Metropolitan Community College
Course Syllabus – 2011/Spring
COURSE IDENTIFICATION
Title:
C++ Programming II
Prefix/Section:
INFO 1532/7A (formerly CPT 125)
Credit Hours:
4.5
Begins/Ends/No-Class Days: 08 Mar 2012/22 May 2012/n.a.
Meeting Day/Time:
TTh/2:00 p.m. to 3:55 p.m.
Section Census Date:
21 Mar 2012
Last Day to Withdraw
08 May 2012
Delivery Type:
Classroom
Class Location:
SOC MHY 210 (formerly MAH 145)
Lab Location:
SOC CON 217 (2nd floor)
Course Web Address:
See Faculty Web Site
CONTACT INFORMATION
Instructor Name:
Alan R. Reinarz
METRO OFFICES
HOURS*
M, W:
T, Th:
M, T:
1:30p-2:30p
11:00a-12:00p
4:00p-5:00p
LOCATION
PHONE
FAX
SOC MHY 110F
738-4089
(voice-mail)
738-4535
*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(s):
Academic Program Area:
(402) 556-3071
areinarz@mccneb.edu
http://faculty.mccneb.edu/AReinarz/ (also see
https://mccadc.mccinfo.net/infostudents/Reinarz/)
Dr. T. C. Pensabene, Dean of Information Technology & e-Learning
(tpensabene@mccneb.edu)
COURSE INFORMATION
Course Description:
This course presents students with the basic features of the C++ programming language which include
programming concepts, fundamental concepts of object oriented programming, modular programming, modeling, and object oriented problem solutions.
Course Prerequisites: INFO 1522 (formerly CPT 123), C++ Programming I
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1.
Describe the methods of developing programs in C++ to solve problems.
2.
Describe the basic programming concepts and terms used in C++.
3.
Explain the fundamental concepts of object oriented programming and how they map to C++
language features.
4.
Demonstrate the development of a computer program in C++.
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5.
6.
7.
Demonstrate the use of basic C++ features for modular programming, flow control, and manipulation of basic data types.
Demonstrate the object oriented approach to modeling problems.
Demonstrate the use of object oriented features of C++ to implement a solution based on an
object model.
Required & Supplemental Materials:
Title:
C++ Programming: Program Design Including Data Structures
Edition:
5th (2011)
Author:
D.S. Malik
Publisher: Course Technology ISBN:
978-0-538-79809-9
Materials: “Removable” storage media for submittal to instructor, as needed
Students enrolled in this course may obtain a licensed copy of Microsoft Visual C++ (or Visual Studio) 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 2010 Professional. See the following link for
details on using MSDNAA: http://mccadc.mccinfo.net/MSDNAA/default.aspx. This software is yours
to keep. You may also use any other ANSI/ISO-compliant C++ compiler.
Class Structure:
In each lecture during this course, the instructor will cover material the student needs to learn and accomplish. In addition, written handouts may 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 may be used. 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.
ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT WORK
1. Types of Assessment/Assignments
a. Types of Student Work (Quizzes/Exams/Papers/Projects/etc)
Student progress is measured against the course objectives listed earlier by means of inclass participation, C++ computer programs, as well as periodic written and hands-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.
b. 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. Regarding assessments
1. How assessments are measured
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,
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

listings of all test input and output files, and,
on a 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.
2. How students will receive assignments
Assignments are announced in class. They will also be posted on the instructor’s web site.
3. How assignments will be submitted
Students should submit assignments in printed form, along with all relevant
computer files, which the instructor will copy for evaluation purposes.
d. 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.
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.
e. How/when instructor will give student feedback on their progress
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. Grade books (grade spreadsheets) should be kept by the instructor for a minimum of one (1) year.
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f. 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, barring unforeseen circumstances. Instructors should keep for
one (1) year student tests, papers, projects, etc., that were graded by faculty for determining the final grade and were not returned to the student.
2. Grading Policy
Grading Scale
Letter Grade
A
B
C
D
F
Percent Range
90-100
80-89
70-79
60-69
Below 60
Course Requirements
Activity
Frequency
Weight of Grade
Programs
Exam
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360 points
300 points
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. Use of Student Work
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)
INSTRUCTOR’S EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS
1. Attendance/Participation Policy
The course will be covered partially by assigned portions of the text and may be presented in a
sequence different from the text and some material will be covered that is not in the text.
Therefore, attendance is necessary to understand the course material. Students are expected to
attend and participate in class discussions. Each student is expected to recognize the importance of class attendance and promptness. Chronic tardiness or lack of attendance will contribute to non-achievement of course objectives. CHRONIC TARDINESS AND ABSENCES
MAY RESULT IN A REDUCTION IN THE FINAL GRADE BY 10%. 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.
The following interprets college attendance policy and may be subject to adjustment. (Complete information about WX and FX is posted at
http://www.mccneb.edu/facultyandstaff/3resourcecenter.asp.)
a. WX: After the first class meeting and through the Census Date, the instructor will disenroll (WX) students who have never attended. The Census Date is listed under the
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Important Dates for the course in the official Class Schedule at
http://www.mccneb.edu/schedule/.
b. FX: A student who fails to meet class attendance expectations will receive a final grade
of FX, indicating an absence-related failure. A student earning an FX grade prior to the
end of the quarter may avoid receiving the failing grade by withdrawing from the
course before the Last Date to Withdraw from Class.
i. Instructor Note: An FX has the same effect on GPA and Satisfactory Academic
Progress as an F (http://www.mccneb.edu/fa/standards_of_progress.asp,
http://www.mccneb.edu/catalog/financialaid.asp,
http://www.mccneb.edu/bogpolicies/policies/40000/40302_student_academic_
progress_and_review_of_academic_status.htm, and
http://www.mccneb.edu/catalog/academicinformation.asp#standardsacademicpr
ogress). In addition, the instructor must report a Last Date of Attendance to the
Registrar in order to facilitate the College and Federal government recovering
financial student aid from the student.
c. Current policy of instructor: unless there is documented instructor assent to an alternative means to meet course requirements, your grade will be reported as “FX”
i. If your final grade computation is “F,” AND you have not attended class for
two weeks or more, cumulative; OR
ii. If you have not attended class for four weeks or more, cumulative, regardless of
final grade computation; OR
iii. If you fail to take either the mid-term OR the final exams or both.
2. Communication Expectations:
When you communicate with others in this course, you must follow the Student Code of Conduct (http://www.mccneb.edu/catalog/studentinformation.asp), which calls for responsible and
cooperative behavior. Please think critically, ask questions, and challenge ideas, but also show
respect for the opinions of others, respond to them politely, and maintain the confidentiality of
thoughts expressed in the class. You may also wish to review information at
http://www.albion.com/netiquette/.
3. Recording in the Classroom:
Students may not video or audio record class sessions without the instructor’s knowledge and
permission. If recording of class sessions is authorized as a reasonable accommodation under
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the instructor must have the appropriate documentation from College Disability Support Services. Permitted recordings are to be used only for the
individual student’s educational review of the class session and may not be reproduced, posted, sold or distributed to others. Students who violate this policy are subject to disciplinary
procedures as outlined in the Student Conduct Code.
4. Technology Use During Class
Students are not permitted to browse the Internet, read email, or otherwise use the computer or
mobile technology during lecture time, unless the instructor directs you to do so. Using technology during lecture may be distracting to both the instructor and students who are actively
listening. Ignoring this policy will result in lowering your attendance and participation grade.
(INFO)
5. 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
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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.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 media
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.
6. 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).
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7. College Policies
College policies, such as student rights and responsibilities, academic standards, plagiarism,
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.
8. Student Withdrawal:
If you cannot participate in and complete this course, you should officially withdraw through
WebAdvisor at http://webadvisor.mccneb.edu or by calling Central Registration at 402-4575231 or 1-800-228-9553. Failure [to meet the attendance and participation requirements of the
course and] to officially withdraw will result in either an attendance-related failure (FX) or
failing (F) grade, [unless there is documented instructor assent to alternative means to meet
course requirements]. The last date to withdraw is noted in the CLASS IDENTIFICATION
section of this syllabus.
LEARNING SUPPORT
MCC's Academic Resource Centers, Math Centers, and Writing Centers offer friendly, supportive
learning environments that can help students achieve educational success. Staff members in these centers provide free drop-in assistance with basic computing, reading, math, and writing skills. Selfpaced, computer-assisted instructional support in reading, vocabulary, typing, English as a Second
Language, and online course orientation are also available.
Detailed information about the Academic Resource, Math, and Writing Centers is in the Student
Handbook, College Catalog, and online at http://www.mccneb.edu/arc/.
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES:
Metropolitan Community College will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with documented qualifying disabilities. It is the student’s responsibility to request accommodations from Disability Support Services (DSS) located in each Student Services Office. After students have arranged
for accommodations with DSS, the student and instructor should privately discuss these accommodations. For further information, please contact DSS or visit http://www.mccneb.edu/dss/.
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT
For assistance with student email, passwords, and most other MCC technology, contact the Help Desk
at 457-2900 or mcchelpdesk@mccneb.edu.
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.pdf.
ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENTAL POLICIES
PROCEDURE FOR GRADE APPEALS AND OTHER COURSE CONCERNS
A student who wishes to appeal a grade or other course matters should follow the appeal procedure
listed below. The appeal process for course grades or other course matters must be initiated no later
than the end of the quarter (last class day) following the quarter in which the course was completed.
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The appeal process begins when a student writes a letter to the instructor (1st level of appeal). If dissatisfied with the appeal at any level, the student may appeal in writing to the next level:
•
1st Level: Instructor
•
2nd Level: Appropriate Academic Dean
•
3rd Level: Vice President for Learning and Academic Affairs
Course concerns are best resolved with the course instructor. If you feel you have an on-going issue,
you must first e-mail the instructor with your course concerns in a respectful, straightforward manner.
The purpose of this e-mail is to seek a resolution between you, the student, and the instructor, pointing
specifically to the syllabus and how you (as the student) can show that the procedures set up in the
syllabus were not upheld. At this point, most disputes can be resolved. A further appeal makes it to
the level of Dean only in rare cases when a written appeal to the instructor is unsuccessful. If after the
instructor/student dialog a disagreement remains, you may contact the dean’s office via e-mail including:
(1)
Your initial correspondence to the instructor
(2)
The instructor’s reply to you
(3)
Your supporting data that the procedures established in this syllabus were not upheld.
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REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
1. SCHEDULE OF ASSIGNMENTS
NOTICE: This syllabus sets forth a tentative schedule of class topics, learning activities, and expected learning
outcomes. However, the instructor reserves the right to modify this schedule to enhance learning for students.
Any modifications will not substantially change the intent or objectives of this course and will conform to the
policies and guidelines of Metropolitan Community College. In the event the College closes classes for any reason, the dates of the scheduled activities will be followed as outlined below.
ASSIGNMENT
Wk
Days
1
3/8/2012
3/13
2
DESCRIPTION
Before class:
Assigned
Due
Introduction to the course
Review of functions, arrays, strings.
Review Chapters 6, 7, 8, 9
Pgm. 1
3/15
3/20
Records (Structs) – Group related values that are of
different types
Read Chapter
10
Pgm. 2
Pgm. 1
3
3/22
3/27
Classes and Data Abstraction: Group data and functions, compare structs with classes, implement abstract data types
Read Chapter
11
Pgm. 3
Pgm. 2
4
3/29
4/3
Inheritance and Composition – Create new classes from
existing classes
Read Chapter
12
Pgm. 4
Pgm. 3
5
4/5
4/10
Midterm Exam (Chapters 10-12)
6
4/12
4/17
Pointers, Classes, Lists, and Virtual Functions – Declare
and manipulate pointers, create dynamic arrays and
virtual functions
Read Chapter
13
Pgm. 5
7
4/19
4/24
Overloading – Overload operators, create friend functions
Read Chapter
14 Pp 827-890
Pgm. 6
Pgm. 5
8
4/26
5/1
Templates: Create function and class templates
Read Chapter
14 Pp 891-902
Pgm. 7
Pgm. 6
9
5/3
5/8
File input and output. Files as objects, sizeof operator
Read Appendix E
Pgm. 8
10
5/10
5/15
Exception Handling and C++ pitfalls
Read Chapter
15
Pgm. 9
11
5/17
5/22
Pgm. 4
Pgms. 7
&8
Pgm. 9
Final Exam (Comprehensive)
2. IMPORTANT DATES : See attached or www.mccneb.edu/sos/enrollman.asp.
(Note: Metro’s Academic Calendar is at
http://www.mccneb.edu/academics/calendar.asp?Theme=2 )
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2012 Spring Quarter Important Dates
Classes Begin ............................................................................................................... March 8 Th
Summer Current Student WebAdvisor only registration begins .................................. March 14 W
Summer General Registration Begins ........................................................................... March 21 W
***Census Date/Tenth Day* Date ................................................................................ March 21 W
Student Withdrawal Deadline to “drop” a class .................................................. Varies by Class**
Holiday Recess/College Closed ............................................................................... April 7-8 Sa-Su
Holiday Recess Ends/Classes Resume...............................................................................April 9 M
Winter Quarter Term Incomplete “I” Grades Due ............................................................. May 9 W
Classes end ...................................................................................................................... May 23 W
All Spring grades due and posted to WebAdvisor by 11:59 p.m. ..................................... May 25 F
Memorial Day recess (College closed) ................................................................May 26–28 SA–M
* Tenth Day is the date on which your enrollment level is checked.
**To view the last day to withdraw “drop” a class, go to the class schedule found on line at
http://www.mccneb.edu/schedule/classschedule.asp . Then, find the course section and click on
the Important Dates link on the same line as the course title. The refund dates for each course
section are automatically calculated based on the start and end dates and the number of sessions
for a course. A student must withdraw by this date to avoid an “F” grade.
Note: Schedule changes may have implications for students on Financial Aid. Check with the
Financial Aid Office prior to any schedule changes at 402-457-2330. The Census Date*** is the
date on which Financial Aid Student’s enrollment is checked to determine the type and amount
of funds authorized for the quarter. Payment is based on enrollment as of that date.
REFUND POLICIES for Credit Courses
A student is responsible for withdrawing “dropping” from a course(s) if unable to attend. Nonattendance or non-payment does not relieve a student from the obligation to pay. To withdraw
“drop” from a course, log on to WebAdvisor https://webadvisor.mccneb.edu and click “Register
and Drop Sections”.
An official schedule change that reduces or terminates a student’s academic credit load may entitle the student to a refund. The eligibility and amount of a refund is automatically calculated by
the date of the withdrawal.
A student may see the refund percentage received through midnight of the same day by logging
into WebAdvisor and clicking on the Tuition Refund Calculator
A link to the Student Information Calendar is available once logged in on WebAdvisor.