CS 10051-003/004 Introduction to Computer Science

Spring 2008 Syllabus

Section 003/004, Call Numbers 12164, 12165: MWF 12:05-12:55 MSB 228

Instructor

Shannon Steinfadt                                              MSB 357, (330) 672-2074
ssteinfa@cs.kent.edu                                         Office hours = MW 13:00-14:00, T 15:30-16:00
http://www.cs.kent.edu/~ssteinfa

Course Description

This course provides an overview of Computer Science. It covers the basic concepts of solving problems with the aid of a computer. Topics covered include algorithm design, problem solving, operating system concepts, architecture and programming languages.

Text

Invitation to Computer Science, C++ Version by G. Michael Schneider and Judith L. Gersting; 4th Edition, Thompson/Course Technology, ISBN: 13:978-1-4239-0141-9

Class Web Page

The web page for this class is at http://www.cs.kent.edu/~ssteinfa/classes/intro.sp08. The web page contains links to the current class syllabus, lecture notes, assignments, and announcements. You need to check the web page on a regular basis.

Prerequisites

Two years of high school algebra

Lab

This course has Lab exercises. The Lab is mandatory and your attendance is required. Your lab assignments will account for 30% of your overall grade.

Final Exam

The final exam is worth 20%. The final will be held on Tuesday, May 6 from 10:15 am - 12:30 pm.

Grading

A student's performance is based on three tests, a comprehensive final exam, homework and laboratory work.

The Computer Science Department's Standard Percentage for +/- grading will be used for this course. Number scores are not converted to letter grades until the end of the semester.

Attendance and Policies

The student is responsible for obtaining missed notes, assignments, and completing the lab exercises. Late assignments will not be accepted without a valid excuse. In the event that a student misses a test or assignment, a zero may be assigned for the test / assignment score. A make-up exam may be allowed only in the case of an excused absence or a documented valid emergency.

If a student will be unable to attend a class, please let the instructor know in advance. I reserve the right to give “pop quizzes” without prior notice that will count toward your course grade under Homework.

Cheating will not be tolerated. Any work that you do for this class is to be your own. A student who knowingly assists another student in cheating is considered as guilty as the one receiving the help. Any violation means that the work will not be accepted and further action may be taken.

Please turn off all cell phones, pagers, or similar devices before coming to class.

Need Help?

If you have any problems or comments with regard to this class, I encourage you to speak with me first. If you do not feel comfortable speaking with me or if you feel I have not sufficiently addressed your concerns then you may speak with the course coordinator Dr. Samba / asamba@cs.kent.edu. His office is in 256 MSB.

Students with Disabilities

In accordance with the University policy 3342-3-18, if you have a documented disability and require accommodations to obtain equal access in this course, please contact the instructor at the beginning of the semester or when given an assignment for which an accommodation is required. Students with disabilities must first verify their eligibility through the office of Student Disability Services (SDS) in the Michael Schwartz Services Center (330-672-3391). Information on SDS registration procedures is available at http://www.kent.edu/sds.

Updated: January 14, 2008