SYLLABUS HANDOUT
for
CPT 212 8A
ASSEMBLER LANGUAGE II
Alan R. Reinarz
2001-2002/Spring
Th 6:00p–9:35p • SOC 145
METHODS OF CONTACTING INSTRUCTOR:
HOME PHONE NUMBER: 556-3071
METRO OFFICE
HOURS
LOCATION
PHONE
FAX
M/W/Sa:
1:00p-2:00p
SOC 300
738-4089
738-4553
T/Th: 4:00p-5:00p
SOC 300
738-4089
738-4553
M: 4:00pB5:00p
EVC 156
289-1364
289-1405
Date class begins: 3/7/02
IMPORTANT DATES:
Date class ends: 5/16/02
Last date to drop class: 4/26/02
WELCOME TO METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE!
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IMPORTANT DATES:
DATE CLASS BEGINS:
DATE CLASS ENDS:
LAST DATE TO DROP CLASS:
3/7/2002
5/16/2002
4/26/2002
SECTION I: THE CLASS AND THE INSTRUCTOR
COURSE SECTION AND TITLE:
CPT 212 8A – Assembler Language II
INSTRUCTOR’S NAME:
Alan R. Reinarz
LOCATION OF CLASS:
SOC 145
LOCATION OF LABS:
SOC 1271
METHODS OF CONTACTING INSTRUCTOR: e-mail: areinarz@metropo.mccneb.edu
web site (under construction): http://cot.mccneb.edu/areinarz
(home phone):
(402) 556-3071
METRO OFFICES
HOURS*
LOCATION
PHONE
FAX
M/W/Sa: 1:00p-2:00p
SOC 300
738-4089
738-4553
T/Th: 4:00p-5:00p
SOC 300
738-4089
738-4553
M: 4:00p-5:00p
EVC 156
289-1364
289-1405
*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.
SECTION II: THE COURSE
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course presents advanced programming and logic using IBM Mainframe Assembler Language.
Topics covered include binary arithmetic, table processing, subprograms, and macros.
COURSE PREREQUISITES: CPT 211 – Assembler I
COURSE OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Demonstrate the use of binary arithmetic.
2. Code instructions that perform logical operations and manipulate bit data.
3. Perform data validation routines.
4. Define, load, search and sort tables.
5. Code a program and subprogram that pass parameters.
6. Debug an assembler program using a storage dump.
7. Define and invoke macros in assembler programs.
REQUIRED/SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS:
Textbook:
MVS Assembler Language
Edition:
1987
Author:
Kevin McQuillen & Anne Prince
Publisher:
Murach
Students may wish to purchase the current Reference Summary from IBM. This reference is not currently
available from the Metro bookstores. It may be obtained from IBM on-line at
1Students will find computer resources for this class at Computer and Office Technology (COT) Computer Labs on the South
Omaha and Elkhorn-Valley campuses only.
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http://www.elink.ibmlink.ibm.com/public/applications/publications/cgibin/pbi.cgi and search on
“z/Architecture” or publication no. SA22-7871-00. An early version of the Reference Summary is available as a class handout. A Reference Summary may be used during closed-book exams.
Another useful IBM manual is Principles of Operation, which contains the most complete description of
the IBM mainframe hardware and every individual machine language instruction. Latest versions may be
found at the above URL, again searching under “z/Architecture” or publication no. SA22-7832-00. Some
editions are available for a free download.
SECTION III, PART A: INSTRUCTOR RESPONSIBILITIES
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION:
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.
This course requires students to work an average of 1.5 hours per week in hands-on, lab activity. Students are
responsible for completing all lab work outside of the classroom. Metro provides the necessary software in this
classroom and in the “Computer and Office Technology” computer lab on the South Omaha and Elkhorn-Valley
campuses only. A downloadable MS-DOS version of the software used in this class has been located on the
Web, but its functionality has not been fully determined (http://www.simtel.net/pub/pd/45216.html).
METHODS OF ASSESSING STUDENT PROGRESS:
Student progress is assessed through the completion of assigned projects and tests. A summary of programming
assignments and tests may be found at the end of the syllabus under the heading PROJECTED SCHEDULE OF
ASSIGNMENTS. Attendance and class participation may also be taken into consideration.
SELECTED TESTING/ASSESSMENT METHODS:
The majority of programming assignments 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, identifier/symbol 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 for a 60 point program is as follows:
Planning & external documentation:
3 input layout(s)
3 printer/output layout(s)
2 hierarchy diagram
6 flowchart or pseudocode
Usage of comments in program:
2 general description
2 misc. input/output requirements
2 identifier/symbol usage
5 program logic
5 coding style, etc.
5 methodology
10 correct assembly
15 correct run
--------60 total
Exams consist mostly of fill-in-the-blank questions and short programming segments.
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.
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LATE ASSIGNMENTS:
Assignments turned in late may lose 10% per class day for up to a week and will then receive a grade of 0. Instructor reserves the right not to accept assignments after the test has been given. Also, see “Attendance” below.
FINAL COURSE GRADE:
A percentage grade will be obtained by dividing the total points a student earns by the total possible points for
the course. The points for each assignment and test may be found in the PROJECTED SCHEDULE OF
ASSIGNMENTS found at the end of the syllabus. The percentage grade will then determine the letter grade for
the course, according to the following table:
Letter Grade
Percentage Range
Point Range
A
90%
100%
477
530
B
80%
89.9%
424
476
C
70%
79.9%
371
423
D
60%
69.9%
318
370
F
0%
59.9%
0
317
MAINTENANCE OF STUDENT RECORDS:
All work is graded and returned as soon as possible, usually within the week following the due date. 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.
SECTION III, PART B: STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
METHODS OF LEARNING:
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.
ATTENDANCE STATEMENT:
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.
RETAINING COPIES OF SUBMITTED WORK:
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,
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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.
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 withdrawal (IW) or failing (F) grade. The last date to withdraw is 4/26/02.
ACADEMIC HONESTY STATEMENT:
The College imposes specific disciplinary actions in response to incidents of academic misconduct
[cheating, plagiarism, etc.]. These actions may include: admonition, failing grade, failure of course, disciplinary probation, suspension and dismissal. A copy of the current disciplinary procedure is available
in each campus Student Services center.)
TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES:
As you pursue your educational objectives, you may be required to use computer information technology
resources at Metropolitan Community College. Use of these resources is a privilege and carries with it a
responsibility to respect the rights and privacy of others, the integrity of facilities, and to follow Student
Conduct Guidelines and College Policies.
COLLEGE POLICIES:
All students are expected to abide by College policies. These policies exist so that all students may pursue their educational goals in a fair and non-threatening environment.
Academic and non-academic standards exist for all students. Academic standards involve acts of cheating or plagiarizing. Non-academic standards include, but are not limited to, any acts of harassment, disruption of College functions; possession, use or sale of controlled substances or firearms, and inappropriate use of College equipment or property. The College imposes specific disciplinary actions in response to incidents of both academic and non-academic misconduct. These actions may include any one
or combinations of admonition, failing grade, failure of course, disciplinary probation, suspension, or
dismissal. (A copy of the current disciplinary procedure is available in each campus Student Services
center and from your Assoc. Dean.)
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.
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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, if you want a grade attached to your name and only your name (the only way I know MCC
records grades), the work you submit must be your work and only your work.
INFORMATION SOURCES:
Refer to both the College catalog and student handbook as sources of general College information such as parking, children on campus, identification cards, etc.
DEPARTMENT IDENTIFICATION: Curriculum Delivery
Associate Dean, Computer and Visual Arts:
Location:
Phone:
Email:
Tom Pensabene
FOC 8
457-2660
tpensabene@metropo.mccneb.edu
The Associate Dean, Computer and Visual Arts is the person you should contact if you have any questions or
problems concerning the class or the instructor that cannot be resolved by the instructor to the student’s satisfaction.
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SECTION IV: PROJECTED SCHEDULE OF ASSIGNMENTS:
Week
1
Date
3/7/02
2
3/14
3
3/21
4
3/28
5
4/4
6
4/11
7
8
4/18
4/25
9
10
11
5/2
5/9
5/16
Topic
Data Storage
Binary Arithmetic
Binary Arithmetic continued
ORG and DSECT
Logical Operations
Data Validation
Program 1 due
Test
Sorting Tables
Table Processing
Program 2 due
Searching
Binary Search
Test
Subprograms
Program 3 due
Dumps and Debugging
Macros
Test
Program 4 due
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McQ & P
Chapter
4, p. 70-75
7
7
10
Stern
Chapter
2
11,12
20
Assignment
Program 1 – Binary arithmetic
Program 2 – Data validation, CSECT, DSECT, Get
Locate
Points
60
60
90
9
16
Program 3 – Onedimensional tables
60
9
8
18
11
Appendix. D Program 4 – Twodimensional tables, Sort
100
60
19
100
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