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Welcome to the CMSC 201 Class! I'm Mr. Lupoli, and I bring years of teaching experience from various esteemed institutions. This course requires some prior programming knowledge and is essential for CS majors. Expect a mix of lectures, active learning, and lab discussions, with strict adherence to deadlines and academic integrity. Our class website hosts all resources, and please remember to turn off your cell phones during sessions. I encourage you to engage and seek help when needed. Let’s embark on this learning journey together!
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Welcome to the CMSC 201 Class!!! Please grab a seat anywhere for now. Mr. Lupoli slupoli@cs.umbc.edu ITE 207
Introduction of Myself • Ex High/Middle school teacher • Taught 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 humor • Strict • 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 Economics • CMSC 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/oit • Labs with PCs: • ENG021, ENG104, ENG122, ENG122A, ENG333 • Labs 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 pencil • Computer is optional!! • don’t bring it if your just gonnafacebook!
Instructor Pet Peeves Talking (not about the class) while I am presenting material Disrespect to other students Begging
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!!