Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Department of Mathematics & Computer Science
COURSE
SYLLABUS
Course Number: CSCI 130
Course Title: Principles of Programming I
Semester:
Fall, 2010
Credit Hours: 3
Professor:
Patricia Hillman
Office: DH 200, 732-2760
hillman@edinboro.edu
http://users.edinboro.edu/hillman
Office Hours:
MW 3:00 – 4:30 pm TR 10:30-11:30
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Catalog Description
This course introduces computer programming using a structured language. It
integrates techniques of algorithm design and development, procedural and data
abstraction, good program style, testing, and debugging. Topics will also include data
types, control structures, subprograms, documentation and coding techniques, and
elementary data structures.
Expanded Description
This course is designed to be a beginner’s course in programming using the C++
programming language. The course will begin with an introduction to the computer,
including both hardware and software, and an introduction to the program development
cycle. Students will become familiar with the program creation by using the gnu C++
programming environment. Problem-solving techniques and algorithm development will
be covered extensively.
Students will then be taught to write programs that incorporate various data types
and operators. They will be introduced to the syntactic requirements of a basic program
and how to address problems that arise when syntax is not used appropriately. Harder
problems incorporating control structures such as selection statements and loops will then
be introduced.
Finally, students will be taught to develop programs by breaking the problem into
tasks and programming the tasks by incorporating functions into their programs. Also,
students will be exposed to the process of debugging and testing. Throughout the
semester, emphasis will be placed on the use of proper documentation.
Intended Audience
Students who are interested in learning to program.
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Textbook & Materials
 Programming and Problem Solving with C++, 5th Edition
by Nell Dale and Chip Weems
 Two-Pocket Folders for Submitting Your Projects
Course Requirements
Grades will be based on:
Attendance
Miscellaneous Exercises and Quizzes
Programming Assignments
2 Exams and a Final Exam
10% of your grade
20% of your grade
30% of your grade
40% of your grade
Grading Scale:
90 – 100
88 – 89
80 – 87
78 – 79
70 – 77
68 – 69
60 – 67
0 – 59
A
B+
B
C+
C
D+
D
F
Course Objectives
On successful completion of CSCI 130, the student should be able to:
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Identify the phases of the program development cycle
Design a program employing the program development cycle
Design and implement a program incorporating various data types and the
corresponding operators
Design and implement a program incorporating various control structures
Design and implement a program that incorporates functions
Demonstrate understanding of how to test and debug a program
Demonstrate understanding of proper program documentation
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Tentative Outline
Week
1
Topic
Beginnings – Introduction to computers, software, problem-solving,
algorithms, using an editor
Chapter 1, Supplements
2&3
The C++ programming language – syntax and semantics
Writing, compiling and executing your first program
Chapter 2
3&4
Numbers, strings, numeric expressions, formatted output
Testing and debugging
Chapter 3
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Exam #1 (October 6th)
5&6
Providing input for programs
Problem decomposition
Chapter 4
6&7
Conditional and logical expressions
Making a decision
Chapter 5
8&9
Repetition
Chapter 6
9 & 10
Other control structures
Chapter 7
10
Exam #2 (November 10th)
11 & 12
Functions
Chapter 8
13 & 14
More on functions, parameters & scope
Chapter 9
15
User-defined data types
Structs and Unions
Chapter 10
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General Expectations:
1.
Attendance is imperative. Poor class attendance may result in a lower final grade.
Attendance for the examination is mandatory. The examinations are scheduled to be
given on:
Wednesday October 6, 2010
Wednesday November 10, 2010
The final exam will be given on Friday December 17, 2010 from 12:30-2:30 pm. There
will be NO exceptions to this date and time.
2.
All assignments will be given a due date. Students are expected to turn the
assignments in by the due date. Assignments will be collected at 4:30 on the due date.
Late assignments will not be graded!!! There will be no exceptions to this policy. An
assignment will be considered LATE if you arrive to class late on the day the
assignment is due. Assignments should be submitted in a two-pocket folder with
exercises clearly labeled.
3.
All projects are expected to be done by the individual, unless otherwise directed.
Cheating will not be tolerated and may result in all parties receiving a grade of zero.
4.
Homework assignments and lab projects will not only be graded on correctness, but
also on their professional appearance. All homework is to be done using a word processor
unless otherwise noted. This includes any chapter assignments.
5.
A note about classroom behavior!!! It is expected that you attend each class and
pay attention. Please do not interrupt the class by arriving late, leaving early or excusing
yourself during class time. Other disruptive behavior such as sleeping in class, talking with
your classmates, clicking of pens, and gathering your books/papers/backpacks before class is
dismissed will not be tolerated. Make sure ALL CELL PHONES, BEEPERS, and
WATCHES are turned off during class time. We will be meeting occasionally in the
lab and while there, I expect your complete attention during lectures. You should not
be using the computer for any reason during lectures unless I have instructed you to
do so. I will give only ONE VERBAL WARNING, after which I will begin deducting 10
points from exams for each infraction.
6.
It is my hope that we will engage in discussions about many issues involving
computers. Please respect the right of others to have opinions that may differ from yours.
Policy of Non-Discrimination and Affirmative Action: Edinboro University welcomes students, faculty, and
staff from all racial, religious, national, and socio-economic backgrounds. Edinboro University is
committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations. The University has
pledged not to discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, religion, national origin, disability,
organization affiliation, sexual orientation, and marital status. The policy extends to all educational,
service, and employment programs of the University.
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