ClassInfo

CSC 373 Computer Systems I

Winter 2004-2005
Class number: 23569
Section number: 803
M 5:45PM - 9:00PM
LEWIS 01508 Loop Campus

Summary

Basic concepts in computer systems and their effect on program performance. Information representations, assembly language and debuggers, memory hierarchy, virtual memory, basic system-level I/O, networking and network programming.



Texts

The required text for this course is:

Computer Systems Computer Systems: A Programmer's Perspective,  Bryant, Randall E.  and O'Hallaron, David R., Prentice Hall, 2003.  ISBN: 0-13-034074-X   
Course Materials for Instructors and Students


Grading

The 6 homework assignments will be worth 60% and the 2 quizzes will be 10% of the course grade. The midterm exam (Jan 31) and the final exam (Mar 14) will be 15% each. Both midterm and final exams will be closed book and closed notes.

Quizes will be take home and due at noon of the second day (Wed.)



Prerequisites

The prerequisite is a programming course in Java. This prerequisite can be satisfied by CSC211, CSC224, or by CSC396. There will also be some programming in the C language, but this will be introduced as needed and is not assumed as a prerequisite.


Introduction to computer systems: ch.1

C-language primer ; UNIX programming concepts Representations of data: ch. 2 Assembly Language Programming: ch. 3 Midterm Assembly language programming and using a debugger: ch. 3 Memory hierarchies: ch. 6, quiz 1 Virtual memory: ch. 10 Basic I/O: ch. 11.1-11.4, quiz 2 Basic network programming: ch. 12

School policies:

Changes to Syllabus

This syllabus is subject to change as necessary during the quarter. If a change occurs, it will be thoroughly addressed during class, posted under Announcements in D2L and sent via email.

Online Course Evaluations

Evaluations are a way for students to provide valuable feedback regarding their instructor and the course. Detailed feedback will enable the instructor to continuously tailor teaching methods and course content to meet the learning goals of the course and the academic needs of the students. They are a requirement of the course and are key to continue to provide you with the highest quality of teaching. The evaluations are anonymous; the instructor and administration do not track who entered what responses. A program is used to check if the student completed the evaluations, but the evaluation is completely separate from the student’s identity. Since 100% participation is our goal, students are sent periodic reminders over three weeks. Students do not receive reminders once they complete the evaluation. Students complete the evaluation online in CampusConnect.

Academic Integrity and Plagiarism

This course will be subject to the university's academic integrity policy. More information can be found at http://academicintegrity.depaul.edu/ If you have any questions be sure to consult with your professor.

All students are expected to abide by the University's Academic Integrity Policy which prohibits cheating and other misconduct in student coursework. Publicly sharing or posting online any prior or current materials from this course (including exam questions or answers), is considered to be providing unauthorized assistance prohibited by the policy. Both students who share/post and students who access or use such materials are considered to be cheating under the Policy and will be subject to sanctions for violations of Academic Integrity.

Academic Policies

All students are required to manage their class schedules each term in accordance with the deadlines for enrolling and withdrawing as indicated in the University Academic Calendar. Information on enrollment, withdrawal, grading and incompletes can be found at http://www.cdm.depaul.edu/Current%20Students/Pages/PoliciesandProcedures.aspx.

Students with Disabilities

Students who feel they may need an accommodation based on the impact of a disability should contact the instructor privately to discuss their specific needs. All discussions will remain confidential.
To ensure that you receive the most appropriate accommodation based on your needs, contact the instructor as early as possible in the quarter (preferably within the first week of class), and make sure that you have contacted the Center for Students with Disabilities (CSD) at:
Lewis Center 1420, 25 East Jackson Blvd.
Phone number: (312)362-8002
Fax: (312)362-6544
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