CSC 114 Introduction to Computing C ++

An introductory course in computing in C++. Emphasis on algorithm development and problem solving. Particular elements include: careful and methodical development of C++ programs from specifications; documentation and style; appropriate use of control structures, data types and subprograms; data abstraction and verification; numeric and nonnumeric applications; introduction to object-oriented programming and design.

As an introductory course, the skills of incoming students vary widely. Students with prior programming experience can expect to spend 10-15 hours a week between lectures, homework and studying. Students with no prior programming experience can expect to succeed in the class provided they are willing to put in up to 20 hours a week. A nice way of looking at this is that you are getting 5 credits worth of education for only 3 credits of expense. The workload for CS114 is much higher than for the rest of the distance CSC courses, there is a lot of background material to cover in order to get the novice up to speed. 3 credit hours.

 
   
   
Prerequisite
  

Computing Skills Required For Course Completion
You will need to perform the following basic Internet skills while taking an Internet course. You should test your capabilities for these functions prior to the start of the semester:

  • Access your Unity account
  • Find the NC State web site
  • Use e-mail through the Internet
  • Open an e-mail window
  • Send an e-mail message
  • Use a search engine
  • Make hotlink connections (mouse click on icons and blue underlined text)
  • Open, enter, and post to the discussion group
  • Cut and paste between word-processing software, e-mail, and the web

If you are experiencing difficulties with the above tasks, you may want to contact a computer expert for suggestions in developing these skills or fixing any computer problem. You may also contact:
North Carolina State University Computer Services Information Center
Room 208 in the Hillsborough Building (on Hillsborough St. across from D.H. Hill Library)

Telephone: (919) 515-HELP (4357)
E-mail: help@ncsu.edu
World Wide Web: http://www.ncsu.edu/it/essentials/your_unity_account/get_started.html

 
Textbook
  

Walter Savitch, Absolute C++ second edition. Addison Wesley, ISBN 0321330234 (you may also use the first or third edition).
Course Requirements  

This course utilizes WebAssign, an application service that allows students to submit homework and take tests and quizzes on-line.

WebAssign Access Code Cards must be purchased in order to access course materials. These cards are available at the NC State Bookstore (http://www.fis.ncsu.edu/ncsubookstores/) and direct purchase from WebAssign (http://webassign.com/info/purchase.html)

 

View Lecture  

Engineering Online uses Real Media software to distribute the course lectures. To view the following sample lecture, you will need to download RealOne Player and have a Cable, DSL, T1 or faster connection to the Internet. If you have problems viewing a lecture, please contact the Engineering Online office at 1-877-254-0058. Click the link below to download RealOne Player.

8.22 MB

Note: If you are behind a firewall, there is a chance you will not be able to access the files.

Click link to view lecture: CSC 114 - Lecture 1


Computer and Internet Requirements  

NCSU has recommended minimum specifications for computers used for classes. Depending on your computer needs, we recommend your computer meet or exceed the following minimum specifications below.

PCs must have an Intel-compatible 1 GHz processor, 512 MB RAM, 60 GB hard drive with 1 GB free space available, 256 Color Display, CD-ROM drive, 1024x768 (min.) video adapter, sound card, and speakers. The operating system should be Windows XP Pro. Real One Player Basic (available free online) and high speed Internet connection such as cable, DSL, T1 or LAN will be required for EOL courses.

MAC users must have a G4 processor with firewire and USB factory built-in, 512 MB RAM, 60 GB with 1GB free space available, 256 Color Display, CD-ROM drive, 1024x768 (min) video adapter, sound card, and speakers. The operating system must be MacOS 10.4 (minimum) along with the above RealOne and Internet specifications above.

For more detailed information on computer specifications and recommendations, please refer to our website at: http://engineeringonline.ncsu.edu/currentstudents/computeraccess.htm

 

Instructor  

Dr. Martin Dulberg
Engineering Online/Dept. of Computer Science
246 Page Hall/ Box 7547
North Carolina State University
Raleigh , NC 27695-7547

Phone: (919) 513-4836
Fax: (919) 515-8415
E-mail: marty_dulberg@ncsu.edu
Course Website: http://courses.ncsu.edu/csc114