ClassInfo

CSC 373 Computer Systems I

Glenn Lancaster

Winter 2005-2006
Class number: 23110
Section number: 501
TuTh 3:10PM - 4:40PM
CDM 00216 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:

Bryant and O'Halloran, Computer Systems: A Programmer's Perspective, Prentice-Hall, ISBN 0-13-034074-X.

See www.addall.com to locate this book.



Grading

Homework will consist of written assignments and programming "puzzles." The purpose of both is to enhance the course material. Some classes will be scheduled in computer labs to introduce some programming tools and/or work on the "puzzles." There will be 2 quizzes and a final exam. The final course grade will be based on:

Homework      40%
Quizzes       40% (20% each)
Final         20%


Prerequisites

The prerequisite is a programming course in Java. This prerequisite can be satisfied by CSC211, CSC224, or by CSC396. However, the majority of programming for this class will be in C/C++. So knowledge of C/C++ would also suffice for the programming prerequisite. It is NOT assumed that you know C/C++. Features of C/C++ needed for this course will be a small subset of C/C++ and will not be equivalent to a comprehensive coverage of that language.



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
TTY: (773)325.7296