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Welcome to CSIS10A Computer Science: Beginning Programming

Welcome to CSIS10A Computer Science: Beginning Programming. Please, take a syllabus. Agenda. What is Computer Science? Welcome to the World of Programming Syllabus Compilers Bios My First Program. Computer Science Includes. Programming Languages Algorithms Software Engineering

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Welcome to CSIS10A Computer Science: Beginning Programming

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  1. Welcome to CSIS10A Computer Science: Beginning Programming Please, take a syllabus

  2. Agenda • What is Computer Science? • Welcome to the World of Programming • Syllabus • Compilers • Bios • My First Program

  3. Computer Science Includes • Programming Languages • Algorithms • Software Engineering • Computer architectures • Operating systems • Databases • Networking • The Internet • Artificial intelligence

  4. About This Class • Programming is • Problem solving • like working a crossword puzzle • A valuable technical skill • A way to automate routine PC tasks • A window into how the computer really works • A really fun activity (for some) • Games, graphics, animation, database • A really challenging activity (for some) • No one knows what makes a good programmer

  5. Syllabus • Objectives--You will be able to: • a) Solve a programming problem • b) Express your ideas in C++ • c) Debug and test your solutions for various errors • d) Document software using appropriate comments • Becoming an effective programmer is no small feat!

  6. The Content • The Three Pillars of Programming 1) Syntax: • the grammar of C++ • cout<<“Hi there”<<endl; 2) Semantics: • the meaning of C++ • display “Hi there” on screen 3) Abstraction: • How to make large program units from small Integrates content by using two substantial software projects

  7. Advisories • CSIS 1 – Web project, 5 weeks of introductory programming, • where beginners should start • MATH 263 – Algebra II: topics in algebra should be comfortable to you • CSIS 10A supports students wishing to learn a valuable skill, AND University bound transfers majoring in CS or Engineering(psst…it can be repeated)

  8. Math in this class • If you didn’t like math (algebra), you probably will have a hard time in this class(CSIS 1 recommended for a slower intro) • Solve for x: 5x + 3 = 13 • What is 8 squared? • Square root of 36 • Area of a circle of radius 2: • Average of 10, 14, 8, 4 • Convert 3 kg into lbs • Convert 43 ounces into pounds and ounces • What is 15% of $30.00 ?

  9. Keep up with the class • Every week we keep learning new material, (even if you are not here!) perfect attendance should be your goal • Extra help is available for people who need it • Steve Bruemmer, Instructional Tech, can meet with you by appt, 9 – 5, Mon-Thur, 9 – 3 Frisbruemmer@mpc.edu 646-4289

  10. Course Work • OPTION A—Foundations • 12 Laboratories x 10 pts 120 points • Project 1 25 points • Midterm 100 points • Project 2: part 1 only 25 points • Final 100 points • ----------------------------------------------------- • total 370 points

  11. Course Work • OPTION B—Challenges • 12 Laboratories x 10 pts 120 points Project 1 25 points Midterm Exam (score >95) 100 points • Project 2: part 1 25 points • Project 2: part 2 30 points ----------------------------------------------------- • total 300 points

  12. Weekly Assignments • 12 assignments • Lab Activities 6 Points • Program Problems (3) 2 Points each • Challenge Problem 4 Points • Total (Max Possible) 10 Points + 1 extra credit

  13. Tests • Tests will be open book but no computers. Highly motivated students who receive a 95% score on the midterm, and complete all regular labs and projects will be eligible for Option B Challenges, and can be excused from final (if they do the extra project2 part2)

  14. How much time does it take? • Everyone is different • Some: 5-6 hours/week for the semester • Others: can finish before class is over • It’s possible to get a decent grade and still be a bad programmer (attendance helps a lot) • It’s your future, take advantage of the opportunity • Go beyond, do a Challenge!!

  15. Free Advice • We move quickly, each week is a (small) challenge • 2) Stay on top of things or work ahead • 3) If you want to drop please take care of the paper work (I can’t read minds—do you want an F? Do you want an I? Do you want to get a grade for your work?)

  16. Class Materials • Text Book (we follow very closely) Using C++, Hennefeld, 2nd ed. Brooks/Cole, 2003 • You may want to pick up a cheap copy of • Absolute C++, Savitch, 1st or 2nd Ed (on reserve) • Misc Media (for shuttling programs) • floppy disks, CD-R, Zip, whichever you like • 3-ring binder …required for tests!!

  17. Class Web Page • CSIS 10A uses Internet heavily • Class Web site … memorize it! http://www.mpcfaculty.net/tom_rebold • follow links to CSIS 10A • You can work ahead and finish early • Email me questions and code

  18. Readings • We will follow Using C++ closely Readings are given for each assignment Reading the material before class will … • make the lectures much more useful

  19. Compilers • You can choose a number of platforms • Bloodshed DEV C++ • Free download, simple to use • Lousy Debugger but we will use in class • Microsoft Visual C++ • Not free, more complicated, larger • Available in Savitch book (on Reserve) • Microsoft Visual Studio.NET 2005 • Available free through MS E-Academy • MUCH Larger and more complicated • If you know Linux/Unix • You can get an account on terra • g++ command line compiler

  20. Please sign my Guestbook • On campus: visit • terra.mpc.edu/~tom/guests/csis10a.htm • Background • Why taking class • What your ed goals are…certificate? Xfer? What school/degree?

  21. Summary • CSIS 10A is a serious class that requires effort, but it delivers knowledge you can use now and throughout life • Everyone needs problem solving skills • Good study habits are key to success • Give yourself enough time to let problems sink in Advanced programming (CSIS 10B) will explore video game topics in Spring ‘07

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