DILLARD UNIVERSITY
DIVISION OF NATURAL SCIENCES AND PUBLIC HEALTH
Department of Computer Science
COURSE SYLLABUS
Course Goals | Materials | References | Course Content
I. COURSE NUMBER AND TITLE
CS312/313 Computer Science Seminar
II. FACULTY
Name - Dr. Gloria C. Love Office – Dent Hall 165 Hours - TBA,
Title – Assistant Professor of Phone# - (504) 816-4778
Mathematics/Computer Science email address - [email protected]
III. REQUIRED TEXTBOOK
None - library http://books.dillard.edu and Internet for computer related research
IV. COURSE DESCRIPTION
The course provides a comprehensive overview of the scope and dynamics of research, presentations and publications in computer science. Topics such as ad hoc networks, wireless networks, databases, network technology, algorithms, topology, operating systems, metallurgical and materials engineering, circuits, Boolean logic, discrete structures, history of computing and technology, computers in modern society, computer applications, legal and moral issues of computing and the computer scientist as a professional are covered. Individual and group projects are assigned. They are expected to use the library http://books.dillard.edu and Internet for computer related research. Email use is expected.
V. COURSE GOALS
A. To provide students with an understanding of research and specified steps to produce a final product.
B. To prepare students for the world of work, graduate school and higher computer courses.
C. To enhance students’ ability to apply logical reasoning in research, presentations and publications.
D. To introduce students to different areas of study that use computers in research activities.
VI. COURSE REQUIREMENTS
- Prerequisite: none.
- Attend all class sessions on time. Dillard University’s catalog reflects class attendance policies. Attendance is taken daily. Excessive absences are reported in writing to the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs. Instructors recommend after a warning letter to the student and at the discretion of the Vice President for Academic Affairs that a student withdraws from the course. Similarly, behavior problems are documented with recommendation of withdrawal. Purchase all course materials (text, two disks or other storage devices). Read prior to class. Take notes in class. Complete and submit assignments on time. Late assignments will not be accepted. Speak to the instructor about assignments or tests.
NOTES:
Class participation depends on attendance, assignments, group participation, and oral responses. Absent days can only be excused by the assigned administrator in the students’ major Division. Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations regarding the dress code and classroom behavior policies of the university.
VII. CLASS PROCEDURE
A. Participate in class discussions – 2 hours per week.
B. Complete hands-on activities included in class sessions.
VIII. Evaluation Methods
A. Examinations
Four (4) required in-class exams/tests (2 tests, midterm and final) are provided and announced. Make-up tests (same week)
will
be administered
only under exceptional circumstances and with a valid written excuse from the appropriate university
office.
The lowest grade on assignments
and at
least one test/quiz are dropped only for the final grade period.
Homework/class assignments and quizzes are evaluated at the instructor’s discretion. Quizzes may be unannounced
and there are no make-up quizzes.
C. Grading System
STUDENT ASSESSMENT: STUDENT EVALUATION:
Assignments 20% A 90-100
Quizzes/Tests 20% B 80-89
Research/Publications 30% C 70-79
Midterm/Final Exam 30% D 60-69
Total 100% F 59 and below
IX. MATERIALS
Students must purchase the required text and at least two 2 disks. Books cannot be shared during in-class assignments.
X. REFERENCES
Library http://books.dillard.edu and Internet for computer related research
Reading List may include but not exclude the following: ACM communications, ASEE, NASA, USRA, GIS, Internet, APA & MLA journals, Referred Journals, Technology related and other computer publications.
XI. COURSE CONTENT, COURSE OBJECTIVES AND ASSIGNMENTS (see timeline attachment) Back to top
A. Topic Selection- Students will be able to:
Identify topics
Understand research techniques
Use available tools for selecting topic
Query databases
B. Develop a framework - Students will be able to:
Understand a framework
Justify selection of a framework
Write the framework; use font size 12
C. Review existing abstracts in articles - Students will be able to:
Discuss guidelines
Differentiate between abstracts and other parts of proposals/papers/articles
Submit articles related to research
D. Projects/tables - Students will be able to:
Insert data tables and other objects in articles
Submit critiqued articles with abstracts
Provide tables/diagrams/pictures for statistical and other findings
E. References (APA format) - Students will be able to:
Understand format for References
Differentiate between MLA and APA
Submit reference list
F. Abstract - Students will be able to: Back to top
Write abstract for selected proposal
Submit first draft of abstract
Identify attributes of a proposal
Organize and Develop proposal
Submit proposal with title page, abstract and references
H. PowerPoint Presentation of proposed project - Students will be able to:
Use attributes of presentation packages
Insert materials from projects on slides; include table of contents
Prepare with distinctive effects
Critique peer presentations
I. Final Document - Students will be able to:
Complete and revise proposal
Add acknowledgements, methodology and appendix
Submit initial proposal with suggested corrections along with the final proposal
XII. SPECIAL RESOURCES AND INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES:
Computer related articles are to be assigned for discussion, reading, publication and critiquing to produce final non-plagiarized reports/papers on library and Internet research. Hard copies of documented computer assignments will be evaluated. Please retain all graded work. Late assignments will not be accepted.
XIII. Withdrawalor Incomplete grade reports will not be submitted. Students are responsible for completely withdrawing from class. If you submit a withdrawal form to Academic Affairs, you must proceed to the final destination.