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     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++ fourth edition. Addison Wesley, ISBN 9780136083818 (you may also use the first, second 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/ordering_info.html)

 
Computer and Internet Requirements  

NCSU has recommended minimum specifications for computers that are generally used for courses. Those specifications can be found here: http://www.ncsu.edu/it/compspecs/

Engineering Online recommends that your computer meets or exceeds the following minimum specifications below. A computer with greater capability (processor speed, RAM, internet bandwidth, disk capacity) will be more likely to properly display the video content of Engineering Online courses.

Windows:

  • Microsoft Windows XP, Windows 2003, or Windows Vista
  • Intel-compatible 1 GHz processor
  • 512 MB RAM
  • 60 GB hard drive with 1 GB free space available
  • Video display at 1024 x 768 or greater
  • Sound output and speakers
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 SP1 or later, Firefox 2.0 or later, or Google Chrome 1.0
  • Windows Media Player 9.0 or later
  • Real One Player Basic (required for certain courses)
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader
  • Broadband Internet connection (256 Kbps or more)

Mac OS X:

  • Mac OS X 10.4.8 or later
  • G4 processor
  • 512 MB RAM
  • 60 GB hard drive with 1 GB free space available
  • Video display at 1024 x 768 or greater
  • Sound output and speakers
  • Safari 2.0.4 (or later) or Firefox 2.0 (or later)
  • Silverlight  (viewers may be prompted to install this when first viewing a presentation)
  • Real One Player Basic (required for certain courses)
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader
  • Broadband Internet connection (256 Kbps or more)
  • NOTE:  The Flip4Mac plug-in causes problems when viewing Mediasite presentations and should be disabled.

Linux:

  • Playback of Mediasite presentations on Linux is accomplished via the Moonlight Project, an open source implementation of Microsoft Silverlight. For more installation on the installation and configuration of Moonlight, please visit http://www.go-mono.com/moonlight/. The compatible operating systems and browsers are listed on this page.
  • Microsoft Media Pack for Moonlight
  • Adobe Reader for Unix
  • Broadband Internet connection (256 Kbps or more)

 
Instructor  

Dr. Martin Dulberg
Distance Education & Learning Technology Applications - DELTA
Senior Coordinator, Acting Director: Computer Programming Certificate
Venture Center II 500, Box 7113
NCSU Campus
Raleigh, NC 27695

Phone: 919-513-3339
Fax: 919-515-4237
EMail: marty_dulberg@ncsu.edu
Course Website: http://courses.ncsu.edu/csc114