Syllabus

Computer Science 103

Introduction to Programming Using Java


Instructor: Dr. Richard L. Coleman, former Senior Software Engineer, SAIC Inc. Now retired.
E-mail: rcoleman@cs.uah.edu
CS 103 Web Page: http://www.cs.uah.edu/~rcoleman
Office: N345, Technology Hall
Office Hours: By appointment
Course Catalog Description:

Program design and implementation in the Java programming language, using hands-on programming assignments, class demonstrations and lectures. Problem analysis and some testing techniques. Basic features of program structure, data types, control structures, methods and file organization. Java’s built-in class libraries, input/output features. Lab fee: $50. Cannot be counted toward CS major.

Textbook:
Course Objective:
Hands on Programming Assignments:
Final Grade:
Tests(3) 100 pts each 300
Class attendance
(Yep! It's manditory. Roll will be taken.) 		100 pts 100
Programming assignments
(You'll do them in class, but you still have to turn them in.) 		100 pts 100
Final Exam 200 pts 200
  TOTAL 700
Note on WX grade:
The administration of UAH has established a grade of WX or faculty initiated student withdrawal. Basically, this allows the instructor to withdraw a student from class without any request from the student. It's primary purpose is to allow a faculty member to remove a student from class who is not attending class or putting forth any effort to complete the class work. This grade will not be used to avoid a grade of F for the course.



Topical Outline and Reading Assignments
This Schedule is Subject to Change

No syllabus is posted during the semesters
Dr. Coleman is not teaching this course.
* The dates on this topical outline are approximate and subject to change and probably already have if you are reading this.
Any time programming assignment due dates fall on the date of an examination, these may be turned in at the next class period
without penalty.
OFFICIAL UAH COMPUTER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
  1. Responsibilities of the teacher
    1. Provide a detailed syllabus. This syllabus should list office hours, course objectives, textbooks, references, prerequisites, and grading policy/method of assessment.
    2. Come to class prepared, on time, and make full use of the class time.
    3. Provide timely and adequate feedback on grades. Return graded material promptly.
    4. Conduct final exam at the time designated in the class schedule.
    5. Not assign new work (i.e. not listed on syllabus) that is due in last two weeks of classes.
    6. Avoid leaving the examination room without a proctor. Provide paper for exams.
    7. Make reasonable use of the assigned textbook.
    8. Check students have proper prerequisites. Instructor does not waive assigned prerequisites.
    9. Report all incidences of academic misconduct (cheating) to the Department Head and Vice President for Student Affairs.

  2. Responsibilities of the student (see also, Student Handbook Article II)
    1. Come to class with the proper prerequisites, well prepared, on time, and make full use of the class time.
    2. Provide adequate notice of anticipated absences and take full responsibility for finding out about missed work, announcements, and assignments.
    3. Submit assessment material on time and submit only your own work.
    4. Do not allow other students to copy your work.
    5. Read and understand the syllabus and follow announced policies.

  3. Integrity
    We expect CS instructors and students to conduct themselves in a professional manner. Students are subject to all the provisions in the UAH Code of Student Conduct, which is available free from the Office of Admissions and Records. Information on plagiarism and other forms of misconduct is presented in the Student Handbook Article III. Departments are obliged to report all student misconduct to the Office of Student Affairs.

  4. Complaint Procedure
    If you have difficulties or complaints related to this course, your first action should be to discuss them with your instructor. If such a discussion would be uncomfortable for you or fails to resolve your difficulties, you should contact Professor Phil Richards, Chair of the Computer Science Department. His office is in Technology Hall N-300, info@cs.uah.edu, telephone 824-6088. If you are still unsatisfied, you should discuss the matter with Dr. Dan Rochowiak, Associate Dean of the College of Science, drochowi@cs.uah.edu. Dr. Rochowiak's office is CS 206 Materials Science Building.

  5. Students with disabilities
    Your instructor would like to hear from anyone who has a disability that may require a modification of seating, testing, or other class procedures. Please see instructor after class or during office hours to discuss appropriate modifications. You should also contact Student Development Services in UC 113 (Ph. 824-6203) for further assistance.

  6. Student computer account
    Students enrolled in any CS course are entitled to an account on the departmental computer network. Use of such an account is subject to departmental and university policies. To apply for an account, and see the current policies, go to the departmental web site at http://www.cs.uah.edu/account/

  7. Examination policy
    In response to past student complaints about problems during examinations, the Computer Science Department has developed the following guidelines for in-class examinations in all courses.
    1. Come to the exam prepared to complete it without a break. If you think you will need a break, please inform the proctor before the exam if possible.
    2. Do not communicate with other students. Talk only to the instructor.
    3. Whenever you leave the exam room turn in your exam.
    4. Use only the paper provided by the instructor for all writing.
    5. If assigned a specific seat, remain in that seat.
    6. Unless specifically permitted by the instructor, use no books or other reference materials. Do not bring calculators, computers, pocket-organizers, cell phones, pagers, or other electronic devices to the exam.