CGS 2531 Problem Solving Using Computer Software Section

CGS 2531 Problem Solving Using Computer Software Section 6426 MWF 4 th - CSE E 119

Course website: www. cise. ufl. edu/~cgs 2531/ Section website: www. cise. ufl. edu/~trflagg/

Your Instructor Taylor Flagg n n n Office: CSE 502 Phone: 392 -8968 Office Hours: MWF 3 (right before class) Email: trflagg@cise. ufl. edu Interests: Computer Programming, Video Games, Classical Music, Comic Books

Class Overview n n Problem Solving Using Computer Software Computer Hardware, Software, and the Internet Microsoft Windows XP • The leading Operating System on PC's today.

Class Overview n Microsoft Office XP applications. • Word - Microsoft's leading Word Processing Application. • Excel - An excellent spreadsheet application with database functionality. • Power. Point - Impressive presentations made with ease. (like this one)

My Goals n n n That you all become confident computer users with some knowledge about how they work That you all become “power users” of Microsoft Word and Excel That you all learn something new every class

Materials n The course resources • Textbook (spiral book) • CD tutorial packet (box) n Something to save files on • Floppy Disks • USB Key, CD-R Disc n Computer with Microsoft Office and Windows “XP” • Or access to one (CIRCA lab)

Grades – An Exact Approximation Class is separated into 4 sections, thus: n 4 Tests at 300 points each n 4 Tutorials at 150 points each n 4 In-Class Quizzes at 30 points each n 4 CD Quizzes at 20 points each n n 60% 30% 6% 4% All dates will be posted on the website. Opportunities for bonus points will be announced.

Grades – An Exact Approximation A 1800 B+ 1720 B 1600 C+ 1520 C 1400 D+ 1320 D 1200 E 0

Grades – An Exact Approximation n Quizzes + Tutorials + Bonus = MAX of 800 Extra Credit added on at the end Check Your Grades Regularly • Missing grades or grading errors found at the end of the semester are NOT my problem. • Announcements of grade postings will be on the section website.

Things to Note n n You must take quizzes during your assigned period. All exams are at 8: 20 pm and exam dates are posted on our calendar. Tutorials are due at 5: 00 PM SHARP in CSE 502. See the calendar for dates. Late tutorials are penalized 40% per day. CD-quizzes and Extra Credit are usually due the same day as the tutorials.

Time Flies When You’re In School n n n Due dates are on the course calendar, please note them well in advance. Tutorial 4 will NOT be accepted late – NO exceptions. No makeup quizzes. No makeup exams without documented illness or emergency. Except for the makeup, there is NO COMPREHENSIVE FINAL!

Tutorials n n n Start Early - This will help on the quizzes. Make backups of your files and disks. Save often - Computers and networks are known to crash and freeze-up. Submit on-time - 5: 15 PM is LATE (-40%) Keep your tutorials the entire semester. Check the web site often to ensure proper grade recording.

Very Important Stuff UF Honor Code - All work in this course must be original and independent. All students are required to abide by the Academic Honesty Guidelines which have been accepted by the University. Students not adhering strictly to this code will be referred to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and will receive an "E" for the course.

The PIT n n n Located inside the CIRCA lab on the ground floor of CSE building (the building you are in right now). Consultants are located in The PIT to help you with the tutorials and exams. All old unclaimed papers are put on my shelf in The PIT.

Class Web Site Revisited www. cise. ufl. edu/~cgs 2531

How To Succeed n n n n Come to Class Every Day (and Pay Attention) Do Assignments Early Do All Extra Credit When Offered Read the Assigned Readings Hands On Practice Helps Comprehension Take Good Notes and Study Them Ask for Help Early - It Can Make a Difference

Why Bother? Kendra Todd

Why Bother? Stephen Root

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Important Assignment n Information Sheet • A Picture • Your Name • Your Email Address • Telephone Number (for Emergencies) • Class and Major • Interesting Fact • Anything else that you think is cool and that I should know

Responsible Students Should n n Print out the Hardware Presentation for the next lecture Complete the important assignment Fill out the student contract Review the syllabus and class web site

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