Mathematics/Computer Science
CSC 175 01 – INTRODUCTION TO ALGORITHMS
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Instructor: Dr. Chuck Lillie |
Semester: Spring 2006 |
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Class Location: Science 1246 |
Time: MWF 9:00 a.m. - 9:50 a.m. |
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Section: 01 |
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Description
Introduces a two-part
survey of computing applications and algorithmic principles. This course
introduces the range of algorithmic concepts and constructs in a particular
programming language. The follow-on
course, CSC 185, extends the conceptual foundation and expands the programming
language context. Topics include data
representation, simple I/O, arrays, subprograms, searching, sorting, and
merging. Techniques of problem solving,
stepwise refinement, and documentation are also
covered.
Please note that the use of University computers, as
well as E-mail and Internet communications is for University-related business
only.
Course
Materials
Textbook
Cohoon & Davidson, Java 1.5 Program Design
Prerequisites:
None.
Corequisite:
CSC 176
Course Content:
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The course will cover most of chapters 1 – 8 of the textbook, and other material as time permits.
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Lectures discussing object oriented development and
Java programming constructs.
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Java language programming projects that applie concepts discussed in lecture.
Goals
- Develop problem statements
- Analyze problem statements
- Design Java programs
- Implement Java programs
- Evaluate and correct errors in Java programs
Objectives
By the end of the semester the student will be able to:
- Access Java environment
- Design Java programs
- Implement Java programs
- Evaluate Java programs
- Correct errors in Java programs
Assignments and Projects
Office Hours
Office: Science 1219
Phone: 521-6415
E-mail: lilliec@uncp.edu
Office
Hours: M 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM
T 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
W 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
F 2:30 PM
to 3:00 PM
Other times by appointment
Open door indicates unscheduled office hours
Course Links
http://java.sun.com/j2se/1.5.0/docs/api/index.html
http://java.sun.com/docs/codeconv/html/CodeConvTOC.doc.html
Java Tutorial from
Sun Microsystems
Exams
and Projects
The final exam is comprehensive.
Other than the final, three 1-hour tests will be given during the class hours.
Several programming projects and homework problems will be assigned. All
assignments must be completed by the due date. Late homework is
accepted, but there will be a penalty points
deduction. Homework assignments are
individual and not group assignments, unless stated otherwise.
Grading
Policy
You are responsible for all material covered in class even if you are absent. The final grade will be a weighted average of the scores in the tests, homework, programming assignments, and the final exam.
Grade
Components
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Name |
Weight |
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Homework |
15% |
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Programming |
20% |
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Tests |
45% (15% each) |
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Final Exam |
20% |
Final
Grades
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93 – 100 = A |
88 – 89 = B+ |
78 – 79 = C+ |
68 – 69 = D+ |
Below 60 = F |
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90 – 92 =
A- |
83 – 87 = B |
73 – 77 = C |
63 – 67 = D |
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80 – 82 = B- |
70 – 72 = C- |
60 – 62 = D- |
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Attendance
Policy
Attendance will be checked. To get a passing grade in the course you should attend at least 90% of the classes. Less than 90% attendance will adversely affect your grade.
Student
Conduct & Honor Code
The UNCP Academic
Honor Code will be strictly observed in this class.
Dates
Last day to drop the class with W:
Monday, March 20, 2006.
Final Exam: Wednesday, May 3, 2006,
8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Any
student with a documented disability needing academic adjustments is requested
to speak directly to Disability Support Services and the instructor, as early
in the semester (preferably within the first class week) as possible. All
discussions will remain confidential.
This
publication is available in alternative formats upon request. Please contact
Mary Helen Walker, Disability Support Services,
Updated May 19, 2005 | lilliec@uncp.edu