Metropolitan Community College
Class Syllabus – 2013-14/Spring
CLASS IDENTIFICATION
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Intel Assembly Language II
INFO 2531/99
4.5
07 Mar 2014/22 May 2014
TBD
(College closed Sat & Sun 19 & 20 Apr 2014)
08 May 2014
SOC MHY 110
SOC CON 217 (2nd floor: Learning & Tutoring Center)
CONTACT INFORMATION
Instructor Name:
Alan R. Reinarz
METRO OFFICES
HOURS*
W
M, W
T
10:30a-11:30a
4:30p-5:30p
4:00p-5:00p
T, Th
8:30a-9:30a
LOCATION
PHONE
FAX
SOC MHY 110
402-738-4089
(voice-mail)
402-738-4535
SRP 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:
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/infodept/areinarz/Course%20Resources/)
Dr. T. C. Pensabene, Dean of Information Technology & e-Learning
(tpensabene@mccneb.edu)
COURSE INFORMATION
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course is a continuation of INFO 2521 and extends those topics and skills. Additional
topics include writing and using macros; creating system-level software tools as well as more
advanced application programs; manipulating computer hardware via machine and assembly
language code; and employing interfaces between assembly language code and operating
systems (MS Windows, MS-DOS, and others), and between assembly language code and
application programs developed in C++ and other high-level languages.
COURSE PREREQUISITES: INFO 2521 Intel Assembly Language I
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COURSE OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge and abilities in relation to common cross-platform data
representations, computer architectures, and machine and assembly language principles
and techniques.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of more advanced assembly language directives, operators, and
program structure.
3. Approach programming problems with a machine-level mind set, and use assembly
language to create and develop (including plan, write, assemble, execute, and document)
more advanced, 32-bit Protected mode and 16-Bit Real-address mode application
programs and system-level software (without having to ask anyone for help).
4. Demonstrate improved machine-level debugging skills, including monitoring each of
the CPU's actions as directly as possible.
5. With regard to the relationship between fundamental high-level programming constructs
(such as statements, arithmetic expressions, loops, and logical structures; and data
structures and arrays) and lower-level (assembly language and (native and virtual)
machine language) code: demonstrate the use of lower-level code to implement highlevel constructs, explain how high-level languages implement their high-level constructs
at the lower levels, and explain how high-level language compilers (such as C++)
translate from their high-level language into lower-level code.
REQUIRED & SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS:
Title:
Assembly Language for Intel®-Based Computers
Edition:
6th ed. (2011)
Author:
Kip R. Irvine
Publisher: Prentice-Hall
ISBN:
ISBN: 6th ed.: 0-13-602212-X
Materials: “Removable” storage media for submittal to instructor, as needed
See textbook and handouts for discussion of software needed for this course. In brief, MCC is
currently using Microsoft Visual Studio (VS) .NET 2012. Students enrolled in this course may
obtain a licensed copy of VS .NET 2012 Professional (includes C++ & MASM 11.0) and Microsoft
Visio at no charge, for use on their own computers. See the following link for details on using
MSDNAA/DreamSpark: https://mccadc.mccinfo.net/msdnaa/SitePages/Home.aspx. This software is
yours to keep. Many older versions of MASM and Microsoft C/C++ are also acceptable. In addition,
for 16-bit software support, students may obtain Visual C++ 1.52, MASM 6.11, Windows 98 SE, and
MS-DOS 6.22 from MSDNAA via MCC or the instructor.
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.
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ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT WORK
TYPES OF ASSESSMENTS/ASSIGNMENTS:
a. Types of Student Work (Quizzes/Exams/Papers/Projects/etc)
Student progress is measured against the course objectives listed earlier by means of in-class
participation, Intel assembly language computer programs, as well as periodic written and
hands-on skills testing. Assignments will be Intel assembly language 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 Intel assembly language 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,
 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
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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.
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.
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.
GRADING POLICY:
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.
Grading Scale
Letter Grade
A
B
C
D
F
Percent
Range
90-100
80-89
70-79
60-69
Below 60
Course Requirements
Activity
Written Homework
Programs
Exams
Final Exam
Final Project
Frequency
Weight of
Grade
7
1
1
280 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
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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).
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
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. 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.
Students are not permitted to browse the Internet, read email, or otherwise use the computer or
mobile technology during lecture time, unless the instructor so directs. Using the computer or
mobile 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. (CT)
Attendance/Participation Reporting: To confirm each student’s eligibility to remain registered for
the class, the instructor will officially report attendance/participation on or before the Census
Date. Students in this section of INFO 1003 must attend a class meeting by 20 Mar 2014.
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 Conduct Code
(http://mccneb.smartcatalogiq.com/en/current/Course-Catalog/Student-Services/Student-Conduct), 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/.
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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 use as sources for classwork may be subject to
copyright protection. Additional information about copyright is provided on the library website
at http://www.mccneb.edu/library or by your instructor.
In response to incidents of student dishonesty (cheating, plagiarism, illegal peer-to-peer file
sharing, 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.
Disciplinary procedures are available in the Advising/Counseling 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 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 preceding paragraph. The instructor
considers this statement to be a first warning. All detected or reported instances of academic
misconduct will receive a 0 grade for the entire work submitted 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 course 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,
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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 402-4575231 or 1-800-228-9553. Failure to officially withdraw will result in either an attendance-related failure
(FX) or failing (F) grade. The last date to withdraw is noted in the CLASS IDENTIFICATION section of
this syllabus.
LEARNING SUPPORT
MCC's Learning and Tutoring 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. 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 the Learning and Tutoring, Math, and Writing Centers is in the My Way
portal, the College Catalog, and online at http://www.mccneb.edu/ltc/.
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/.
NONDISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:
Metropolitan Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin,
religion, sex, marital status, age, disability or sexual orientation in admission or access to its programs
and activities or in its treatment or hiring of employees.
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT
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If you have difficulty connecting to the Internet, call your Internet provider.
If you need help connecting to the course from the ANGEL login page, refer to “Getting Started
Online” at http://www.mccneb.edu/elearning/orientation.asp.
If you are unable to solve the problem, contact MCC Online Support:
Alexandra Garrison (402) 457-2769 or acgarrison@mccneb.edu
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Curtis Bryant (402) 457-2853 or cebryant@mccneb.edu
Chuck Davis (402) 457-2866 or cwdavis@mccneb.edu
For assistance with student email, passwords, and most other MCC technology, contact the Help Desk at
402-457-2900 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.
Departmental Policy:
USE OF COLLEGE COMPUTERS
When you use computers in College academic resource centers, learning centers, libraries and many
classrooms, you will need to login using your student username and password. Your username is the same
as your MCC My Way username and your initial password is your student ID with leading zeroes to
make it seven digits. If you need assistance, please contact staff at any of the LTCs 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:
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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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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.
ASSIGNMENTS
Week
1
3/10/2014
2
3
3/17
3/24
4
3/31
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
4/7
4/14
4/21
4/28
5/5
5/12
5/19
Read/Review
Irvine (6th ed.)
before class:
TOPIC
Review of INFO 2521 and Course Introduction
Structures, Macros, and Conditional Assembly
32-Bit Windows Programming
Floating-Point Processing
Instruction Encoding
High-Level Language Interface
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12 &
Handouts
Chapter 13
See online resources
Assigned
Program 1
Program 2
Program 3
Program 1
Program 2
Program 4
Program 3
Program 4
Midterm Exam (Chapters 10-13)
Basic 16-bit MS-DOS Programming
Disk Fundamentals
BIOS-Level Programming
Expert MS-DOS Programming & Advanced Topics
Advanced Topics & Project
Final Exam (Chapters 14-17)
Due
Chapter 14
Chapter 15*
Chapter 16*
Chapter 17*
Program 5
Program 6
Program 7
Program 5
Program 6
Program 7
* 6th ed.:
Download from
Companion
Website
IMPORTANT DATES http://www.mccneb.edu/sos/enrollman.asp
ACADEMIC CALENDAR: http://www.mccneb.edu/academics/calendar.asp
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2014 (13/SP) Spring Quarter Important Dates
Weekend Classes Begin ............................................................................................. Mar 1 Sa
Classes Begin ................................................................................................................Mar 7 F
Current Student (greater than 50 hours) Summer 2014 (14/SS) Registration begins ... Mar 5 W
General Summer 2014 (14/SS) Registration begins ................................................... Mar 19 W
Current Student (less than 50 hours) Summer 2014 (14/SS) Registration begins ...... Mar 12 W
 Census Date/Tenth Day* ....................................................................................... Mar 20 Th
Spring Recess/College Closed Saturday and Sunday .................................... April 19-20 Sa-Su
Winter Quarter Term Incomplete “I” Grades Due ....................................................... May 8 Th
Classes End .............................................................................................................. May 22 Th
Spring grades due and posted by 7:00 a.m. ............................................................... May 27 Tu
Memorial Day Recess/College Closed ............................................................ May 24-26 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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