Syllabus for COS-213

C++ PROGRAMMING


COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course explores C++ programming in the context of procedure and object-oriented software development. It covers writing, compiling, and running programs in the C++ language.  This course offers students a platform and direction to enhance their C++ knowledge, experience, and skills.

COURSE TOPICS

COURSE OBJECTIVES

After completing this course, students should be able to:

CO 1        Write, compile, and run programs using the C++ language.

CO 2        Write C++ programs first as a procedural language and then as an object-oriented language.

CO 3        Master aspects of C++ as it supports enhanced procedural environments and object-oriented design environments.

CO 4        Explain how C++ improves upon C.

CO 5        Describe recent enhancements to C++ and the direction C++ is heading.

COURSE MATERIALS

You will need the following materials to complete your coursework. Some course materials may be free, open source, or available from other providers. You can access free or open-source materials by clicking the links provided below or in the module details documents. To purchase course materials, please visit the University's textbook supplier.

Required Textbook

ISBN-13: 978-0134448237

Compiler Software

You will need a C++ compiler for this course. You cannot complete this course without a C++ compiler. (The CD that comes with the textbook contains example programs and web resources, as well as a list of links of C++ compilers. These links list C++ compilers that are for sale and some links for scaled-down free versions of C++ compilers.) In every case, though, you must check with your mentor to get his or her views about the compiler you are planning to use. Regardless of the compiler you use, you must take responsibility for compiler support.

One of the possible choices for a C++ compiler is Microsoft Visual Studio's Visual C++ IDE. Below are the links for downloading and its resources:

General Web Resources

The web resources below are offered as a supplement to your reading assignments. Feel free to explore these websites as your time permits. If you get stuck on an assignment or need further clarification, check out the web to see if these pages answer your question.

COURSE STRUCTURE

C++ Programming is a three-credit online course, consisting of six modules. Modules include an overview, topics, learning objectives, study materials, and activities. Module titles are listed below.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

For your formal work in the course, you are required to participate in online discussion forums, complete written assignments, take a proctored midterm examination, and complete a final project. See below for details.

Consult the Course Calendar for due dates.

Promoting Originality

One or more of your course activities may utilize a tool designed to promote original work and evaluate your submissions for plagiarism. More information about this tool is available in About SafeAssign.

Discussion Forums

In addition to posting an introduction to the class in Module 1, you are required to participate in six graded online class discussions, each focusing on an issue related to C++. Participation in these class discussions counts 10 percent toward your final grade in the course.

Communication with the mentor and among fellow students is a critical component of online learning. Participation in online discussions involves two distinct assignments: an initial response to a posted question (discussion thread) and at least two subsequent comments on classmates' responses. Meaningful participation is relevant to the content, adds value, and advances the discussion. Comments such as "I agree" and "ditto" are not considered value-adding participation. Therefore, when you agree or disagree with a classmate, the reading, or your mentor, state and support your agreement or disagreement. You will be evaluated on the quality and quantity of your participation. Responses and comments should be properly proofread and edited, professional, and respectful.

Your initial responses to the discussion questions and subsequent comments on classmates' responses are due on the days specified by the Course Calendar.

Written Assignments

You are required to submit six written assignments to your mentor for grading. They are built around associated textbook chapters. As you do your reading in preparation for each written assignment, preview the assignment questions so that you know what to expect.

Most assignments require you to write programs. All assignments have multiple sections, and some sections offer you choices. Please read the directions for each assignment carefully so that you know what you are to submit.

Note: Before you submit an assignment, you must check with your mentor for specific guidelines on how to submit your program assignments. Unless otherwise directed, for each program that you write for an activity, please submit .cpp files so that you don't lose proper indentation and perhaps have other formatting problems. (C++ program files that you enter and run in your compiler will have the .cpp extension.) For the true-false assignment, you should determine whether your word processing software is compatible with your mentor's software. If so, submit that assignment using the word processing software you used to prepare it. If not, save your assignment as a rich-text (.rtf) file, using the Save As command of your software program. Rich text retains basic formatting and can be read by any other word processing program.

Comprehensive Programming Assignment

This course includes a comprehensive programming assignment, due in Week 6. It consists of three programming problems based on material from Modules 1 through 3. You will submit this assignment by Sunday of Week 6 (see the Course Calendar), submitting it in the same way you have been doing for your other written assignments in this course.

 

You are free to use your textbook if desired when working on the comprehensive programming assignment.

The assignment is located in the Comprehensive Assignment area of the course website.

Midterm Examination

The proctored midterm is 2 hours long and covers the material assigned in Chapters 1 through 9 of the textbook (readings and assignments from Modules 1, 2, and 3). The exam consists of multiple-choice questions. The exam is closed-book.

For the midterm, you are required to use the University's Online Proctor Service (OPS). Please refer to the "Examinations and Proctors" section of the Online Student Handbook (see General Information area of the course website) for further information about scheduling and taking online exams and for all exam policies and procedures. You are strongly advised to schedule your exam within the first week of the semester.

It is a good habit to review weekly the course material building up to the midterm exam. Weekly reviews allow for continuity in reviewing all of the material that can be found on the midterm exam. This habit allows for students to exam prep, as well as, develop a working knowledge of the material.

Statement about Cheating

You are on your honor not to cheat during the exam. Cheating means:

If there is evidence that you have cheated or plagiarized in your exam, the exam will be declared invalid, and you will fail the course.

Final Project

There is no final exam in this course. Instead, you will complete a final project. The final project contains five programming problems and is based on all the material covered in this course.

The five programming problems are available to you now and you can download these problems at any time.

You will submit your final project exactly as you have been submitting your assignments throughout the course. In other words, submit the .cpp source code files just as you would for an assignment that calls for a program. (If you have unique needs concerning Internet access or availability, you should have already made special arrangements with your mentor for assignment submissions and will continue those arrangements.) The problems vary in complexity and so have different weightings for your total project grade.

You may begin working on your final project at any time you are ready. Submit your final project no later than midnight Sunday (eastern time) of Week 12. If you are on a course extension, you will need to contact your mentor about the proper due date.

The project is located in the Final Project area of the course website.

GRADING AND EVALUATION

Your grade in the course will be determined as follows:

All activities will receive a numerical grade of 0–100. You will receive a score of 0 for any work not submitted. Your final grade in the course will be a letter grade. Letter grade equivalents for numerical grades are as follows:

A

=

93–100

C+

=

78–79

A–

=

90–92

C

=

73–77

B+

=

88–89

C–

=

70–72

B

=

83–87

D

=

60–69

B–

=

80–82

F

=

Below 60

To receive credit for the course, you must earn a letter grade of C or better (for an area of study course) or D or better (for a course not in your area of study), based on the weighted average of all assigned course work (e.g., exams, assignments, discussion postings, etc.).

STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS

First Steps to Success

To succeed in this course, take the following first steps:

Study Tips

Consider the following study tips for success:

ACADEMIC POLICIES

To ensure success in all your academic endeavors and coursework at Thomas Edison State University, familiarize yourself with all administrative and academic policies including those related to academic integrity, course late submissions, course extensions, and grading policies.

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