Welcome to the CMSC 201 Class!!!
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PLEASE GRAB A SEAT ANYWHERE FOR NOW.
Welcome to the CMSC 201 Class!!!
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Introduction of Myself
Ex High/Middle school teacherTaught at:
Radford University Virginia Tech University New River Community College (VA) Johns Hopkins Talented Youth Frederick Community College Anne Arundel Community College
Introduction of Myself
Sense of humorStrict
On due dates Labs Projects Etc…
Being in class (don’t be late) Turn cell phones OFF. Period.
They can be used during breaks.
Class Website
cs.umbc.edu/courses/undergraduate/201/spring12/
has EVERYTHING notes labs homeworks Office hours
Class setup
Lecture (2 days) Lecture and Active Learning (in-class exercises)
Lab/”Discussion” (1 day) Lab
Run by TA staff receive a lab grade while in class (depending on
completion) 0 – 3 Some have extra credit
Topics can be found on our website
Syllabus
Located on class website Let’s go over quickly
Class Textbook no problems from textbook have to use as a reference 1st Addition please 2nd addition uses the wrong version of Python
ok, but there will be differences but you lecture notes as authority
Academic Integrity only Instructors/TA should see your code. PERIOD.
Syllabus
Cheating we use software 0 on Project and 1 letter grade lower happens again you fail you are reported
Class Schedule
class website
Where is my TA/Instructor
Office Hours class website
Use of computers (in class)
While use laptops only for notes and exercises
No social networking like: AOL MySpace Texting
You are NOT to be on the internet unless instructed
Exams
Get review sheet 1 week before exam but randomized on test Review sheet is a GUIDE!!
I change things!!!
Am I in the right class??
CMSC 104 Assumes NO programming experience Prepares you for CMSC 201 Does NOT count towards the CS major Meets a requirement for other majors: i.e. Physics,
Financial EconomicsCMSC 201
Assumes some programming experience First CMSC course for CS majors MUCH more challenging
PLEASE SEE ME AFTER CLASS IF YOU THINK YOU’RE IN THE WRONG CLASS
Help (Services) at UMBC
CSEE Student Services Office (Advising) ITE 203 - 206
CSHC (Computer Science Help Center) ITE 201E
Linux Users Group (LUG) http://lug.umbc.edu
Open Labs at UMBC
The Office of Information Technology is responsible for all lab computers.
On Web at: www.umbc.edu/oitLabs with PCs:
ENG021, ENG104, ENG122, ENG122A, ENG333Labs may be on reserve for classes, so plan
ahead!Print Dispatch -- ENG 019 (10? cents/page)Hours of Operations
OIT will post outside of labs or go to:http://www.umbc.edu/oit/classroomtechnology/labs
What do I need for this class
Computer (on or off campus) on campus computers have everything you need your personal computer needs (other than basics)
Putty used to log into UMBC to complete your programming
work
May need to install Putty on your H Drive here!!
What do I need to bring to class
Paper will be adding A LOT to the note will have class exercises
Notes (printed)Pen AND pencilComputer is optional!!
don’t bring it if your just gonna facebook!
Instructor Pet Peeves
Talking (not about the class) while I am presenting material
Disrespect to other studentsBegging
Past experiences
Submitting assignments at the last minute What if your internet blows up??!!
Waiting until the last minute for help Don’t expect an email back over the weekend!! No TA hours during the weekend!!
Emails with no name or section!!
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU!!
First day we may seem intimidating BUT: We are here to have you learn!! Do not hesitate to ask for help from us!!
Now after all that!!
If you want to make ANY changes, please see me FIRST!!
Questions??