Metropolitan Community College
Course Syllabus – 2012-13/Spring
COURSE IDENTIFICATION
Title:
- C++ Programming I
Prefix/Section:
- INFO 1522/7A (formerly CPT 123)
Credit Hours:
- 4.5
Begins|Ends|No-Class Days:
- 11 Mar 2013|22 May 2013|none
Meeting Day|Time:
- MW|10:00am-11:55am
Census Date
- 21 Mar 2013
Last Day to Withdraw
- 8 May 2013
Delivery Type:
Classroom
Class Location:
- SOC MHY 210
Lab Location:
- Academic Resource Centers (SOC CON 217) (For hours and
other locations, see http://www.mccneb.edu/arc/locations.asp.)
Course Web Address:
See Faculty Web Site
CONTACT INFORMATION
Instructor Name:
Alan R. Reinarz
METRO OFFICES
HOURS*
LOCATION
PHONE
FAX
M, W
8:30a-9:30a
4:30p-5:30p
SOC MHY 110
402-738-4089
(voice-mail)
402-738-4535
T, Th:
1:00p-2:00p
SRP (B)128
402-537-3800
402-537-3834
*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(s):
http://faculty.mccneb.edu/AReinarz/ (also see
https://mccadc.mccinfo.net/infostudents/Reinarz/)
Academic Program Area:
Dr. T. C. Pensabene, Dean of Information Technology & eLearning (tpensabene@mccneb.edu)
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)
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Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Provide an overview of computer programming and problem solving.
2. Understand C++ syntax and semantics, and the program development process.
3. Understand and use arithmetic expressions, function calls, and output in a C++ program.
4. Understand program input and the software design process.
5. Understand and utilize conditions, logical expressions, and selection control structures.
6. Understand and utilize looping in a computer program.
7. Understand and use the following additional C++ control structure: Switch, Do-While, For.
8. Understand and use functions in a C++ program.
9. Understand the concepts of scope and lifetime in a C++ program.
10. Understand the purpose of the break and continue statements.
11. Understand the concept of recursion.
12. Understand and utilize single and multidimensional arrays in a C++ program.
13. Demonstrate simple sort and search techniques.
14. Describe the difference between call-by-value and call-by-reference.
15. Utilize string manipulation functions from the string handling library.
16. 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:
6th (2013)
Author:
D.S. Malik
Publisher: Course Technology
ISBN:
ISBN: 978-1-133-52632-2
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 2010 Professional. See the following link for
details on using MSDNAA/DreamSpark: http://mccadc.mccinfo.net/MSDNAA/. You may
also use MS Visual C++ Express (http://www.microsoft.com/express/Windows/) or 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.
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ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT WORK
Types of Assessment/Assignments
a. 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 handson skills testing.
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. How assessments are measured, how students will receive assignments, and how
assignments will be submitted.
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 USB drive 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)
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Coding & implementation:
3 standard coding style & related issues
3 correct procedural logic/method
3 correct compile
16 correct run
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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.
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 you will give student feedback on their progress
f. 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.
g. Grade books (grade spreadsheets) should be kept by the instructor for a minimum of one
(1) year.
h. 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.
i. Schedule of assessments/assignments (See below.)
Grading Policy
j. Grading policy for the course
Grading Scale
Course Requirements
Letter Grade Percent Range
Activity
Frequency
A
Written Homework
90–100
B
Programs
80-89
8
C
Exams
70-79
1
D
Final Exam
60-69
1
F
Final Project
0-59
Weight of Grade
305 points
150 points
150 points
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.
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).
Please note: Nothing in the preceding paragraph overrides the restrictions on sharing or distribution of
solutions to assignments and tests discussed below under the Academic Honesty Statement.
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INSTRUCTOR’S EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS
Attendance Policy
Attendance is necessary to understand the course material. Therefore, it is important to be in
class when the assignments are given out. 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.
To remain eligible for financial aid, students are responsible for meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress
standards (http://www.mccneb.edu/fa/standards_of_progress.asp). Complete information about WX and FX is
posted at http://www.mccneb.edu/facultyandstaff/3resourcecenter.asp. (Find WX and FX links under “Quick
Links.”)
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 Important Dates for the course in the official Class
Schedule at http://www.mccneb.edu/schedule/.
FX: An FX is a final grade given to a student who stops attending a class, does not return, and fails.
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/.
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. 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. (CT)
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.
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, solutions, test contents, or answers, between
a student and any other person or party; in part or in whole; whether by Internet search or
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browsing, file 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 paragraphs; will be considered academic misconduct and be sanctioned with disciplinary
action in accordance with the above paragraph. The instructor considers this statement to be a first
warning. All detected or reported instances of academic misconduct will receive a 0 grade and will
be reported to the Academic Dean. Any student who participates in more than one detected or
reported incident of academic misconduct will receive a course grade of F. Stronger penalties may
apply based on the student’s history of academic misconduct. 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
responsibilities 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, excepting for “closed book” assessments, are the student textbook for the class,
lecture notes, class handouts, and technology documentation and help materials. Unauthorized sources are
any materials that provide or purport to provide an answer or solution to any assessment (assignment,
exam, etc.), or portion thereof, or allow the student to present material for assessment prepared with less
intellectual or creative engagement than he or she would have had to invest if said unauthorized material
were unavailable. Permission to use general resources, such as the Internet, does not constitute permission
to use unauthorized sources that may be found on or in such general resources.
In summary, grades and degrees are awarded to an individual for his or her demonstrated competencies
and abilities. Therefore, the work you submit must be your work and only your work.
STUDENT WITHDRAWAL:
If you cannot participate in and complete this course, you should officially withdraw
through My Services on the MCC My Way portal at http://myway.mccneb.edu or by calling
Central Registration at 402-457-5231 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 former procedure for
instructor withdrawal of a student (“IW”) is no longer available.] 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 is also available.
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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.htm
DEPARTMENTAL POLICIES:
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.
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. 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 email 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
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.]
1. SCHEDULE OF ASSIGNMENTS
Week
-13/11/2011
3/13
-23/18 & 3/20
-33/25 & 3/27
-44/1 & 4/3
-54/8 & 4/10
-64/15 & 4/17
-74/22 & 4/24
-84/29 & 5/1
-95/6 & 5/8
- 10 5/13 & 5/15
- 11 5/20 & 5/22
SUBJECT AND HOMEWORK
HANDOUT
 Overview of Class
 Review Syllabus
 Overview of Computers &
Programming Languages
 Overview of numbering
systems
Basic Elements of C++
READING
ASSIGNMENT
ASSIGNMENTS
DUE
Chapter 1
Input & Output
Chapter 3
P1
Control Structures (Selection)
Chapter 4
P2
Control Structures (Repetition)
Review
Chapter 5
P3
User-Defined Functions
Chapter 6
P4
User-Defined Simple Data Types,
Namespaces, and string Type
Arrays and Strings
Pointers
Records (structs)
Review
Chapter 7
P5
Chapter 8
Pointers Handout
Chapter 9
P6
App. E, pp.
1525-30 & HndO
Chapter 2
Mid-term exam
P7
P8
Final Exam
2. IMPORTANT DATES Note: Metro’s Academic Calendar is at
http://www.mccneb.edu/academics/calendar.asp?Theme=2 )
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2012-13 Spring Quarter Important Dates
Current Student (greater than 50 hours) Summer 2013 (13/SS) Registration begins ............. Mar 6 W
Classes Begin ........................................................................................................................... Mar 8 F
Current Student (less than 50 hours) Summer 2013 (13/SS) Registration begins ................ Mar 13 W
General Summer 2013 (13/SS) Registration begins ............................................................. Mar 20 W
***Census Date/Tenth Day* .................................................................................................Mar 21 Th
Spring Recess/College Closed ................................................................................... Mar 30-31 Sa-Su
Classes Resume from Spring Recess ....................................................................................... Apr 1 M
Winter Quarter Term Incomplete “I” Grades Due ................................................................. May 9 Th
Classes End ........................................................................................................................ May 23 Th
Spring grades due and posted by 11:59 p.m......................................................................... May 25 Sa
Memorial Day Recess/College Closed ....................................................................... May 25-27 Sa-M
Student Withdrawal Deadline to “drop” a class without receiving a grade ..............Varies by Class**
Student Withdrawal Deadline to “drop” a class with a refund varies ** ........ See Refund Policy****
* Tenth Day is the date on which your enrollment level is checked.
**To view the last day to withdraw “drop” a class to prevent receiving a grade, 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. 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
authorized funds for the quarter. Payment is based on enrollment as of that date.
****REFUND POLICY 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.
An official schedule change that reduces or terminates a student’s academic credit load may entitle
the student to a refund. Go to “My Services” and click “Student Accounts”, then “Tuition Modeler”
to see the refund percentage received through midnight of the same day you “drop” withdraw from
a class.
To withdraw “drop” from a course in My Way, go to “My Services”, click “Registration”. Then
click “Register and Drop Sections”. Find the class you wish to drop and check the box under the
word Drop and click Submit. You have successfully dropped the class if the message at the bottom
of the screen states “the following request(s) have been processed”.
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