Course Objectives
The
goal of this course is to provide an introduction to applications software
design using structured programming concepts. Includes techniques for
algorithm development, coding and testing. This course also provides an
introduction to C++ syntax and logic. It not only introduces a variety of C++
concepts, but also discusses the most significant aspects of object-oriented
programming. In addition to explaining concepts, the course uses programming
assignments to reinforce the material in each chapter.
Corequisite: CGS1000
Instructor
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Name |
Debbie Reid |
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Office number |
N-211 |
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Office phone |
(352) 395-4402 |
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Office hours |
M |
12:00pm
– 3:00pm online* |
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T |
11:00am
– 1:00pm |
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W |
9:00am
– 12:00pm online* |
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H |
11:00am
– 1:00pm |
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F |
By
appointment only |
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E-mail |
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Instructor Web
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*Please
email me via Angel, use the discussion board in Angel or let me know you are in
a chat room where I can find you. My
office hours will be held online only. If
you want to meet to discuss an issue, please contact me to set up an
appointment time. It is possible that
I may be with another student. Please be
patient.
Course Policies
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For classes that meet on campus,
attendance is required. Regular attendance in both lecture and lab will
be critical to success in this course. It will help guide you toward
successful completion of your projects and assignments. Students are
responsible for getting all work and lecture notes missed due to absence.
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You must turn in all assignments on
the due date by the time and method indicated in the instructions. No
extensions are given for any
reason; therefore you must make sure to start on assignments early. It is
understood that computers are not perfect. However an excuse such as, "the
computer wasn’t working" is not acceptable because you can always use
another computer in the labs provided at Santa Fe College.
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If all of your assignments are
turned in on time, the lowest assignment grade will be dropped.
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Finals week will consist of meeting
at our designated time and taking a Final Exam.
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All quizzes will be announced in
advance. No make-up quizzes will be given under any
circumstances.
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For classes that meet on campus,
class sessions will include lectures, presentations, and discussions as well as
hands-on projects. When the instructor asks for your attention, discontinue
working on the computer. No one may work on the computer during lectures,
presentations, and discussions unless instructed to do so.
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Assignments must be organized and
submitted following the course guidelines and in the specified format.
Depending on the assignment this might include any or all of the following:
submitting a disk, submitting a printout, uploading to the Web, sending via
e-mail, or uploading to an Angel dropbox. Methods other than those specified
are not acceptable.
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All work must be completed using Visual
Studio.NET2008. Note that if you submit work completed in
programs other than the designated ones, the assignment cannot be accepted.
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If you are working on assignments at
home, it is your responsibility to maintain your computer system. Requirements
cannot be waived due to problems with your hardware, software, or Internet
connection. Campus labs can be used to complete your work.
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Do not tamper, in any way, with the
setup of our lab computers unless you are specifically instructed to do so.
This can be quite disruptive to the conduct of our classes. “Unauthorized
modification of the system setup of
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College regulations specify that
“food and drink cannot be used in classrooms.” This includes our computer labs.
Adhere to this policy at all times.
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Learning should be fun and we want
you to enjoy class but in an atmosphere that is suitable for a college course.
Maintain a courteous and professional demeanor toward your classmates and
instructor. Arrive on time and inform your instructor if you need to leave
early. Communicate in an appropriate manner in classroom and on-line
discussions. Courtesy also includes avoiding the use of cellular phones or
other noisy electronic devices during class and not reading e-mail, playing
games, sleeping, or chatting during lectures and presentations.
Academic
Integrity
The highest level of academic integrity is
expected in this course. Make sure that
the work you submit is original and of your own creation. Copying or imitating someone else’s work and
presenting it as your own is a serious violation of academic integrity. This pertains to your projects and homework
assignments as well as exams. The
consequences for academic dishonesty can be severe, including but not limited
to, a failing grade in the course or expulsion from the Florida College and
University System. For further
information, refer to the Student Conduct Code, Article IV, Academic Dishonesty
at the Santa Fe College’s Human Resources Policies website.
Course Materials
Required
Simply
C++ An Application-Driven Tutorial Approach, by Deitel
ISBN:
978-0-13-142660-3
Optional
USB Flash Drive
Grading
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Grade Calculation |
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Grade Scale |
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Quizzes |
35% |
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90 |
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100 |
A |
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Projects |
50% |
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87 |
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89 |
B+ |
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Final Exam |
15% |
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80 |
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86 |
B |
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77 |
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79 |
C+ |
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70 |
- |
76 |
C |
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67 |
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69 |
D+ |
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60 |
- |
66 |
D |
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0 |
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59 |
F |
Grading Standards
Grading will be
based on objective standards as well as such subjective criteria as overall
impression, thoroughness, attention to detail, and extra effort. Completing the
minimum requirements does not guarantee an A grade for projects and
assignments. Excellent grades are reserved for outstanding work. Also, it is
your instructor’s prerogative not to accept sloppy or incomplete assignments.
Important Dates
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August
23 |
Classes Begin |
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August
27 |
Last day to drop and receive a refund |
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Sept
6 |
Labor Day Holiday – College Closed |
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Oct
15 |
UF Homecoming – College Closed |
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Nov
2 |
Last Day to withdraw and receive a "W" |
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Nov
11 |
Veteran’s Day Holiday – College Closed |
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Nov
25 – 26 |
Thanksgiving Holidays – College Closed |
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Dec
3 |
Classes End |
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Dec
6 |
Final Exams begin |
Withdrawals and Incompletes
If you fall behind in the course, you
should strongly consider withdrawing. However, you should discuss this option
with the instructor prior to making a decision. Check the Important Dates
section for the last day to withdraw and receive a W as a grade.
An Incomplete
grade will be given only in situations where a student has successfully
completed nearly all of the semester coursework and has experienced an
emergency situation at the end of the term. The circumstances must be
documented and the student must contact the instructor prior to the end of
final exam week in order to agree on incomplete terms, deadlines, etc.
Americans with Disabilities Act (
If you are a
student with a disability: In compliance with Santa Fe College policy and equal
access laws, your instructor is available to discuss appropriate academic
accommodations that you may require as a student with a disability. Request for
academic accommodations need to be made during the first week of the semester
(except for unusual circumstances) so arrangements can be made. You must be
registered with Disabilities Resource Center (DRC) in S-229 for disability verification
and determination of reasonable academic accommodations.
Discrimination/Harassment Policy
Santa Fe College prohibits any form of discrimination or sexual harassment among students, faculty and staff. For further information, refer to the Santa Fe College Human Resources Policies website.
Agreement to Syllabus
This syllabus is
a contract between you and your instructor. To continue in this course you are
required to send a message to your instructor via Angel class email. In this
message the following message must be included. “I have read, understand, and
agree to the terms of the course syllabus.”
Course Schedule
See the Angel calendar for the course
schedule.