IS 130 – Introduction to Computers and Programming

This course is structured to introduce both basic concepts of computing and programming using C++.  The basic constructs of C++ will be examined as a baselines for more advanced C++ courses suitable for those with a serious interest in programming (e.g., majors in Computer Science and Computer Information Systems, minors in Information Assurance).

Taught only once -- in Fall 2001 semester

 
 

Course Description     HTML  PDF

Description of the course including academic requirements.

Syllabus for IS 130B     Syllabus for IS 130C

List of topics for each of the class meetings.

Lecture notes

HTML and PDF versions of the class lecture notes 

Supplementary materials:

Analyzing Savitch Problems:

3-1:  Miles per gallon (code only)   PDF only (to maintain alignments)
2-8:  Stereo loan     HTML PDF
2-2:  Mouse lethal dose vs soda pop   HTML PDF

Supplement:  Desk Checking Your C++ Code     PDF

Supplement:  Thinking Your Way Through A Programming Problem    PDF

Global Programming Notes  PDF

ALL the notes on programming collected into one big file.  Useful for self-checking.

Review Questions, Quiz & Exam Answers     HTML

Materials to help review and prepare for class quizzes and examinations.  Updated as new questions are added.

 


 

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