Computer Programming Syllabus for 2015-2016
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Course

COSC-1330-002 Computer Programming

Prerequisites

Course Description

Introduction to computer programming in various programming languages. Emphasis on the fundamentals of structured design, development, testing, implementation and documentation. Includes coverage of language syntax, data and file structures, input/output devices and disks/files.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 4 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

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Textbooks

Supplies

• Access to a PC (personal computer)
• Visual Studio 2013 or Visual Studio 2013 Express Edition
• Reliable access to the Internet
• Removable Storage media or cloud storage
• Your Amarillo College Student ID (printe

  Student Performance

  After studying the concepts presented in this course of study, the student will be able to demonstrate understanding of the following as evaluated by the faculty in the department/program:

  • Understand the program development process
  • Understand problem solving and logic development techniques
  • Use program development tools such as flowcharts and pseudocode
  • Understand the data hierarchy
  • Design solutions to problems using the three basic control structures
  • Understand modular programming and design modular programs
  • Understand Boolean, AND, OR logic
  • Understand the three types of looping structures
  • Understand arrays: single dimensional and parallel
  • Understand various array routines such as sorting and sequential searches

  This is an introductory course in program design and program development with an emphasis on computer programming techniques.  Students use the logic structures sequence, selection, and iteration to solve various programming problems.  Programs are written using a current, block structured programming language with an emphasis on structured design, which in this case is object-oriented design.  Object-oriented design is a recurring topic throughout this course and will be applied to most every assignment and exam after the topic has been introduced.

  Students Rights and Responsibilities

  Student Rights and Responsibilities

  Log in using the AC Connect Portal

  In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

  If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

  Expected Student Behavior

  To view the Student Code of Conduct, visit http://www.actx.edu

  Students are expected to maintain a high standard of individual honor in their scholastic work. Students who are guilty of cheating, plagiarism, copying, or dishonesty may be excluded from the class with a grade of "F", or, in flagrant cases, may be suspended from the College. The faculty of the CIS Department reserves the right to ask a student to verify any portion of a test by reproducing any specific section or all of the test in question.  Any action that compromises the computer systems at Amarillo College , including but not limited to hacking or cracking, can result in a grade of "F" in this course and possible further disciplinary action. The faculty of the CIS Department reserves the right to ask a student to verify any portion of a test by reproducing any specific section or all of the test in question.

  Cell phones and pagers MUST be turned off or set so ringing cannot be heard for the duration of the entire class.  If a cell phone can be heard in class during class time, points may be deducted from the final course grade.  The use of any portable electronic device (cell phone, pager, portable media player, mp3 player, etc. with or without ear buds) is not allowed during class.  Portable media players must be turned off.  Please remove ear buds from your ears when entering the classroom. 

  Computer Lab Printing Policy:

  Access to Business Division printing resources are a privilege granted to faculty, staff, and students of the Amarillo College Business Division. The Division reserves the right to limit, restrict, or extend these privileges.

  The following regulations apply to all printers in the Business Division.

  • Printing is restricted to students who are currently enrolled in Amarillo College Business Division classes.
  • Students may only print course work related to Business Division classes.
  • Printers should be used in a responsible, non-abusive manner.
  • Excessive printing is not allowed. Printing of online books and manuals is restricted. PowerPoint presentations should be printed in “handout” layout with six slides per page.
  • Students should not change any printer configuration; any malfunctioning equipment should be reported to a lab assistant or supervisor.
  • For security, maintenance, and enforcement of this policy, students should expect NO PRIVACY concerning any printed materials.

  Failure to comply with this policy will result in a preliminary warning. Subsequent infractions will result in loss of lab privileges and campus disciplinary action.
   

  Grading Criteria

  Final grades will be assigned as indicated below, after rounding to the nearest whole number:

  Grade Evaluation

  Grade	Quality	Requirements
  A	Superior	90 to 100
  B	Good	80 to 89
  C	Adequate	70 to 79
  D	Minimum	60 to 69
  F	Failing	Below 60

   

   

  Student grades will be based on the following:

  Grade Components

  Major Exams (3)	40%
  Comprehensive Final	20%
  Assignments	35%
  Participation	5%

   

   

  Many times the solution to homework will be discussed on the day the homework is due.  Therefore, no late work is permitted. Additionally, the assignment with the lowest grade will be dropped.

  Attendance

  Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to attend class and also adhere to the CIS Department attendance requirements.

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  Check your email DAILY and have assignments in on time.

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  Attendance will be taken each class period.  The CIS Departmental Attendance policy is as follows: 
  \ Classes meet twice a week in a regular semester.  After two absences for any reason, one point will be deducted from the semester average for each additional absence.

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  There are no excused absences.  Two tardies equal one absence.  If you leave class while class is being conducted, it will count as a tardy.  If you are more than 10 minutes late, it will be counted as an absence. It is your responsibility to check with the instructor after class to correct an “absence” to a “late” if you enter the class after role has been taken and you were less than 10 minutes late.

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  If you miss a lecture or lab period, it is your responsibility to determine what you have missed and take appropriate measures.  It is also your responsibility to drop the course if you cannot meet course expectations.

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  The instructor will set the times for the exams.  There will be no make-up exams. An exam may be taken only one time. 

  Calendar

  Tentative Course Schedule

  Week	Topic	Assigned Reading	Assignment
  1	Intorduction to Programming	Chapter 1	Assignment 1
  2	Data Types and expressions	Chapter 2	Assignment 2
  3	Methods	Chapter 3	Assignment 3
  4	Exam 1
  5	Custom Classes and Objects	Chapter 4	Assignment 4
  6	Custom Classes and Objects, cont.		Assignment 5
  7	Decision Structures	Chapter 5	Assignment 6
  8	Decision Structures, cont.		Assignment 7
  9	Exam 2
  10	Repeating Structures	Chapter 6	Assignment 8
  11	Repeating Structures, cont.		Assignment 9
  12	Arrays	Chapter 7	Assignment 10
  13	File IO	Chapter 13	Assignment 11
  14	Exam 3
  15	Review and take-home final exam component
  16	Final

  Additional Information

  This course requires work outside of class. The computer labs, located 2nd floor BYRD, are available for this use.

  The computer labs have lab assistants available to help you.

  Important Dates to Remember
  January 18	MLK Jr. Holiday – AC Closed
  January 19	Spring Semester Begins
  February 3	Census Day
  March 14 – March 20	Spring Break – No Classes
  March 25 – March 27	Easter Holiday – AC Closed
  April 21	Last Day to Withdraw for 16 Week Courses
  May 9 – May 13	Finals Week
  May 13 @ 7pm	Commencement

   

  Syllabus Created on:

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  Last Edited on:

  11/30/-1 12:00 AM