COSC175
Spring 2014
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This is an introductory course in structured programming logic. Students will
learn to analyze problems; define data using simple data types and arrays; and
create algorithmic solutions using basic control structures (sequence,
selections, loops) and functions. Successful completion of this course will
satisfy the programming prerequisite for COSC236.
In this course, you will learn to systematically break down a problem into
manageable parts; plan and design logical solutions; and write effective,
structured, and well-documented instructions. Emphasis will be on
problem-solving approaches (algorithms) and the fundamental concepts and
programming techniques common to modern computer languages including variable
assignment, expressions, input/output statements, loops, if-then-else and case
constructs, functions, arrays, etc. While C++ will be used to build working
programs, the concepts learned in this course are applicable to multiple modern
programming languages.
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Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
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Understand and apply the software development process.
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Understand that security has to be a consideration from the point of
initial design and throughout the lifecycle of a product
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Analyze problems and design structured solutions
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Understand, create, and apply simple data types and arrays.
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Identify common coding errors such as buffer overflow and integer error
that lead to insecure programs
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Create algorithmic solutions using basic control structures (sequence,
decisions, loops) and functions.
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Understand the importance of input validation and be able to write
correct input validation code
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Compile, execute, and run simple programs (in C++)
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Understand the importance of secure and responsible programming.
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Conduct a personal code review (focused on common coding errors) on a
program component using a provided checklist
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Student Attendance
will
be taken each day.
It is the student’s responsibility to make up missed work.
Attendance is required and necessary for successful completion of this
class. If you must miss a class, please email me, but please contact another student
to find out what you have missed.
Students should not attend classes or other university events from the onset
of flu-like symptoms until at least 24 hours after the fever subsides without
the use of fever reducing medications. Such absences will be considered
excused absences; however, students are responsible for the material covered
during the period of their absence.
Effective Spring 2013, the following attendance policy has been established
for COSC175, COSC236, and COSC237:
1. Students are expected to
come to class on time and prepared.
2. Attendance is recorded at
every class session.
3. Your 3rd and each subsequent
unexcused absence will lower your grade by 5%.
4. The equivalent of two weeks'
worth of unexcused absences will result in an automatic F. No
exceptions.
It is policy of the
university to excuse the absences of students for the following reasons:
1.
Illness or injury when
the student is unable to attend class
2.
Religious observance
where the nature of the observance prevents the student from attending class
3.
Participation in
university activities at the request of university authorities
4.
Compelling verifiable
circumstances beyond the control of the student
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Student Participation: Active participation is expected and encouraged.
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An
Introduction to Programming with C++
by
Diane Zak,Thompson Course Technology, recommended but not required.
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Wk
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Date
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Topic
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Text
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HW
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1 |
Tu: 1/28
W: 1/29
Th:
1/30 |
Course Overview ,
Introduction,
Software Security
Video,
SDLC
Visual C++
Lab0a
Programming Languages, Programming |
1
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HW1
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2 |
Tu: 2/4
W: 2/5
Th:
2/6 |
Analysis
- Defining the Problem
IPO
Exercises
Lab1
Data Representation,
Numbering Systems HW
1 Due |
2
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Data
HW *** |
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3 |
Tu: 2/11
W: 2/12
Th: 2/13 |
Data Types
Exercises
sec. 001
Lab1
sec. 002
Variables Lab
class
cancelled - snow |
3 |
Ops HW |
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4 |
Tu: 2/18
W: 2/19
Th:
2/20 |
Operators, arithmetic & logical Algorithms
operator exercises
survey Sec.
1:
Variables Lab
Int Error Security Injection Sec. 2: Ops Lab
Int Error Security Injection
Selection
- if/else |
4 |
Data HW Due 2/19 |
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5 |
Tu: 2/25
W: 2/26
Th:
2/27 |
Selection see video Selection 2 Ops HW Due
Sec. 1: Ops Lab Sec. 2:
Sel Lab 1
finish security injections
Select.
exercise Selection - switch |
5 |
Sel Hw
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6 |
Tu:
3/4
W: 3/5
Th: 3/6 |
Review
see video Test 1 Review
Sec. 1:
Sel Lab 1
Sec 2:
Sel Lab2
Sel HW Due
Test 1 |
6 |
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7 |
Tu: 3/11
W: 3/12
Th:
3/13 |
Loops
- while Loops
Sec. 1
Sel Lab2
Sec 2: Loop1 lab
Loops - for,
while cont'd
Loop
exercises
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7 |
Loops HW
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March 16-23 |
Spring Break |
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8 |
Tu:
3/25
W: 3/26
Th:
3/27 |
Loops - do while, nested
Sec 1:
Loop1 lab
Security Injection - Input Validation Sec 2:
Loop2
Security Injection - Input Validation
Loops |
8 |
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9 |
Tu:
4/1
W: 4/2
Th:
4/3 |
Files
Loops HW Due
Sec 1:
Loop2
Sec 2 : File Lab
Loops
Quiz
Project Description |
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10 |
Tu:
4/8
W: 4/9
Th:
4/10 |
Functions - void functions,
parameters
Sec 1:
File Lab
Sec 2:
Function Lab1
value returning functions, pass by
value, pass by reference
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14 |
Function HW
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11 |
Tu:
4/15
W: 4/16
Th:
4/17 |
Func Table
Func Exer1
Paramter Practice Project Proposal Due
Function Lab2
Functions -solving a large problem
Func
Exer 3
Solution to
First Problem Function HW Due |
9
10 |
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12 |
Tu:
4/22
W: 4/23
Th:
4/24 |
Functions Quiz
Catch up lab
Arrays |
11 |
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13 |
Tu:
4/29
W: 4/30
Th:
5/1 |
Array Exercises(.doc)
Array Lab 1
Two dimensional arrays
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Array HW
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14 |
Tu:
5/6
W: 5/7
Th:
5/8 |
Linear and Binary Search
Search Exercises
Array Quiz review
Array 2
9:00
Security Injection 10:00
Security Injection
Array
Hw Due
Array Quiz |
12 |
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15 |
Tu: 5/13 |
Final Project Due Grade Calc
Review Security
Survey |
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Final Exam:
Fri. May 16 10:15 AM - 12:15 PM |
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- Submission
- All homework and lab assignments are submitted as Word documents.
- All homework and lab assignments are submitted via Blackboard.
- Homework Assignments
- No late homework will be accepted.
- Students must work in pairs for all homework. Exceptions will be
made in exceptional circumstances. Each student is responsible for
submitting the homework, with or without their partner.
- Lab Assignments
- Labs are due the following lab period.
- For each lab, submit 1. program 2. output and 3. answers to questions in one
Word document.
- Students must work in pairs for all lab work. One student will drive
(type) and one student will navigate (read and review). Students must
switch roles each week.
- Tests, Quizzes, and Exams
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If you miss
a test or quiz,
you must notify me within 24 hours, or your grade will be
0.
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Students may use a cheat
sheet (one
8.5 x 11 page of notes, front and back) for all tests,quizzes, and exams.
- Make-up Exam Policy
- Make-up exams will be permitted only under extenuating circumstances and only with prior notification and documentation (original funeral notice, original doctor note, etc.).
- The instructor reserves the right to create alternate make-up exams for students who are not able to take the scheduled, on-campus exams.
- Exams cannot be made up after the exam date has passed unless prior arrangements have been made.
- View your Grades
- All grades will be available in Blackboard. View "My Grades" from the course homepage.
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Check your grades! Any
corrections must be reported and resolved prior to the last day of
classes.
- How your Grade will be Determined
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Assessment
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Homework & Labs & Project |
250 (25%) |
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Test1 |
200 (20%) |
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Three quizzes |
300 (30%) |
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Final Exam |
250 (25%) |
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Total |
1000 |
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Grading Scale
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Grade |
Percentage |
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A |
93-100+% |
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A- |
90-92.99% |
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B+ |
87-89.99% |
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B |
83-86.99% |
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B- |
80-82.99% |
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C+ |
77-79.99% |
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C |
70-76.99% |
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D+ |
67-69.99% |
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D |
60-66.99% |
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F |
Below 60 |
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Special Needs - Students having special needs as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act should:
- Notify
the Office for Students with Disabilities at x42638 as early in the
term as possible.
- Notify the instructor after you have contacted the Office of Disability Services
of any reasonable accommodations that would be appropriate for your situation.
Academic Honesty
- Each student's academic work must be the result of his or her own thought, research, or self-expression.
- Cheating includes, but is not limited to: copying the work of another person (plagiarism)
or permitting your work to be copied by another person, discussing test answers or questions with people who have not completed the test, distributing assignment materials to other students, posting course materials that have not been formally released
to students in the course, and collaborating on the completion of assignments not specifically designated in the syllabus as being group projects".
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Please refer to the Undergraduate Catalog, Appendix F for the Academic
Integrity Policy. Cheating may result in academic penalties (zero points on the assignment/test in question, a failing grade for the course), disciplinary action, and/or a referral to the Dean of Student Affairs. Examples 1) If it appears that two or more students have submitted the same material for any solo assignments, each student involved will receive zero points for that assignment. 2) If it appears that a student has copied an assignment from published
material (including Internet sites), the student will receive zero points for that assignment.
Copyright
- The materials used on this course Web site may be protected by copyright and are only for the use of students enrolled in this course for the purposes associated with this course and may not be retained or further disseminated.
Withdrawals: The withdrawal date can be found at
http://www.towson.edu/registrar/calendars/
Accessing Blackboard
Facebook
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You are welcome to join the Facebook group especially created for this
class:
Taylor COSC175
Spring 2014
- This group allows you to connect with classmates, post and answer
questions, or discuss topics relevant to the course.
Additional Help and Open Lab
Changes to the Syllabus
- The instructor reserves the right to make changes to this syllabus.
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