COURSE OUTLINE/SYLLABUS

COURSE TITLE & NO:

 CSC 160 Computer Science I CO-REQUISITES: Math 121
SEMESTER: Spring 2005 CREDIT HOURS: 4
DAYS TAUGHT: T -Th TIME TAUGHT: 16:00 - 17:40
BEGINNING DATE: 18 January, 05 ENDING DATE: 05 May 05
CENSUS DATE: 02 February 05 WITHDRAW DATE: 13 April 05
INSTRUCTOR’S NAME: Vicke Denniston

PHONE EXT.

336.1625
OFFICE: BZ 114 OFFICE HOURS:  as posted
  E-MAIL ADDRESS: vicke.denniston@lamarcc.edu
COURSE DESCRIPTION :

Introduces students to the discipline of computer science. Covers algorithm development, data representation, logical expressions, subprograms, and input/out expressions using a structured programming language. Requires intensive lab work outside of class time
COURSE OUTCOMES :

Upon completion of this course a student should be able to:

  • Identify the basic data types in and give the memory requirements for each.
  • Write code to input and output numerical, character, and text data.
  • Write code using each of the arithmetic operators and logical operators.
  • Write code using to control program flow.
  • Write code using single and multi dimensional arrays of each data type.
  • Write code using functions, procedures, methods, or subroutines.
  • Write code using data structures.
  • Properly document programs.
  • Write using pointers.
  • Write using pass by reference and pass by value.
  • Write using pass by value.
    • CLASS MEETING REQUIREMENT :

    All class sessions will be held in order to meet credit and contact hours requirements.  Sudden class cancellations due to weather, instructor illness or other unexpected, unplanned events will result in make-up sessions.  Arrangements for make-up sessions will be made at the convenience of the instructor and students.

    If a student misses class, it is the student's responsibility to obtain notes from another student.  In- Class projects can be made up only if the instructor is notified of the absence in advance.

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    SPECIAL NEEDS NOTIFICATION :

    Students enrolled in this course with a diagnosed disability must indicate this to the course instructor by the third class meeting.  This will permit the course instructor to make federally protected accommodations possible (if needed).

    MEETING DATES/COURSE OUTLINE :
    date topic
    01/18 Introduction
    01/20 Chapter 01
    01/25 Chapter 02
    01/27 Chapter 02
    02/01 Chapter 03
    02/03 Chapter 03
    02/08 Chapter 04
    02/10 Chapter 04
    02/15 Chapter 05
    02/17 Chapter 05
    02/22 Chapter 06
    02/24 Chapter 06
    03/01 Chapter 07
    03/03 Chapter 07
    03/08 Chapter 08
    03/10 Chapter 08
    03/15 Spring Break - No Classes
    03/17 Spring Break - No Classes
    03/22 Chapter 09
    03/24 Chapter 09
    03/29 Chapter 10
    03/31 Chapter 10
    04/05 Chapter 11
    04/07 Chapter 11
    04/12 Chapter 12
    04/14 Chapter 12
    04/19 Chapter 13
    04/21 Chapter 13
    04/26 Chapter 14
    04/28 Chapter 14
    05/03 Chapter 15
    05/05 Final
    GENERAL LEARNING OUTCOMES : (Those assessed in this class are in boldface)

    • Communications
    • Math Literacy
    • Aesthetic Responsiveness/Craftsmanship
    • World Awareness
    • Scientific Reasoning
    • Critical Thinking
    • Interpersonal Skills
    METHODS OF CONDUCTING THE CLASS :

    A combination of lecture, demonstration and application of knowledge through student projects and practical examinations.  Theory and its application to real world situations is stressed.

    METHODS OF DETERMINING GRADE :
    Chapter Tests = 30% 90 – 100% = A
    Homework=40% 80 – 89% = B
    Final =30% 70 – 79% =C
    60 - 69% = D
    below 60% = F
    TEXT AND MATERIALS NEEDED :

    Invitation to Computer Science, C++ version
    by: Schneider and Gersting, Thomson/Course Technology publisher
    ISBN:0534390978
    available at the LCC Bookstore
    The use of a flash drive rather than floppies for data storage is strongly encouraged
    PRIVACY NOTIFICATION :

    Privacy laws prohibit me from posting final grades.  You can ask personally about your final grade or wait until you receive your grades from the registrar’s office.

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