Mathematics/Computer
Science
CSC 325-01: Fundamentals of Computer Systems
Instructor: Dr. Chuck Lillie Semester:
Spring 2003
Class Location: SCI 143 Time:
MF 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM
Section:
01
Description:
This course covers computer structure, machine language, assembly language, and addressing modes. The student will learn about file structures, I/O, memory management, assemblers, linkers, and loaders. Prerequisites: CSC 215, and CSC 275 or a B- or better in CSC 255.
Narrative:
This course will introduce the student to the architecture and native language of a computer and give the student experience in designing and implementing programs written in an assembly language. Emphasis will be given to IBM PC compatible machines. Please note that "the use of University computers, as well as E-mail and Internet communications, is for University-related business only."
Goals:
·
Comprehend
computer architecture.
·
Apply
machine-based arithmetic.
·
Construct
assembly language programs.
Objectives:
By the end of this course the student should be able to:
Course Materials:
Textbook: Assembly
Language for Intel-Based Computers, 4th ed., Kip R. Irvine, Prentice Hall,
2002
Supplemental Reading:
As needed to complete project.
Course Content:
· The course will cover most
of chapters 1-9 of the textbook, and other material as time permits.
· Lectures discussing chip-based computer architecture, machine executable operations, and assembly language programming.
· Assembly language programming projects that applies concepts discussed in lecture.
Assignments and Project:
Office Hours:
Office:
SCI 102
Email:
lilliec@uncp.edu
Phone: 910-521-6415
Office Hours: MWF 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
TR 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Or by appointment
Open door indicates unscheduled office hours
Course Links:
Exams, Homework, and Projects:
There will be 3 major tests (30%) and a comprehensive final exam (30%). In addition, I will use class participation, homework, and programming assignments (40%) to determine your grade. You are expected to request extra help if you need it. You may discuss homework with others but any code you turn in to be graded must be your own.
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 homework, projects, major tests, and final exam. Homework is due on Assignment Due Date. Your grade for that assignment is decreased
by 10% if it is one week late. If it is
later than one week, you get a score of zero.
Grade Components:
|
Name |
Weight |
|
Three
Major Tests (10% each) |
30% |
|
Programming
assignments, homework, class participation |
40% |
|
Final
Exam |
30% |
Final Grades:
|
93 – 100 = A |
88 – 89 = B+ |
78 – 79 = C+ |
68 – 69 = D+ |
Below 60 = F |
|
90 – 92 =
A- |
83 – 87 = B |
73 – 77 = C |
63 – 67 = D |
|
|
|
80 – 82 = B- |
70 – 72 = C- |
60 – 62 = D- |
|
Attendance Policy:
Attendance will be checked.
You are expected to attend and participate in all classes. If you must miss a class, you should find out
from me or from a classmate what material we covered and then study that
material yourself.
Student
Conduct & Honor Code
The UNCP Academic Honor Code
will be strictly observed in this class.
UNCP Academic Honor Code: http://www.uncp.edu/catalog99/academic.htm#honor_code
Dates:
Last day to drop classes:
March 17, 2003
Final Exam: Tuesday May 6,
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Students with
Disabilities:
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 week) as possible. All
discussions will remain confidential.
Please contact Mary Helen Walker, Disability Support Services, DF Lowry
building, 521-6695.
This syllabus is available
in alternative formats upon request.
Please contact Mary Helen Walker, Disability Support Services, DF Lowry
building, 521-6695.