CS 23021 (Spring 2006) - Introduction to Object Oriented Programming

Section 001

Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9:55 - 10:45 a.m., Room 115 MSB, Call No. 11724

Instructor

Dr. L. Gwenn Volkert, Ph.D

Homepage	http://www.cs.kent.edu/~volkert
Office	233 MSB
Phone & VoiceMail	(330) 672-9037
Mailbox	233 MSB
Email	volkert@cs.kent.edu
Office Hours	Monday and Wednesday 10:55 am - 12:30 pm, other times may be scheduled by appointment.
Class Website	http://www.cs.kent.edu/~volkert/CS23021/S06

DESCRIPTION

This is a programming course that also introduces the object oriented programming paradigm. Object Oriented Programming is the most important and dominant programming approach today. Object Oriented Programming is quite different than functional or procedural programming, and it is difficult to learn on your own. This course is concerned primarily with beginning programmers who have never programmed in the C++ language. The course will focus on programming correctly in C++ by teaching structured and object oriented programming techniques, and proper program design. Students will design, develop, write (translate), compile, execute and debug C++ programs throughout the course. Hands-on programming will be a key part of the course. Please note that this course, CS 23021, is a prerequisite for CS 33001, Data Structures. A grade of C (2.0 honor points) or better in CS 23021 is required to take CS 33001. Note that a grade of C- (1.7 honor points) will NOT meet this requirement. Please see http://www.cs.kent.edu/programs/ugrad/planner.html for additional details.

OBJECTIVES

Introduce a disciplined approach to problem solving methods and algorithm development.
Basic program development, including design, coding (translating), debugging, and testing.
Basic language statements - syntax, semantics, usage of the C++ language
Functions - syntax, semantics, usage, functional abstraction
Familiarity with strings and vectors
Types - syntax, semantics, usage
Structures
Introduce the basics of classes (limited)
Pointers and dynamic memory for single objects (if time permits)
Correct translation of algorithm into program
Basic tool usage - editor (emacs or vi), compiler (g++), shell (bash), search tools (grep)

PREREQUISITES

CS10051 Introduction to Computer Science or CS10061 Intro to Computer programming or permission from the instructor

TEXTBOOK

Problem Solving With C++, The Object of Programming, 5th edition, Walter Savitch, Addison Wesley, ISBN: 0-321-26865-2, 2001.

GRADING

Homework Assignments (~4-7) 10%
Programming Assignments (~4-5) 25%
Midterm Exams (2 @ 20% each 40%
Final Exam (comprehensive) 25%

Letter grades will be assigned according to the following percentages. Plus/Minus grades will be given.

93% <= A <= 100%

90% <= A- < 93%

87% <= B+ < 90%

83% <= B < 87%

80% <= B- < 83%

77% <= C+ < 80%

73% <= C < 77%

70% <= C- < 73%

67% <= D+ < 70%

60% <= D < 67%

0% <= F < 59%

93%	<=	A	<=	100%
90%	<=	A-	<	93%
87%	<=	B+	<	90%
83%	<=	B	<	87%
80%	<=	B-	<	83%
77%	<=	C+	<	80%
73%	<=	C	<	77%
70%	<=	C-	<	73%
67%	<=	D+	<	70%
60%	<=	D	<	67%
0%	<=	F	<	59%

HOMEWORK DETAILS

Details on individual programming assignments and the detailed requirements for them will be given when they are assigned. The general program requirements listed on the course website apply to all programs.

Programming assignments are due on specified days. Turning in a programming assignment typically consists of turning in design and development documentation, an electronic copy of the program listing, and possibly other items specific to individual problems. The electronic copies of source code must be committed to the course svn repository before class begins on the due date and any required hardcopy materials must be turned in no later than the beginning of class on the due date.

To enable the grader to promptly grade and return your homework assignment, late assignments will not be accepted without a valid excuse.

EXAMS

The course includes two midterm exams and a comprehensive final exam. The midterm exams will cover the material presented in the lectures, homework assignments, and reading assignments for all dates preceding the date of the exam. Make-up tests will only be given in the case of an excused absence or a documented, valid emergency. If you anticipate missing a test see me ahead of time and we will make arrangements to reschedule it. No tests are dropped.

Two Mid-term exams are tenatively scheduled for the following dates:

Mid-Term Exam I - Monday, March 6, 2006
Mid-Term Exam II - Wednesday, April 14, 2006

Any changes to these dates will be announced in class at least 1 week prior to the new exam date. The new data will also be announced on the course website.

STUDENT EXPECTATIONS

This is a computer programming course. Computer programming is best learned by actually writing computer programs. You will need to spend a lot of time designing, writing and debugging programs.
Start work on a programming assignment as soon as possible after it is given. This will allow you to discover things that aren't clear to you and ask questions about them. It is hard to write a program quickly at the last minute, it is highly recommended to avoid this situation. Also, unforeseen circumstances often occur.
Attendance is necessary and expected. It is up to the student to make up any missed material. If a class is missed it is best to get notes from a fellow student (who has taken good notes). This will be the best record of what transpired during the class meeting.
You have a printer quota of 50 pages. Additional pages may be purchased at 3 cents per page. At least 24 hours must be allowed for the quota to be increased.
Please turn off any phones, beepers, or other noise-making device before class begins.
The schedule and procedures for this course are subject to change. Changes will be announced in class and posted on the course website, it is the student's responsibility to learn and adjust to changes.
If you have any problems, including understanding the material that we cover in class or using the computer, please email me and/or bring your questions/problems to office hours.

UNIVERSITY COURSE ANNOUNCEMENTS

All course assignments and exams must be done individually. Copying of another student's work or code, even if changes are subsequently made, is inappropriate, and such work or code will not be accepted. Violation of the plagiarism and cheating policy is likely to result in failure for the assignment, exam and/or course. In addition, all cases will be reported to the student conduct officer. Please see the University Policy on Academic Dishonesty.
University policy 3342-3-18 requires that students with disabilities be provided reasonable accommodations to ensure their equal access to course content. If you have a documented disability and require accommodations, please contact the instructor at the beginning of the semester to make arrangements for necessary classroom adjustments. Please note, you must first verify your eligibility for these through Student Disability Services (contact 330-672-3391 or visit www.kent.edu/sds for more information on registration procedures).