CIS 180 - Object-Oriented Programming I
Fall 2008

Course Objectives

• To obtain a basic understanding of the virtual computer.
• To develop an understanding of the principles of the object paradigm.
• To learn the concept of programming by contract.
• To learn an object-oriented programming language.

Course Description

Basic concepts in programming, and introduction to the object paradigm. The course introduces the concept of the object paradigm and teaches how to design and implement simple programs in an object-oriented language. The course also covers the basics of how to use a computer and basic software tools in the process of developing programs.

Textbook

• Java, Java, Java!, Third Edition, Prentice Hall, 2006, by Ralph Morelli and Ralph Walde

Programming Tools

1. First, download and install JDK 6 Update 7 from java.sun.com/javase/downloads/.
2. Next, download and install Eclipse IDE for Java Developers from www.eclipse.org/downloads/.

On-line Resources

• Course web site: http://moosehead.cis.umassd.edu/cis180/
• Java Packages (The Java 1.5 Core API Specification)
• The Java Tutorial
• Visual Guide to Swing Components
• Useful GUI classes (pdf)
• Sample Code

Other Resources

• Tutoring for CIS-180 is available in 303 Dion during posted hours.
• Additional tutoring is available by appointment in the Science and Engineering Center, Group II, Room 217

Grading

• 15% Midterm Exam #1 (a practice exam is available.)
• 15% Midterm Exam #2 (a practice exam is available.)
• 20% Final Exam (a practice exam is available.)
• 25% Laboratory Project
• 25% Homework Assignments

The letter grades will be assigned using the following approximate scale: (A+,A,A-)[100-90], (B+,B,B-)[90-80], (C+,C,C-)[80-70], (D+,D,D-)[70-60], and F[60-0]. Academic dishonesty will be "rewarded" with a grade of "F". "Sharing" of solutions to homework problems is strictly prohibited.

Student Responsibilities

1. To attend class regularly and on time. If a class is missed, find out from another student, and/or the professor, what transpired.
2. To participate regularly and intelligently in class.
3. To come to class prepared. Bring whatever materials are required for participation and note taking. Complete assignments, including reading, in advance.
4. To seek clarification of unclear points or assignments in class by asking questions about them as soon as the difficulty occurs.
5. To seek extra help during office hours as soon as it is needed.
6. To complete all required work on time. In the event that an exam must be missed, or required work cannot be completed on time, due to illness or other serious and unavoidable circumstance, to notify the professor as far in advance as possible by phone or email.
7. To take responsibility for your own learning. The university and the CIS Department offer tutoring and other forms of assistance, but the student must take the initiative.
8. To deal courteously with the professor, teaching assistants, and other students.
9. To behave responsibly and ethically. Not to cheat, sabotage other students, or maliciously disrupt the learning process in any way.
10. Not to suffer in silence, but to bring any grievance to the professor promptly.

Course Outline