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UMBC CMSC 331
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Summer
2009
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Textbook
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Programming in Scala: A
Comprehensive Step-by-step Guide Programming in Scala: A Comprehensive
Step-by-step Guide (Paperback)
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by Martin Odersky
(Author), Lex Spoon (Author), Bill Venners (Author)
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Publisher: Artima Inc; 1st edition (November
26, 2008)
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ISBN-10:
0981531601
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ISBN-13:
978-0981531601
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Lecture Times
and Place
MW......... 6:00:– 8:20 PM ITE-227
Course
Description
This course examines the
semantics of programming languages. Topics include: formal specifications of
syntax, declarations, binding, allocation, data structures, data types, control
structures, control and data flow; the implementation and execution of
programs; and functional programming versus imperative programming. Other
possible topics include: non-procedural and logic programming; object-oriented
programming; and program verification. Programming projects will provide
experience in a number of languages. Prerequisites: CMSC 202.
Objectives
The objectives of this
course are:
ü To learn to view
programming languages as collections of tools for problem solving
ü To learn about formal
definition and specification of programming languages
ü To learn about different
programming paradigms
ü To gain some experience in
several programming paradigms
Expectations
Unless otherwise
specified, all assignments are to be turned in class on the day they are due
(which is given in the schedule). It is your responsibility to contact the
instructor by email in advance if this will not be possible.
Students are expected to
adhere to all university policies regarding student conduct, academic and
otherwise, as posted on the University web site and in the Student Handbook. Academic
dishonesty of any kind will not be tolerated and will result in a zero for any
assignment, quiz or exam on which there is evidence of such dishonesty. You
should make yourself familiar with the Academic Integrity policies here at UMBC by visiting the UMBC academic Integrity page.
By enrolling in this
course, each student assumes the responsibilities of an active participant in UMBC’s
scholarly community in which everyone’s academic work and
behavior are held to the highest standards of honesty. Cheating, fabrication,
plagiarism, and helping others to commit these acts are all forms of academic
dishonesty, and they are wrong. Academic misconduct could result in
disciplinary action that may include, but is not limited to, suspension or
dismissal. Regular class attendance is expected.
Grading Policy
Semester grades will be
based on a weighted average the following components.
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Component
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Weight
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7 Online Quizzes - on days of hybrid
lectures via Blackboard
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35
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2 programming Projects -
In groups of 3
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40
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Final Exam (In Class - 7/15)
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25
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FAQ
There is now an FAQ page for the class.
Agenda:
The agenda below is
subject to change. I recommend looking at this page before every class. There
should not be large changes, just small additions of materials and readings. The
lectures notes linked to the class web page should be viewed as an additional
resource. They are not intended as a substitute for class attendance. They have
been garnered from a number of sources and so are not perfectly integrated. The
topics are tied together during the lectures
Tentative Agenda (Subject to Adjustment/Revision)
Note: Online materials
(lectures and quizzes) will be posted NLT 11:59 on the Thursday of week the lecture.