculty members at Gordon State College are mandated reporters. Any
student reporting any type of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating
violence, domestic violence or stalking must be made aware that any report made
to a faculty member under the provisions of Title IX will be reported to the
Title IX Coordinator or a Title IX Deputy Coordinator. If you wish to
speak with someone confidentially, you must contact the Counseling and
Accessibility Services office, Room 212, Student Life Center. The
licensed counselors in the Counseling Office are able to provide confidential
support.
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College does not discriminate against any student on the basis of pregnancy,
parenting or related conditions. Students seeking accommodations on the
basis of pregnancy, parenting or related conditions should contact Counseling
and Accessibility Services regarding the process of documenting pregnancy
related issues and being approved for accommodations, including pregnancy
related absences as defined under Title IX.
ADA and
504
If you have a
documented disability as described by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504, you may be eligible to receive
accommodations to assist in programmatic and/or physical accessibility.
The Counseling and Accessibility Services office located in the Student Center,
Room 212 can assist you in formulating a reasonable accommodation plan and in
providing support in developing appropriate accommodations to ensure equal
access to all GSC programs and facilities. Course requirements will not
be waived, but accommodations may assist you in meeting the requirements.
For documentation requirements and for additional information, contact
Counseling and Accessibility Services at 678-359-5585.
Tentative Course
Schedule – CSCI 2201, Spring 2018
Please notice that all weeks begin on Wednesdays
Chapter 2, Lesson 1
Chapter
2, Assignment 1
1/15th MLK
Holiday
2 1/17 2 Basic Elements of C++
Chapter 2, Lesson 2
Chapter
2, Lesson 3
Chapter
2, Lesson 4
3 1/24 3 Input/Output
Chapter 3, Lesson 1
Chapter
3, Assignment 1
Chapter
3, Lesson 2
4 1/31 3 Input/Output
Chapter 3, Lesson 3
Chapter
3, Lesson 4
5 2/7 3 Input/Output
Chapter 3, Lesson 5
Test 1 on Chapters 2 & 3
6 2/14 4 Control
Structures I (Selection)
Chapter 4, Lesson 1
Chapter
4, Assignment 1
Chapter 4, Lesson 2
7 2/28 4 Control Structures
I (Selection)
Chapter 4, Lesson 3
3/5 Midterm, Last day to
withdraw with a grade of ‘W’
8 3/7 4 Control Structures
I (Selection)
Chapter 4, Lesson 4
9 3/14 4 Control Structures I (Selection)
Chapter 4, Lesson 5
3/19 – 23 Spring Break for Faculty and
Students
10 3/28 5 Control
Structures II (Selection)
Chapter 5, Lesson 1
Chapter
5, Assignment 1
Chapter
5, Lesson 2
11 4/4 5 Control Structures II(Selection)
Chapter 5, Lesson 3
Test 2 on Chapters 4 & 5
12 4/11 6 User-Defined Functions I
Chapter 6, Lesson 1
Chapter
6, Assignment 1
Chapter
6, Lesson 2
13 4/18 7 User-Defined
Functions II
Chapter 7, Lesson 1
Chapter
7, Assignment 1
Chapter
7, Lesson 2
14 4/25 9 Arrays and Strings
Chapter 9, Lesson 1
Chapter
9, Assignment 1
Chapter
9, Lesson 2
15 5/2 9 Arrays and Strings
Chapter
9, Lesson 2, continued …
Test 3 on Chapters 6, 7, & 9
Final Examination: Wednesday,
May 9th, 2018, from 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm, in IC 1st Floor
Lab. It will be cumulative.