CSC 175 01 – INTRODUCTION TO ALGORITHMS

Instructor: Dr. Chuck Lillie	Semester: Spring 2007
Class Location: Science 1256	Time: MWF 9:00 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.
Section: 01

Description

This course 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.

Course Materials

Textbook: Y. Daniel Liang, Introduction to Java Programming Fundamentals First, 6^th Edition

Prerequisites:

None.

Corequisite:

CSC 176

Course Content:

The course will cover most of chapters 1 – 8 of the textbook and other material as time permits.
Lectures discussing object oriented development and Java programming constructs.
Java language programming projects that apply 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

Assignments

Office Hours

Office: Science 1219

Phone: 521-6415

E-mail: lilliec@uncp.edu

Office Hours: M 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM, 2:30 to 5:00 PM

W 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM, 2:30 to 3:30 PM

F 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM

Other times by appointment

Open door indicates unscheduled office hours

Course Links

Tutorial on Java Programming

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 penalty points deducted. 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

Name	Weight
Homework	15%
Programming	15%
Tests	45% (15% each)
Final Exam	25%

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. 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.

UNCP Academic Honor Code

Please note that the use of University computers, as well as E-mail and Internet communications is for University-related business only.

Dates

Last day to drop the class with W: Monday, March 19, 2007

Final Exam: Monday, April 30, 2007, 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, Career Services Center, 521-6270.

Updated June 28, 2006 | lilliec@uncp.edu