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Textbooks:I. WEEK/CHAPTER/TOPIC BASIS:
- A Structured Programming Approach Using C, Second Edition, by Forouzan, Behrouz & Gilberg, Richard, Brooks/Cole – Thomson Learning.
- The Dictionary of Standard C, by Rex Jasechke, Prentice Hall.
II. COURSE OBJECTIVES:
Week Topic 1 Introduction to Programming and Logic; Top-Down Program Development 2 Compile/Link/Execute/Print; Structure of a C Program; Identifiers; Flowchart, Pseudocode 3 Statements; Constants; Formatted Input/Output 4 Mixed Type Expressions; Addresses; Review; Test 1
Software Engineering and Programming Style5 Functions in C; User-Defined Functions; Standard Library Functions; Scope;
Software Engineering and Programming Style6 Logical Data and Operators; Two-way Selection; If…else; Multiway Selection;
Software Engineering and Programming Style7 Repetition; Initialization and Updating; Loops in C; While/for/do . . . while Loops 8 Text Files; Standard Library Input/Output Functions; Formatted Input/Output Functions; Character Input/Output Functions 9 Review; Test 2; Arrays in C; Two-Dimensional Arrays 10 Arrays and Functions 11 Sorting/Searching; Software Engineering and Programming Style 12 Pointers; Pointer Constants; Pointer Variables; Pointer Declaration and Definition; Initialization of Pointer Variables 13 Pointers and Functions; Arrays and Pointers;
Software Engineering and Programming Style14 C Strings; Strings and Characters; String Input/Output Functions 15 Final Exam Period
III. INSTRUCTIONAL PROCESSES: Students will
- Understand the syntax and semantics of C Programming language. II III IV VI VII VIII IX XI XII
- Write C programs to solve a wide variety of problems. II III IV VI VII VIII IX XI XII
- Reinforce structured programming concepts. I III V VI VII IX X XI
- Acquire problem-solving and programming skills with top-down design principles. V, VI, IX, X, XII
- Understand the basic logic of algorithms and apply them to programming. V, VI, X, XI, XII
- Obtain the basic understanding of software development. III, IV, V, VI, VII, XI
IV. EXPECTATIONS FOR STUDENT PERFORMANCE: The student should be able to
- Gain proficiency in an industry standard operating system. Technological Literacy, Active Learning
- Gain proficiency in an industry standard high-level programming language. Technological Literacy, Mathematics Outcome, Active Learning, Communication
- Learn to analyze and solve problems using structured analytical techniques. Technological Literacy, Mathematics Outcome, Active Learning,
- Use professionally accepted methods and materials in completion of applications. Technological Literacy, Transitional Strategy, Active Learning.
- Use professional tools to produce software components and documentations. Technological Literacy, Transitional Strategy, Active Learning
- Plan the logic for complete business programs. Technological Literacy, Mathematics Outcome, Active Learning, Communication.
V. EVALUATION:
- Recognize basic data types. A, B
- Use arithmetic, logical and conditional operators. A, B, D
- Use data conversions and casts. A B
- Use arrays, strings and pointers. A, B, D
- Use program control structures. A, B, C, D
- Use library and programmer developed functions. A, B, C
- Use parameter passing. A, B, C
- Understand storage classes and their usage. A, B, C
- Use the preprocessor and macro substitution. A, B, C
- Relate external files. A, B, C
- Maintain portability of C programs. B, C
- Understand aspects of computer problem-solving. D,E
- Learn fundamental algorithms. D, E
- Write well-structured programs. A, D, E, F
VI. POLICIES:
- Testing Procedure:
Students are evaluated primarily on the basis of tests and laboratory assignments. Each instructor must provide full details the first week of class via a syllabus supplement. A minimum of three tests is recommended. Tests will cover material presented in class. Tests are not to be missed without a valid excuse.
- Laboratory Expectations:
Lab attendance is required. Assignments will be given and must be completed and handed in at the designated date. The student is expected to turn in all required documentation for each lab.
- Field Work:
N/A
- Other Evaluation Methods:
Class participation, quizzes and homework will also comprise the final grade for the course.
- Grading Scale:
93 – 100 A 88 – 92 B+ 83 – 87 B 78 – 82 C+ 73 – 77 C 65 – 72 D Below 65 F
- Attendance Policy:
Pellissippi State Technical Community College expects students to attend all scheduled instructional activities. As a minimum, students in all courses must be present for at least 75 percent of their scheduled class and laboratory meetings in order to receive credit for the course. [NOTE: No differentiation is noted for excused/unexcused absences. These will be treated as an absence.] (Pellissippi State, 2004-2006 Catalog, page 83)
- Academic Dishonesty:
Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty are prohibited. Students guilty of academic misconduct, either directly or indirectly through participation or assistance, are immediately responsible to the instructor of the class. In addition to other possible disciplinary sanctions which may be imposed through the regular Pellissippi State procedures as a result of academic misconduct, the instructor has the authority to assign an F or a zero for the exercise or examination or to assign an F in the course. (Pellissippi State, 2004-2006 Catalog, pages 62-63)
- Computer Usage Guidelines:
College-owned or –operated computing resources are provided for use by students of Pellissippi State. All students are responsible for the usage of Pellissippi State's computing resources in an effective, efficient, ethical and lawful manner. (Pellissippi State, 2004-2006 Catalog, pages 67-70)
- Accommodation for Disabilities:
If you need accommodations because of a disability, if you have emergency medical information to share, or if you need special arrangements in case the building must be evacuated, please inform the instructor immediately. Please see the instructor privately after class or in his/her office. Students must present a current accommodation plan from a staff member in Services for Students with Disabilities (SSWD) in order to receive accommodations in this course. Services for Students with Disabilities may be contacted by going to Goins 127 or 131 or by phone: 694-6751(Voice/TTY) or 539-7153.
- Other Policies:
Students are expected to promptly attend all lecture and lab classes as assigned. If a class is missed, student must make up all work and get notes and/or handouts.