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CIS217/CRN 70659

Instructor: CHRIS AKELIAN

Contact information

Email Address: Cakelian@Cuesta.edu , Cakelian@charter.net

Phone Number: 805-546-3100 x2734

Office Location/ Hours: N/A use Email and Class Discussion Board

Instructor Contact Expectations:

The best and fastest way to contact me is email. I will generally respond to your emails within 24 hours during weekdays only. During busy times of the semester, the response time may increase to 48 hours. On weekends, I will do my best to get back to you ASAP but I cannot guarantee an expeditious response.

Course Environment:

This online course will be using a Web-based Learning Management System Canvas as the method to disseminate information. Canvas provides the framework for the course including PowerPoint presentations, student data files, the tools to receive and send course materials, and a grade book. Using the communication tools, you can communicate using e-mail, and you can share materials and ideas with other course participants via the discussion forums and groups.

Class opens / Accessing Canvas:

Prior to the Monday classes start Aug 17, 2020, you will receive an email to your my.Cuesta.edu address providing you with a reminder that class will be starting and log in procedures for Canvas, the learning management system (LMS) used to deliver course content. You can access Canvas by logging into MyCuesta, then clicking on the Resources Tab, then clicking on Canvas in the Online Learning Channel, or by typing the Canvas address (https://cuesta.instructure.com/) into your browser address bar. Do not bookmark / favorite the canvas site after your login, or you will get an error message next time you try to log in. You must access the canvas log in directly.

If you are not familiar with logging into canvas, please refer to the Canvas Quick Reference Guide. Once logged into Canvas you will be directed on where to get started. Be sure to read all the direction on the course home page.

If you are having difficulty logging into Canvas after [Enter Date] and need assistance please email me or technical support at this email address: support@my.cuesta.edu.

Online Learning:

If you have never taken an online class or this is your first experience with Canvas, please be patient with yourself. Online classes are not inherently easier, although they may be much more convenient for many students. You should expect to spend at least as much time, if not more on this course as you would on a course that meets face to face. Since there is no lecture component, much of this time will be self-directed and there will be a substantial amount of reading, viewing, studying, and writing required. This course is completely online using Canvas; all coursework (discussions, assignments, quizzes) is submitted online. There are no face-to-face meetings. Please be prepared to spend 8 - 12 hours per week on coursework for this class

IS an ONLINE CLASS FOR YOU?

First, go to the Online Readiness Resources to take a "self-assessment”. There are many resources that were designed to help you understand the basis for an online class and the skills necessary for success. (If the tutorials do NOT describe you, then taking this class online is NOT for you and I strongly suggest that you drop the online class and enroll in a traditional classroom section.)

Regular Effective Contact policy:

Regular and Effective Instructor Contact will be met through weekly instructor initiated threaded discussion forums; weekly announcements to students; timely and effective feedback on student assignments; email, phone or messaging to individuals; and virtual office hours.

[add any additional contact policy, maybe include response time for questions, and how often student need to log in to class]

Course Description

This course will investigate the C programming language primarily as a tool for engineers and science majors (although anyone can use it) to solve problems. This is an introductory course meant as a first programming language learning experience. That said the C programming language is not the easiest language to learn.

. [For the official course description and course outline of record please go to CurricUNET:]

Student Learning Outcomes

These are the listed outcomes of the course in Curricunet:

Analyze problems suitable for computer solution which are expressed verbally and use the

techniques of pseudo coding to plan the algorithmic logic necessary to solve the problem.

Apply previously learned algebraic concepts to formulate "C" statements and functions that

will perform commonly used business, engineering, and scientific calculations

Properly use the syntax, grammar, and structure of the "C" programming language.
Explain the necessity to test computer programs and to devise tests to prove that the

program is performing properly.

Text Book and Materials

Required Either: Engineering Problem Solving 4^th edition Delores M. Etter

isbn 978-0-13-608531-7 (this went out of print but can be found on as an ebook here: https://www.directtextbook.com/isbn/9780136085317 there is also a C++ version of the same book which is being evaluated and may be an option, but I haven’t received the evaluation copy yet)

OR C Programming: The Essentials For Engineers and Scientists, David R Brooks ISBN 0-387-98632-4 (note the 1^st option lines up better with the slide content since it was the original book for the course)

Software:
- Dev-C++ (free download online or in Canvas LMS which is probably safer) other C compilers are fine to use but don’t follow the video lecture examples or pdf slide examples, and I may not be able to assist with them.

Supplemental Materials necessary for the class, as applicable. For example:
- Additional software: Practicelabs.com virtual machines and lab materials provided on Canvas LMS
- Technology tools outside the LMS
  - Publisher content N/A
  - ConferZoom
  - Adobe reader
  - Microsoft Office for Free (including word and powerpoint)
- Additional Supplies for Course N/A

Technical Support

Cuesta students are encouraged to direct all technical support inquiries to support@my.cuesta.edu. If you are having issues with Canvas, you should contact the Canvas Support Hotline at (877) 921-7680, or click on the help button on the Canvas Navigation to report a problem.

If you are having difficulty viewing the course or logging in, it may be because you are not using the correct url: https://cuesta.instructure.com/ or you are using your phone or using an unsupported browser.

Your learning environment is best accessed from a desktop or laptop computer, using Firefox or Chrome. This may solve your problem! Please review the browser requirements and minimum computer specifications at:

Accommodations:

This course is designed using an accessible Learning Management System, and course materials have been created with ADA compliance in mind. If you have a disability and might need accommodations in this class such as extended time on exams or other resources. Please contact the instructor as soon as possible so that you can receive appropriate accommodations in a timely manner. You should also contact DSPS (Disabled Student Programs & Services) at 805-546-3148 or

College & Course Policies:

Academic Honesty Policy: [Identify your course specific academic honesty policy]. In addition to my course policy, please note all students attending San Luis Obispo County Community College District at any district site and when representing Cuesta College in any off-campus activity, assume an obligation to conduct themselves in an acceptable manner compatible with the Student Code of conduct. Please review the Cuesta College Student Code of conduct at:

Add / Drop Policy: [Identify your course-specific add/drop policy] In addition to my policy, please review the Cuesta policy for drops

Waitlist Policy: [Identify your course-specific waitlist procedures]. In addition to my course specific procedures, please review Cuesta’s waitlist procedure and instructions:

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