CIS 112 ::
Visual Basic I
Spring 2012
Oskars
Rieksts ||
Office Hours :: MWF:: 1-2 & TuW::
2-3
Course Web Site
::
http://faculty.kutztown.edu/rieksts/112/index.html
Texts: Visual
Basic and Computer Science: A Journey of Discovery,
Linda
and Oskars Rieksts, 2011.
http://faculty.kutztown.edu/rieksts/112/text/index.html
MSDN
= Microsoft Developer Network
http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/2x7h1hfk.aspx
http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/2f43da0y.aspx
Major Grading Components:
2 Tests
100 points each
Final Exam
100 points
2 Projects
100 points each
Labs
10 points each
Quizzes
5-25 points each
Jeffersonian Principle:
All points are created equal.
Grading Scale:
A :: 90.0 - 100.0 ||
B :: 80.0 - 89.9
|| C :: 70.0 - 79.9
D :: 60.0 - 69.9
|| F :: 00.0 - 59.9
Some
Comments:
1. Day’s Notes::
a. On most class days the scheduled work will be posted here, with links to
labs, lab reports, projects, etc.
Often it will be the basis of class lectures.
b. It will also be a record of what we have covered, so it can be a useful
resource for studying for tests and quizzes.
2. Upcoming Page::
Tests
and other important dates will be posted here.
3. Projects::
a. Grading criteria: Correct execution, logical structure, good
programming techniques, quality of GUI (appearance, readability, layout, design,
ease of use), adherence to instructions, etc.
b. Some projects may have levels of assignment with associated levels of grade
earned.
c. Submission:
v As specified in project assignment
v Be prepared to demonstrate your program.
4. Labs ::
a. There will be 1-2 labs due every week.
b. Grade will depend on the quality of the Lab Report.
c. You may find it necessary to schedule some of your work at the 24-hour lab.
5. Quizzes ::
a. Will cover assigned reading and/or recent class lectures.
b. May be unannounced.
6. Email:: When
sending me email, be sure to include your name and CSC112 in the message subject
area. Face to face often works
better.