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Spring, 2012 Syllabus
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Instructor |
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Office Hours |
Dr. Michael T. Marsh |
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12:50 - 1:50 TTh |
336 Grove Hall |
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9:30 - 12:30 W |
477-1766 |
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email: mtmars@ship.edu
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Course Materials: There should be two items available at
the CUB bookstore in January.
1. ISM 340 classnotes - this is REQUIRED. (It is cheap,
about $10.00, and only available at the CUB bookstore.)
2. Introduction to Programming with C++ (2nd ed)
by Liang. Text website is
http://www.pearsonhighered.com/product?ISBN=0136097200
The software package you will need is Visual C++ 2010 Express Edition.
How to get it will be covered the first day of class.
Course Description:
Introduces the C++ programming language. Topics include: basic
understanding of C++ programming constructs, syntax fundamentals, variables,
operators, conditional statements, loops, functions, arrays, structures,
classes, pointers, and file manipulation. Debugging strategies and techniques,
documentation, and implementation of business-oriented applications are
common threads throughout the course.. No prior programming experience
is required. Prerequisite: ISM142 or permission of the instructor.
Course Procedures and Policies:
- Lectures - In general, lectures will follow the course outline (provided
separately). Maximum student participation will be encouraged. Computer
usage in class will be an integral part of the course.
- Homework - Students will be called upon to discuss techniques, interpretations,
experiences, etc in class. To understand the material and to do well
in the course it is essential that you keep up with the readings, programming
assignments, and exercises. Programming is very time-consuming. Typically,
for every class period, 2-3 hours of high quality study outside
of class, is needed to earn an above average grade.
- Evaluation and grades - Your final course letter grade will be calculated
as follows:
Two concept exams: lowest one weighted 15%; highest, weighted
20% (open-book, open-notes, closed calculator, closed-computer, closed-neighbor)
Two programming exams (one of which is the final): lowest one
weighted 15%; highest, weighted 20%; (open everything except neighbor)
Homework portfolio, 30% (this is an organized collection of homework
assignments, due last day of class, individual effort. IMPORTANT - DO
NOT GET BEHIND ON THIS!)
(Tentative dates for the exams are given in the course
outline.)
Use your final numerical average to determine your course letter grade
from the table below:
A >= 90% |
B >= 80% |
C >= 70% |
D >= 60% |
F < 60% |
Plus and minus grades are not typically given.
THERE ARE NO PROVISION FOR INDIVIDUAL EXTRA CREDIT!
(Note: I know members of a class frequently work together and compare
work. I encourage some degree of cooperation among members of the class.
However, I expect any work you turn in for a grade to be your own. Copying
another student's assignment and presenting it as your own work comes
under the heading of Academic Dishonesty. See page 25 of the 2011-13
undergraduate catalog.)
There are no provisions for exams or tests to be given at other than
the specified time and date. Under unusual circumstances, however, missed
exams may be made up if you provide appropriate documentation
meeting the requirements for excused absences. Some examples are illness,
family crisis, and university-associated travel (arts, sports, etc.)
- Attendance - You are expected to attend every class. Plan not only
to show up but also to take notes, to participate, to think, and to
speak! You will receive a zero for missed exams and assignments or projects
not turned in when due. Your final letter
grade will be lowered one letter grade if you have more than 5 unexcused
absences. More than 10 will result in a failing grade for the course.
Classroom Procedures, Policies, and Guidelines
- My goal is to provide a learning environment that is relaxed and comfortable
for all students and the instructor. To that end, I provide the following
guidelines for classroom demeanor.
- Classroom computers - Don't use the computer for games, email,
recreational internet surfing, etc during the class period.
I know it is tempting and convenient to use the computers for recreation
during class time. In this class, however, there is far too
much computer work related to course material for you to spend time
on activities other than those related to the class. If you think you
are all caught up and have nothing else productive you can do, raise
your hand and I will provide you with meaningful, educational activities.
You may bring your own laptop to class.
- Changing sections - Do not ask to sit in with another section unless
you will miss your regularly scheduled class for a legitimate (from
my perspective) reason. These might include health care appointments,
school sponsored events, and other similar scheduling conflicts not
associated with poor time management on your part. You need to let me
know well in advance, as some sections are full.
- Food and drink - No food. Drinks must be in a spillproof container.
- Cell Phone Policy. TURN THEM TO SILENT OR VIBRATE
BEFORE CLASS STARTS AND PUT THEM IN YOUR PURSE OR BACKPACK - DO NOT
PLACE THEM ON THE DESKTOP. Of course I don't have to tell you that
as it is common sense. I reserve the right to answer any cell phone
that rings during class! This often provides a grand source of entertainment
for the rest of the class and me. This includes texting. WHEN I AM LECTURING
DO NOT TEXT-that is simply rude behavior. Do not try to hide your cell
phone in your lap and surreptitiously (look it up!) read or send text
messages. You may send/receive a SHORT text when you are working on
an exercise.. Also, you can live without music for an hour - remove
earbuds from your ears during the class.
- Arrivals and departures - Treat the class as a business meeting -
come prepared, well rested, alert, and on time. Arrive in time to socialize,
dig through your backpack, and generally get prepared before the class
starts. If you must leave early, just let me know and it will present
no problem. If you are too tired to keep your head off the desk, don't
bother coming to class. If you find yourself becoming drowsy, a remarkably
effective remedy is to stand up and go to the back of the classroom
- remain standing as long as necessary.
- Special circumstances - If you have recurring health problems, sensitive
emotional, personal, or family problems, a learning disability, or other
circumstances that may affect your performance in the class, provide
me as much information as you are comfortable with. Please do so early
in the semester, don't wait until it is too late to make equitable adjustments
and prevent a solvable problem from becoming a full-blown crisis. If
you have a learning disability documented with the Office of Social
Equity see me soon so we can arrange the appropriate evaluation protocol.
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