ClassInfo

CSC 401 Introduction to Programming

Dolores Kalayta

Office: CDM 617
Winter 2018-2019
Class number: 26053
Section number: 820
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ONLIN E0000 Online Campus

Summary

An introduction to programming with a focus on problem solving, structured programming, and algorithm design with a gentle introduction to efficiency. Concepts covered include data types, expressions, variables, assignments, conditional and iterative structures, functions, file input/output, exceptions, namespaces, and recursion.


This is an online class. There are no face-to-face class meetings. This is NOT a self-paced class. There are weekly deadlines for readings, video lecture viewings, and assignments.

This is a first programming course for students who have never had a term of programming or its equivalent. It is assumed that students have no prior experience with a programming language.



Texts

Introduction to Computing Using Python, 2nd edition, Ljubomir Perkovic, Wiley, 2015, ISBN (ebook): 978-1-118-89105-6; ISBN (paperback):978-1-118-89094-3


Grading

Assignments (homework): 35%
Proctored Midterm Exam: 30%
Proctored Final Exam: 35%


Prerequisites

None.


Software

Install on your laptop/desktop: Python, version 3.6.2 or higher. Python is available as a free download from http://www.python.org/downloads/ and it comes with a simple development environment called IDLE.
It is expected you have the necessary skills to download the software and install on your computer.


Exams

Exams will be proctored at DePaul University College of Computing and Digital Media on the loop campus. You need to register for exams in D2L Desire to Learn. The exam scheduling window will be opened about 2 weeks before the exam week. You will receive an email when scheduling is available.
Please review the proctored exams overview and policies webpages http://www.cdm.depaul.edu/onlinelearning/Pages/Exams.aspx.
Proctored midterm exam is tentatively scheduled for Feb. 9th - Feb. 13th and the proctored final exam is tentatively scheduled for Mar. 16th - Mar. 20th.
Make-up exams will not be given. If exceptional circumstance arise, please contact your instructor as soon as possible before the exam to discuss alternative scheduling arrangements.


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