SSST - Programming and Problem Solving I

Programming and Problem Solving I

Computer Science

Information Systems

Programme(s) where module is offered

BSc Computer Science with Electrical Engineering;
BSc Computer Science with Economics;
BSc Computer Science with Management;
BSc Computer Science with International Relations;
BSc Computer Science with Political Science;
BSc Information Systems with Electrical Engineering;
BSc Information Systems with Economics;
BSc Information Systems with Management;
BSc Information Systems with International Relations;
BSc Information Systems with Political Science;

Status (core, option, free choice)

Core

FHEQ Level

Unit Value

8 ECTS

Term taught

Autumn

Pre-Requisite Modules or Qualifications

None

Module Code

CS/IS260

Module coordinator

Željko Jurić

Applicable From

2014

Educational Aims of the Module

The main aim of the module is to introduce the art of programming, as well as other means of using a computer to solve problems.
Lectures build upon this basis to provide basic programming knowledge in C++ programming language.
Laboratory work and programming assignments are an integral part of this module.

Module Outline/Syllabus

Basic structure of C++ programs. Variables and expressions. Input and output.
Control statements. Branches. Loops.
Functions. Parameter passing by value and by reference. Recursion.
Arrays and vectors. Multidimensional arrays.
Pointers and pointer-based strings.
Basic introduction to classes and objects.

Student Engagement Hours

Type	Number per Term	Duration	Total Time
Lectures	30	2 hours	60 hours
Tutorials	15	2 hours	30 hours
Total Guided/Independent Learning Hours			110
Total Contact Hours			90
Total Engagement Hours			200

Assessment Method Summary

Type	Number Required	Duration / Length	Weighting	Timing / Submission Deadline
Final exam	1	180 minutes	50%	End of semester
Mid-term exam	1	90 minutes	20%	Mid-semester (8th week)
Project (group)	1	1,500 words	10%	14th week
Test	2	90 minutes	20%	5th and 13th week

Module Outcomes

Teaching and Learning Strategy:

Lectures and practical session in the lab
Lectures and tutorials are going to be delivered containing the material from the module outline
Regular presentation of solutions with peer feedback and discussion are encouraged both during lecture time and especially during lab time
Lectures, tutorials and practical session assignments
Lab exercises with tutor-lead support (PS:1-5)
Individual project assignment (PS:1-5)
Use of tests to test student subject knowledge (PS: 1-5)
Lab exercises with tutor-lead support (TS:2-4)
Individual project assignment(TS:1-4)

Assessment Strategy

Mid-term exam
Final exam
Test
Project

Key Texts and/or other learning materials

Set text

Y. Daniel Liang, (2013), “Introduction to Programming with C++”, 3 rd edition, Pearson Education

Supplementary Materials

Zak, D., (2015), An Introduction to Programming with C++, Cengage Learning
Elsevier, (2015), Science of Computer Programming, Open Archive [online], http://www.journals.elsevier.com/science-of-computer-programming/open-archive/ (Accessed 6 th June 2016).

Please note

This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the module and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.

More detailed information on the learning outcomes, content and teaching, learning and assessment methods of each module and programme can be found in the departmental or programme handbook.

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Date of Production : Autumn 2016

Date approved by School Learning and Teaching Committee: 28th September 2016

Date approved by School Board of Study : 12th October 2016

Date approved by University Learning and Teaching Committee: 2nd November 2016

Date of Annual Review: December 2017

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