Metropolitan Community College
Course Syllabus – 2006-2007/Spring
COURSE IDENTIFICATION
Title:
-Introduction to Computer Programming
Prefix/Section:
-INFO 1003 (CPT 105) 5A
Credit Hours:
-5.0
Begins/Ends/No-Class Days: -13 March 2007/22 May 2007/na
Meeting Day/Time:
-T/5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Last Day to Withdraw
-7 May 2007
Delivery Type:
Classroom
Class Location:
-FOC 8 202
Lab Location:
-FOC 8 202 or Academic Resource Center
Course Web Address:
(if applicable)
CONTACT INFORMATION
Instructor Name:
- Alan R. Reinarz
METRO OFFICES
HOURS*
LOCATION
PHONE
FAX
M:
SOC MAH 300
738-4089
(voice-mail)
738-4553
SRP A144
537-3800
537-3834
FOC 8 203
457-2624
457-2946
EVC 125
289-1450
289-1222
11:00a-12:00noon
T, Th: 12:00noon-1:00p
T:………..3:30p-4:30p
Th:
4:00p-5:00p
W:
4:00p-5:00p
*Stated office hours may need to be changed due to special circumstances or events. If the student wishes to meet with the instructor at a
time other than scheduled office hours, the student should make an appointment with the instructor.
Home phone:
Email Address:
Faculty Web Site:
Academic Program Area:
Dean’s Office Telephone:
- (402) 556-3071
- areinarz@mccneb.edu
- http://ctva.mccneb.edu/areinarz
- Information Technology & E-Learning
- 457-2660 (Tom Pensabene)
COURSE INFORMATION
Course Description:
This course provides the beginning programmer with a firm foundation in concepts used in structured and object-oriented
computer programming. The course emphasizes the use of mathematical problem solving and logic needed to understand a
problem. The student uses printer spacing charts, flowcharts, pseudo code, and algorithms to document logic as a solution to a
programming problem. The student uses current programming software to implement the logic as a computer program.
Course Prerequisites: High School/Intermediate Algebra (MATH 1310 (MAT 122)); INFO 1001 (MCT 103)
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
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Demonstrate a basic understanding of the computer programming process.
Demonstrate skill using various design tools and documentation methods to design and code a computer program.
Describe key concepts, the structure, and routine tasks of procedural programs.
Understand how modularization is used in designing a computer program.
Apply various decision structures in a computer program.
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Apply various looping structures in a computer program.
Design and implement a program using a control break.
Define and manipulate single-dimensional and multiple dimensional arrays.
Create a menu and validate user input.
Understand how to process files in a computer program.
Define basic concepts used in object-oriented programming.
Required & Supplemental Materials:
Textbook:
Edition:
Materials:
Programming Logic and Design
4th
Author: Joyce Farrell
Publisher:
Two 3.5 disks or a USB memory stick
Course Technology
Supplemental Reading: Schaum’s Outline of Theory and Problems of Essential Computer Mathematics, Author:
Seymour Lipschutz, Publisher: McGraw-Hill (ISBN 0-07-037990-4) (on reserve in library)
Course Structure:
a. Major activities that will occur during class time
In each lecture during this course, the instructor will cover material the student needs to learn and accomplish. In addition,
written handouts will be provided from time to time. These will be used to supplement the text material and expand the
course.
Instruction will consist mainly of lecture material presented by the instructor. In some classes, group discussion and
demonstration will be utilized. In all meetings, discussion opportunities will be provided and the student is encouraged to
ask questions and clarify information as the instructor is lecturing and/or presenting material.
COURSE ASSESSMENT
1. Types of Assessment/Assignments
a. Identify how students will be assessed (Quizzes/Exams/Papers/Projects/etc)
Assignments and tests will be used to assess your understanding of the material.
The majority of programming assignments (labs) require the student to take a basic set of program requirements and, based
on knowledge gained from reading and class, develop a program using the typical program development process. Work will
be evaluated on the adequacy of program planning; correctness of coding generated; usage of comments to describe and
clarify program logic, data element usage, and input/output requirements; adequacy of program testing procedures; and
adequacy of program documentation. Of course, the program should also run correctly. Full points are awarded for the inclusion of the specified item(s), with points being deducted for notable problems. Typical point assignments for these various aspects of programming, based on a 25 point total, are as follows:
1 input layout(s)
1 printer/output layout(s)
2 standard coding style & related issues
1 hierarchy diagram, UML, etc.
2 correct procedural logic/method
2 flowchart(s), pseudo-code, or IPO(s)
2 correct compile
10 correct run
Usage of comments in program:
--------1 general description of the program
25 total
1 misc. input/output requirements
1 purpose & use of each variable (variable table)
1 program logic (for each function/module)
Both exams will be at least partially performance type tests. Write flowcharts, solve problems, write code; programs, algorithms.
b. Identify other assignments (Required reading, homework, and etc)
The student will have specific assignments to read and master. These assignments are indicated in the course schedule
and/or outlined by the instructor. The student should have read the material prior to class meeting date.
Students are responsible for completing all assignments outside of the classroom. While you may choose to do this
work someplace other than the College, Metro provides computer labs for students who do not have the required
resources or facilities available to them.
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On very rare occasion, the instructor has been unable to find any record of work that a student claims to have submitted.
There may be several reasons this has occurred, including loss or theft of the work before it gets to the instructor, or oversight on the part of the student or instructor. The student should understand that grades are based upon achievement of
learning objectives and successful completion of assignments. If work is missing, for whatever reason, it becomes impossible for the instructor to evaluate it and assign a grade. It is highly recommended that students keep backup copies of all
work submitted toward the unlikely event that it might need to be resubmitted.
c. State make-up and late assignment policies
Students MUST be present on the day of an announced test. If the instructor is informed BEFORE THE TEST concerning a
valid absence, other arrangements MAY be made. There will be no retakes of tests. Test dates are not firm and are therefore
subject to change.
Assignments tuned in late may lose 10% per class day for up to a week and may then receive a grade of 0. No assignments
will be accepted after the test has been given. Also, see “Attendance” above.
d. Attach schedule of assessments/assignments (See below.)
2. Grading Policy
a. State grading policy for the course
Letter grades will be determined using a standard 10% spread, where the percent is determined by adding up the total number of points achieved for assignments and tests and dividing by the total number of points possible.
3. Maintenance of Student Records
a. State how/when you will give student feedback on their progress
b. State if papers/projects/tests/etc. will be returned and when
Test will be returned after grading for review in class and then recollected and retained for record keeping purposes. All
other work is graded and returned as soon as possible, usually by the following week. All grades are kept by the instructor
in a grade book and on computer, which students may see at any time by asking the instructor.
c. Grade books (grade spreadsheets) should be kept by the instructor for a minimum of
one (1) year.
d. Student tests, papers, projects, etc., that were graded by faculty for determining the final
grade and were not returned to the student, should be kept for one (1) year.
STUDENT EXPECTATIONS
Required Expectations
1. Attendance Policy
The course will be covered partially by assigned portions of the text and may be presented in a sequence different from the
text. Material will also be covered that is not in the text. Attendance is necessary to understand the course material. Each
student is expected to recognize the importance of class attendance and promptness. CHRONIC TARDINESS AND ABSENCES MAY RESULT IN A REDUCTION IN THE FINAL GRADE BY 10%.
Excessive absences or unsatisfactory progress will subject the student to administrative withdrawal from the course. If a
student should miss a class for any reason, he/she is expected to cover the material he/she missed on his/her own. All work
must be made up to the satisfaction of the instructor.
2. Expected Classroom Behavior
Suggested Expectations
a) Class Participation (Yes)
b) Disruptive Classroom Behavior (No)
c) Portable Electronic Devices Usage (No)
d) Internet Use During Class (No, unless instructor directs)
Notice: This syllabus is written as an expectation of class topics, learning activities, and expected
learning outcomes. However, the instructor reserves the right to make changes in this schedule that
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may result in enhanced or more effective learning for students. These modifications will not substantially change the intent or objectives of this course and will be done within the policies and guidelines
of Metropolitan Community College.
LEARNING SUPPORT
Metro's Learning, Math, and Writing Centers can help you achieve educational success. The staff in
these centers provide drop-in assistance with basic math, reading, writing and computer skills. We offer a friendly, supportive learning environment. Self-paced computer-assisted instructional support in
reading, vocabulary, typing, English as a Second Language, and online course orientation is also available.
Detailed information about these services are in the Student Handbook, College Catalog, and online.
Links to these resources are located at http://www.mccneb.edu/learningcenter/.
COLLEGE POLICIES
College policies, such as student rights and responsibilities, academic standards, plagiarism, and etc.
are outlined in the College Catalog and Student Handbook. This information can be accessed via the
online catalog at http://www.mccneb.edu/academics/catalog.asp.
STUDENT WITHDRAWAL: If you cannot attend and complete this course, you should officially
withdraw by calling Central Registration, 457-5231. Failure to officially withdraw will result in either
an instructor withdraw (IW) or failing (F) grade. The last date to withdraw is identified on the second
page of this syllabus handout.
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT: The college has a standard code of conduct that involves consequences for specific academic and non-academic behavior that may result in a failing grade, probation,
or suspension from the college. More complete information about the code of conduct is located in the
Student Services portion of the online catalog
(http://www.mccneb.edu/catalog/studentinformation.asp).
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you have a disability that may
substantially limit your ability to participate in this class, please contact a Vocational Special Needs
Counselor, located in the Student Services Office on each campus. Metropolitan Community College
will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with documented qualifying disabilities. However, it is the student’s responsibility to request accommodations. For further information, please contact
the Student Services Office at your campus.
[Other pertinent college policies are posted on the CDS website www.mccneb.edu/cds; it is suggested, but not required, that they be attached to your syllabus.]
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ADDITIONAL COLLEGE POLICIES
1. ACADEMIC HONESTY STATEMENT
Students are reminded that materials they may use as sources for this course may be subject to
copyright protection. Additional information about copyright is provided on the library
webpage at http://www.mccneb.edu/library, by your instructor, or by the College's Copyright
Officer.
In response to incidents of student dishonesty (cheating, plagiarism, etc.), the College imposes
specific actions that may include receiving a failing grade on a test, failure in the course, suspension from the College, or dismissal from the College. The disciplinary procedures are available in the Counseling/Advising Centers and at
http://www.mccneb.edu/procedures/V-4_Student_Conduct_and_Discipline.htm.
Instructor Policy:
Please note: ANY sharing or transfer of assigned work or test contents or answers between a student and any other person or party; in part or in whole; whether by disk
exchange, E-mail, manual transcription, co-development of an assignment, or any other means; unless authorized by the instructor in advance in accordance with the
guidelines in the following paragraph; will be considered academic misconduct and be
sanctioned with disciplinary action in accordance with the above paragraph. Both
originating and receiving parties will be liable to such sanction.
Sharing of class notes and handouts is authorized. Obtaining assistance from others (including tutors or lab techs) for specific programming issues or debugging is authorized. However, no further collaboration is authorized for any standard assignment. Students wishing
to collaborate further must contact the instructor for special assignments. Such special assignments must clearly identify in advance which portions are the responsibility of each individual student wishing to collaborate. The learning objectives, level of difficulty, and typical work involved for each portion must be comparable to that for a single student working
alone on the corresponding standard assignment. Each portion will be graded individually.
Each portion must clearly represent the competency of the individual responsible for it, and
only that individual. The instructor reserves the right to refuse any request for special assignments.
Indications of unauthorized collaboration and/or intent to defraud include, but are not restricted to, assignments, submitted by students (not necessarily from the same section) individually under each of their respective names; but which are essentially identical; are essentially identical except for mechanical changes such as differing variable or module names;
are essentially identical except for differing comments; or exhibit essentially identical idiosyncratic features such as errors in syntax, style, logic, output formatting, or spelling. The
same criteria apply to submissions, by one or more students, where those submissions bear
indications of copying from any other unauthorized source. Authorized sources are the student textbook for the class, lecture notes, class handouts, and compiler/interpreter documentation and help materials.
In summary, since the instructor must report an individual grade for each student, the work
you submit must be your work and only your work.
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2. USE OF STUDENT WORK
The ownership of student works submitted in fulfillment of classroom requirements shall remain with the student(s): By enrolling in classes offered by Metropolitan Community College,
the student gives the College license to mark on, modify, and retain the work as may be required by the process of instruction, as described in the course syllabus. The institution shall
not have the right to use the work in any other manner without the written consent of the student(s).
Instructor Policy:
Nothing in this section shall be construed as superseding the College and program area policies
and procedures described and referenced in the Academic Honesty Statement. (CT)
3. ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT LEARNING PROGRAM
Metropolitan Community College is committed to continuous improvement of teaching and
learning. You may be asked to help us to accomplish this objective. For example, you may be
asked to respond to surveys or questionnaires. In other cases, tests or assignments you are required to do for this course may be shared with faculty and used for assessment purposes. This
will be done in accordance with FERPA guidelines.
4. TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES
By using the information technology systems at MCC(including the computer systems and
phones) you acknowledge and consent to the conditions of use as set forth in the Metropolitan
Community College Procedures Memorandum on Acceptable Use of Information Technology
and Resources. It is your responsibility as a student to be familiar with these procedures. The
full text of the Procedures Memorandum may be found at the following website:
http://www.mccneb.edu/procedures/x-15_Technology_Resources_Use.htm
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REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
1. SCHEDULE OF ASSIGNMENTS
TOPIC
Week/
DATES
1
3/13/06
2
3/20
3
3/27
4
4/3
5
4/10
6
4/17
7
4/24
8
5/1
9
5/8
10
5/15
11
5/22
ASSIGNMENTS
CHAPTERS
Review Syllabus
Overview of Computers and Logic
Demonstrate SFC or Visio Software
Information Representation
Understanding Structure
Modules, Hierarchy Charts, & Documentation
Demonstrate Visual C++ Software
Writing a Complete Program
Making Decisions
Looping
Control Breaks
Arrays
Advanced Array Manipulation
Midterm Exam
Test Data
20
Document Program
(Create Flowchart &
Pseudocode, Printer
Spacing)
20
4
5
Appendix C
(Schaum, Ch. 4)
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7
8
(Schaum, Ch. 9)
9
1-9
Document Program
Write C++ Program
20
Document Program
Write C++ Program
Document Program
Write C++ Program
20
10
11
Document Program
Write C++ Program
20
12
13
14
VB Example
20
Draw UML Chart
20
Database Assignment
20
1
Appendix B
(Schaum, Chs.
1-3)
2
Appendix A
(Schaum, Ch. 5)
3
Using Menus and Validating Input
Sequential File Merging, Matching, &
Updating
Advanced Modularization Techniques
Object-Oriented Programming
Event-Driven Programming with
Graphical User Interfaces
System Modeling with UML
Using Relational Databases
15
16
Final Exam
10-16
0
20
20
150
150
500
2. IMPORTANT DATES Note: You may want to include a link Metro’s Academic Calendar
at http://www.mccneb.edu/academics/calendar.asp?Theme=2 )
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