Metropolitan Community College
Course Syllabus – 2007-08/Winter
COURSE IDENTIFICATION
Title:
- C++ Programming I
Prefix/Section:
- INFO 1522/7A (formerly CPT 123)
Credit Hours:
- 4.5
Begins|Ends|No-Class Days:
- 3 Dec 07|25 Feb 08|24 Dec 07 thru 1 Jan 08 & 21 Jan 08
Meeting Day|Time:
- MW|12:00pm-1:55pm
Last Day to Withdraw
- 9 Feb 2008
Delivery Type:
Classroom
Class Location:
- SOC MAH 145
Lab Location:
- Academic Resource Centers (SOC CON 217)
Course Web Address:
See Faculty Web Site
CONTACT INFORMATION
Instructor Name:
- Alan R. Reinarz
METRO OFFICES
HOURS*
M, W:
Th:
T:
F:
2:30p-3:30p
1:30p-3:30p
4:00p-5:00p
3:30p-4:30p
LOCATION
PHONE
FAX
SOC MAH 201F
738-4089
(voice-mail)
738-4535
FOC 8 203
457-2624
457-2946
*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:
- (402) 556-3071
Email Address:
- areinarz@mccneb.edu
Faculty Web Site:
- http://ctva.mccneb.edu/areinarz
Academic Program Area: - Information Technology
Dean’s Office Telephone: - 457-2660 (Tom Pensabene)
COURSE INFORMATION
Course Description:
This course introduces the C++ programming language. Problem solving using structured
design is emphasized. Various features of the C++ language such as conditions, logical
expressions, selection control structures, looping, functions and variable scope are covered.
Students use modular programming techniques to solve a variety of problems.
Course Prerequisites: INFO 1003 – Introduction to Computer Programming (formerly CPT 105)
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Provide an overview of computer programming and problem solving.
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Understand C++ syntax and semantics, and the program development process.
Understand and use arithmetic expressions, function calls, and output in a C++ program.
Understand program input and the software design process.
Understand and utilize conditions, logical expressions, and selection control structures.
Understand and utilize looping in a computer program.
Understand and use the following additional C++ control structure: Switch, Do-While, For.
Understand and use functions in a C++ program.
Understand the concepts of scope and lifetime in a C++ program.
Understand the purpose of the break and continue statements.
Understand the concept of recursion.
Understand and utilize single and multidimensional arrays in a C++ program.
Demonstrate simple sort and search techniques.
Describe the difference between call-by-value and call-by-reference.
Utilize string manipulation functions from the string handling library.
Understand the binary, octal, hexadecimal and decimal number systems and their relationship
to computers.
Required & Supplemental Materials:
Title:
C++ Programming: Program Design Including Data Structures
Edition:
3rd (2007)
Author:
D.S. Malik
Publisher: Course Technology
ISBN:
ISBN: 978-1-4188-3640-5
Materials: “Removable” storage media for submittal to instructor, as needed
Students enrolled in this course may obtain a licensed copy of Microsoft Visual C++ and
Microsoft Visio at no charge, for use on their own computer. Visual C++ is a component of
Visual Studio (VS). MCC is currently using VS .NET 2005. See the following link for details
on using MSDNAA: http://sharepoint.mccneb.edu/msdnaa. This software is yours to keep.
You may also use any other ANSI/ISO-compliant C++ compiler.
Course Structure:
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)
Student progress is measured against the course objectives listed earlier by means of
in-class participation, C++ computer programs, as well as periodic written and hands-
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on skills testing. Assignments will be C++ programs, for the student to work on either
at home or in one of the computer labs. Programs are vital to achieving the course
objectives. Students will write C++ programs based on material learned over the
chapters in the textbook. Please retain copies of your submitted work. Typical
program submittals must include:
 design/format/layout documentation for all program input and output,
 a hierarchy diagram and/or UML (where appropriate),
 flowcharts (or pseudo-code or IPO charts),
 printed source code as successfully compiled and executed,
 printed output from a successful test execution,
 listings of all test input and output files, and,
 on a 3.5” floppy diskette or other submittable storage medium:
o source files for all printed documentation,
o the program source code as successfully compiled and executed, and
o all data files needed for testing program execution.
Programming assignments will be evaluated on:
 the adequacy of program planning;
 correctness of coding generated;
 usage of comments to describe and clarify program logic, variable 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. A typical point assignment for these various aspects
of programming for a 40 point program is as follows:
Planning & external
documentation:
1 input layout(s)
1 output layout(s)
1 hierarchy diagram/UML
4 flowcharts/pseudocode/
IPOs
Comments in source code:
2 general description of program
2 input/output requirements
2 purpose & use of each variable
(variable table)
2 program logic (for each
function/module)
Coding & implementation:
3 standard coding style & related issues
3 correct procedural logic/method
3 correct compile
16 correct run
--------40 total
The written exams may be a combination of fill-in the blanks, multiple choice,
true/false, and essay questions. The exams will test material presented in the reading
and other assignments, and during class meetings.
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 the class meeting date.
c. State make-up and late assignment policies
LATE ASSIGNMENTS:
Assignments turned in late MAY lose 10% per week. Late assignments MAY not
be accepted after two weeks overdue. Please contact instructor regarding the
circumstances of any late work.
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MAKE-UP TEST PROCEDURES:
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.
d. Attach schedule of assessments/assignments (See below.)
2. Grading Policy
a. State grading policy for the course
Grading Scale
Course Requirements
Letter Grade Percent Range
Activity
Frequency
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Written Homework
90–100
B
Programs
80-89
10
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Exams
70-79
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D
Final
Exam
60-69
1
F
Final Project
0-59
Weight of Grade
50%
25%
25%
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
The programming assignments and exams will be returned in class one week after
they are turned in to the instructor. Grades will be reflected on the returned items.
Students may obtain their current cumulative grade from the instructor before or after
class. The exams will be reviewed in class but retained by 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
Attendance is necessary to understand the course material. Therefore, it is important to be
in class when the assignments are given out. Excessive absences or unsatisfactory
progress will subject the student to administrative withdrawal (IW) from the course. If a
student should miss a class for any reason, he/she is expected to cover the material
missed on his/her own. All work must be made up to the satisfaction of the instructor.
2. Expected Classroom Behavior
Suggested Expectations
1. Class Participation (Yes!)
2. Disruptive Classroom Behavior (Not!)
3. Portable Electronic Devices Usage (Not!)
4. Internet Use During Class
Students are NOT permitted to browse the Internet, read email, or otherwise use the
computer during lecture time -unless the instructor directs you to access the computer.
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Using the computer during lecture is distracting to both the instructor and students who
are actively listening. Ignoring this policy will result in lowering your attendance and
participation grade.
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 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 Academic Resource, 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 first 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.
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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 or at
http://www.mccneb.edu/procedures/V-4_Student_Conduct_and_Discipline.pdf .
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
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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.
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 [instructor policy: including the retention
and transmittal of the work for anti-plagiarism purposes], 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).
Please note: Nothing in the preceding paragraph overrides the restrictions on
sharing or distribution of solutions to assignments and tests discussed above under
the Academic Honesty Statement.
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/x15_Technology_Resources_Use.htm
Departmental Policy:
USE OF COLLEGE COMPUTERS
When you use computers in College computer labs, learning centers, libraries and many
classrooms, you will need to login using your student username and password. Your username is
the same as your WebAdvisor username and your initial password is your student ID with
leading zeros to make it seven digits. If you need assistance, please contact staff at any of the
computer labs, learning centers and libraries; your instructor may also be able to help.
It is recommended that students save their files to removable media often as they work. The
College reserves the right to take steps necessary to maintain the confidentiality of student
identity information through the use of automatic logouts and screensavers.
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REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
1. SCHEDULE OF ASSIGNMENTS
Week
-112/3/2007 &
12/5
SUBJECT AND HOMEWORK
HANDOUT
 Overview of Class
 Review Syllabus
 Overview of Computers &
Programming Languages
 Overview of numbering
systems
Basic Elements of C++
-212/10 & 12/12
Input & Output
-312/17 & 12/19
Control Structures (Selection)
-41/2/2008 & 1/7
Control Structures (Repetition)
-51/9 & 1/14
-61/16 & 1/23
Mid-term exam
-71/28 & 1/30
-82/4 & 2/6
-92/11 & 2/13
- 10 2/18 & 2/20
- 11 2/25
READING
ASSIGNMENT
Chapter 1
ASSIGNMENTS
DUE
Number Systems
Handout
Chapter 2
P1
Chapter 3
P2
Chapter 4
P3
Chapter 5
P4
P5
User-Defined Functions
Chapter 6
P6
User-Defined Functions
(Continued)
User-Defined Simple Data Types,
Namespaces, and string Type
Arrays and Strings
Pointers
Chapter 7
P7
Chapter 8
P8
Chapter 9
Pointers Handout
P9
P10
Final Exam
The schedule of assignments is subject to change by the instructor. In the event the College
closes classes for any reason, the dates of the scheduled activities will be followed as outlined
above.
2. IMPORTANT DATES Note: Metro’s Academic Calendar is at
http://www.mccneb.edu/academics/calendar.asp?Theme=2 )
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STUDENT SERVICES IMPORTANT DATES
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