INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES I (C#)
CS245
SYLLABUS
Instructor : Dr. Mostafa G. Mostafa
WebSite : www.wku.edu/~mostafa.mostafa
E-mail : mostafa.mostafa@wku.edu
Office : TCCW Room 113B
Phone : (270) 745-6183
Hours : MW: 9:00 am to 10 am, 11:30 am to 2:30 pm
Fri: 11:15 am to 12:15 pm
Tue, Thu: by Appointment
Course Description:
Designed to introduce the syntax,
advantages, limitations, and selected applications of a particular programming
language such as
Prerequisite:
A grade of "C" or better in CS 230(or equivalent) and consent of instructor is required.
Course Goals:
The goal of this course is to
provide a comprehensive introduction to programming using Visual C# .NET. This
course introduces the basic programming constructs of simple sequence,
selection and iteration. The course shows how to create a number of different
types of applications including console-based, Windows, and Web applications.
The event-driven programming model, which is based on interactively capturing
and responding to user input on Windows and Web forms, is covered. It includes
instruction on developing applications using rapid application development
techniques illustrating the drag and drop construction approach. From the
beginning the course illustrates how to use the .NET predefined types, their
member methods, data fields, and properties using an object oriented approach
to development. The course also illustrates how to create user-defined classes,
stand alone class libraries, and introduces a number of advanced
object-oriented concepts.
Text:
Doyle, Barbara, Microsoft
Visual C# .NET: From Problem Analysis to Program Design, Course Technology,
Incorporated, 2003, ISBN 0-619-15997-9
Reading Assignments:
Attending Policy:
Attendance will be recorded during each class meeting. You will miss a lot but your grade will be affected by 5 % of final grade if you absence more than 3 classes without accepted excuse.
Grading Policy:
Assignments/Quizzes 25%
Mid Term Exams 20%
Final Exam 25%
Final Project 25%
Participation/Attendance 5%
Note:
Arrangements must be made IN ADVANCE if for some valid reason you cannot take
an exam at the scheduled time.
90% - 100% A
80% - 89% B
70% - 79% C
60%-69% D
<=60% F
Lab Policy:
If required a lab will involve solving programming problems related to course content. Labs are due at start of the classes.
Term Project (Team-based for
non online class – individual-based for the online class):
The purpose of the term project is to
build a complete C# application based on the topics covered in class and/or the
book topics. The whole class will be divided into groups of 2-3 students. Each
group will be responsible to come up with a project idea. An approved project
proposal is required before the mid term. Each group will be asked at the last
2 weeks (before the final exam week) to present their work to the class. One of
the group members (randomly) will be asked to present the project orally. This
means that all of the group members MUST be ready to present the project. In
the second class, another team member will be selected randomly to be asked
about the project code. Half of the groups will present the project the first
week and the next half will be in the next week. The determination of the
team’s presentations order will be randomly too. A final report (electronic
format not paper format) with a complete documentation (well documented code –
screen shots – project description) is required on the presentation day.
Cheating Policy
Students are encouraged to work together
and learn from each other. However, cheating in any form on exams, or
copying of homework or computer programs will not be tolerated. Any
evidence of cheating will result in a failing grade for the course.
General Policy:
Homework is due at the start of class on
the due date. Late homework will only be accepted in extenuating circumstances.
Student Disability Services
In
compliance with university policy, students with disabilities who require
accommodations (academic adjustments and/or auxiliary aids or services) for
this course must contact the Office for Student Disability Services in DUC
A-200 of the
Please DO
NOT request accommodations directly from the professor or instructor without a
letter of accommodation from the Office for Student Disability Services.
The
Located in the Academic Advisng and
Retenion Center, DUC-A330
Should you require academic assistance with this course, or any other General
Education Course, there are several places that can provide you with help. TLC
tutors in most major undergraduate subjects and course levels throughout the
week. To make an appointment, or to request a tutor for a specific class, call
745-6254 or stop by DUC A330. Log on to TLC’s website at www.wku.edu/tlc
to find out more. TLC hours: M-Thu. 8am-9pm, Fri. 8am-4pm,
Sat.-Closed, and Sundays 4pm-9pm.
Suggested Course Calendar
(can be changed based on the class feedback and engagement):
|
Week |
Topics |
Chapter |
Programming Projects |
Exams |
|
1 |
Introduction to Computing and Programming |
Chapter 1 |
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2 |
Your First C# program |
Chapter 2 |
1, 4, 6, 8 |
|
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3 |
Data Types and Expressions |
Chapter 3 |
2, 3, 5, 8 |
|
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4 |
Methods and Behaviors |
Chapter 4 |
3, 8, 9, 10 |
|
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5 |
Making Decisions |
Chapter 5 |
1, 3, 6, 10 |
|
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6 |
Repeating Instructions |
Chapter 6 |
3, 6, 8, 9 |
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7 |
Midterm Exam |
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|
Mid-term Exam |
|
8 |
Arrays and Collections |
Chapter 7 |
1, 4, 7, 9 |
|
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9 |
Introduction to Windows Programming |
Chapter 8 |
3, 5, 9, 10 |
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10 |
Programming Based on Events |
Chapter 9 |
1, 4, 5, 9 |
|
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11 |
Advanced Object Oriented Concepts |
Chapter 10 |
5, 6, 7, 9 |
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12 |
Handling Exceptions and Stored Data |
Chapter 11 |
2, 6, 8, 9 |
|
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13 |
Web-based
Applications |
Chapter 12 |
3, 5, 7, 9 |
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14 |
Final Exam |
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Final Exam |