| Course code | CSCI1110 |
| Course title | Introduction to Computing Using C 計算導論(C語言) |
| Course description | This course introduces the computer-oriented problem-solving methods and algorithm development; structured programming concepts; concepts of abstract data types; simple data structures such as array, pointers and linked lists; illustrative applications. The C programming language will be used. 本科介紹面向計算機的問題求解方法及算法開發；結構化程序設計概念；抽象數據類型概念；簡單數據結構如數組、指針及鏈接表；應用示例。本科使用高級程序設計語言” C”講授。 |
| Unit(s) | 3 |
| Course level | Undergraduate |
| Semester | 1 or 2 |
| Grading basis | Graded |
| Grade Descriptors | A/A-: EXCELLENT – exceptionally good performance and far exceeding expectation in all or most of the course learning outcomes; demonstration of superior understanding of the subject matter, the ability to analyze problems and apply extensive knowledge, and skillful use of concepts and materials to derive proper solutions. B+/B/B-: GOOD – good performance in all course learning outcomes and exceeding expectation in some of them; demonstration of good understanding of the subject matter and the ability to use proper concepts and materials to solve most of the problems encountered. C+/C/C-: FAIR – adequate performance and meeting expectation in all course learning outcomes; demonstration of adequate understanding of the subject matter and the ability to solve simple problems. D+/D: MARGINAL – performance barely meets the expectation in the essential course learning outcomes; demonstration of partial understanding of the subject matter and the ability to solve simple problems. F: FAILURE – performance does not meet the expectation in the essential course learning outcomes; demonstration of serious deficiencies and the need to retake the course. |
| Learning outcomes | 1. Be able to take a specification of a problem of moderate complexity, and construct a structured C program that solves the problem; 2. Be able to apply basic design principles such as top-down and modular designs when constructing programs; 3. Be able to write, understand, compile and debug C programs;. 4. Be able to direct program control flows using iterative and selection control structures; 5. Be able to implement/call functions with parameters and pass parameters by values and by references; 6. Be able to declare and process Arrays; 7. Be able to perform dynamic memory allocation and manage pointers; 8. Be able to perform basic console and file I/O; 9. Be able to implement and understand recursive functions; |
| Assessment (for reference only) |
Essay test or exam ：30% Assignment ：30% Short answer test or exam ：40% |
| Recommended Reading List | 1. C By Dissection by Al Kelley and Ira Pohl 4th ed., Addision-Wesley Publishing Co. Inc. 2. C: How to program by H.M. Deitel & P.J. Deitel 3rd ed., Prentice Hall 3. The C Programming Language by Brian W. Kernighan & Dennis M. Ritchie, Prentice Hall. |
| CSCIN programme learning outcomes | Course mapping |
| Upon completion of their studies, students will be able to: | |
| 1. identify, formulate, and solve computer science problems (K/S); | TP |
| 2. design, implement, test, and evaluate a computer system, component, or algorithm to meet desired needs (K/S); |
TP |
| 3. receive the broad education necessary to understand the impact of computer science solutions in a global and societal context (K/V); | |
| 4. communicate effectively (S/V); |
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| 5. succeed in research or industry related to computer science (K/S/V); |
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| 6. have solid knowledge in computer science and engineering, including programming and languages, algorithms, theory, databases, etc. (K/S); | TP |
| 7. integrate well into and contribute to the local society and the global community related to computer science (K/S/V); | |
| 8. practise high standard of professional ethics (V); | |
| 9. draw on and integrate knowledge from many related areas (K/S/V); |
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| Remarks: K = Knowledge outcomes; S = Skills outcomes; V = Values and attitude outcomes; T = Teach; P = Practice; M = Measured | |