IS 115 – Introduction to Programming
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Instructor Name: Mahima Pandey Contact phone: (702) 651-4850 Contact E-mail: mahima.pandey@csn.edu Office Location: Green Valley Center, 101-D (1560 W. Warm Springs Road, Henderson, NV 89014) Office Hours: Thursday 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Office hours on Canvas Conference and on-line meetings can be arranged by appointment. Course meeting time/days: Online Course meeting Location: https://csn.instructure.com Course Description: This course introduces the student to problem-solving and algorithm development using a modern programming language. Students should have basic computer skills. Special Note: We will use the Python programming language for demonstration of a high-level programming language. Course Pre or Co-Requisites MATH 95 or ET 111B or a satisfactory ACT/SAT/Placement Test score that places the student in MATH 96 or above. Learning Outcomes: By the end of this course, a student will be able to:
Textbook Prelude to Programming – concepts and design, 6th edition. Venit & Drake, Pearson – ISBN: 9780133741636. NOTE: The textbook may be accompanied by a “bind-in access code” which is OPTIONAL and you are not required to use it. It provides additional resources available from the author of the textbook that may be beneficial. Textbook resources: Visit this link for the textbook resources. Click the Resources tab and look for Student Resources Python - We will use a free resource from Net Academy for coverage of Python programming language. I’ll provide login instructions as we get closer to the time where we start covering Python. Software requirements The Canvas Learning Management system can be run on most popular web browsers such as Internet Explorer, FireFox, Safari, etc. Canvas runs on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, or any other device with a modern web browser. For more information, see http://guides.instructure.com/s/2204/m/4214/l/41056-which-browsers-does-canvas-support.Links to an external site. Links to an external site. You may be required to download programs such as Notepad ++ and or student data files and install them on your home computer in order to complete the course work. Pythonis available for both Mac and Windows - Detailed information on installation and use will be provided in Canvas. Measurement of Objectives: You will know you are meeting the course objectives stated above as you successfully.
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Required extra- or co-curricular activities All activities are based on projects and exams assigned throughout the course. Any required extra activities will be clearly explained in class. Safety This class does not have an experiment lab and therefore we will not be concerned about following specific safety strategies. Additional fees There are no additional fees for this course. Disclaimer This syllabus is subject to change with advance notice. Notices will be posted in the online forum. It is your responsibility to stay informed. Tentative schedule All course due dates are in the Canvas course shell under the Canvas Syllabus Course Summary Section. Additionally, Canvas will also remind you of approaching due dates. Student Rights and Responsibilities When you choose to become a student at CSN, you accept the rights and responsibilities of membership in CSN’s academic and social community. You can find policies covering students such as the Student Conduct, Students’ Right to Know, Students’ Academic Integrity, and Disruptive and Abusive Student in the following locations: · Catalog and Student Handbook (web link ) in the Policies and Procedures section. · CSN Website (web link ) under the heading “Student Policies.” Recording Class Recordings of the class is not allowed without the explicit permission of the instructor. Class Policies All exams will be taken online administered through the Canvas system. Due to the Covid-19 issues, until we are back to normal operating schedule, you will take your exam from anywhere with access to Internet. All course material is available online in Canvas. While the design of this course allows flexibility in your scheduling, please realize that the deadlines are just as strict as any other course. You should check the calendar and discussion postings daily and allocate your time accordingly to complete the readings and to be prepared for the exams. Due dates will be strictly adhered to. You will use the mail and discussion features of Canvas to contact me or ask questions. Web-Remote – Using this format, class meets virtually during the scheduled time via a web conference for live lectures. A rule of thumb for a 3-credit class is that you attend class about approximately 3 hours a week and study a minimum of 6 hours a week outside of the classroom. IT work can be time-consuming. This is a single person class; meaning that you must turn in your own work. You are not allowed to collaborate or consult with anyone else while working on an exam. You are not allowed to collaborate on completing assignments. You should not be looking at each other’s code for assignments. You can freely discuss items in the general sense. Cheating in any form will not be tolerated. Public Health Directives (COVID-19) Students must follow all active CSN public health directives while enrolled in this class. Properly worn face coverings are mandatory for all faculty and students in the classroom as well as on campus. CSN public health directives are found at this link . Students who do not comply with these directives will be asked to leave the classroom. Refusal to follow the guidelines may result in further disciplinary action according to the CSN Student Conduct Code found at this link including being dropped from the course. Course Contract This syllabus is a course contract for the duration of the semester. By continuing with this course students agree to the terms set forth in this syllabus and will adhere to all rules and policies outlined. Information contained in this syllabus, other than the grading, late assignments, makeup work and attendance policies, may be subject to change without advance notice, as deemed appropriate by the instructor. |
Schedule
Subject to change with prior notice
| Date | Material |
| Week 1 | Introduction & Syllabus Chapter 0, 1 & 3 |
| Week 2 | Chapter 4 & 5 |
| Week 3 | Chapter 6 |
| Week 4 | Chapter 7 |
| Week 5 | Midterm & Python Net Academy Modules 1& 2 - Python Basics (Input, processing, output) |
| Week 6 | Python -Decisions |
| Week 7 | Python - Loops |
| Week 8 | Python - Lists |
| Week 9 | Python - Functions |
| Week 10 | Final Exam |