CPSC1301 – Computer Science I
Class Meets: MWF 9:00-9:50 a.m. in Center
for Commerce and Technology 208
Instructor(s):
Dr. Wayne Summers
Office: CCT 455 Office
phone: (706) 568-3057
Department phone: (706) 568-2410 Department
FAX: (706) 565-3529
Office Hours: MTWRF 10:00-11:00 a.m.; via e-mail, WebCT discussions and
by appointment
e-mail address: summers_wayne@ColumbusState.edu
homepage:http://csc.ColumbusState.edu/summers/
Catalog Description of Course: Co-requisite: CPSC 1301L. This course includes an overview of
computers and programming; problem solving and algorithm development; simple
data types; arithmetic and logic operators; selection structures; repetition
structures; text files; arrays (one-and-two-dimensional); procedural
abstraction and software design; modular programming (including sub-programs or
the equivalent). (3
credits).
Required Textbook(s):
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Java Software Solutions: Foundations of Program Design, 5/E by John Lewis & William Loftus, ISBN: 0-321-40949-3, Addison-Wesley |
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Supplementary Books and Materials
- MyCodeMate
Companion Website, 5/E
- Java
Backpack Reference Guide
- WebCT
materials
- Class
handouts & notes
- Software
and manuals found in the computer labs and on the Internet
Software
To complete all lessons, assignments, labs, and tests, you
will need to access a computer with:
- Windows 2000/XP, Firefox or Internet Explorer, and PowerPoint
- Java 2 Platform, Standard Edition (J2SE)
- Java IDE (DrJava/BlueJ/Crimson Editor/Borland JBuilder/Eclipse)
- Java Source Code and Program Files from the textbook CD-ROM
Supplementary information for the course is available from the publisher at http://www.aw-bc.com/catalog/main_content/0,1151,-11,00.html. Answers to the end of chapter review questions and student assignment files also can be obtained from the Web Site.
The class material will be available via WebCT Vista at https://d.view.usg.edu/webct/logonDisplay.dowebct?insId=2609232&glcid=131.96.160.58-1047412837539-4479201001&insName=Columbus%20State%20University. This Web Site will contain class notes, class announcements, exam summaries, the course syllabus, test dates, and additional links.
To download
Java SDK: http://java.sun.com/j2se/1.5.0/download.jsp
To download Crimson Editor: http://crimsoneditor.com
To download Blue J: http://www.bluej.org/download/download.html
To download Text Pad: http://www.textpad.com/download/index.html
Objectives
- Students will have an understanding of computing and computer science.
- Students will have an
understanding of computers and how they
work.
- Student will learn the
architecture of computers, machine code, and high-level languages.
- Students will be able to analyze
the requirements of a problem.
- Students will be able to design
algorithms to solve moderately complex problems.
- Students will learn the syntax
and structure of the Java computer programming language.
- >Students will learn to use the
Java SDK to develop programs.
- Students will learn
a)
how to work with Integrated Development Environments
(IDEs),
b)
how to develop Java program with an Editor,
c)
how to compile a Java program,
d)
how to run a Java program, and
e)
how to debug
Java programs.
- Students will understand how to
develop and use the main Java building blocks: data types, variables,
constants, expressions, and arithmetic operators
- Students will learn the structure of Java classes, constructors, calling methods, and how to use Java predefined classes
- Students will learn about applets, applet structure, applet execution, and hoe to develop applets
- Students will learn about flow of control: forming conditions, if, if/else, if/else if, comparing numbers and objects, conditional operator (?:), and switch statement
- Students will learn how to develop looping control structures: event-controlled loops (while and do/while statements), count-controlled loops (for statement), and nested loops
- Students will learn how to develop user-defined classes: defining a class, instance variables, class methods, constructors, object reference this, graphical objects, creating packages, and Java documentation
- Students will
learn how to use simple data types (e.g. arrays) to solve problems.
Major Topics
- An Overview of Computers and
Programming Langauges
- Basic Elements of Java
- Data and Expressions
- Graphics
- Applets
- Input/Output
- Using Classes and Objects
- Writing Classes
- Control Structures –
Selection
- Control Structures –
Repetition
- Object-Oriented Design
- Arrays and ArrayList
Class
Instructional Methods and Techniques
- The class will meet for three
fifty minute lecture / discussion periods each week.
- Each student is expected to
attend all class lectures, to read the textbook chapters and to make
notes. Students will be expected to
participate in classroom discussions, both in class and online.
- Students must have access to
computers for doing assignments.
- The ACM recommends the
following: “As a general guideline, the amount of out-of-class work
is approximately three times the in-class time. Thus, a unit that is
listed as requiring 3 hours will typically entail
a total of 12 hours (3 in class and 9 outside).” Students will be expected to spend this
time outside class reading the book, online materials and other materials;
writing solutions to homework exercises and programming projects.
How to Access the Course
This course includes WebCT Vista. You can access WebCT Vista at: http://webct.ColumbusState.edu/
At this page, select the "Log on to" WebCT Vista link to activate the WebCT Vista logon dialog box, which will ask for your WebCT> Vista username and password. Your Vista WebCT username and password are:
<Username: lastname_firstname
Password: XXXX
Default password is your birthday in the format of DDMMYY.
If you try the above and WebCT Vista will not let you in, please use the "Comments/Problems" link on the WebCT Vista home page to request help. If you are still having problems gaining access a day or so after the class begins, please e-mail me immediately.
Once you've entered WebCT Vista, you will see a list of courses you have access to. The CPSC 1301 course is listed as "Computer Science 1" Next to this, you should see my name as the instructor. You may also see new discussion postings, new calendar postings, and new mail messages. Clicking on the name of the course will take you to the course's home page. If you don't see the "Computer Science 1" course in the list, please e-mail me immediately.
Once you have clicked on the course's
name and accessed the particular course itself, you will find a home page with
links to other sections and tools, and a menu on the left-hand side. Feel free
to explore the areas in the course.
Website
It is your responsibility to frequently look at the
course website to keep your knowledge of class activities
current. For this course, the website is at http://csc.ColumbusState.edu/summers/. I may
occasionally forget to announce details in class, but they may have been
already posted on the site. If so, you will still be held responsible for them.
For example, assignment due dates, corrections of errors, announcements, exam dates, changes to policies, and so on.
Online
Discussions
To maximize
your learning, you are encouraged to participate actively in the online
discussions. The responses to other students' postings should add to the
substance of the posting, request clarification, provide a different
perspective, or challenge the assertions made by providing real or hypothetical
scenarios that the original posting does not adequately address. Remember, the
purpose of course discussions is to stimulate academic debate. Critical
thinking is highly desirable! There is, of course, no upper limit on the amount
of discussion in which you can be involved in. I will read every response and
every comment, but I will not necessarily respond to every response or to
every comment. I will, however, interject comments where necessary for
clarification.
Discussion
Etiquette
CSU is committed to open, frank, and insightful dialogue in all of its courses. Diversity has many manifestations, including diversity of thought, opinion, and values. Students are encouraged to be respectful of that diversity and to refrain from inappropriate commentary. Should such inappropriate comments occur, I will intervene as I monitor the dialogue in the discussions. I will request that inappropriate content be removed from the discussion and will recommend university disciplinary action if deemed appropriate. Students as well as faculty should be guided by common sense and basic etiquette. The following are good guidelines to follow:
- Never post, transmit, promote, or distribute content that is known to be illegal.
- Never post harassing, threatening, or embarrassing comments.
- If you disagree with someone, respond to the subject, not the person.
Never post content that is harmful, abusive; racially, ethnically, or religiously offensive; vulgar; sexually explicit; or otherwise potentially offensive.
Student
Responsibilities
As a student in this course, you are responsible to:
- manage your time and maintain the discipline required to meet the course requirements,
- come to class prepared to ask questions to maximize your understanding of the material,
- complete all readings,
- complete all assignments,
- complete all quizzes and exams,
- actively participate in discussions,
- submit the “one-minute paper” after each class, and
- read any e-mail sent by the instructor and respond accordingly.
“I
didn’t know” is not an acceptable excuse for failing to meet the
course requirements. If you fail to meet your responsibilities, you do so at
your own risk.
Instructor
Responsibilities
As your instructor in this course, I am responsible to:
- lead the class discussion and answer students’ questions,
- post weekly lessons outlining the assignments for the week,
- read all responses to discussion questions and comments to responses,
- actively participate in discussions when necessary,
- respond to students questions and concerns expressed in the “one-minute paper”,
- grade assignments, quizzes, and exams, and post scores within one week of the end of the week in which they are submitted, and
- read any e-mail sent by the you and respond accordingly within 48 hours.
Although I will read every posted discussion question and response, I will not necessarily respond to every post.
Student Web
Server Space
There may be
times when you will want to use an actual Web server in response to discussion
questions, for assignments, or for projects. All currently enrolled CSU
students (including online students) can request free Web server space on the
CSU student Web server. Simply go to http://students.ColumbusState.edu and click on
the "Free Web Pages" icon. Then click on the link to request the
account. Under normal circumstances, the account and space will be created in a
matter of seconds. This server is also .NET capable.
Assignments for Course
- Online materials available
through WebCT
- Outside
reading from popular computing periodicals is expected to enhance your
knowledge of Computer Science
- Several
assignments
Assessment Criteria
- Assignments (300 pts.) – due before class starts
- For each assignment, students will be expected to analyze requirements of the problem, design the algorithm and implement the algorithm by coding it into a Java program. Assignments will focus one or more of the learning objectives. Assignments are due at the beginning of the class period of the due date. Assignments turned in after those times are considered late. Late assignments are not accepted for any reason. Programs should be submitted to me by e-mail. Include your program source code as an attachment.
- Quizzes (200 pts.) [lowest two quizzes will be dropped]
- One midterm test (100 pts.)
- One comprehensive FINAL EXAM (200 pts)
- Quizzes and exams will assess whether students
have an understanding of computers and how they work. Students will be
expected to analyze the requirements of a problem, design the algorithm
and code the solution in Java on the exam. Midterm and final exams test material
from the lectures, readings and programming exercises. The exams will
include multiple choice, fill in the blanks,
short answer questions and programming questions (you will be asked
to write code). All exams are closed book, closed notes, no
calculators. If you miss any quiz or exam or are absent for that
class, it will not be made up.
- CLASS PARTICIPATION – will be considered for students who are
on the borderline between two grades
A (90-100): The student
fulfills or exceeds all of the assigned content requirements. The
student’s knowledge of the subject is accurate throughout. The student
exhibits convincing range and quality of knowledge, having done appropriate
research, if applicable.
B (80-89): The student
fulfills all of the important assigned content requirements. The
student’s knowledge of the subject is accurate throughout except in minor
details. The student seems informed on the subject, having done appropriate
research, if applicable
C (70-79): The student
fulfills most of the important assigned content requirements. The
student’s knowledge of the subject is generally accurate, though flawed. The
student exhibits limited range or quality of knowledge, having done limited
appropriate research, if applicable.
D (60-69): The student
fulfills some of the important assigned content requirements. The
student’s knowledge of the subject is generally accurate, though flawed.
The student exhibits limited range or quality of knowledge, having done minimal
appropriate research, if applicable.
F (0-59): The student fails
to address the important requirements of the course.
The student’s knowledge of the subject is generally inaccurate. The
student’s knowledge of the subject lacks range or quality
Class Attendance: Class attendance is the responsibility of the
student, and it is the student's responsibility to independently cover any
materials missed. Class attendance and participation may also be used
in determining grades. It is your
responsibility to sign a roll sheet for every class meeting. At my discretion,
I may drop you from the course for more than 6 absences. Missing an exam or
quiz is considered an absence. Missed classes caused by participation in
documented, formal, University-sponsored events will not count as absences
provided you notify me of such anticipated absences in advance and as soon as
possible.
You are responsible for all class work missed,
regardless of the reason for the absence(s). Late assignments will not be
accepted, so if you are absent on the day an assignment is due, it is your
responsibility to make alternate arrangements. No makeup exams or quizzes will
be given, so please make sure you are present for all exams/quizzes. Refer to
the CSU Catalog (http://aa.ColumbusState.edu/advising/a.htm#Absence Policy)
for more information on class attendance and withdrawal.
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Academic
dishonesty For
assignments, access to notes, textbook, books and other publications is
allowed. Stealing, giving or receiving any code, diagrams, drawings, text or
designs from another person (CSU or non-CSU) is not allowed. Having access to
another person’s work on the system or giving access to your work to
another person is not allowed. It is your responsibility to keep your work
confidential. No cheating in any form will be tolerated. The penalty for the first occurrence of academic dishonesty is a zero grade on the assignment or exam/quiz; the penalty for the second occurrence is a failing grade for the course. For exams/quizzes, access to any type of written material or discussion of any kind (except with me) is not allowed. (http://aa.ColumbusState.edu/advising/a.htm#Academic Dishonesty/Academic Misconduct Getting
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CSU ADA
statement
If
you have a documented disability as described by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 933-112 Section 504) and Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA) and would like to request academic and/or
physical accommodations please contact Joy Norman at the Office of Disability Services in the Center for Academic Support
and Student Retention, Tucker Hall (706) 568-2330, as soon as possible. Course
requirements will not be waived but reasonable accommodations may be provided
as appropriate.
COURSE OUTLINE
(tentative)
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DATE |
Chapter /
Description |
Assignments |
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Week 1: (August 18) |
1 Introduction 1.1
Computer Processing 1.2
Hardware Components |
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Week 2: (August
21-25) |
1.3
Networks 1.4 Java
Programming Language |
1.5 Program
Development 1.6 Obj.-Oriented Prog. |
QUIZ 1 |
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Week 3: (Aug.
28-Sept. 1) |
2.1
Character Strings 2.2
Variables and Assignments 2.3
Primitive Data Types |
2.4
Expressions 2.5 Data
Conversion 2.6
Interactive Programs |
QUIZ 2 “Shopping
Assignment” due 9/1 |
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Week 4: (September 4-8) |
Labor Day |
2.7
Graphics 2.8 Applets 2.9 Drawing
Shapes |
QUIZ 3 |
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Week 5: (September
11-15) |
3.1
Creating Objects 3.2 String
Class 3.3
Packages |
3.4 Random
Class 3.5 Math
Class 3.6
Formatting Output |
QUIZ 4 PROGRAMMING
ASSIGNMENT 1 due 9/13 |
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Week 6: (September
18-22) |
3.7
Enumerated Types 3.8 Wrapper
Classes 3.9
Components and Containers |
3.10 Nested
Panels 3.11 Images |
QUIZ 5 |
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Week 7: (September
25-29) |
4.1 Classes
and Objects 4.2 Anatomy
of a Class 4.3
Encapsulation |
4.4 Anatomy
of a Method 4.5 Constructors
Revisted 4.6
Graphical Objects |
QUIZ 6 |
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Week 8: (October
2-6) |
4.7
Graphical User Interfaces 4.8 Buttons 4.9 Text
Fields |
REVIEW MIDTERM
EXAM |
PROGRAMMING
ASSIGNMENT 2 due 10/4 |
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Week 9: (October
9-13) |
5.1 Boolean
Expressions 5.2 if
Statement Last Day to
Drop = 10/10/2006 |
5.3
Comparing Data 5.4 switch
statement Fall Break
(10/12-13) |
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Week 10: (October
16-20) |
5.5 while
Statement 5.6 Interators |
5.7 do
Statement 5.8 for
Statement |
QUIZ 7 |
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Week 11: (October
23-27) |
5.9 Drawing
with Loops and Conditionals 5.10
Determining Event Sources |
5.11 Dialog
Boxes 5.12 More
Button Components |
QUIZ 8 PROGRAMMING
ASSIGNMENT 3 due 10/27 |
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Week 12: (Oct. 30
– Nov. 3) |
6.1
Software Development 6.2
Identifying Classes and Objects |
6.3 Static
Class Members 6.4 Class
Relationships 6.5
Interfaces |
QUIZ 9 |
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Week 13: (November
6-10) |
6.6
Enumerated Types 6.7 Method
Design |
6.8 Method
Overloading 6.9 Testing |
QUIZ 10 |
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Week 14: (November
13-17) |
6.10 GUI
Design 6.11 Layout
Managers 6.12
Borders |
6.13
Containment Hierarchies 7.1 Array
Elements |
QUIZ 11 PROGRAMMING
ASSIGNMENT 4 due 11/15 |
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Week 15: (November
20-24) |
7.2
Declaring and Using Arrays 7.3 Arrays
of Objects |
Thanksgiving
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Week 16: (Nov. 27
– Dec. 1) |
7.4
Command-Line Arguments 7.5
Variable Length Parameters Lists |
7.6
Two-Dimensional Arrays 7.7 The ArrayList Class |
QUIZ 12 |
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Week 17: (December
4-8) |
7.8
Polygons and Polylines 7.9 Mouse
Events |
7.10 Key
Events REVIEW |
PROGRAMMING
ASSIGNMENT 5 due 12/4 |
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Week 18: (December) |
FINAL EXAM |
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Please return
the following information to me as soon as possible.
CPSC 1301
(CRN 81291) Fall 2006
Student’s name: ___________________________________ (please print)
Where can I reach you in case it becomes necessary? **
Email address that you use regularly: _____________________________________
Phone number(s): ____________________________________________________
Declaration: I have read, understood and agree to abide by the policies mentioned in the syllabus pertaining to the course. In particular, I agree to abide by the assignment policy/late work policy, attendance policy, academic dishonesty policy, website policy and exam policy.
(You must sign and date below).
Signature: _______________________________ Date: ________________
** Optional
information