Department of Computer Science - CS113
Introduction to Computer Science
Spring 2007 Syllabus
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INFORMATION!
Prerequisite:
none.
Course Description: Introduction to computer programming together
with the consideration of the impact of computers on society. Emphasis on logical problem-solving and algorithms. No
credit given to students with credit for CS 151, 213 or MATH 446, 471.
Instructor: Irena
Pevac
Phone: 832-2721
Email: pevac @ ccsu.edu
Office: Maria Sanford 303
Office Hours: MW
TR
Textbook: Schneider: An Intro to Programming using
Visual Basic 6.0 Prentice Hall, Fourth ed, 2004
Topics Covered:
Course Requirements: Three
tests, three projects, and final exam.
“A general rule for
any college course is that you are expected to put in at least 2 hours of work
outside of class for every hour in class.” For
this course, the expectation is at least 5 hours per week outside of class.
University Policies:
1. You
must take the final examination at the time specified in the course selection
book.
2. If you need course adaptations or
accommodations because of a disability, if you have emergency medical
information to share with me, or if you need special arrangements in case the
building must be evacuated, please make an appointment with me as soon as
possible. My telephone numbers and
office hours are given above.
3. In the
event of a weather emergency which requires curtailment or cancellation of
classes, listen to WTIC (1080 AM) or call (860) 832-3333 for the “general snow
message.”
4. The
last day to withdraw from a course is October 31. Approvals for withdrawal are not required;
however, it is strongly recommended that students consult with their academic
advisors prior to deciding to withdraw.
Cessation of attendance, notice to the instructor, or telephone calls to
the
After October 31 withdrawals are allowed only under
extenuating circumstances and require approval of the course instructor,
department chair and dean of the
5. You are responsible for understanding and abiding by the
University’s policy on academic integrity.
Information on the policy may be found at http://www.ccsu.edu/AcademicIntegrity/. This policy is rigorously enforced by the
Department of Mathematical Sciences.
Resources Available:
1. If you need help, take advantage of your
instructor's office hours. Do not wait
until just before the first test to do so.
2. The Computer Club meets regularly in MS 314.
Free tutoring is often available from Club members as well as from UPE
members. A schedule for hours the MS 314
lab is open will be posted soon after the beginning of the semester.
3. Form a study group with other students in
your section. Explaining solutions to
homework problems and projects with each other is a good way to learn.
4. Check with the department secretary, in MS
206, phone 860.832.2710 for the names of possible tutors.
Evaluation
Minimum
averages have been established for each of these grades:
A 93% A– 90% B+ 87% B 83% B– 80% C+ 77% C 73% C– 70% D+ 67%
D 63% D– 60%
The
average for the course will be based on the following weights: 15 points for
each of the two tests, 10 points for the final exam, 15
points for each of the three projects.
Schedule of Important Dates
T1 -
T2 -
T3 -
Final Exam