Be able to convert a problem statement into the logic for a computer
program (algorithm development).
Be able to debug (get rid of syntax and runtime errors) a computer
program.
Be able to test a program for correctness (no logic errors) and then
fix those errors when found.
Course Policies:
Students with disabilities: Students with disabilities who believe
they may need accommodations in this class are encouraged to contact the
Disability Access Center (970) 351-2289 as soon as possible to better ensure
that accommodations are implemented in a timely fashion.
Late Assignments: All assignments should be turned in on time.
Late assignments if accepted, will have 10% of the total points subtracted
per day weekday late.
Test Dates: Please notice the test dates. These dates are firm
and will not be changed except if all class members agree. You are
expected to be there except under very extreme circumstances. Under these
extreme circumstances, please call and leave voice mail before the
test time. If you know now that you will not be able to attend a test,
see me now, otherwise I will assume that you have set these dates aside.
Grading: The overall scores in the class will be the sum of
scores on tests and programming assignments. Approximately 60% will be
from tests and 40% from assigned programming exercises. The grades will
be determined from these scores using the following table. It is possible
the cutoffs may be lower but will not be higher than those listed.
A 89.5 - 100.0
B 79.5 - 89.4
C 69.5 - 79.4
D 59.5 - 69.4
F 0.0 - 59.4
Cheating policy:
Examinations and homework are to be done by the enrolled student, with
no help from another student. The student must follow the rules of the
class regarding the taking of examinations.
Programming assignments are to be completed by the enrolled student.
Students may receive help from another student, the instructor, or a consultant
in gaining understanding of a concept or a question. Once that concept
or question is understood the student is required to follow through on
his/her own to complete the assignment.
Programs which are identical or have identical parts and with identical
mistakes will be taken as a sign of cheating.
Cheating on an examination, homework, or program, will
result in a maximum of a zero for that exam or homework.
In a second proved instance of cheating the student will receive
a maximum of an F in the class with a report being placed in the
student's university file.
Attendance policy: Attendance is expected but not required.
However, the student will receive information in class that will help him/her
learn the material and consequently help with homework and tests. From
past experience, students who don't attend class end up learning less and
consequently get poorer grades. If a student cuts class repeatedly
and has trouble with the homework and/or tests, the instructor will be
very unsympathetic toward the student and will not give the student the
benefit of the doubt on final grades.
Date page last modified and links checked: January 10, 2004
Contact for information or technical questions: tscott@fisher.unco.edu